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Newspaper
Geelong Advertiser
Location
Geelong, Victoria, Australia
Date
Jun 06, 1912
Page
3
Fragmentary report covers cadet training and races at Geelong with mentions of Wood and Nicholl, court notices, a horse incident, a public sale, and local meetings about road works and social purity advocates. The piece mixes sport results, legal matters, and community notices in a single column.
Turbulent union meeting praised the released leaders while two Lithgow officials faced recall for alleged misdeeds amid criticism of government handling. Local unions warned of broader labor action if demands remain unmet, and police presence was reported at the gathering.
Fragmented OCR text reports an end to a state mine strike amid confusion and disputed actions. Readers see mentions of unauthorized activity, firings, and unsettled labor tensions unfold around miners and local officials, with vague references to places and individuals.
Fragmented OCR text shows a Liberal leader in Tasmanian parliament facing internal disarray and accusations amid a tense meeting. Multiple garbled phrases reference party divisions, leadership dynamics, and potential resignations.
A taxi cab struck cadets tonight near Atlanta, injuring several, with two reported seriously hurt. Police and emergency crews responded as witnesses described chaos and fear. The incident disrupted activity at the academy and prompted an investigation into the driver’s actions and possible charges.
Fragmentary OCR notes mention persons such as Magne Willasis and Jyns divest, police references, churches, venues like Beslong, and events at various streets and stations. The text is garbled with many misread names and nonstandard spellings, making precise report difficult.
Reuters telegrams report the inquiry into the Titanic’s voyage. J B Ismay, director of White Star Line, described the message from the Baltic noting ice ahead. Captain J J Smith defended steaming at full speed, arguing slow navigation would risk even greater loss. Ismay cited lack of women or children among those aboard.
An eerie Titanic tale recalls three men who disguised themselves in women's clothes to flee the sinking liner. They boarded lifeboats after smuggling into boatloads of women and children, then vanished amid the chaos. Authorities later questioned their identities as rumors swirled around the daring, desperate maneuver.
Fragmented OCR notes discuss the Duchess of Connaught and others, with unclear medical and nationalist references. The text mentions a May date, April 10 events, and vague images of ceremony, diagnosis, and naval or military context, but details remain obscured.
Opposition papers criticize the Italian army, urging a fair chance to flee. Telegraphic dispatches from Rome report Italian officers and foreign military experts support the view.
Political anger boiled over as opposition members interrupted a prime ministerial address provoking clashes and scattered injuries. Riots erupted around Renreven as parliamentary factions clashed. the sitting was suspended amid chaotic scenes and urgent security response.
A Cincinnati escape reports six people died today in a Baymont district incident caused by a gas leakage in a groin wall and TaruOe's dairy. The owner Sinelus and others attempted rescue. several collapsed. A patient, Dudhe Mell, was moved to hospital in serious condition. Survivors recall severe burning, itching, sores over months, with remedies tried and reported ongoing illness.
Berlin reports a German air service proposing a reconnaissance of the entire British coast from Heligoland to Rosyth, using a fleet or naval machines to reach 425 miles for a possible strike. The Bundschuh claims a spy network has mapped coast positions and could support such a mission.
In Paris a June discussion centers on applying a power standard to the Mediterranean. The French government signals readiness to act and warns that if Italy and Austria align with Germany, France will respond decisively to safeguard influence in the region.
A regimental accident at Al Woeshot leads to the drowning of three Hussars during a practice session at a pond. The event, described in fragmentary OCR, notes the horses and riders becoming submerged while attempting a flagship maneuver.
A diver near Toulon was seized by a giant octopus whose tentacles measured about 25 feet. He was pulled to the surface after struggle and died from stab wounds reportedly caused during the encounter. The incident shocked witnesses as authorities investigated the bizarre attack.
A massive blaze swept Corintastina destroying over one thousand residences along Ghadey Bay as residents fled. Authorities report several injuries and fire crews battled the flames, with damage estimated in the thousands. The motive cited appears linked to a revenge act, as investigators probe the arson and detachment during the incident.
Members in the House of Commons consider the question of ending the war with Turkey and Italy. The session also reviews the case of Malecka, recently sentenced to four years in prison for revolutionary acts in Dobdrge.
Reported talks in Whitehall focus on restoring strikers to their jobs with government mediation. Union leaders back Bernard Clarke report and demand reinstatement, while workers at port and docks face ongoing disruption and a long national conciliation effort. Coal miners in South Staffordshire walk out. tailor shops in West London strike amid wage demands.
Tanglin and Juno Stl-Sing George led a glittering run as the king's horse proved the winner at the big derby event amid reception last night. Wootton trade and cheers accompanied the open character of the race as observers praised the royal undercurrent in the field.
Fragmented report notes speculation on Roosevelt support among Northern and Southern districts. Mentions a majority leaning toward Raceeval in the north and Mee Tat Ti My in the south, with commentary on potential delegate arrangements.
A garbled OCR fragment mixes names and places from various events including Ballarat, Geelong, and Australia with scattered references to races, politics, and sects. It hints at engagement, alliances, and protests, mentioning governors, a rightward shift, and cultural tensions, but many phrases are indecipherable.
A garbled brief notes local merchants facing challenges in labor and employment as a notable regional company struggles to motivate workers. The fragment references industry names and a seating area, signaling economic tension without clear specifics.
Disjointed OCR fragment describes Russia and Petersburg, war provisions, aviation, stock concerns, and medical claims. Mentions mothers, children, convulsions, and remedies with unclear context. Fragmentary items include cautions about pills, powders, and safety.
Fragmentary report describes a cricket match between Australians and Middlesex that was halted before completion. Names and details are garbled, but references to innings or overs and a disrupted progress suggest an abandoned game with unclear final events.
The write up details SRCHUSTRAT and a Teelong Grobealral Goclaies GFU lineup with U2 and other acts. It notes a mix of performers, amid shifting approvals, stage cues, and production notes. It highlights notable names, venues, dates, and the show’s overall reception.
A fragmented OCR note shows a chaotic scene with references to drink, fear, and a daring act. Names and places are unreadable, but the piece conveys tension around alcohol and authority, suggesting a public disorder moment and a reaction by local leaders.
Fragmented report details a harbor trust inquiry and criticism of Bassotage and local officials. It notes discussions over council powers, the governor, and potential changes to control and funding, with commentary on public works and land improvements.
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