Spirit of Inquiry in Christmas Essay Exalts Christian Morality
The piece argues that critical inquiry, not dogma, furthers truth and defends Christianity’s moral core. It cites Seeley and Arnold, contrasts morality with philosophy, and extols Christ’s simplicity and the Golden Rule as central to civilised nations and humane progress.
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John Rugkin
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Curly Cutting to Box Soldier Fritzgibbong at Empire Gardens
Local fight arrangement set for Saturday night at Empire Gardens between Curly Cutting who defeated Soldier Fritzgibbong and Plugger Parkey a leading local amateur. They meet for a side wager with a three four houses share in the proceeds.
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Parkey
Empire Gardens
Early Communion Will Adjusted For Cantn Adame Illness
In consequence of Cantn Adame illness the early Communion will be held at 8 30 instead of 8 a m on Sunday morning. The Bishop will oversee the other services at the usual times. The public is notified.
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Cantn Adame
Walter Brittain Birthday Party Hosted By Family Friends
About 50 friends gathered at Lanceter to celebrate Walter Brittain’s 21st birthday with parlor games a short magical program and a gala dinner. Guests included R Cornish BE Campbell A Thorson Boulter Walter Brittain and Miss Tweedie among others with toasts to the honoree the ladies and the chair man. The host Mr W Britain and Rev Fellows presided over the festive event.
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Gamble
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KE. Campbell
Tweedie
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Bessie
Gracie Brittain
Explosion in Park Near Taft Visit Is Private Feud Incident
In New York on December 26 an explosion near a hotel followed President Taft's ball route. Initially treated as an assassination attempt, authorities later said the blast was unrelated to the president's visit and stemmed from a private feud between two rivals.
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Taft
Terrific gales lash English Channel ships in distress
London reports fierce gales in the English Channel causing heavy damage to vessels. The Narrung, sailing between England and Australia via South Africa, sent a wireless distress call twenty miles north of Ushant requesting aid. The German owned Negada responded and rushed to assist, as water filled Narrung’s hold.
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English Channel
England
Australia
South Africa
Ushant
The Shipping Dispute Intervenes Judge Higgins
Melbourne last night Judge Higgins was asked to intervene in a dispute between shipmasters and shipowners over Arbitration Court awards. The High Court may set aside the awards, but Higgins said he cannot act as the dispute lies within a single state.
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Arbitration Court
High Court
Justice Higgins
NSW and Victoria cricket match ends in close draw
The interstate cricket fixture between New South Wales and Victoria continued with both teams posting scores. Notable moments include multiple batsmen dismissed by Massie and Ryder, while Seitz and Baring remained not out in Victoria's second innings as play concluded.
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Victoria
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Minnett
Emery Canon
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Carroll
Moore
Rannford
Ryder
Cody
Armstrong
Baring
Seitz
Waddy
Trumper
Carkeek
McNaughton Minnett
Matthews
Barnes
She Collins
Arnott
Volkard
McNaughton
Massie
McKew
Dundee Disaster Claims Four Child Lives In Debris
A jute factory fire in Dundee on Christmas Eve caused £10,000 damage. After fumes were extinguished a warehouse wall collapsed demolishing a stableman's house. The stableman's wife was rescued. four children aged for Christmas stockings were buried in the debris and died of suffocation.
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Debrig
Dundee
King George Recovered From Illness
The official announcement confirms that King George has recovered from his recent indisposition, ending concerns about his health and allowing royal duties to resume.
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George
Perth Racing Wrap Details Courtside Yule Cup Contenders
Perth last night featured Florabel in the Stakes as Swagger impressed finishing fourth after a bold move. Dueler and Maori Lad are noted for Derby and Railway Stakes chances while Saturate and Florabel loom in the Railway. Maiden Plate results list Werenda Native Heath Worrough. Highweight Weeman Stacy Bee. Eprom winners Golden Orb Veracious Drusilla. Perth Cup betting shows Sparkle at 7-1, Dueler and Maori Lad 14-1 with Artesian and Renegade.
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Weeman
Stacy Bee
Golden Orb
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Aioe
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Sparkle
Doeler
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Renegade
Bonar Law tariff reform gains little from NZ press
The Daily Chronicle says New Zealand papers offer no encouragement for the Unionist tariff reform. The Cape Times criticizes Bonar Law for proposing reciprocal preferences in a way that effectively dictates terms to the Colonies and makes agreement unlikely.
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Daily Chronicle
New Zealand
Bonar Law
Unionist Party
Cape Times
Great Britain
Church Services at St. Pauls Cathedral on Sunday
Holy Communion at 8 30 a m Matins and Sermon at 1 p m Evening service and Sermon at 7 30 p m Morning service at 11 a m with Haggar and hig Meggage Anthem by the choir led by Rev H E Weevers.
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H. E Weevers
Accident In the Alp Mister Penfold Parachute Flight Over London
The famed aviator Mr Penfold parachuted from a balloon over London at about 3000 feet. He opened his parachute after a 500 foot drop, was swept by a three mile gale, but survived the perilous ascent without serious injury.
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London
Penfold
The Carlton Champ: Most Comfortable Galoon in Town
The Carlton earns fame as the town's most comfortable galoon, praised for its plush seating and inviting atmosphere. Patrons report a welcoming vibe, steady service, and a signature style that defines local leisure.
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Carlton
Free Gifts Night and Bunbury's Grand Programme at Lyric Theater
Next Monday at the Lyric Thed ig, Free Gifts Night joins a grand Bunbury programme. Features include A Persistent Lover, Arabican Treacher, The Resurrection of Nick Winter, The Matrimonial Agent, and a travel piece The Touraine. Dramatic and comic offerings promise sensational staging and shocks.
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Bunbury
Pathe
Atralian Gazette
All Parte
Commonwealth
Touraine
France
the Wey
Nick Winter
Agen
Prince
Wiffles
Empire Gardens Presents A B Drama So Near And Yet As Far
Empire Gardens tonight features a first run program headlined by Dolly Nicholson in So near and yet as far a tale of infatuation and obstacles. The bill includes The Smuggler Daughter of Anglesey with a dramatic capture at sea, Cupid's Leap Year Pranks, The Gentleman Banker, A Hobos Redemption and more. Fencker's Orchestra provides music along with the Topical Budget and other comedic pieces.
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Dolly Nichoson
Anglesey
B. and Ad Company
Vitagraph Co
Polidor
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Fencker
Sunday Night Show At The National Photo Play Co
The National Photo Play Co presents a Sunday night program with Evil Inheritance a drama and Battle Hymn of Republic Vita a drama Mackers Fishing Tragic Love Mbong Liga an Italian drama at their usual exhibition venue.
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Tragedy strikes Peak Hill camp on Christmas night
Police report a native named Toby from the Northern Territory was murdered in his Peak Hill camp while asleep on Christmas night. No clues yet identify the killer as authorities warn and investigate.
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Geraldton
Toby
Northern Territory
Peak Hill
Uneducated Women Valued Over Prospective Husbands
A terse note argues that many women lack education and would prefer a stable husband over potential future matches, reflecting a social bias in the era. The claim contrasts practical security with uncertain marriages and suggests gender roles shaping partnership choices.
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