02 Aug 1915
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Newspaper
Warwick Examiner And Times
Location
Warwick, Queensland, Australia
Date
Aug 02, 1915
Page
1
In response to questions about high cattle prices at the Werishame sale, Minister for Lahde ML Hunter said dealers profits were discussed. One firm reportedly sold about 000 head to 4/8 per head, with 700 on a sale and 11/6 withdrawals. Remaining stock showed prices advancing and a strong market, aided by a rare 12/ rise context.
The Allora Progress Association held its annual meeting on Monday night at the Town Hall. The president J T Muir presided. the secretary read the annual report noting strong activity over the year including a government train shed renewal and a successful financial statement. £10 was voted to the secretary and £10 for a patriotic celebration on August 2.
Fragmentary text lists names and places without clear events or context. It mentions UMM and several individuals such as Abernethy, Alan Warmer, and Mae, but provides no coherent action, date, or outcome to summarize.
A lively social gathering featured a stage show with clowns and a rain-affected afternoon at the Hoosacaat hub. Attendees enjoyed dancing in a new ballroom, refreshments by local committees, and a charity sale with tabled wares while reports note a moderate turnout due to heavy rain and ongoing attractions.
The notice outlines a grand Art Union with four prize categories and many rewards. Prizes include a gold watch and silver items presented by local sponsors. The listing emphasizes donations and participation, noting ticket and attendance expectations for a large audience.
The article reports a Sydney boxing title fight ending in a 20 round draw with the American challenger defeated by points. It notes attendances and a stadium venue. It also covers Ipswich defeating Warwick in league play with Kelley scoring and Warwick’s lone try, detailing player performances and match flow.
The Labour Conference discussed wartime income tax exemptions with proposals for a gradual tax scale. Some backed higher exemptions, others urged a minimum, while the Prime Minister warned against premature publication of the scaled rates. Officials projected revenue near 5 million, with debate over personal and family exemptions and how age and income would affect taxation.
A partial OCR note describes a nighttime social with attendees including individuals likely from a store or organization. The readable fragment mentions a game, a visit by visitors, and general entertainment but lacks clear names, places, or outcomes.
The cabinet resumed after a racial investigation into recent elections. A candidate allegedly offered 10,000 yen to keep a rival out of the field, amid reports of political bribery and voter manipulation shaping the outcome.
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