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Newspaper
St George Call
Location
St George, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Jul 23, 1910
Page
3
St George Call invites letters to the Editor from readers with name and address for good faith. An letter proposes writing to the Railway Commissioners about overcrowding on a specific train, noting conditions not worse than other services and awaiting actions by Railway Authorities to alleviate tight spots.
The annual report highlights decreasing numbers needing aid while St George’s population grows. It emphasizes the society’s sound finances yet urges greater public support to expand charity work, noting income depends on public faith and can always be bettered despite a shrinking demand. The article urges continued activity and funding to meet ongoing needs.
The text criticizes Railway Authorities for their dismissive stance toward public complaints about overcrowded trains. It suggests passengers face frequent overcrowding, with first class travel used when second class is full, and urges authorities to add carriages in advance. Alderman Blackshaw of Hurst supports this view.
Bexley Council adopts existing valuation amid opposition from Alderman Ingham. The piece notes concerns about six year fixed valuation, the cost of revaluation, and the role of local government in setting rates. It mentions potential ministerial intervention and underlines the public interest in strict food law enforcement.
Alderman Ley addresses the Hurstville Progress Association on the burden on councils from overdue rates. He notes many residents pay tradesmen punctually but defer rates, prompting questions on council finance and efficiency across New South Wales municipalities.
Alderman Grantham led a vote to nominate the Inspector of Nuisances under the Pure Foods Act, saying the Health Board neglects duties in Hurstville. He criticized the Government while noting the Board exists and functions like other boards, urging the Board to perform its duties.
The Hurstville Council resolved to approach Government through the Canterbury member for a £500 Forest Road repair grant. Alderman Blackshaw favored £250 but raised it to £500. Alderman Ley opposed the motion citing unclear principles yet claimed Hurstville is needy. Rates total about £2000, with the Town Clerk and Bradyshaw tracing rate owners, aiming for a practical outcome over pleading poverty.
The Hurstville Ratepayers Association met at Host Tanner’s Blue Post Hotel with Mr Krinks presiding. Telegram delivery complaints were discussed and resolved with thanks to Mr W E Johnson. Council finances were debated showing ratepayers owe about £2300 of £3400, prompting a speech by Ald Ley. Ald Cheel attended and spoke on forestry and a School of Arts building plan of about £1080 was approved in principle.
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