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Newspaper
Queanbeyan Observer
Location
Queanbeyan, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Nov 10, 1914
Page
2
A lengthy critique argues that state premiers press for Imperial war funds via the Commonwealth, risking mortgage-like debt for states. It claims the plan shifts financial risk to taxpayers, with Queensland resisting terms. The piece warns of a growing double burden on the public and questions federation versus unification.
An imperfect clipped article fragment argues about government debt and unprecedented extravagance. It hints at public finances and fiscal panic, noting strain on households and state resources amid unspecified events.
The final Colhit Guinea rifle shoot Saturday offered 700 yard stages of seven shots. Cash prizes went to T Warren and H Hately with scores listed as Warren 0 0 ... Hately 24 22 ... others include E Vapes and A AVANHIER. The Southern Oyster Rifle Association proceedings await Military Board approval before any event can be held.
An advertisement urges women and girls to obtain the Natura Health Guide for relief from years of pain. The notice promotes a free booklet on receipt of advertisement details from Natura Health Co. Mrs Grayton, manager, Sydney. The weather section notes heavy rain and thunder across eastern districts with varying impacts inland.
The Queanbeyan District Hospital committee met in the institution’s board room on Friday afternoon with members present and minutes read. Correspondence included ball proceeds, patient fee cheques, and oxygen cylinder issues. Dr Lalor and Dr Blarieau to handle Swan’s circumstances. Financials showed a credit of £2 14s 6d and accounts for payment. medical and visiting committees reported patient care, new stove installation, and donations.
A testimonial letter touts Hean’s Essence for home cough remedies sold by mail order from Sydney. The writer claims worldwide use, urging readers to mail for a bottle and promising full refund on return of the empty bottle.
London Tuesday report says the Dutch steamer Monned arrived after news that a German cruiser sank the vessel. The ship carried a cargo of American wheat bound for Belfast.
The Swedish steamer Atle, 1183 tons, was sunk by a mine in the North Sea with six lives lost. German forces reportedly offensive along the Dixmude to Ypres line were repulsed in ensuing fighting.
Allied forces made limited progress as they pressed German positions in East Prussia and Alsace. The offensive faced stiff resistance with advances measured and cautious along multiple sectors.
The London Post correspondent notes that the Russian advance averages 14 miles per day and has not been equalled since Napoleon.
German forces retreat before Russian advance with scattered positions evacuated. Troops reportedly march in orderly fashion as Greenstechswa remains the last German holdout, now untenable under pressure.
Reports describe inhabitants fleeing toward prosperous Silesian homes despite German army efforts and the Russian advance. The piece notes the displacement as civilians seek safety amid fighting in the region.
The cattle market at Hamebush last Thursday showed improved prices as competition grew, with brisk inquiry from buyers and lighter supplies. Prime beef led the rise while medium and inferior grades remained steady, with bulls, cows, and steers fetching firmer bids.
A female specialist from the Ladies' College of Health based at 54 Oxford Street Sydney visits Harrison's Hotel Queanbeyan on Friday November 13 from 10 am to 8 pm to give expert advice. She promises speedy relief for headaches backaches indigestion liver kidney troubles asthma eczema and related conditions. The college holds sole agency for Dr Ed M Coonley's Marvelous Orange Lily Treatment and warns against imitations.
Anglers fished Saturday and Sunday with mixed results. A party of five near London Bridge on the Queanbeyan River caught 11 fish averaging 1 lb each. Four local enthusiasts on the Murrumbidgee at Bredba netted 13 with the largest about 1 lb 9 oz. The Queanbeyan River is coloured and fish are not rising well. cod and perch bite well in the Murrumbidgee and lower Queanbeyan. Campbell Chemist Queanbeyan offers pure and strong remedy.
The community notes a sale of real staff to settle the estate of the late Bav Patrick Bleth who died in Hongendors on July 5. Proceeds are to be distributed by the Archbisshop of Dunedin and others to various churches and institutions including All Hallows Dublin and the Marist Bintbare. The will directs funds to be used for a cataloged school and related properties with specific legacies to Good Samaritan and local branches, contingent on certain conditions.
An advertisement from the Ladies' College of Health promises a free pamphlet on female pain and long term cures. It invites women visiting Sydney to call at 44 Osfort Street to chat with the managers about health matters.
Hill and Son announce a war essay contest for children at a 3 pound top prize with an extra 10 shillings for the best essay. Entries must be submitted to Mr T Campbell by Saturday 14 November.
A gift of £100,000 to the Belgian people has been handed to Mr. Asquith for presentation to the brave allies. The Sydney Chamber of Commerce seeks renewed subscriptions to the War Food Fund, with £64,530 raised so far and £128 expended. Canada and Australia plan to re open negotiations on lower trade relations. Prohibitionists win four US States. California votes to ban pore fighting by a narrow margin. The assistant state treasurer says motor tax revenue remains, while the external affairs official returns on zinc concentration. Fisher notes States may access loan money of £18 million if desired. Queanbeyan Cricket Club members to assemble for a scratch match at 2 30 p m on Wednesday.
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