Blenheim quake shock and court fines in New Zealand
A slight earthquake was felt at Blenheim at 11 46 last night. In Masterton, Mary White and Henry Edelston were fined five pounds plus costs for keeping liquor in a no notice area. Defence authorities report first appointment examinations postponed to September. Trinity Congress Committee backs citizen army plank for Social Democratic Party. In Invercargill, twelve women faced by law for wearing protruding hairpins in tramears. seven fined, others dismissed. In Auckland, city traffic supervision by police offered at 750 per year. tramways control to be restored to the council. Police inquiries in Papeete concern Nellie Donohue who left Dunedin to join the Aorangi for San Francisco with a child aboard.
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Auckland Press Association
Minister of Justice
Auckland
Public Works Department
Union 8.8
Papeete
Misa Nellie Donohue
Donaghue
Dunedin
Wellington
San Francisco
Press Association
News Briefs From Ashburton and Beyond
Mr C J Harper returns to Ashburton by the second express from the north today. A London cable reports W Smith of Wellington has passed Part 1 of Section 3 of the Institute of Activities examination. The Methodist Conference at Brisbane appoints Dr Brown to represent Australasia at the English centenary next year. A Dennedin Press Association message notes the death of ex-Sergeant Conn aged 69, West Coast pioneer and former police officer who passed four years ago.
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C. J. Harper
Ashurton
London
W. Smith
Wellington
Institute of Activvties
Methodist Conference
Brisbane
Dr. Brown
Australasia
Denedin Press Association
Sergeanit Conn
West Coast
J J. Seddon
Dominion
Extreme frost snaps season as temperatures plunge
The terrestrial thermometer registered 114 degrees of frost last night causing pumps and water pipes to freeze across the area. Mr Bates forecast today calls for easterly winds, cold mist, and hard frost with glass falling slowly.
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Bates
Grey Seat Candidates Named for Grey District
Grey Mouth June 14 Mr Michael Hannan county chair is announced as the Opposition candidate for the Grey seat. Mr A L Michel of Hokitika has been asked to stand as the Reform Party candidate for the seat.
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Greymouth
Michael Hannan
Nun
Grey
A. L. Michel
Hokitika
Reform Party
Cargo Pillaging Case At Magistrate Court
Wellington reports that on June 13 at the Magistrate's Court three men were convicted of cargo pilfering aboard the steamer Paparoa. John Charles Gandray was fined £3 and costs while Thomas Ouion and Emil Seager were each fined £4 and costs for stealing articles of mercer from two cases.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Weelington
Vicious Horse Injures Six at Auckland Saleyards
At Auckland and Sous saleyards TLuperin became fractious while being exercised for potential buyers and knocked down six men. William Patterson was trampled after a collision, while John Delaney and J Warters suffered serious injuries and were taken to hospital. Patterson’s condition feared grave. Delaney and Warters injuries not serious.
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Auckland
Tluperin
William Patterson
John Delaney
J. Warters
Patterson
Delaney
Balkans Hope Arbitration Leads to Peace
The article from June 18 reports that the Balkans general hope rests on acceptance of arbitration to secure peace, reflecting cautious optimism amid regional tensions. The piece cites statements from news agencies and diplomats about possible peaceful settlement through mediation.
Servia's Object Access to Afghan Sea
It states that Serbia seeks more than territory, aiming for commercial access to the Alpine Sea. This underpins Serb objections to Bulgaria taking Monastir and areas west of the Vardar.
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St,. Petersburg
Alpean Sea
Bulgaria
Monastir
Vardar
Belgrade Suggests Bulgaria Cut Troops to One Fourth
Belgrade on June 12 reports a government note asking Bulgaria to reduce troop levels to one fourth to ease regional tension. The move reflects diplomacy amid ongoing regional strain and calls for de-escalation.
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Belgrade
Bulgaria
Mortality on the Rand Reflected in Medical Shortfalls
The Government Director of Native Labour reports severe inadequacy in Rand mine medical services. Doctors skip night visits. mine hospitals see them for one hour daily. Native patients are examined at about one per minute, prompting a call for government action.
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Johannesburg
Rand
Compulsory Military Training Sparks Global Debate
At the Peace Congress in London on June 13, New Zealander Herbert Carter denounced penalties in the antipodes under the compulsory military system as shameful and un British. Mr Sellars described his son's imprisonment as part of the protest, and a resolution deploring ongoing prosecutions of lads in Australia and New Zealand was carried.
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London
Herbert Carter
Sellars
Australia
New Zealand
Maudlin sentiment in London on empire defence
The Atlantic Union hosted a banquet at the Criterion Hotel for Hon. T. Mackenzie. He urged welcoming overseas visitors and warned against maudlin sentiment that doubts military training. He said Britain must defend the empire with every part contributing.
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London
Atlantic Union
T. Mackenzie
Criterion
Mackenzie
Britain
Argentine Minister Avoids Intervention Over Meat Market
The Minister of Agriculture to Anglo Argentine meat companies' complaint says he will not intervene now but will act if new facts show harmful combinations. He notes possible steps to protect industrial freedom and prevent monopoly in English markets.
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Buenos Ayres
Airship Lands Safely After Maiden Flight Glitch
London June 12. An airship from Astra Works France reached 1000 ft on its maiden Farnborough trip when a mechanism flaw caused a rapid drop. Ballast was released and landing ropes deployed by a crew of hundred bine jackets, avoiding a collision with a shed. seronauts landed safely.
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London
Astra
France
Farnborough
Money Market Threatened by Public Hoarding Says Consul General
Herr Oppenheimer the British Consul General at Frankfurt warns that nervous savers hoarding funds since the Moroccan crisis endangers Germanys international boom. Banks hold larger reserves while wages are paid in small notes and Post Office cheques are promoted to relieve pressure.
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London
Herr Oppenheimer
Frankfurt
Germany
Reichebank Ia
German loan drives fail to attract subscriptions
Berlin reports that £2,500,000 imperial loans and £4,700,000 Prussian four percent loans are weak issues with about half the amounts subscribed. The Vossische Zeitung estimates total subscriptions at £8,000,000.
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Berlin
Vossische Zeitung
Wandsworth By Election Results Compare Unionist and Labour Votes
The Wandsworth by election outcome shows Samuel leading Unionist with 18 425 votes and H Wilson Labour with 7 088. In the general election Sir H Kimber Unionist had 15 164 and J Fairbairn Independent 10 558. The contest centered on Welsh Disestablishment and Home Rule.
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London
Wandsworth
Samuel
H. Wilson
Labour
H. Kimber
J Fairbairn
Government oil policy debated over naval supplies
The Daily Chronicle protests any influence from Lord Murray of Hirbain on the Government’s plan to consider vendors for naval oil from the Mexican Eagle and other firms. The Standard notes Oil Company is American, Shell Transport Dutch, Mexican Eagle British controlled, and urges Admiralty to develop Empire oilfields under its own management.
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London
Churchill
Mexican Eagle
Daily Chronicle
Lord Murray of
Hirbank
Lord Cowdray
The
Standard. Oil Company
Shell Transport Company
Chronicle
Admiralty
Impire
Shell ‘Transport Company
Trinidad
Canada
New Zealand
Carson calls Scots to arm for rights defense
Sir Edward Carson urged Scots to arm themselves to resist moves against elementary citizenship. He warned that if violence followed his speeches he was willing to take responsibility, valuing honour and conscience over the Privy Councillor oath.
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London
Edward ‘Carson
Glasgow
American Yacht Columbia Detained in Closed Port
The American yacht Columbia was detained at Nogahima on June 13 for entering a closed port, per Par Press. Association-Copyright. Received June 14 8.16 a.m.
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Press Association
Per Press Association
Par Press
Association—Copyright
Columbia
Nogahima
Marconi Committee Report Clears Ministers and Newspapers
The Marconi Committee reports exonerating ministers from conflicting duties and condemns unfounded newspaper charges. It says Sir Rufus Isaacs and Viscount Elibank made no corrupt purchases. A minority report by Lord Robert Cecil accuses Isaacs of grave impropriety and suggests Lloyd George and Viscount Elibank face possible censure.
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London
Marconi Committee
Sir Rufus Isaacs
Viscount Elibank
Robert Cecil
Lloyd George
Marconi Company Profits and Warship Wireless Fitments
The Marconi Company reports profits for the year at 24400 pounds with a 10 percent dividend declared and 9100 pounds carried forward. Excluding warships, 1700 vessels have been fitted with wireless apparatus.
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London
Marconi Company
Holman to Reconstruct New South Wales Ministry
The Hon. W. A. Holman, set to succeed Mr McGowen as State Premier, will likely take the portfolios of Chief Secretary and Attorney-General. It is expected that Mr McGowen will join the Ministry.
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Sydney
W. A. Holman
McGowen
Holman
Federal election hinge on Hume seat outcome
Sydney June 14 The final Hume result could decide the stability of the Federal Government. If Sir William Lyne wins, government remains in office. if not, resignation follows. Lyne’s health may prevent parliamentary attendance, leaving both sides evenly divided and reliant on negotiation. Counting delay stemmed from verifying absent votes before tallying.
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Sydney
Hume
Sir William Lyne
William Lyne
Ballarat Seeks Recount Amid Poll Irregularities
Ballarat requests a recount after numerous complaints about poll conditions in several electorates. Officials warn of potential trouble as irregularities are investigated and votes are reviewed.
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Ballarat
Opposition Leader's Views on Labour Tarnish Election Hope
Mr Cook speaking to the Women's Liberal League declared Labour a minority of one and said Labour power is scotched. He urged Liberals to stay ready for a fair fight, warning the electoral system must be overhauled for the next election to ensure a level field and no favour.
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Cook
Women’s Liberal League
Labour
Australia
Bar Room Tragedy Inquest Returns Suicide Verdict
In Sydney inquest into Speed who tried to shoot Clinton in a hotel bar and then shot himself, Clinton testifies that Speed ordered mud cleaned from boots. Speed pressed for a drink. when refused a shooting followed. Publican notes Speed spent most of a £109 cheque since May 28. Speed held a passage to England. verdict is suicide.
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Bydney
Speed
Steed
Clinton
England
Drover Gleeson Dies in Anthrax Case
Melbourne reports the death of Gleeson, a drover and anthrax patient, as of June 14 10.6 am.
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Melbourne
Gleeson
Warship wrecked near Alcouhemas amid Moor raid
On June 13 the Spanish warship General Coucha was wrecked near Alcouhemas after a fusillade from about 1000 Moors, killing thirty of ninety crew members who were caught on the slopes.
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Gibraltar
Coucha
Alcouhemas
Winter Show at Ashburton Poultry Society Opens Its Big Event
The Winter Show drew a fair crowd with the Ashburton Temperance Brass Band performing at the entrance. Day one gate takings reached £12 14s, down from last year, as exhibitors and country visitors filled the venue and a prize draw for the Ha katsre Club gold nugget loomed tonight.
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Ashburton Temperance Brass Band
Temperance Brass Band
Hakatere Club
Ashburton Poultry Show Highlights Strong Entries
Utility classes draw large, competitive entries with many birds in fine condition. Silver Wyan Dottes and White Leghorns lead open breeds while canaries and pigeons also impress judges. Cats and pets classes show high quality specimens and well cared for animals, including a white rabbit pair winning pets.
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Ashburton
Canaries
Prize list from winter show including dogs and dairy items
The document lists award winners in multiple classes of the winter show. Dogs cover collies and terriers with names like Hoss Pearce Ireland and J Crawford, while other sections itemize prizes for butter, ham, honey, preserves, jams, and baked goods with numerous entrants such as Miss A Suttie, Miss A McDowell, Mrs Hooper, and Mr J Studholme.
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T. Eliott
M. “Sparrow
MM. Kerr
V.b.c
M.withell
Percy
M.willers
Allen
H.e
E. Mawson
M. Withell
MF. Willers
I. McClurg
M. Rule v
Mra RB. JL
Wilson
S.R. Boag
AL Suttie
R. Terris
T. Wilson
W. J. Moses
Garton
A.W Morgan
Tf. Doherty Veh
Capon Bros
T. Doherty
J. R. Begg
Y.h.c
W. Langdon
Nicoll Bros
WJ. Moses
T. Buckley
J.-P. White
P. Doherty
Doherty Poand
Jas. Bishop
W. Withell
W. Ashton
J. Holland
C. W. Withell
OCW
Withell
F. Tally
Bland
V.h.e
Curtis
Aberdeen
T. Buckley I
F. Moses
J. Burgesa
Imperial
Green Globe
W. J.-Moses
Eland
Oakley Bros
A. Curtishe
T. Doherty c
A. Letham
W.h.e
J. Burgess and Sons
Canterbury
Mangolds
Wood Bros
J. Stewart
Mangelds
Canterbury Trozen Meat Company
Nationa Mortgage and Agency Company
New Zealand
Co-operative Association
Weed Bros
J. Bishop
A. A. Lloyd
B. A. Lloyd
H. A. Lloyd
Huta. Lloyd
Bishop
H. A. Lieyd
J.bishop
Garder
J. Grige
F. Bishop
D. Moore
R. Moore
Borough
T. Andritt
L., Grice
Tinwald
L. Phaup
H.c
G. Boyle
Oe. i
J.tucker
Ll’ Ans
T. Nicolt
A. Glarke
R. Hill
J. H. Packer
W. Blackseld
Collie
Hoss
Pearce
L. Taylor
T. Drenmin
C. HH
Ireland
W.J. Sibrock
S. Nuns
J. Crawford
J. C. Doig
R. A. Fleming
H. Horton
B. R.kidd
BP. Cookson
C.G. Ingell
Cool- Jan and Dobbs
M. Walsh
B.c
A. Suttie
C Stormer
A. Body
A. Long
G. Hefford and Co
New Zealand Farmers’, Cooperative Association
New Zealand Farmers’ Co-operative Association
HE. Reed
Loney-he
Hooper
T. Hooper
Flepper T
Rand
J. “el
Allen's
T., Hooper
A. McDowell
J. A. Sheridan
A.mcdowell
W. McClure
McClure
W.P. Oakley
J. Studholme
J. Stmtholne
Miss A. McDowell
J. Stutholme
Nisa A. McDowell
M. Moriarty
Misa M. Moriarty
F. Hooper
V.luc
Severe fighting near Ceuta reported by Tangier officials
Tangier reports severe fighting near Ceuta on June 13. Moors repulsed after eight Spanish officers and 100 men were killed or wounded. Getta, a fortified Spanish post on the Moroccan coast opposite Gibraltar, is noted.
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Tangier
Ceuta
Getta
Morocco
Gibraltar
Governor’s powers rescind Brisbane boxing license ruling
The Governor in Council rescinded resolutions granting a stadium erection license at South Brisbane and authorising boxing contests at Palace Gardens. Churches and other bodies had strongly opposed the licenses.
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Brisbane
South Brisbane
Palace Gardens
Shefket Pasha Murder and New Grand Vizier Appointed
In Constantinople on June 13, about 150 arrests were reported including Salih Pasha former aide de camp General Hadi and Circassian Nazim Pasha. Prince Said Halim's appointment as Grand Vizier was made permanent.
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Constantinople
Salih Pasha
General -Hadi
Nazim Pasha
Said Halim
Privy Council Hears Kauri Timber Tax Case
In London on June 12 the Privy Council heard the Kauri Timber Company versus the Commissioner of Taxes. Judgment was reserved as the respondent was not called.
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London
Privy Council
Kauri Timbar Company
Commissioner of Taxes
West Australian Banquet Highlights Trans-Continental Railway Bid
At the West Australian banquet Secretary of State for the Colonies Lewis Harcourt announced renewal of Sir Newton Moepra as Agent General. He called the Trans-Continental Railway a major event for years, expected to foster unity and communication and aid defence per Lord Kitchener's recommendation.
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London
Lewis Harcourt
Newton Moepra
Burglar Allan Main Convicted of Murder in Manly Laundry Case
Sydney reports Allan Main found guilty of murdering Overton, proprietor of a Manly laundry, with a mercy recommendation citing his youth. Defense pleads insanity. Main sentenced to death.
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Sydney
Allan Main
Overton
Manly
Prominent Aviator Killed in Joy Ride Flight
New York reports Andrew Drew, pupil of Orville Wright, fell 200 feet in a burning biplane and died after failing to test the craft first. He invited his partner for a joy ride but was turned down for dinner. Jo Drew led the Aviators Association of America, formed to promote safe flight.
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New York
Andrew Drew
Orville Wright
Drew
Jo Drew
Aviators’ Association of America
Assassination Plot Suspects Still At Liberty
A report notes Shefket Pasha ignored a prior warning of execution and refused security precautions. Arrested men are deemed mere instruments, while the real authors remain at large. It is believed the plot targeted leading ministers.
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Constantinople
Shefket Pasha
Millionaire and Wife Die in Suspected Gas Tragedy
Geneva reports a well known millionaire and his wife died by their own hand in a Zurich villa. Servants found gas in the bedroom with windows sealed, causing a sensational death in their splendid home.
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Geneva
Zurich
Registration Cancelled of Transport Workers Federation
Justice Heydon cancelled the registration of the Transport Workers Federation after finding it had been obtained by misrepresentation. The Railway Employees and Locomotive Engine Drivers Association supported objections against the federation’s registration. The decision highlights that registration procured by deceit cannot stand.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sydney
Railway Employees’ and ‘ Locomotive Engine Drivers’ Association
Justice Heydon
Transport. Workers Federation
Heir to £200000 left by Froelich Hingley named
New York June 18 Dr Hingley of Wellston Ohio is notified as heir to 200000 pounds sterling left by Charles Froelich Hingley. The sum was loaned to Froelich 140 pounds a quarter century ago to finance an engineering college enrollment.
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New York
Hingley
Wellston
Ohio
Charles Froelich
Froelich
Baxter's Lung Pre- Rerver testimonials urge relief
A letter promises thousands have found relief with Baxter's Lung Pre- Rerver and asserts it cures coughs with immediate relief in most cases. The note urges readers to buy a bottle at 1s 10d today.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Baxter
The Murderers at Bay Siege at Pera Drives Figures From House
Troops surround a British subject’s house in Pera where Zia Bey, alleged assassin of Shetkat Pasha, and accomplices seek refuge. A fusil lade fires. Zia Bey wounds Lieutenant Elmi and Magistrate Samuel Hffendi. It is believed Zia Bey is mortally wounded as the siege continues.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Constantinople
Pera
Zia Bey
Shetkat Pasha
Zia
Eilmi
Samuel Hffendi
Zin
Death Toll Rises From Bristol Channel Submarine Explosion
Another crew member of Submarine IG has died from injuries after an explosion aboard the vessel in the Bristol Channel last Sunday. The incident raises the death toll as officials confirm the loss.
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Lontion
Bristol Channel
Constable McPherson Cleared in Barracks Shooting Case
The charge of drunkenness against Constable McPherson related to the recent shooting at the Police Barracks was dismissed.
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Melbourne
McPherson
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Mary White
Henry Edelston
Trnity
Aip
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Roto Roa Island
Balkans
Servia
Abghan Sea
Association
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Politics
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Sir Edward Carson
Per Presa Association—Copyright
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Japan
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Marconi Profits
NLS
W. Politics
MR Holman
Federal Elections
Liberal Party
Poultry Society
A. A. Loyd
W. A. Patterson
B.G. Crisp
Leversedge
H.G. Crisp
Crisp
J. S. Woods
T. E. Upton
Woods
Rennie and
Meikle
T. BE. Upton
W. B. O. Ferguson
Rennie
Reddecitfe
V.i.c
R. D. Gible
Besig
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Privy Council Appeal
Trans-Continental Railway
Millionaire
Pune
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