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Newspaper
Queanbeyan Observer
Location
Queanbeyan, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Oct 23, 1914
Page
2
A highly garbled OCR pass presents a jumble of phrases, names, and partial sentences. The garbled text appears to mix possible proper nouns with stray letters and inconsistent capitalization, lacking a coherent narrative. The result resembles a damaged page fragment with no clear event or report.
The text questions a government stance on wheat contracts and price influence, noting the commissioners claim to “respect” an arrangement like an RNA rack. It warns that unclear meaning could delay crop realization, harming the State and causing inconvenience to growers, millers, and dealers.
Fragmentary note details a mail contract acceptance for Tulsa routes. Mentions crews, names, and future operations but lacks clear dates or full context.
Rifle shooting contest for the Ryan pained section was confined by members of the focal rifle club on Wednesday. Scores at 490 and 03 yard ranges included L. Quigien 35 33 8 76, C. Nowell 1 33 33 7 74, I. Rourke 22 28 Bb SF, Ae Warren 23 18 le 37, C. Hincksmon 27 11 18 66.
A foggy regional notice touts an exterior shielding product for sun exposed homes. It claims durable, inexpensive vinyl wall coverings and ceilings can be installed on doors and windows to reduce heat. The ad targets homeowners seeking affordable energy relief during peak sun.
The Sydney wool market opened with varied demand across North Western and Western districts and Forbes. Prices for crossbreds showed mixed gains with some lots selling higher while Merino lines slipped, reflecting softer competition overall.
A garbled OCR snippet references Creek actions, local teams, miners or managers, and a death by horse, with scattered place names and dates. It reads like a damaged 19th century rural column mixing weather hints, local people, and mining references without clear events.
A Queanbeyan subcommittee meeting at the Council Chambers discussed staging an autumn show for the district. Members debated subsidy limits, costs, and whether a spring show could also be held, with the majority voting to proceed with an autumn show and leaving the final decision open for the annual meeting.
The group debated withdrawal from flows and a 10 percent entry fee for members and non members. Debate covered prizes, fairness to contributors, and judge opinions on the show’s quality and exhibit.
A fragmented ad touts a cough remedy called Essence for home use. It claims wide Australian and local appeal, promising a cheap, effective mixture made with a bottle and directions. Order via Sidney Eanence, 178 Castlereagh Street.
Obituary notes the death of Mrs. James Wannaford in Albury on Friday October 7. She lived in this and Cooma district for 48 years and is survived by her daughter Mrs. T. Curley of Tharwa and son Mr. A Hannaford of Duntroon.
An advertisement promotes the Natura Health Guide offering essential knowledge for women to avoid pain and misery. Free via receipt of 2d., dot. 0.7.1 from Natura Health Co. Mrs. Clayton, Manageress, 207 Elizabeth Street, Sydney.
The annual meeting of Justices of the Peace to consider Auctioneers Licenses will be held at Court House Queanbeyan on Tuesday November 1. Applications must be lodged with the CPS before November 3.
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