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Newspaper
Queanbeyan Observer
Location
Queanbeyan, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Sep 25, 1914
Page
4
Sydney report relays a cable stating the Aboukir and Cressy were torpedoed by a submarine and sunk. Rescue attempts by destroyers and trawlers saved portions of the crews.
London reports heavy fighting between Peronne and St Quentin. German forces occupy Peronne with strong positions behind hills and marshes. French orders to seize the post. German artillery from the heights causes significant casualties as Germans gradually withdraw toward St Quentin.
A pirate-like treasure of ships and men unfolds as British cruisers Wert and German U boats clash. Reports claim 387 German ships captured by British action and 91 held in British ports alongside accounts of British casualties and ships sunk in a fleet action.
Sydney reports the island steamer Iduna was sunk near her moorings after a clash with a German warship. Fifty survivors were saved from 243 aboard, while many perished in the fog bound North Sea engagement. German submarines reported sunk, crews rescued in rough seas.
A disjointed, dialogue heavy scene unfolds with figures named Thea and Parsek in a tense social setting. The narrator notes awkward glances and shifting power as Thea evaluates a stranger and the talk drifts through dress, manners, and unspoken tension. The moment hints at a forthcoming decision about companionship or engagement.
Thea and Lord Leominster discuss a planned meeting as Jocelyn frets over truth and trust. The scene shifts to thoughts of Mareke town and a circle of social figures including Guy Selright and Lady Germaine, with implied marriage pressures and reputations.
An ad style fragment promotes Fallicke's for fishing gear and tackle. It promises durable lines and high quality hooks and floats, urging fishermen to come for the beat and tackle. The text lists prices and types such as hooks in various denominations and floats.
Jocelyn blushes as Lord Leominster and Sir Cosmo discuss a ward and an elusive marriage rumor. The group observations and a windowed room set a tense mood as conversations hint at secrets and approaching revelation. The scene closes with a lingering tease as the narrative moves toward continuation.
Church notices list service times for Christ Church Queanbeyan Roman Catholic Queanbeyan and several Anglican parishes including St John the Baptists and Majura Queanbeyan Waills Park Pantroos Colt River Westangara Wattis Park with several clergy named and times: Masses at 11 am and 6.30 pm etc. Services span morning and evening across multiple locales with clergy including Rev Gordon Hirst Rev M Hoga Rev A G Markintoah Rev D C Hughes and Rev BR J F Boyer.
There's something wrong when your eyes complain of overwork. If you cant see things clearly without it Campbell Chemist Queanbeyan offers eyewear and vision help.
Harold Hamilton a bay trotting stallion by Hambletonian Bell Boy bred in England by Jos Sesshion Ilgore Messenger lineage with strong show record in Braidwood and Queanbeyan from 1905 to 1913. Price £3 105 for single mares with reduced rates for multiple mares. paddock at Burbong. mares to be removed by 1 January 1915. veterinary soundness certificate. Further details from A Colverwell Queanbeyan P.O.
Vague ad text notes coachbuilding with orders for all vehicle types and repair services under supervision. Shipping line details include multiple vessels such as Miltiades 8009 tons and Themistocles 11231 tons with sail and owner names and future departure months.
Fallick and Bons of Queanbeyan advertise strong reliable envelopes made from good quality paper. The ad promises accurately made products and sturdy gum to withstand handling before reaching their destination.
Rules govern subscriber duties for OBSERVER issues. Nonpayment or failure to notify may extend or suspend service. Refusal to receive or pickup is treated as continued subscription with arrears. prepayment obligates continued delivery until notice. Courts deem uncalled for newspapers prima facie evidence of willful neglect.
Fragmented OCR notes show a printed lines about Heginald Strickland Fallick and Ube Proprietors at a general printing office. It records a win or listing of names and items, with unclear venue or date. The readable facts include individuals and firms connected to a printing operation.
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