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Newspaper
Tamworth Daily Observer
Location
Tamworth, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Dec 29, 1916
Page
2
The forecast calls for hot and sultry conditions with more thunderstorms mainly in the NLE and quarter A regions. A southerly wind shift is expected to cool the SWd area as Wednesday progresses.
Fragmented foreign page discusses German actions and American responses amid rising war tensions. It notes belligerent moves and public calls for action, with references to President Wilson and wartime policies shaping the conflict.
Nawman, longtime manager of the emwearth tranche of the Commonwealth Bank, is chosen by Governor Denison Miller to proceed to London early in January to oversee bank business. He may be away for months, with Alexan der or the Newcastle branch acting in his absence. Newman has about 26 years at the Bank of New South Wales and 46 years with the Commonwealth Bank, considering Tamworth his native town.
The day saw a maximum temperature of 69 degrees in Tamworth with consistent shading conditions throughout. Strong sun was not present and overcast skies limited heat.
Sydney reports the Postmaster General stating telegraph and telephone rate changes. The document cites substantial overhauls and savings measures amid staff recruitment and system modernization, projecting financial impacts near 620,000 to 970,000 pounds. The report notes no extra costs beyond rate hikes as a result of improved efficiency.
A garbled report notes a sudden collapse and death after a hospital stay. The coroner returned a verdict of natural causes, with speculation about possible external factors discussed by the advocate. The fragment hints at questions over how the death occurred and the time frame before it.
Reports from the Royal Agricultural Society meeting indicate very promising prospects for the upcoming Royal Show. The council reviews finances and preparations, noting staged competitions at the Spring Show and progress on a new electrical installation.
Federal arrangements for an amusements tax operation are outlined with details of collection efforts and date emphasis. Officials, including commissioners, plan ticket issues and coordinated actions in Sydney and Randwick areas.
A fragmented notice from Sydney describes an intercession and thanksgiving service schedule and a December nine approval by a royal figure. The text is garbled but references churches in Australia and a communicative telegram or message about intercession and thanksgiving.
London Wednesday dispatch from a war correspondent notes British and French troops near contested towns and villages in France. The report says the British commander informs that forces are engaged and holding positions along the front with continued artillery and shelling in the area.
Fragmentary notice notes the sixteenth anniversary in Sydney with no public celebration. References Commonwealth era governance and local government offices, but details remain unclear due to damaged text. The piece hints at a quieter, official commemoration without ceremonies or spectacle.
Fragmented text references rail savings and department activity with unclear details. The readable parts mention Tuesday and contusion in departments, but the context and specifics are not sufficient to determine a clear event or outcome.
Thirty men faced charges under the Gaming Act after a clerked hearing at the National Club. Evidence was taken and the hearing adjourned as the case moved to further proceedings.
Fragmentary OCR notes reveal a local Irish settlement in Gondon facing unsettled tensions. The document mentions Maddoine Lea and Dhiles in unclear context, referencing a calendar-like line “1 il” and a note on Montonal.
A fragmentary report mentions a drowning near Sydney and ties to Walter Josephy and Alexandria. The text is censored and partially illegible, with mentions of a discovery at dawn and a quiet burial. No clear names or outcomes are established in readable form.
Report from New York states Davey refused 215000 for tire tights while Carpentier travels toward America. Tex Rickard has signed a contract or is near finalizing terms as negotiations proceed.
A readable fragment describes looting at Bucharest and references naval figures and museums. The text hints at a theft or seizure impacting cultural sites, with unclear specifics about parties or dates. Further details are unreadable in the fragment.
Fragmentary OCR notes describe a court reference to the death of Mr. Photer F C and mention a judge or advocate praising one of the most convincing arguments. The text is garbled with overlapping words and missing context.
An official review details the Wheat Pool and its collapse impact on farmers. It explains governments forming a joint pool with producers to handle wheat, fixed charges, and shared losses. It notes large stock deliveries, vast debts, and shipper arrangements, with partial farmer compensation and looming repaid sums.
The Minister for Local Government calls on Shira Corwells to consider adding adequate in ter passages and direction boards on roads. He notes the need to determine which Cornels and Shires are responsible and to ensure proper posts and signage are regularly replaced and kept in good order.
Fragmented OCR text describes unclear names and terms like Royal Latuche Carl Bubhas and Welter Denman Havidiengys Ci Chbhantind Hiindidaps in a garbled scribble. The readable pieces suggest proper nouns but lack coherent events or context.
Captain Coates, secretary of the State Recruiting Committee, spoke at a Waverley meeting. The State Commandant orders 19 reinforcement companies in January, but only seven are currently available, short of the required strength.
Telegram from London reports the Russian Czar’s Christmas message urging peace while Germany reckons with dwindling military strength. The note warns that accepting terms now would yield future rewards from a hard-won war and emphasizes firmness in negotiating until Germany is decisively defeated.
Fragmented OCR summarization shows a call for Allied defense of Egypt and Mesopotamia with Australian and Dominion forces. It argues white forces on the West Front and combined action of dominions to curb Turkish power in Armenia, Mesopotamia, and Beyrut as part of Mediterranean operations.
A telegraph draft from Reuters reports President Wilson facing criticism over Berlin's actions and U.S. diplomacy. Washington diplomats say effort to separate peace with Russia and France continues while efforts to mend relations with Paris and London are underway.
London dispatch cites a Berlin communiqué claiming nine enemy aircraft shot down over the western theatre. The report notes Sinn Féin passions and a German army movement toward an enemy front, with fighting prompting a retreat. December losses are mentioned.
Fractured OCR text notes a Masday morning issue and a daily observer calendar for 1917. It mentions introductory phases and the North and North-West towns with circulation details and a Daike Ob objectver reference.
A Wednesday peace demonstration unfolded across Austrian cities led by prominent socialists. Police faced interference as crowds gathered outside venues, calling for calm amid the general mood of protest.
The Times reports Captain J. W. M. W. T. Douglas, who captained the last English team visiting Australia, on leave from the front, has married Ruby Cuse in London. The brief notice confirms the marriage of a prominent international cricketer.
In Sydney markets today dull conditions persisted with a very large yarding. Buyer numbers were too low to absorb offerings as quotes for wheaten chaff and Lucerne varied, while Northern State hay and fodder products showed limited demand and prices shifted.
Sydney markets show full stalls but weak demand with no business until New Year. Tasmanian produce and Algerian items quoted. supply and prices fluctuating as traders expect a January recovery.
Fragmentary OCR notes from Homebush Markets show prices and values for cattle and footwear with numerous unreadable segments. The tables reference sold quantities, penned values, and unclear entries including cows and shop totals.
The Maitland market saw a light cattle sale with small attendance. prime weights ranged around 27 to 18 pounds with other grades quoted. Sheep and lamb offerings were modest with wethers and ewes in fair supply and prices reflecting steady demand for quality and leaner lots.
London metal markets report steady prices for copper lead zinc and tin with spot and forward delivery terms. Copper at 150 pounds 10 pence per unit, lead 10, zinc 103 for three months, tin 17 pounds yearly delivery, and other metals quoted with spot and forward figures.
Tor records a ledger of book donations from Mrs Carr Somerton Mrs Violet Wally Wodlomins and others including Mrs G My Somerby Miss Mulley Mrs Gamtrell and Miss Krahhe. Names appear in a list of contributors for soldiers books and journals.
Fragmentary telegram notes a Swedish message about a political move and a peace proposal. The garbled text mentions a report on redelra a Succdisis and erranesita, with unclear references to a Note and beliefs.
Sydney report states Ernest Murray aged 17 was found hanging by a clothes line from a beam in his parents home at Waterloo. His father cut him down but he was pronounced dead.
The Times reports special permission cables news to Australia with the note that opinions do not reflect the newspaper’s stance unless stated.
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