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Newspaper
Geelong Advertiser
Location
Geelong, Victoria, Australia
Date
Jun 23, 1913
Page
3
A fragmented report covers racing boats and Geelong district activities including Melbourne and Geelong rowing prep, police notices, nurse examinations, a council gathering, and local social events. It notes training schedules at Corio Bay, upcoming gatherings, and civic appointments. Leaders include Stasonie Hail, Captain vant Compeny, and Victor E. Galway with district Mrs. Drake and Geelong institutions mentioned.
Disputa Comite of the Melina Tyedse hailed Sp Sochin to view the mine dispute. A meeting at Prados Ell heard testimony from workers and officials on wages, shaft work, and hours. Miners faced reduced shafting and pay while the union pressed for standard rates and conditions.
Unclear report from the Fuel and Fodder Board describing a meeting with the Teobarae Firewood Company and Wouboras members. Text references attendance, awards, and conditions, but wording is garbled. The fragment suggests reconsideration and possible call together for further discussion.
A garbled report describes wage reductions for reporters in Wellington with new working hours and shifts. It notes daily press house constraints, senior and junior rate differences, and a 12 daily allocation, while outlining conditions for overtime and union restrictions amid varied prevailing rates.
The St Ives trial of Jwanase and others stalled as the judge ordered continued custody. A foreman announced the next court date set for September, with the accused facing possible remand in custody while proceedings resume.
Fragments report a Hyde Park demonstration against Home Rule with suffragette violence and a police response. Revelations describe an explosion scare and damage near Yardley Wood, plus seizures of rifles and arms. A university protest at St Andrews is noted as authorities pursue the movement.
A garbled report chronicles transoceanic disaster with references to the Titanic wreck near Newfoundland. It mentions a ship, cargo transfer, and rescue efforts along the Southern Pacific route, describing the affected vessels and a mysterious voyage. The passage reflects a chaotic summary of maritime calamity and loss.
A garbled report outlines a new Board of Trade regulation affecting shipboard life and vessels. It discusses compulsory lifeboat provisioning, revised tonnage rules, and timetable notes for Victoria and New South Wales. The text reflects broad maritime policy shifts and enforcement need, with mentions of Great Britain, Sydney, and Melbourne timelines.
Fragmented account notes the Beattisi Remperance Bill rejected by the House of Lords and discussed in the House of Commons. It mentions Bonar, Lloyd George, and journal coverage of the rejection, with references to ministers and political tensions in a port issues period.
The Bulgarian government responds to Serbia over access to the Adriatic and frontier adjustments. It urges Serbia to contest with commercial access near the Adriatic, proposes ceding Dulcigna and Antivari to Serbia, and calls for withdrawal of demands while favoring limited armed safety. The Five Powers Commission in Paris will admit belligerent representatives to deliberations in the Trocesilings rather than a joint consultative session.
A chaotic gun attack at Catfolls School resulted in multiple students wounded and one dead. Ruben and others were among victims as a shooter armed with a revolver opened fire in the playground. Police and bystanders restrained the assailant after students fled the scene.
An unclear, fragmented OCR depicts a lynching and alleged political corruption tied to Derabors and the Jubannrsbusee, mentioning Derabors arrest warrants, Labor Party ties, and a police investigation. It references deaths including Dernbatz, suspicions of poison, and a chaotic list of names and places with little coherent detail.
A distorted report claims the U S Department of Agriculture issued an order to examine Australian meat imports locally, prompting Australian officials to denounce restrictions. The piece cites industry telegrams and notes potential impacts on Pacific trade and US–Australia relations amid rising tensions in meat imports.
An examined report on St Pauls Cathedral notes pier subsidence due to water evaporation and a resting dome. It cites 45th year of the century, dome movement, cracked stonework, and the clock tower ironwork expansion. Architects plan to underpin with concrete for solidity and renew stonework in affected areas.
Fragmentary text describes chaotic flood conditions in Sydney. Mentions ongoing strain and dangerous weather patterns with unclear details. No clear names, dates, or events due to garbled OCR.
A chaotic collapse at a Morrypundi circus in New South Wales injures around 400 attendees as marquee seating gave way during the opening performances. Eyewitnesses report panic but officials say injuries are not life threatening. Investigations into the cause continue.
The article reports on an international sports scene with mixed results and several misreads. It mentions Xu and Harvard in defeat, references Philadelphia and Australia, and notes unclear outcomes with fragmented phrases and jumbled team names.
Fragmentary OCR describes a Davis Cup event with players Davis Cup injo dublen Powell and Srbven, plus teamsConantiated Gauntlet and Favour Guth Africa. It mentions opening day at Uretin, payee Canis denied, Deene went, scores 5-18 and -3, Canntled Sait Africa, Canada participation, and dates 22nd.
A scrambled account indicates Alice, a jockey known as Srot, faced arrest after a Monday incident. Detectives from Lenincostrin and senior officials questioned multiple witnesses before detaining the individual pending a June 27 court appearance.
An unclear market report notes butter still in tight supply while prices edge higher. Trade chatter mentions wholesale stalls in Australia and Adelaide markets, with references to shipments and local price signals.
The piece describes an impending ministry change with Prime Minister and cabinet selections. It names Sir John Varrext and Mr J Cook (W.S.W.) among others, outlining proposed roles from Treasurer to Attorney General and Defence. It notes party balance and a push to cement alliances within the government in the days ahead.
Fragmentary OCR text hints at election style items with figures such as 18,000 and 2,200, naming Barns and Melisanek and mentions a Saturday arena and Senate-Matall Usb 33.96. Details are unclear but imply local contest results and voter tallies without complete context.
A fragmented OCR note outlines loan rates and terms for a Monroville-Xea product with an 85 rate, 7 month period and an 13,000 amount. It references ex, act 13,000 and 18,8413 Ho in unclear phrasing, suggesting financial details and timelines.
Early crowd gathers outside Past Office in Satchlay as Gig Pallinge Snr Mtv Ballarus the House of Representatives considers taxation laws. Mr. Muftrush, amid illness, signals support for Mr J Boyde promoter IIL while Abe Mokay warns of irregularities in government and hints at further inquiry.
In a district race, O'Malley and Hunt figures dominate the tally as Albury Landry edge the opponent by 939 votes. Official canvassing will occur Wednesday morning, with results and next steps expected from local officials.
The Geelong side outplayed Richmond at the Oval in a tight match marked by forward pressure and mid game shifts. Key figures included orchard and Oliver as Geelong’s centre work and timely passes shaped the inner play, with Richmond’s defence struggling to contain quick ball movement.
A detailed match report describes Geelong's strenuous performance with Martini scoring and Mahoney, Morgan, and Habers influencing the play. Geelong maintained pressure in the final minutes as Wools and Mahoney made key contributions and the team edged ahead amid tense moments and penalties.
A fragmented report blends fashion with sports and names like Geclowes and Bynd. It mentions penalties on angles, heroes, and teams such as Richmond Geelong and Crawfings, with scattered references to players, matches, and unclear scores. The text reads as a garbled sports chronicle with mismatched terms.
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