Melbourne Hunt Club Races Highlight Tingley Steeplechase
At Melbourne June 4 the Melbourne Hunt Club hosted races with a large crowd. The Tingley Steeplechase winner was Waeteca with Quacap second and Whaka rewaca third, margins a half neck and a neck. A stewards inquiry into a fall led to suspensions for 12 months for dishonorable recticts.
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Australian cricketers named for South Africa tour
In Adelative on June 4 Clem Will said Roy Para had been selected for the Australian cricket squad bound for South Africa if Barbour cannot travel due to university studies. Park and Collins are contenders. Haelitt would be a nonstarter if not available, and a new bowler would need to be found.
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South Africa
Barbour
Lords Ground Centenary Celebrated in London
The Rest of England posted 442 for five wickets in a centenary match at Lords Ground. Dengiea's Howth Africa tea Haephreys wes Js. Fry scored 70 and Tarrant 26 but Barnes did not play. The King will attend the event.
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Lords
England
Dengiea
Howth Africa
Suffragette France Gordon Sentenced in Glaggen
In Lontion on June 24 suffragette France Gordon received a one year term at Glaggen after an attempted arson at Huthgren house. The prisoner rushed toward the courtyard firing a revolver but urged not to shoot and stated her act stemmed from the horrors of the white slave tirade. Authorities noted warnings given to pub hall owners about disturbances linked to the Women's Social and Political Union.
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Meat Exports Rise Under Corio Freezing Works Control
Melbourne reports Tastics Binet presented evidence from HH. J. Cooper of Sime Casper and Co exporters. Corio Freezing Works expanded exports from 13 088 sheep to 174 000 by 1913 and 1915. The firm sold meat via the London Produce Company and denied American involvement. Justice Street travels to Adelaide Saturday to continue testimony.
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Corio Freezing Works
London Produce Company
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Trate
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Paris Postal Strike Shuts Central Post Office
Paris workers halt dispatch as 500 police guard doors. Postmen block entrances using mailage and porter vans. minister's street appeal fails. About 100000 letters destined for Britain America and elsewhere remain held up. London also reports a separate note on astrology findings.
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Paris
Senate
Britain
America
Roberts defeats Nifter in London boxing match
Dal Roberts beat Young Nipper in 3% rounds of points in a London bout.
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London
Dal Roberts
Young Nipper
Affray in Papua Station Sparks Missionary Threat
Melbourne reports a telegram from Papua Administrator Kikori natives threatened to kill a Samosa missionary. They fired arrows at the missionary wounded two laborers and attacked two persons named William. Police responded with petrol and firearms as night disputes arose. Four priests were detained to explain the attack aimed at blood for christening a new canoe.
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Papua
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Lost liner Quebec salvage crew abandons dive efforts
Reports say salvage attempts to recover 80 bodies from the sunken ship Fortress of Ireland have ended after nine confidents with commander Forbes and divers from the warship. The death of Cosshoom on Sunday from a fall stops further diving for now though company salvage plans continue in principle.
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Ireland
Strife and Victory Reported as Forces Move in Durazzo
At the Prince's request the insurgents gain a two day armistice though Dutch officers disapprove. Government troops advance from the south and encircle six hundred insurgents near Luchina. After a sharp engagement government forces retreat and are ordered to embark on a steamer for Durazzo.
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Wilding Interviewed on Wimbledon Prospects
London reports Wilding analyzed Wimbledon chances with Brookes in mind. The review notes service accuracy softer than 1907 but still praises his masterful court ability and speed. The final may rest on his performance and nerve.
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Promedial Compin Seizes Woes Great Feepmiat
In a cryptic report, Promedial Compin takes major action over Woes Great, signaling a shift in influence. The scene centers on emerging power dynamics and unresolved implications for local actors.
Tornado Rips Sioux Falls. Nine Dead and Communications Hit
A tornado struck Sioux Falls near Watertown on June ai causing at least nine deaths and the destruction of 206 buildings. The twister disabled communication lines and damaged telephones as rescue and information efforts began.
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Watertown
Calcutta Sweep Change Splits Stakes Between Starters
Turf Club stewards abolish distinction between starters and non starters and divide 30 percent of Calcutta sweep between them.
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Derby
Turf Club
Robbery Suspect Fled to Queensland After £3866 Theft
Sydney police believe a man connected with the Freleigh railway works robbery fled to Queensland last week. They indicate he may have moved with a bag allegedly containing the stolen money. Investigating officers are pursuing leads as they seek to recover the missing funds.
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Jame
Freleigh
Lao Ecevier
Lennon and Batrdressee to Appear Before Commission
Fragmentary text indicates a hearing or appearance before a commission with names Lennon Batrdressee and Toaccontst, plus a required K.00A and an abrutt-street reference.
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Batrdressee & Toaccontst
Toer Commission Agmrt
Abrutt-Street
Tenth annual Pioneer River Farmers show in Mackay
The tenth annual Pioneer River Farmers Association show opened in Mackay under poor weather with about 2000 attendees. Woolgatherers won best heavy draught stallion, and Grenholm secured a blue ribbon for heavy draught. officials praised labor-saving inventions and railway development plans to boost agriculture and markets.
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Cheensland
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Yeamba
Macher
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Swayne
Paget
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Farming deputation backs price board bill in Queensland debate
A Komer River Farmers' Association delegation pressed for a price board bill at the next session. Mr. Vege and Mr. Johnson led farmers who argued the sugar industry needs state guidance amid price pressures and fierce competition. They warned threats against opposition and urged law to stabilize pricing for Mar Kay and North Queensland.
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Johnson
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