18 Jul 1917
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Newspaper
Warwick Examiner And Times
Location
Warwick, Queensland, Australia
Date
Jul 18, 1917
Page
1
The report details fruit and poultry pricing, beef and mutton markets, and a wide range of commodities. It lists price ranges for cattle, fowls, hams, venison, and fish, with emphasis on weight and grade, noting demand and market weakness.
A historical account describes government maneuvers and public reaction over film screening rules and licensing. Officials contemplate a tightened regime to curb perceived indecency, with authorities asserting film imports and local showings must meet new standards amid protests and financial implications.
Ambiguous OCR text references a campaign promotion related to Washington. It mentions an ensign, a former official, and a condemnation or convention context. The fragmentary item suggests political promotion, with unclear names and actions due to transcription errors.
An unclear text fragment discusses church schools and their role in the community. It mentions terms like faith, governance, and secular influence, questioning how religious education integrates with public life, and references expectations for higher levels of church leadership and social atmosphere.
A garbled OCR note reflects a memorial page praising a Catholic figure, mentioning Roman Catholic and Protestant tensions, a tribute to a pious leader, and questions about future remembrance at a church gathering. It reads like a partial obituary with undefined names and mixed religious contexts.
The narrative centers on racing figures and events in Australia and Melbourne, mentioning Lord Victoria, King’s Fate, and notable trainers. It notes debates over importation, wagering funding, and public support, with references to bookmakers and notable local figures shaping the racing landscape. The piece blends race commentary with political and social context surrounding equestrian sports.
In a fragmentary political voice the piece mocks debates amid wartime strain, mentioning schools, cities, and figures, with tangled lines about motives and plans. It hints at public discourse and private motives under pressure, reflecting confusion in a troubled era.
An unclear fragment references a minister and the British government. The readable items mention a governor and a named official, suggesting a formal notice or memo. Details on action, date, or outcome are not clear in the text.
Fragments from a billiards tournament round two show Abood defeating Donoghue and Melanes beating Cradley while Callies and Abed face off, with further unclear pairings and scores due to garbled OCR.
Local notes report social gossip about Mrs. Aunand in Warwick for a Maryvale wine event and several visitors returning from Warwick, Trinbane, and Armidale. A wedding is noted for Miss Marjorice William, daughter of J. William, who was married at St Change's Church. The Australasian Comforts Club hosts a fundraising meeting with members speaking of wartime aid and charitable efforts.
The report notes a church service at Mount Chorehy Povey with a varied schedule including Preacher Ray, Mrnest Win and local congregants. It mentions communion at Altconia and a sermon led by Graeh the Avuhbishop of Bein.
A fragmented notice details a farewell social for Fevestons and a town council meeting at 40 o clock. It mentions stock transfers, land prospects by the Queen, and the Warwick community seeking arrangements with local figures. The garbled text references meetings, auctions, and property dealings in Arion Haterday and nearby areas.
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