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Newspaper
The Areas Express
Location
Booyoolee, Victoria, Australia
Date
Nov 17, 1911
Page
2
D. J. Gordon secured a sweeping win in the Boothby by election last Saturday signaling momentum for the Liberal Union since its formation. The result drew statewide attention and reaction from the Federal Labor Party amid a Liberal versus Labor contest.
The piece argues South Australia rejects the U S influenced Labor government and endorses Mr Gordon as a strong Liberal representative. It credits the Liberal surge with resisting compulsory unionism and reflects on national concerns over industrial disputes and the federal referenda amid a broader policy shift away from radical Labor.
The piece argues against strict party loyalty and praises a middle or independent stance. It contrasts extremes with a liberal mindset open to ideas from both sides, emphasizing judicial temperament, broad perspective, and potential risks of party tropism for the Liberal party.
The group has been compelled to consolidate its forces against Conservative influence and rising progressivism. It plans to act as a beneficial steadying power to manage the split and maintain balance.
A trenchant critique argues the proposed Commonwealth Bank lacks public demand and expert oversight, risks federal overreach, burdens taxpayers, and clashes with private banks amid international finance concerns and political meddling claims. The piece questions the scheme's prudence, cost, and independence.
Gladstone prepares for the water rate collector’s half year visit on Thursday while Bagot Shakes and Lewis sell on behalf of the late G platon’s estate at Stone Hut on Wednesday. The Bagot Shakes & Lewis monthly market at Gladstone is set for Tuesday and the Vigilance Committee notes show railway yard concerns and a protest over water rate increases. The Thelma and Duryea photographers merge into Duryea Studios at 37a Rundle Street with new, improved facilities.
The largest and coolest venue in Adelaide on Rundle Street introduces Rembrant lighting and other fine effects. The amalgamated firm will be known as Thelma Doryea and is identified by its new setup and staff notes.
The District Councils meet Saturday November 11 with the chairman and five members present. Minutes read and confirmed. Correspondence includes rabbit destruction request, Crown Lands subsidy, AG Beresford on surveying, and Surveyor General on road close and sale. Overseer’s report discussed. motion to close and sell old Yangya road to H W Hughes carried. Paysheet and accounts approved. Also includes an unrelated 1890s medicinal advertisement for Sanders Extract.
The November 13 1911 meeting was attended by Mr T Kerin president and 23 others with apologies from Mr McDonald and Mr Cilento for absence. The treasurer Mr Davies read a balance sheet showing a credit of £10 9 4 and a bank credit of £14 2. The sub committee report on increasing prize money entrance fees and extending the prize list was carried. New member Mr Wm Ward of North Gladstone. Treasurer notes plots at Tresylva in order and thanks to Mrs Schluter and others for work on the show. Needs for manure sand and timber discussed and approved with free manure from Mr Connolly. Mr Travers donated timber and netting valued at 4/6. A rainmaker to be procured for Treaylon lawn. Regret at departure of Mr Ward of the National Bank.
Mesera Elder Smith & Co report cattle six yarded with few prime and better beef values. Sheep yarded 16,000 with prime wedders scarce and higher, exporters taking 6,000 at slightly lower values. Grasieres cautious due to feed and water shortage. Lambs 1,500 yarded with poor selection, exporters securing 470. Overall, 4,000 sheep and lambs sold.
Gladstone and Crystal Brook will meet at Gladstone Oval on Saturday afternoon. Gladstone's side is Edwards captain with Lee Morgan Kearney Medlin Adams Fuller Moore Cocker Travers and emergencies Cook Masters.
The report lists vote totals by subdivision with figures for Unley Norwood Mitcham and St Peters. It notes Gordon's majority of 2 024 and provides biographical sketches for David John Gordon and Labour candidate James Jelly including origins, education, career, and public service.
Mr. Wm. Escode of 107 Victoria St Christchurch New Zealand reports eight years of bilious attacks ended by Chamberlain's Tablets. He says not only did they ward off suffering but also saved the time and expense of a long sea voyage advised by his doctor. Sold everywhere.
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