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Newspaper
Sydney Evening News
Location
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Dec 22, 1926
Page
3
The Manly council advanced plans to raise ferry fares with a committee to study the proposal. Alderman Heid voiced strong opposition, arguing the company should justify any increase, and questioned the impact on residents while council members weighed options for service quality and cost.
Waterloos Act meeting discusses premier appeal to invite Endantrial mondmakerer Bir Fiddington to declare a wage adjustment plan. Debate focuses on wage increases for the company, fares, and reinstatement. mayor overrules, council divided, investigation of company books to be pursued.
A detective examined chatter from city conversations and detained multiple suspects. Investigations across the city and suburbs led to arrests and the seizure of a quantity of contraband including a map and other items. The March incidents centered on a residence in Wurpedra with several locations searched.
The council discusses granting a lease for harbor mines with public debate on surface rights. Ald. Clark opposes the measure as Lt and officials reference the Mines Department authority and a proposed passage for conveyor use. Town Clerk Perry explains authorization limits while public agitation influences the plan.
The West Ward council debated a proposed increase in rates to fund loans and works. Members discussed a halfpenny rise and a general rate later totaling about 2 pounds 2 shillings, with expected revenue from beaches and baths. The balance for works and safety was estimated, and some members suggested the extra payment should come from the ward. The outcome included assurance of oversight and no unnecessary delays for workmen.
The report outlines a Volumery Worker aid plan managed by secretary Harry Kimpson. It states gifts will be allocated early next year only to homes built by eligible voluntary labor, with financial support limited to this fund and limited to Digwere wramngting to say WE OU do en tel bomen or feuliey farm.
The Mayor of Warerie opens a schedule of events for a fundraising fete to aid ambulance services. Community gatherings run through late December into January with charity dances and entertainment planned, including a bootie night and a New Year cariss. Proceeds support local ambulance care and related efforts.
Carlisle MLA, a founder of the Country party in Victoria, was admitted to Melbourne Hospital after a tram accident yesterday afternoon. He is a member for Renai and remains in serious condition.
In Melbourne on Wednesday the Metarmed Sel Gers League notes many diggers will be out of work. Most jobs are temporary, though some may become permanent. About 430 men have been laid off as demand drops.
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