Broad program cuts and public works policy debate
The House of Assembly outlines three years of land, rail, and public works policy reducing Crown lands for wheat regions to 1000 acres, curbing non paying projects, and boosting cheaper rates for country travel. It highlights railway finance, civil service pay, school buildings, hospital support, water infrastructure, and defense of industrial peace while claiming the premier’s influence delivered regional gains.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hin
Baik
Tee
Uribe
Tip Tee
Eedom
Adamon Bo
Mneenenerey
Redhi
Mundoora
Arrow
Mindhin
Barwell Boys
Bim
Buldings
Mintaro
Killarney
Taft
Keille
Warnertown
Crystal Brook
Huddlestone
Port Broughton
Blyth
Snawtown
Effects of dry laws cited in Prohibition review
In a review of the United States under Prohibition in Nineteenth Century and After, Hi Merry Robinson notes Prohibition supporters cite statistics of crime decline in some areas while judges warn violence from drinking remains high. He says deaths from whiskey exceed those from alcoholism historically as the dry laws take effect.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hi Merry Robinson
Friends of Prohibition
Premier's reply to Leader de Opposition on page
The Premier's response to the Leader of the Opposition will be published on the page noted, in relation to St. Patrick's Day events and coverage at Georgetown.
Georgetown Shore Race Day Ends With Notable Youth Contests
The annual Georgetown shore event featured athletic races and horse contests amid fine weather. Notable moments included Miss Birchmore and another rider donning boots and riding gear for the first time in the party's racing history, plus schoolchildren competing in Boys and Girls races under 16. The day closed with a successful concert dance, though attendance was lighter than usual.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J.J
Noonan
M. Yrle
Myatnand
Tras Mt
M‘bruggy
Messrs
Jes
Boot H Vaughon
M Page
Sommes
Phillips
Browne
Creo
Georgetown
Calt
Yateree
Missen Birchmore
Gladatone
Bitter Bee
Misa Rous
Jownit
Rae EE Beetleback
Tawn
Beetleback
Hasdicap
Spystope
Peis Pan Yaeds
Misa Ros
Big Jack
A. Noonan
J. Carmody
A. Katz
T Greenwood
M. Niskey
R. Angley
K- Noonan
McClaren
Comeg Adaubens
J. Cox
District Council Meeting Notes March 14 at Preasat Ore
The district council met March 14 with acting chair Potter and members Noste and Budge the clerk. Finance items included a paysheet and various accounts. motions covered vermin control, road drainage, boundary reallocation, and road opening near Manatoo with bids and tenders for improvements and contract work.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Preasat
Ore
Hiean) Potter
Noste
Budge
Oof Tervions
Bisch
N.C
Manatoo
Carrie
Cr Neals
Cr Potter
Ue Potter
Cr Neale
Department of Lands
Mbole
Alray
Cr Nuate
Anal Watius
Por Eotios
Jenneryley
Mernoy
Hornpdale
Mavatur
MoGntive
Jamestawe
Loftia Bande
al Ur
Nevis
Hijlam
Bert
Mir Batgens
Ornamental Grounds Committee Hears Memorial Projects
The We Jladstone Ornamental Grounds Committee met at Memorial Wall on Monday with large attendance. They discussed a Travelling Memorial Fountain at Treeylve Park and the use of a band hall, plus repairs to the pavilion at Heart Grounds and pavilion front refle.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
We Jladstone Ornamental
B.H.A
Maceleke
Brawn
Hsart
Meeris Evaue
Delkar Wei
Arbor park funding and timber needs prompt immediate work
Mt Deleat reports on Tresylea Park arbor and the need for new timber to complete the job. A decision to procure venue and finish the work immediately is taken. Committee members Cook Deobie and Warren seek approval and resignations arise. financials show receipts 478, expenditure £31 19s, balance £61 7s 11d.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mt Deleat
Osen
Warren
Meanra Kumnick
Flarvis
Evace
Osman
Fonda
Alcoholism in Dry America and Prohibition's Dark Side
A 1919 look at Alcoholism in the United States cites New York public welfare notes on rising alcoholism. It cites London Morning Telegraph figures showing high alcohol treatment violence, and notes that Prohibition efforts face bootlegging, smuggling, and corruption as wealthy patrons access wine and spirits, fueling police and social ills.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Department of Public Welfare
New York
Washington
Roe
Godard
Great Britain
Chlopele
U.S.A
Re. Flymouth
America
Doug Stale
Correspon dence on party divisions and labor split notes
The document discusses tensions between the Conservative and Labor parties, noting a 30 to 40 vote spread and a division over district arrangements. It mentions officials in Buckfield and references the secretary’s authority and the reliability of preexisting party claims. It hints at statements by Labor members in Blaney.
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Boamconll
Labor Party
Blaney
Dodge Car for Hire at Day and Night
Dodge car for hire available around the clock with contact Bennett Gladetone. Phone 26. Offers camera film paper and photographic supplies at Lanthall's.
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Dodge
Bennett
Gladetone
Lan+ thall'a
Political Meeting in Quorgetown District Rally
News letter from Quorgetown dated March 10 describes a political gathering in the District Sell. Dawse and Joe Buahen appear, outlining Liberal Youley and opposing party platforms. The event includes a speech by Henry Barwall Hue, a discussion of Premier likely, and a lively audience with questions and follow-up plans. A Day of St Patrick’s events with mass, dance, supper, and community organization followed the program.
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Ingley
Joseph
Fedveation Sr
Dawse
Joe Buahen
Youley
Mary
Raainaliere
Mo Nisbolla
Pramiar
Henry’ Barwall
Cohen
Goubtiai
Guy
Theses
Manry
Barwall
South Australia
Anthusian
Sally Natried
Patrich
Muir
Saby
Wwe
Tii Ladige
le Sham
Agricul Buccan
Duc- F Kae
Mod
Timacrad
Ware Bald
Danan McCunsmed
Mr Bac
Air Yas
Gordon
Soatinina
Typ Hors
Macdigton
McDurmad
Ous
Jumpanon
Arcu
Kode Appar
Prohibition Across Atlantic Deemed A Complete Fiasco
The London Morning Post brands prohibition a complete fiasco. It failed to curb liquor use, instead raising costs and danger. Americans pivot to strong substitutes, including wood alcohol dangers, while legality shifts sparking cynicism in many citizens. The piece cites observers on broader social impact.
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Atlantic
London “Morning Post
Warren's Wertens Offers Pizta and Household Goods
An unusual ad-like item promotes pizza and household necessities at Warren's Wertens. It lists offers, pricing, and terms in a brief, promotional tone suggesting bargain options for local shoppers.
Port Adelaide Racing Club Meeting Recap
The Port Adelaide Racing Club held its Merch meeting with good fields and strong racing. New Cattle won the Seaton Trial Stakes with Princess Moghan second. Balaklava beat St Ality in the Sires Produce Stakes. Indian Lyric took the Sires Produce Stakes with Bright Pappy second. Earl Simon showed form in the Cove Handicap, with Stage Queen and Ras Simon also placing in the day’s events.
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Port Adelaide Racing Club
Princess Moghan
Homedier
Gambaia
St. Ality
Duke
Huja
Indian Lyric
Bright Pappy
Drimdena
Socratea
Amberoid
Royal Rip
St Chase
Jolly Tinker
Tallow
Alepeki
Lady Nalles
Strzelecki King
Cove
Earl
Oakbank
Gamba
Ben
Port
Adelaide
Gambais
Ills
Uriah
Mambray Lord
Band of Hope meeting promotes temperance referendum
A crowd in Gladsome district heard Band of Hope members and guests urge support for a referendum on prohibition. Speakers cited temperance history, warned against saloon pressures, and urged April 6 as the vote date. Parish events, a national anthem, and greetings framed the program.
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Greed
Wan Bold
Gladsope
Jane
Edie Winkler
Aleu
Aurion
United Bites
Drs
B. E. Linge
Movieg
Spesken
A. P. Greig
Gladstone R31 Luncheon Supports Free Evening Event
A Gladstone R31 report notes a luncheon and free evening program organized by a committee led by Mr F Rock. Secretaries and members are coordinating for a town event, with planners embracing a ticketless approach to the program and urging attendance at upcoming MC A events.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
F. Rock
Memrs
Buckenara
Mae
McA
Trosting Moonthations Nominations Withdrawn
A garbled report notes nominations were withdrawn amid confusion at a local event. The piece mentions a stake or stall and a doubtful outcome, with no clear names or places readable.
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Dear
St Eg
House of Assembly
Weary Barwell
Mr. B. D. Nicholle
Snowtown
Wallaroo
Bedaloa
Gladstone
Guinare
Redhill
Bumbunga-Lochiel
Robinson Gars
Spalding
Gannar
Mx Robinson
Suya
United
Glow
Sass
St. Patrick's Day
Conotey Party
Abe Labens
Stani
Sporting News
Crystal Brook Baoea
The
Crystal
Brook Baong Club
Tumeday
Atrial 7
Inl Mb
Daible Master
Ail Treamaz
Arkes, Sa
All Tei
Wet
Choldantoe Aanaioy
Shane
Ell
Fen Weber
Setitled
King Ey ‘Fiylig Bandicep
Derrerar
Wom Ocellin Bagy
Tina Pein Aleytee
Henry Worrall
Leesturer
Booleroa
Ray B. Howland
Shelladd
Dome i Bhab Bayan
Mrekeasishe
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Ceokhya
Thorsten West
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