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Newspaper
The Areas Express
Location
Booyoolee, Victoria, Australia
Date
Dec 10, 1915
Page
2
The article notes the closing hours of the State Parliament session with a large volume of business on the notice papers. Key measures include Blamp Tax General Taxation Motor Tax Commonwealth Powers Referenda Industrial Arbitration and Licensing Bill.
The text notes the closing days of a parliamentary session marked by wasted time, tax concerns, and the desire for holiday relief. It mentions the district council announcing a general rate of one shilling, and reflects on how session delays affect public finances and taxpayer sentiment.
Friday sale includes 1742 sheen 114 oatts rigs poultry and caudries at Crystal Brook by Mecare Elder Huilh Co. Gladstone Grounds Committee plans Monday meeting to discuss funds and continental jumps. Y MCA Army Dept Button Day observed in Glidetone with a strawberry fete planned for December 14. Mrs Parsons presided at a ladies meeting where badges and brooches were discussed. Secretary Mrs Jeffery elected. Reports mention the front work of the Y.M.G.A camps, Red Cross funds, and a farewell for Mr Tom Cook. Other items reference political debates, local deaths, and wartime news.
Gundatone Methodist Church held a funnel strawberry fete on Wednesday December 1 to aid circuit funds. Mayoree Mrs W L Parsons opened the event and thanked the church ladies for their work. A choir and stalls run by Mrs Hartlett and others attracted attendees, with profits around £32 noted from a Wednesday afternoon social. The day featured songs, piano solos, and speeches praising the ladies’ efforts.
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