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Newspaper
The Areas Express
Location
Booyoolee, Victoria, Australia
Date
Jul 21, 1916
Page
2
Newton notices the death of Private Matt Newton on the 25th instant in action. He was the son of Mrs Newton and brother of Miss Nemban of Gladstone. The report honors his service in World War I era context.
The article surveys parliamentary discussion on the Gaverd policy, noting socialist aims and opposition critiques. It argues Labor seeks to reshape the Legislative Council and advance adult suffrage, while Liberal members resist. The piece predicts vigorous contest and rejects quiet acceptance amid wartime tensions.
Community updates from Gladstone include Aug 2 3 visits by Mr Chas H Nicholle of Nicholle Bros with a venue cancellation at the Commercial Hotel. Obituaries record Mrs Connolly and Mr Sonman of Laura with sympathy. Australia Day events are planned at Georgstown along with a large church Synod note and Bishop Willochra announcing Rev E J Nash as rector of Gladstone and Laure. A Great Western screening at Angaston presents films including The Jockey of Death and Chaplin comedies.
Local notices report cheque receipts for the Red Cross and Belgian Relief Fund totaling £2 17s 0d from T. M. Flood for ball proceeds. A private matter notes the death of Private Matt Newton in France on June 28. Australia Day celebrations are rescheduled to August 4 with jumble stalls and house-to-house collections planned. Maintenance supply details from Gladatone District Council are given, and flood and weather impacts are described with railway water supply concerns and station yard damage.
A testimonial recalls long back ache and morning pain, then relief after using Doan’s Kidney Pills. The speaker claims complete cure after seven bottles and urges purchase from Foster & Co., Sydney, warning to beware fake DOAN’S products.
Blyth defendant pleaded guilty to using another person’s brand without registration at Brinkworth Police Court. He claimed confusion with a relative’s unregistered brand and said he learned of the error from an inspector. The court imposed a minimum penalty of £2 plus witnesses fees after hearing the facts.
Gladstone Methodist Church marked its anniversary with a well attended service and enthusiastic singing. The report highlighted strong offerings for Home and Foreign Missions, sound finances, and the need for a new building to sustain Sunday School work, especially the Kindergarten.
The Gladstone Australia Day Committee executive met on Thursday July 13. Attendees included most members except Rowe Riches and one other. The group approved stalls and activities for the celebration, including buttons, badges, rides, and a music program, with admissions set for sixpence and children free.
A local program features The Lights of London at 4000 ft length from Mr Geo B. Sims and The Martyrdom of Nurse Gavel with Vera Pearson leading roles. The show, at Crystal Brook on May 34 with prices 2/ and 1/ children, was praised as sensational and drew large crowds.
Industrial Court actions against two men for taking part in a strike were withdrawn after a special meeting. The workers returned to work on Monday at Fort Pirie Foundry and Crystal Brook reports noted the informaton was withdrawn. The court’s Broaddon Jothce Bows indicated the withdrawal followed resumed work.
A garbled text suggests reflections on politeness, gender roles, and social conduct, with scattered lines about leadership, self control, and civic duty. It references women as leaders, warns against ignorance and vanity, and includes disjointed dialogues and questions about manners and wealth.
In a Gladatone Local Court session dated 23 19/4 the case before M Ki w J.P. and George Lewis involves the defendant and plaintiff over an unpaid money matter. The plaintiff claims no further money is due for the account in question and seeks a judgment. The defendant replies, and the court notes the record of proceedings and prior renderings.
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