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Newspaper
Queanbeyan Observer
Location
Queanbeyan, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Nov 13, 1908
Page
2
The ad claims Froctoida treats headache indigestion constipation and biliousness. It promises elegant appearance pleasant taste and noticeable relief with liver function improving and digestion normalize after a weekly bedtime dose.
Church services listed for Queanbeyan area on November 15 with multiple denominations. Includes Church of England Presbyterian Methodist details and times for each congregation. Ministers named include Rev W Mc Ware Rev K S Dexuemsoy and Rev G A Ktmeve.
H E Kugelquan was committed for trial on November 5 at Balaklava for manslaughter in the death of farmer Harvey Rattew who died at Mount Templeton on October 3. Kugelquan surrendered to police and bail was granted with two £25 sureties and £50 recognisance. The inquest verdict found the death resulted from a drink supplied by Kugelquan.
The Gusanbeyan Observer critiques caucus discipline in the Deakin ministry, arguing parliamentary government rests on individual conscience. It condemns pledge obedience, warns of backroom bargains, and notes that Labor’s loyalty harmed the Commonwealth while undermining public trust and party integrity.
The document protests government stance on industrial disputes and urges strict law enforcement to curb violence. It warns that civil society relies on order and calls for decisive action to protect life and property while balancing liberty.
The annual flower show in aid of the oe, Methagiet Circuit, opens Wednesday at 3 p.m. and continues Thursday in the Protestant Hall. Official opening is at 3 p.m. on Wednesday with further details from the secretary, Mr. P. R. Newbery.
Arrangements for a Boxing Day sports display by the United Friendly Societies and High Hours Association progress well. A strong committee has prepared an inviting programme with multiple handicap races ranging from 60 to 75 yards, and amateur events, with gold medals as top prizes and total prize money around £30. Public attendance is encouraged.
Mr Deakin resigns his ministry and Lord Dudley asks Labour leader Mr Fisher to form a new government. Fisher has not completed his cabinet by Wednesday night. Labour caucus to debate party voice in ministerial selection while Mr Piner to take over the treasurership and a pre Christmas program is planned.
The Crown declares parcels in Murray County Mannra parish available from January 1904 at 42.10 per acre annual rent for additional settlement lease. Boundaries describe portions 9 and 173 along roads, with a water reserve 160 revoked.
The Queanbeyan Anglers and Tourism Association failed to meet with only five members present. A meeting is likely next week to decide on disbanding due to waning interest. The group reports a good membership and a credit balance of £16.
Colonel Ryrie asked the Railways Minister if 349 stock from Curliis to Flemington died or were crippled on arrival and whether a late train had arrived. Mr. Waddell said attention was drawn to the issue and deaths were due to treat. Measures were planned to speed stock trains.
After months of heart disease and dropsy, Mr John McDonald of Uragarra dies at his residence about 10 yesterday. A Scots immigrant, he was in the 6th year of his age, leaving a widow and several daughters. He was a leading figure in the Geelong district and his virtues will be remembered. The funeral will be held tomorrow at St John’s Church Canberra.
The November issue features high standard fiction by Australia’s famed caricaturist Hop and a modern fable A Woman's Guest. It includes fashion pages with free paper patterns, dress designs, and practical advice on sewing and mending. An article by W. A. Somerset covers a chicken farm visit with pictures and rearing tips for white Leghorns.
The Burns Squirt Picture Company presented in Preston Hall last Tuesday to an excellent audience. The first part depicted the 13 trends of the fight for the world heavyweight boxing championship held in Sydney. The coaching portion covered miscellaneous dramatic and amusing topics.
Kanarand Ope and accomplices were executed on Tuesday at Alipur for shooting informer Narendra Natl Gossaini. Large crowds followed the burning pyre at the ghat, including mourners and about a thousand students. A relative who spoke was met with cries of victory for the killers.
Police at Menzies report finding seven natives dead near the Ida H Mine at Laverton, western Australia. Two women show signs of predation, bodies apparently a week old. Inspector Duncan of Menzies dispatched officers after the discovery.
The 16 year old Evelyn Chave, residing with J Brown at Speedwell near West Wyalong, was found Monday in a tank a few hundred yards from the bonestem. It is believed she walked into the tank while sleeping and drowned. A verdict of accidental death was recorded.
The Southern Districts countrymen faced the Sydney Metropolitan Eleven at the Sydney Cricket Ground on November 7 and 9. Metropolitan won by an innings after dismissing the countrymen for 43 and 69 in their two innings while scoring 328. Callaghan and Barnes claimed several wickets for the country side, with Hodgkinson and Taylor shining for the Metropolitans. The countrymen also played at Petersham Oval and Birchgrove, winning the Combined Juniors match by 127 runs and posting 379 with Fawcett 175.
ComMirry customers complain of wool loading delays as the Goods Manager says no orders for tracks were placed. The Chief Commissioner explains that consignors should inform roading points of probable needs in advance, though he denies a new system, noting this practice has long existed.
At about 3 a.m. on November 5 on the Himalaya two days from Colombo a 23 year old sailor Carlin Ellan Nowebklan was found on the spar deck with dagger wounds to the face and head. The ship's doctor reported cerebral concussion and the man died later. An inquiry led to the arrest of a German crewman Jossum alle Mlust. Several firemen testified, with no clear proof of who delivered the attack. Both victims and the accused were from Popland and had been seen as friendly before the tragedy. The vessel was heading to Fremantle and Sydney after leaving Colombo, with most passengers unaware of the incident until reaching Fremantle.
Mr Airey warns of Asian dominance and white Australia policy at a Brisbane assembly. He argues Australia must boost northern European immigration or fund a permanent Imperial squadron, urging Australia to spend about £6,000,000 yearly on defense.
During a storm at Ward's Mistake near Glen Innes on Tuesday, Alexander Campbell was killed by lightning while pulling a wire frame fence. Three companions James Williamson and his two sons survived after their clothing ignited and their tops burned. Campbell leaves a wife and young child. Nearby a Sutton Bridge woman fell into the Nene but was rescued, aided by machine clothing and artificial teeth wedged in her throat. Distillery output in Scotland reached 22,704,000 gallons of whisky last year, down 2,043,000 gallons from the prior year’s record.
The new Labour Ministry assigns Treasurer Andrew Pisher Attorney-General Wa Hughes External Affairs Egerton Customs Frank Tudor Home Affairs H Mahon Postmaster-General Josiah Thomas Hon George Foster Pearce Vice-President Gregor McGregor Minister James Hutch ipso.
The Abode of Love home run by Smyth Figgett, claiming to be Messiah, faced public anger after baptizing a second child named Power at the London retreat. Three Londoners raided the site, tarred and feathered Read, the secretary, and were punished with fines and a month in jail.
Eye witnesses describe a massive hunt by horsemen at Callancoon on the Queensland border driving emus into a yard and clubbing them to death. The scene includes broken wire netting, a surge of birds and bruised men amid a defensive emu drive decades old. The report notes emus threaten grass and prickly pear control, with locals warning of the cost in life. A weather note records 23 points of rain and rising rivers at Burraway.
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