Weather Outlook Weathers Central Slopes and Highlands
Still more rain along the central and west slopes and into the highlands. Snow at higher elevations with cold easterly winds.
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Newspaper
Tamworth Daily Observer
Location
Tamworth, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Jun 26, 1915
Page
11
Still more rain along the central and west slopes and into the highlands. Snow at higher elevations with cold easterly winds.
A garbled text fragment hints at postwar policy discussions and public concerns. It references voters, regions, and figures in a scattered mosaic of names and places, suggesting a broad national conversation about economics and governance.
A Sydney report describes a dramatic incident involving a woman and a Presbyterian clergyman. The exchange centers on alleged money demands and the ensuing legal and social actions, with references to dates, places, and party involvement amid church and community tensions. The article sketches proceedings and public reaction in a period of heightened scrutiny.
A garbled report notes severe food shortages in Sydney affecting suburbs and sparking worries over COOPRUTU measures. It mentions notable disruptions to daily staples and hints at an official response or policy actions, with unclear names or dates due to damaged text.
The piece honors Sergeant Larkin in Sydney with a memorial note by Governor Dowling. It recalls his service, laments the losses of war, and urges national sacrifice to honor the fallen.
A garbled report discusses the West Australian government and its approach to reform, citing public reaction to policy shifts. It notes debates over cost of living and government responsibility while indicating ongoing controversy and mixed support for current leadership.
The text reports a reduced compensation award in a military lands matter. It notes a federal resumption process at Liverpool for a specified title and payment, with a remaining balance and adjustments to be paid. The details are fragmentary and use unclear names and dates.
A damaged OCR fragment references a government stance on Americas interests and potential shifts. It mentions arrests and a call to examine relations, with scattered notes about medical services and voluntary actions in a town hospital context.
Fragmented OCR passage blends stray phrases about prisoners, submarines, and Allied naval activity with distorted, unreadable strings. The result offers no clear events, dates, or coherent details beyond a general World War II era war mood.
Melbourne reports a long casualty list from the war with many killed and wounded. Names span Australia and overseas postings including England Ireland Scotland New Zealand and various towns in Victoria. The card enumerates privates and sergeants with several roots in Sydney Grafton Dubbo and other locales.
The Royal Commission of Inquiry into the Vanco charges opened in Don. Mr Carnichael referred to the dam project and the role of Germoane in air pressure, suggesting a possible escalation toward England since the start. The inquiry adjourned to Yauco with questions about a permanent commissioner and the fate of Lis boatment.
A Tokio message and later reports describe seven German submarines entering the Mediterranean and the Straits of Gibraltar as part of wartime activity. Australian authorities discuss new provisions in the Crimes Act to curb white slave trafficking and related drug trade, aiming to block illicit traffic to New South Wales.
A wartime casualty summary lists soldiers from Tasmania and other regions, noting totals by state. The record records killed in action wounded and missing in action across states, with counts for each category and a final tally.
Tram driver George Kulee sustained injuries to his right arm while the lorry driver McDonald received contusions after a collision at Enfield. Both men were attended at the scene with injuries described as minor to moderate.
Reported Australian casualties list officers and ranks damaged and missing in action from a conflict labeled Decrditelion War in GelI. Totals show killed officers and other ranks 145, wounded and missing combined around 600, with several categories including oilers and other ranks.
A central Berla report to the Times highlights remarkable efforts at Corey WTA AINE where shells and fuzes are manufactured. Workers, largely women, comprise a high percentage of the labor force and produce essential army supplies as part of the war effort.
An unclear report describes a festive gathering in Amstentam viewing a Kaapenur Wo speech amid jubilant crowds. It notes promises to preserve sentiment and welfare while referencing Vietnam and Lanett figures, amid a ceremonial procession and public display of allegiance.
Amsterdam reports ongoing battles with persistent fighting around Lem Berg. Forces clash near Old power and other sectors as rail and river activity continues amid unclear gains. The campaign scene remains volatile with exchanges of fire and halted advances.
A report from Hamburg notes a prize court case involving seized food shipments destined for Bijele and South Adrien and also for Vorkind Australia. Details describe the handling of cargo including wine and other goods awaiting disposition by authorities.
Sydney markets report mixed prices with potatoes and yellow maize firm and oats scarce. Dairy and meat items show varied quotes with hogs and bacon steadier while imports from America affect supply. tonnages and local bids listed for onions, carrots, barley, and poultry amid demand uncertainty.
Very little produce was held for wool at the Friday sale in Byndey. Even rough qualities sold to animated buyers. Quotations included straw, corn, pumpkins, and other items with varying prices.
The card lists hurdles with Rosheutrer, dacoleen, and Glyn hiker. Flying Handicap features Ruimall and Ligern, while Juvenile Stakes names Haughts Ena and Cal ero. Granville Stakes includes Block Walk and Kalo fore, with Rosehill Handicap and Mile events crowning Silver Grain and Hopfield.
Commonwealth meteorology notes a developing storm system spanning the south and west with strong winds and showers. Tracking indicates a northwest to northeast pressure band, with the center near the Leeuwin region and expected movement toward the north and east.
Tamworth J C to hold a half day meeting on Monday for King’s Birthday with all proceeds to the Patriotic Fund. The programme features eight events with strong entries and new spectator conveniences including free hot water. ladies admitted free. At Limbri, a day of athletics and a night ball are planned, organized by Mr Murphy and with Miss Vo Perframent as secretary.
Mr W. Abbott, three years at Tamworth post office, promoted to postal assistant at Waraldda and leaves tonight. He played league football as a top three quarterback and represented the local union in many capacities. Mr Willmott leaves Tamworth to join KK Taylor and G. stock and station agents Bathurst as a partner, bringing years in management and musical involvement in town.
Tamworth medical student Mr EM MeCaffrey, son of Mr Mw Caffrey, has completed the fifth degree examination in tal jurisprudence and public health at Sydney University. He intends leaving for the front with the Army Medical Corps.
An item reports that the Leipziger Volkszeitung has been suppressed for a week due to its coverage of three Socialist leaders. The notice notes actions against Beilimas, Wenig, and related figures, detailing the government’s stance on socialist leadership.
A Montenegrin commander has arrived at the gates of Seuten after a feint outside Scutari. The movement signals a potential shift in the siege as forces reposition near Seuten.
Friday report from Londen notes a German victory or policy action in Helgi, with uncertain spelling and unclear details. The fragment mentions a specific law or treaty context and a wartime or political event, but names and precise facts are obscured.
Mr Holman stated this morning that the influx of affected people through priglntalist channels stimulated workers in New South Wales for greater efforts. He expressed no doubt that New South Wales share would be raised.
Armidale reports Corporal Goebel describing General Bridges death after mortification set in. Doctors urged leg amputation but Bridges refused, dying within hours. The account notes Bridges acted to avoid amputation, leading to his demise.
At a special Agricul ture Society meeting in Tenterfield, members agreed to back Australia Day proposals. Clarence Smith of Boorook Station gave £50 and pledged £60 more if nine others subscribe about £35 each. The Society will collect £40 more and join the general movement. the Mayor will convene a public meeting next Thursday.
The text notes a minister declining a deputation over a censure motion and reports Evangelistic Mission attendances at Baptist Church Tamworth led by Evangelist John Compha. It mentions Mr Complin's recital Diamonds in the rough with a chalk talk Roots and Crave, plus a youth talk on law. Bishop elect Carpentaria Mr Newton to preach at St John’s Tamworth and visit Nemingham en route to Sydney.
In Sydney and London reports officials defend accuracy of wartime coverage. Government asserts no breach of faith in exams while attempts to verify alleged Turkish atrocities amid Gallipoli and Flanders fighting.
In Melbourne the debate focused on the Lithgow small arms factory including calls to start a second shift immediately. Government delays were criticized and the manager was instructed to expedite shifting to Canberra, while concerns about housing for workers were raised and the motion was dropped. The session adjourned with progress noted on related supply and works bills.
The Belgian Relief Fund totals £2468. Mr George Baker gave £100 to F G Taylor’s New England Craziers Australian Day Fund. The Presbytery of New England nominated Rev. Mr. Funtype as moderator. Western AWU officers elected: President J H McDonald, Secretary Arthur Blake, Vice President J Andrew and R A Gard, Returning Officer W Mulvoon, and branch executives across Guyra Inverell Moree Walgett Hay Walcha Armidale Bundarra L L McGennaty.
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