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Newspaper
Tamworth Daily Observer
Location
Tamworth, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Jun 09, 1915
Page
7
Fragmented diary entries recount the Gallipoli campaign with vivid, harrowing scenes. Soldiers describe hospital care in Alexandria, wounded mates, and a chaotic landing shadowed by shrapnel and bayonet charges.
The discussion centers on fodder and food prices with claims of rising costs and government failure to control them. Speakers condemn profiteers and question parliament's power while party loyalties and opposition tactics are debated amid wartime strain.
A Tamworth family note reports Private R. J. Vidler son of Sergeant Vidler is in a Mexandria hospital after a left hand wound from shrapnel. He says he is recovering well and hopes to reach a convalescent camp within two weeks. He mentions another Tamworth casualty, Private Smiles, injured in the legs, and conveys grim resolve about continuing the fight for a worthy cause.
Sydney reports Parliament will convene Tuesday next with all session bills approved and ready for debate. Government confirms procedural readiness as lawmakers prepare introductions and readings.
An opposition attack this Friday accused Ministers, including Mr. Cook and Sir William Vine, of failing to mobilize Commonwealth resources for the war. The session showed unusual cross party rancor as critics pressed for action.
A private hive of Harhis provides a week spraying guide for fruit trees and plots now common among good growers. Government trials show adding value over £32 per acre. spraying improves flavor and quality of fruit. Monse C Hog Ltd acts as agents for Fler bas to Tauwer.
At a Tamworth Municipal Council meeting a letter from A L W Schwartz, absent, prompted debate over his resignation. The mayor noted public hostility since wartime events and urged Schwartz to resign. Schwartz agreed to consider stepping down, and a formal motion for his resignation passed anonymously.
Mr Cann as Minister for Works signals preliminary steps to implement the Premiers Conference aim of standardising electoral rolls between the Commonwealth and States. The Attorney General plans a bill to grant the Public Service Board authority to transfer temporary clergy to the permanent establishment.
In Inverell on a Tuesday a ringcarker’s son vanished after taking a toy log from Horton River worksite. A search by about thirty neighbors overnight found the boy at dawn two miles distant, riding a stick and following a chalky track to a friendly toy rooster, unharmed.
Commonwealth Meteorology notes an Antarctic disturbance causing ongoing rainfall in the state with showers likely over the south and eastern areas. A high pressure system over the Tasman Sea is gradually weakening, moving eastward, bringing cooler southeasterly winds and unsettled conditions along the coast.
In Armidale on Tuesday Liberal candidates Messrs Vyner Weed Heming and Las campaigned across districts. Melt shows growing interest in the selection with widespread discussion. Support leans toward Wawel though some favor a broader amen.
Report lists five starters in the Manilla Handicap and several unnamed entrants across races including Maiden Hatcieap and Redland Wells. Notable entries mention Hall's Enid Almont Pilot Dorothy Comet and Black Bess in various stake heats with multiple horses listed but unclear placements.
A Belgian fundraiser in the town district raised funds for relief, with a procession featuring decorated stalls and performances. Notable names include Arnold the administrator and a veteran array of local tradespeople while injuries and military service mark the events.
The croshred lamb raffle by Mr. N. Perk was won by Mr. A. Doolin. The Arab wolt drawing is postponed as wake of butts are not returned. The cose drawing will be titled by the Rese. Mr. F. A. Chaffey will be glad if all funds owed for the Military Sports Carnival are sent in, as the committee aims to settle accounts before the Light Horse Squadron goes into camp.
A large Tamworth gathering at Oddfellows Hall saluted Reverend Jamie N Williams and Captain Chaplain Jamieson-Williams. The Moderator of the Presbyterian Assembly of NSW and clergy from denominations attended. Mr BF A Chaffey MLA chaired for the Tamworth Presbyterian Church and presented a leather purse from local supporters.
The article lists nominations for principal events at the BINGATA H HOSPITAL RACE MEETING including Witter Handicap and rel Hospital Handicap with a long roster of horse names. It then shifts to a wartime appeal urging Australia to mobilize more volunteers, noting shortfalls, monthly quotas, and calls for single and married men to enlist, alongside critique of dissenters and commentary on recruitment in Britain and pressures from Kitchener and various leaders.
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