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Newspaper
Tamworth Daily Observer
Location
Tamworth, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Jun 23, 1915
Page
7
A weather notice shows rain continuing over central districts, the Western slopes, tablelands and Riverina with a squall or two near the coast south of the Hunter. Winds remain strong over the southern half while inland areas stay fine.
The article reports on harvest prospects and drought concerns, noting wheat and barley conditions, government stance on supply, and the impact of winter months. It highlights plans to ease feed shortages, mentions prospects for a milder winter, and discusses possible general harvest outcomes across the region.
The Minister for Falunthuy plans a strong drive to raise fines resembling Australia Day penalties. The collected total will form a children's fund named the Mothers' Thirteen Thousand.
Sydney reports the steamer Vuentan arriving from Portland with 3000 tons of water freight, the first of its kind to Australia in years. The Executive approves W J SN Finchem as Deputy Licensing Magistrate at Tamworth. Uncle Sam was not entered for the Epsom Handicap. Hossane, omitted, has been allotted 7 stone.
In Sydney the munitions matter stalls shell production and risks dislocating ordinary industry. Premier and Commonwealth Railway Commissioners seek intergovernmental mediation to link authorities with state rail plans amid defence concerns.
A confusing telegraph summary reports a charge against a school master. The message includes scattered names and phrases about a cemetery, admissions, and an alleged medical condition. The garbled text makes specifics unclear but indicates official action and a court or police process.
The Chancellor of the Exchequer appeals to the public amid wartime finance concerns. He stresses relief for consumers and measures to avoid a sudden economic slide while avoiding repayment complications. He outlines new financial plans and cautions against enforcement that could worsen price and supply pressures.
The assembly tackled sugar shortages and the Necessary Commodities Commission. Ministers argued the cost of government transfers, compulsory measures, and import pricing while warning of a potential sugar shortage. Officials discussed wholesale spirits, coal costs, and possible seizures under the Commodities Act as they weighed imports from Colonial Sugar and pricing impacts.
At a London conference the chairman stated the war could be won only by workers and the workshops of the country, emphasizing united effort. The event addressed antialeem and destruction issues at Amlooon, with election postponements noted.
Eye Witness from London reports British forces breaching the first German trench line about one mile long after a heavy bombardment. Germans retreat toward Hue Courvert as tunneling and night patrols continue. further assaults and artillery actions shift to the right with strong artillery fire. In other notes, Muller appeal proceedings resume with Edmund Barton on the Privy Council bench.
The U S Ambassador at Berlin reports no significant improvement in conditions at the Bullahem concentration camp where 4500 British are interned.
Italian naval forces chased and captured an Austrian merchant vessel miles off Naples. The action involved an auxiliary cruiser from Italy and occurred after a heated pursuit, marking a declared naval capture in the Mediterranean theater.
In Armidale and Sydney on Tuesday the debate on the address continues. Atttorney General denies making representations to suspend the day and Mr Carmichael calls for a referendum to seek public opinion on curtailing hours. Mr Fitzpatrick criticizes party legislation amid wartime strain. Sudden rainfall affects New South Wales towns.
London dispatch notes Chancellor McKenna defends rapid money-raising measures and warns against delaying taxation. He resists broad new levies while signaling possible future increases if needed, as crowds gather to hear the government’s financial direction and investors discuss prospects.
A chaotic police raid scene unfolds with references to a card game and mixed actions. The text depicts a tense gathering with multiple individuals involved in questionable activities, a confrontation, and a sense of disorder.
The article discusses how German leaflets entered Australia and prompted government action. It notes interception by authorities and mentions measures to curb the distribution of these leaflets and related propaganda during wartime.
fragmentary copy describes a small toy maker in Sydney Maine and mentions a planned venture. It references a person named Austin Chepstow and an event tied to products or playthings. The legible text suggests a tentative plan to create a small offering and gain acceptance.
A collision between three ships near Sydney unsettled the coast as crews reported damage and the incident prompted a government inquiry. Officials warned the delay could worsen the crisis if mobility restrictions persist.
A Mount Kiwra Company locomotive veered off the main South Coast line on Tuesday after its brakes failed. The driver jumped from the footplates as the engine plunged down an embankment. Two derailed hoppers and a damaged engine followed the crash.
Arrangements by the Minister for Tabour and Industry aim to employ about two hundred unemployed in Newcastle on duplication works in the southern district. Workers will be carried by rail free of charge and provided with blankets and tents.
A newly completed German warship, weighing about 2,0008 tons, is armed with the heaviest guns and is ready to sail at high speed. Reports say engineers completed key armament and propulsion systems as the vessel enters service.
Fragmentary report from Amsterdam describes German attacks and Allied counter measures. The text mentions retreat by German forces and references military leaders and operations with unclear names and locations.
Fragmentary text notes Frewet meads and Viehore locations with garbled names. No clear event, dates, or organizations are discernible from the readable content.
Fragmentary OCR text mentions Lem Berg, Vienna, and lines with uncertain phrases. No clear event date or identifiable entities beyond names. Summary preserves only the uncertain items and reads as a brief transcription note.
Copentagen report notes merited honors for submarine captains including the sinking of the Lusitania and a P21 commander’s voyage to the Dardanelles. Funeral proceedings mark the death of airmeneto, with a large crowd attending the reception of Warneford’s body. A Greek detachment accompanied the funeral procession to Brompton Cemetery for burial.
Cor respondent reports German forces opened a gas attack in their Calais attempt sending suffocating fumes over French and Canadian trenches. Winds spread the poison toward Ypres as shells roared and smoke blanketed the horizon. Canadians and British held key positions amid heavy shelling and a yellow-tinged air.
Commonwealth Meteorology Sydney reports a large Antarctic disturbance moving east from the south eastern states with energy gain. Centered near Tasmania with barometer readings down to 24.07 inches, the system brings showers to central and western districts and brings strong cold westerly winds.
In Sydney on Tuesday the Necessary Commodities Commission opened hearings for compensation over wheat seizures. Judge Edmunds warned of entering an unknown sea and planned to hear evidence in rural districts and Culcairn. Appellants argued contracts with Sheppard Harvey and Co exempted wheat in transit, while witnesses cited wartime and economic factors as causes of shortages.
In Tamworth a man named John Rendall was found guilty of indecent behaviour toward Pecafrett of the Quintrist. The bench imposed two months hard labor in Tamworth Gaol with a 8 pound and 16 shilling 8 pence cost.
A garbled OCR fragment hints at a local figure or nickname tied to a peppermint theme and naming a notable person or event. The readable bits suggest a playful or affectionate nickname and community ties, with references to parents and enduring efforts, though specifics are unclear.
Late markets in Sydney report twelve submissions by businesses with prices firming slightly. Potatoes show a hardening tendency and wheaten chaff remains steady. No local sales noted.
Markets in Susser-street were well supplied with goods from the suburbs. butter was scarce while cheese shipments owed to South Coast factories moved quickly. Ongoing declines affected stock values including fruit and vegetables with notable drops in Clarence River sales and heavy oats demand, as American oats reached markets.
The Sydney wool sale reported robust late price improvements with a broad list of consignors including Mackay Broad, Read Bros, Read Bros and J Kirkup among others. Prices per bale ranged from minor to notable gains across multiple centers such as Orange, Wellington, Mudgee, Dubbo and Nyngan.
Police raided a stable behind the Oxford Hotel arresting twelve and then Chinese premises Oliver a treat yielding fifteen more arrests. In the court Mr W L B Brown led the first case with ten shillings in to be paid and a fine of seven pounds each. Wong To keeper of the houses and Willie Chong banker were fined ten and five pounds respectively. In total thirteen were fined two pounds each with costs and a small quantity of opium found on Wille Hong resulted in a two pound fine. Costs were ordered forfeited for £1 16 shillings.
Roll of honor items from Inverell report the deaths of Private A F Gibbs of the 4th Battalion and Private Travers Broughton from Hay and Tamworth areas. Also noted are Private George R Smith of the Battalion and local cricket connections. Gosford races results listed with several handicaps and winners.
The Chancellor stated in the House of Commons that a large deficit must be covered by receipts rather than revenue, signaling a significant shortfall in public finances.
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