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Newspaper
Tamworth Daily Observer
Location
Tamworth, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Jun 28, 1911
Page
3
Occasional showers affect the central and northern coasts and central tableland with generally cold conditions inland. Frost and fog are reported inland as the day progresses.
The article argues for immediate improvements to the recreation ground to host the Eisteddfod. It notes unfenced grounds and no appointed trustees, seeks £600 from the Government for a suitable fence, and urges swift action to ensure the event can be held outdoors with proper facilities.
A massive blaze in Sydney caused severe destruction to Messy, buerth, and Nall printers and box makers, with contents valued around £35,000. Sparks spread, but a thick three foot brick wall and hose operations prevented total ruin. Belmont Garage and several adjacent buildings suffered water damage, while the Belmont Hall area faced fire-related hazards and partial damage.
In Sydney the Assembly debated safety after last night’s event at a scene with debris and drifting empire smoke. Firefighters suffered near misses as timbers and an iron roof struck blows. one fireman survived a severe head injury. Crowds gathered, many workers lost jobs but found other work as rebuilding begins.
The State Cabinet has completed a draft bill to establish state coal mines. The measure is now ready for presentation to Parliament.
Local notes report a Masonic Ball at Alhambra Hall with Mr A Allen's orchestra providing music and full arrangements completed. Also covered are a Tamworth court appearance for theft linked to drink, a juvenile choir formation, and other social items from the Tamworth area.
Our Sydney correspondent reports Mea Burrell a long time Millthorpe resident died yesterday at 78 leaving 71 dependants. Also Mr W Hughes acting Premier will marry Mary Campbell daughter of Thomas Campbell of Burrengong station in Melbourne. Arthur Paul 19 youngest son of Mrs Joseph Paul Tamworth died after an operation in Sydney Hospital and was buried in West Tamworth Catholic Cemetery.
Paris reports Monday evening that Finance Minister Cailleux aims to form a new cabinet. He seeks a stable group to support electoral reform, but divisions remain over the policy and its political viability.
The brief notes forecast Monday evening activity in Parliament, with M. Cailloux not finishing his Ministry before Wednesday and hoping M. Bourgeois will take over as Minister for Foreign Affairs. A medical note reports pat Bronchial Coughs are relieved by Woods' Great Peppermint Cure.
At a Tamworth Jockey Club special meeting on Monday night members debated reforming the secretary role and club governance. The discussion covered a paid secretary, committee structure, quorum, and subscription terms as members pushed for changes and a ballot was taken on key motions.
The hearing before Magistrate Mett A Belworde addressed alleged theft of money involving multiple witnesses from Barraba to Manilla. Accused denied taking funds, with testimony detailing cheques, money orders, and a contested £10 note. The case was committed for trial at Tamworth Circuit Court on October 10.
Jane Raven, a single woman recently discharged from Thirlmere Home, left her parents’ Petersham residence holding a bottle. After her mother refused a request for a glass, Raven drank from the bottle and died almost instantly from the poison.
London reports that during a second interview the Secretary of State for Home Affairs told the Australian Minister that creating Lord Mayors for cities like Adelaide may be favorably considered at a later period.
The Royal Commission on labor shortage in Sydney heard evidence today. A J Stone of a mantle continue makers firm testified that it is impossible to obtain enough fuse to complete their contents. A similar shortage of boy labor exists, with firms offering higher wages. The inquiry questioned the value of technical college training for the trade.
The Duke of traften, oldest of Brita' Thukey, marked his ninetieth birthday today and received numerous valuable gifts and well wishes from admirers.
The gala Coronation performance in Covent Garden tonight attracts the King and renowned artist, with decorations described as unmatched in magnificence and a highlight of music and pageantry.
In the Assembly today the Secretary for Lands warned the custom to confer the title of sworn valuator upon valuers when qualifications meet land valuers committee standards. The sworn valuator status had been discontinued, but the Government would consider advising conferment after examination to ensure capable land valuers are not disadvantaged by unopposed competition.
Tomas Nesburg urges at Monday session that Empire representatives must uphold pledges to avoid drift and apathy. He says Overseas delegates should advance concrete measures at the next conference rather than revisit principles.
The Glen Innes coursing carnival draws list Shanon Vale Stakes runners including Golden Red Sweet Newa Dark Blue and Carobe Footprint Beth Gelert and Merry Boy Stargazer All Blue and Lord Douglas Governor Kilamissan Curcdo Golden Heart Laplander Young Taurax Fine Feathers Care leas Jack Black Wattle a bye Desuwater Stakes Master Wapping Reckles Rover Willie Wagtail May Fly Hastaless Long Range Tarpolin Er Nell Wattle Hird Enala Snowora Fire Not Coolabah Cleopatra Alice McCarthy Maiden Stakes Lavander Zoe Massara Silver Mag Ladeda Diamond Queen Duchess of York Lord Balmoral Guy Fawkes Beattie Nick Mucher Only tope Jack Riggs Storm Cloud Star Chamber Starm King Star Boarder.
A Finnish Swedish excursion steamer carrying 500 passengers from Helsingfors to abroad wrecked near Korps Islead in outer Skerries. It is not yet known if there are fatalities or survivors.
Atkins, a seaman from the U S cruiser Baratoga, was sentenced to five years for murdering Saun ders, a blue jacket of the cruiser New Orleans. Ifo was tried before three Japanese judges and defended by Hate yar, son of the President of the Diet.
Tuesday sales show broad movement with potatoes brisk and prime tubers improving by 10s per ton. Dried goods and hay rise slightly while chaff and wheaten offerings hold firm. regional listings name Wing Lea Tamworth and Neminghs with various lucarne hay and chaff prices.
A Standard correspondent complains that Australian and comedian officers have been overlooked for Coronation honors.
Beott posts 78 while Clyde Pearce shoots 81 and Bruce Pearce 89. Moran Erdem claims the lowest card with 72 as Braid TG follows.
In Montreal on Monday evening reports say Sir William Wayte, recently knighted at the Coronation, may become the new High Commissioner for Canada succeeding Lord Strathcona. The rumor centers on Wayte taking the Canadian post, with official word expected soon.
In the Dudley Cup fraternal contest at Race Course Muswellbrook beat Narromine 1 14 to 4 4. Muswellbrook players included A Pearse B White Harold White captain and G Meek as captain back. The Glen Innes Dindimah clash ended 9 to 3 8 with Glen Innes missing key players. Matches also featured Beano Nerromine Murwillbrook II and Dindemah in yesterday’s lineup.
World boxing champion W Papke refuses a proposed return bout with champion Sullivan, complaining about how spectators were treated. The dispute centers on venue and conditions, casting doubt on the scheduled showdown.
A ballooning event in Paris reports a ballast bag found near Juist Eshamd suggesting a crewman is missing. The note mentions two on board and signals a fatal accident during the Drutashe Cup competition.
Fragmentary OCR notes show a political figure defending a land tax policy. The garbled text mentions the prime minister, taxation, and opposition reactions, with references to groups and potential public response.
Spain hosts the 2nd International Eucharistic Congress in Madrid with greeting speeches by King Alfonso’s delegate and Don Carlos at San Francisco Church indicating official welcome and upcoming events.
A historical report notes Japan's expansion policy and its influence in Hawaii and the Philippines. It cites growing Japanese control in sugar and coffee sectors and predicts further shifts away from American to Japanese dominance.
London Monday evening saw Westminster Cathedral host coronation ceremonies with a large Catholic turnout. Dignitaries included the Duke of Norfolk, the Earl of Denbigh and Kenmare, and Lords Seaton and Granard, along with numerous foreign envoys. The Pope's envoy joined at the high altar for prayers as Archbishop Burne later hosted a luncheon.
Reports from Vienna describe a critical situation in Albania with 50,000 Turkish troops within a day’s march of the Montenegrin frontier. Refugees, including 25,000 women and children, flee toward Montenegro as famine and hunger bite, with casualties and chaos spreading across the region.
The seamen's strike expands with several thousand workers idle. Railway workers debate a weeklong sympathy stoppage. Southampton saw owner concessions while Liverpool dockers backed the union across 46 firms. In Hull, Grimsby and Plymouth talks stalled between owners and men. Amsterdam port dockers show solidarity with two thousand striking seamen.
The Half Holiday Sub Union advances to the next stage with North vs Central at 2.30 pm and Best vs West at 3.45 pm on the Oval. East leads with 4 wins from 4, while West trails with 9 points from 4 matches and 1 draw. North could disrupt the standings and Central sit 3 points behind West as West meets East today. Cartrain lines up for North at 2.30 pm, West and North squads listed with players and reserves, spectators urged to be on site by 2.15 pm.
Mr Holman announced in the Assembly his intention to introduce a Local Government Bill early in the season. The note mentions Lowcock and King at Gunnedah and an annual bores sale at Nedah on September 1st.
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