Death of Sir Frederick Holder Saddens Officials
Profound regret sweeps Australia after the death of Sir Frederick Holder. Telegrams of sympathy pour in from the Speaker of the Queensland Assembly and other leaders. A state funeral service in Melbourne preceded a large cortege to Spencer Street station for a special Victorian Government train to Adelaide.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Melbourne
Albourne
Frederick Holder
Queensland Assembly
South Australia
Loyd
Bervica
Beld
Prendegast
Murray
W. Williame
Ar. Fisher
Senator Gould
John Forrest
Joseph Cook
Trane Olden
Flievett
Oyu Avetralian
Naval Brigade
Genera Hond
Slantey
Spencer Street
Messrs
Glymm and Groom
Commonwealth
Scuuator Gould
Senate
Mesare
Tragedy Near Albury As Child Burns To Death
A ten year old girl from Warwell Tatm near Albury was fatally burned yesterday after her clothes caught fire while she was tending bricks. John Gogh, a horse trainer, reportedly witnessed the accident and the incident is being investigated by local authorities.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sydney
John’ Gogh
Warwell Tatm
Albury
LAND SETTLEMENT UPDATE AT FARMERS AND SELDLEMS CONFERENCE
By day Sunday Spuallog harbor delegates heard Mr Moore minister for Lands say progress is made toward land reform. He noted 260000 acres designated from large estates and 230 new settlers placed, with government effort to improve land availability continuing.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ionic
Fapmeers
Moore
Mr. Moore
Beedon
Child One and a Half Dies After Fire Play Accident
In Randwick a tragic incident occurred when Annie Gunbley aged 18 months played with fire while under the care of an elder child. Her clothing caught flame and she suffered fatal injuries after a period of lingering illness following the accident.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sydney
Annie Gunbley
Randwick
Woman found dead in hut on bench near Bond
ParneLl, a 36 year old widow living in a hut at Bond, was found dead today from an overdose of methylated spirit to which she was addicted. An empty bottle lay near the deceased.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dane
Sydney
Maui
Parnell
Bond
Probable Candidates and Speaker Debate at Melbourne
In Melbourne on Sunday the race for speaker vacancy is outlined with candidates including G A Held Bruce Smith Sir John Quick Dr Carty Luton and McDonald wa Fowler among those named. The salary is £1100 plus members allowances and an additional expenditure noted.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Melbourne
G. A
Bruce Smith
John Quick
Carty Luton
Magisrs
McDonald Wa Fowler
Vhneclion
Asquith Defends Budget in Crowded London Meeting
The Sunday crowd at a Can Hon street Hotel heard Sir Asquith defend the Budget against bankers and merchants objections. He argued new revenue is needed for national defence and social reforms and rejected extortion or spoliation claims. He called the Budget a financial necessity amid a widening exchequer gap.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Defench
Anon
Asquith
Canhon-street
Lloyd George
Mr. Asquith
Yale
Printer Horsley Guilty Of Printing Indian Sociologist Libel
Arthur Fletcher Horsley a London printer was found guilty at the Old Bailey of printing and publishing the Indian Sociologist a pamphlet described as a scandalous and seditious libel against the government. He admitted payment by Krishnavarma though he claimed no acquaintance with his associates. Sentenced to four months imprisonment in the first division.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Condon
Dhingra
W. Wyilie
Old Bailey
London
Arthu Fletcher Horsley
Horsley
Krishnavarma
Foreign spies caught aboard battleship Bel larophon
Two foreigners were captured after attempting to photograph the engine room of the British battleship Bel larophon. They were apprehended at the South end, and their cameras and plates were confiscated.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
Bellarophon
South End
Building collapse in London kills twenty and injures many
A partially completed structure in St. Petersburg area collapsed during construction, killing twenty and injuring many. In related local matter a New Cross restaurant owner claims wine mislabeling caused losses. The wholesale supplier admitted Burgundy labeling error, and the firm’s appeal against a prior conviction was upheld by the County of London Sessions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
New Cross
Louston
West
Laat
Ned
Uncertain Memoir Notes on Tariff Protests and Press
A fragmentary passage discusses unanimity among American newspapers regarding protests against tariff reductions. It references Mr G W Smalley and a general expectation of duty cuts on essential goods, noting betrayed confidence and indignation. The text also includes unrelated, garbled quotes about a Tsar and a wife.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
G. W. ‘Smalley
America
Mag
Spain and Morocco Clash as Madrid Leaves Troops
Reports from London recount fierce fighting after Spanish troops departed Madrid with King Alfonso present. Civilians, including men and children, were injured during the withdrawal under tense scenes. The Times notes government plans to send troops to Melilla despite resistance, as further clashes erupt with heavy casualties reported on both sides.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Popton
Suday
Thea
Madrid
Yemen
Alfonzo
England
the Times
Melilla
London
Pierce
New French Ministry Formed Under Briand
Colonel Foxton on Australia Interview says compulsory military training likely at 18 and possibly 22 with a future move to maturity. He notes plans for officer exchange with the British Navy and mentions an unconditional offer of a Dreadnought or alternative. Foxton says Australia aims to contribute to naval supremacy and protect its trade routes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Foxton
Australia
London
Commonwealth
Uhl
King's Prize At Bisley Earns Burr 324 Score
London Sunday report notes Corporal Burr of the London Rifle Brigade winning the King's Prize with 324 points. Hopkins of Wales scored 319, a Canadian shooter 310, while McCalley of Australia failed to reach 100. Conferences among Scotch masters and men listed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bisley
London
Corporal Burr
Rif
E Brigade
Priza Ayith
Hopkins
Wales
McCalley
Australia
Debt relief for Holy Trinity Church progress noted
The Grange reports progress on clearing the Holy Trinity Church debt ahead of St Luke’s Day October 28. A grand ceremonial will mark the completion, reflecting energetic clergy and loyal support despite recent criticisms of the Church of England. The debt stood at £4000 when the Bishop’s visit began.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Orange
Grange
Holy Trinity Church
St. Luke's Day
Westminster Abbey
Church of England
Oran
Nation urged to adopt universal compulsory military training
Lyteelton Times notes in Christchurch that Empire Defence argues New Zealand should adopt a single system of compulsory military training. The paper asserts a healthy militia must be ready for the defense of the country and aligns this stance with the Prime Minister’s suggestion.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New Zealand
Dominion
Lyteelton Times
Christchurch
N.Z
Sheldon’s New Discovery for Coughs and Colds
Carlton reader reports relief from a severe cold after using Sheldon’s New Discovery for Coughs and Golds. The ad touts it as an unequalled preparation for coughs chest complaints and lung troubles sold in bottles at a price.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. FP
Frith
Drummond-street
North
Carlton
Vic
Pr. Sheldon
Amd
Prive, Jis Sd
Cyclists Collide in Road Crash During Spring Show Update
Adjutant Hill of the Salvalion army was badly fractured in a bicycle collision on the road. The Grange A and P Association has fixed September 22 for the spring show offering £75 in prize money. The event will feature poultry classes and pigeons, with extra sections added and receivers invited.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Adjutant Hill
Salvalion Army
On & Bicyelo
Cyelist
Grange A
P. Association
Dissatisfied Applicant Seeks Ballot After Land Board Rejection
Mrs. A Byrne of Bourbal protests a Land Board rule that withholds reasons for denying ballot access. The district voter has faced multiple rejections while seeking a 2% area home and Toora lease, despite improved finances. He now challenges why he was barred from the ballot again.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A. Byrne
Bourbal
Coonanble
Thas
Coonamble
Lim
Ayoonlouges
Byrne
The Busi Joker and a Local Strike Report
A humorous notion about a masquerade tiger joke circulates amid old tales of a wild beast on the South Coast. Reporters strike at Coonamble Council meeting delays and oddities of municipal discourse. An ad for Sander's Eucalyptus Extract touts its healing claims.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Braidwood Way
Ilan
Wereporne
Aidermen
Also Mentioned on This Page
New South Wales
Press Association
Wena
Sir Frederick Holder
Adbelaldis
Burnet
Clas
Idmtio
Brisbane
Percy Preeman
Champion
Aueldan
Leicester
Cable News
the Bodket
Sensibli
Anaon
Sumanty
Chinera
Haigius
Burgundy
Faoling
Tim
Woods
National Library of Australia
Spanisic
Cloudle
M. Briand
Glasgow
Carlton, Vic
Busi Joker
Sander
Bander
Wowden
Lercby
Muthurst
Dyordar
G. ML
Miller
Agout
Dr. Watters
M. Caples
Dentisi
William-street
Huglehy’s Sale
Edgleyw
Ladies’ Coats
E, Williams
Keppel-street
L. Winter
Howich ST
Bathurt
L. Winter's
Howick-street
Fampus Sunnyside
Corowa
Markview
Junee
Bathurst
Kent
Sea
Thos W Willvan
Jeweller & Opticiar
Williamst
Claude Bristow
Prasoi's
William & Howick Streets
Gee
Iwilliane-Streee
Bathuret
J. B. Kempthorne, L.D.S
Kingstraot
Branghes
Mittagong
Bowral
Vul
Marcidvillo
UYERS
Burton's
Sofala
Iasam
Cutler & Co
Cousins & CO
Auotionesys
P. F. Curtis
Residental Chambery
M.lp
Town Hall Volephone
APPLE
Posty
Jon Atlilan
Rome Bhauty
Cleopatra
Granit Smith
Snrgy Pantera
E. K. Wolsterholme
Monterella
F. Frieuson and Son
Hurstville
UTD
End Neers
Blacksmiths & Kronfounders
Bat Hurst
Mansenoy-Harrie Company
GMT and Bunting
Chaffautters
Alfa-Laval
Gream Saparatora
Polaon Garte and Fumidgator
THE
Aberdeen Lins
Durban
Capetown
Ply Moulle
Lusdon
Baloun
Cape and
Hurbay
Caps
Lund’s Line
Child
Dalgety & Co., Ltd
Aventy
Lud
Dulban
Capr
Wilcansin
Tong
Cobina
Aberdeen Line
Gilchrist, Watt, & Sanderson Ltd
Bent-street
Yorkshire
Bond-street
H. Cutler & CO
Aaaildren
Lorma
Wils Slade
Willism-stroat
Nla.gov
This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!