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Newspaper
Geelong Advertiser
Location
Geelong, Victoria, Australia
Date
Jun 23, 1913
Page
4
A damaged report describes a Richmond vs Geelong match with tight play and late scores. Eason and Morgan anchored Richmond while Geelong, led by Regan and Mariani, fought back, but Richmond prevailed by a narrow margin despite erratic umpiring and a tense finish.
A letters page fragment discusses wage rates, contractor duties, and job conditions. It questions pay fairness, the open tender process, and the rights of workers and labor representatives while highlighting the broader debate over wages and working conditions. The text references Stine, Sindeley, and multiple labor figures and contracts in a distressed civic economy.
The article reports the July 2 swearing in of state parliament figures including Mretlikboe, Mr. Hayek, and Mr. Abbott, with the Governor signing a proclamation delaying session until July 2. It notes tensions among ministers and an anticipated entry into Parliament, plus ongoing provincial considerations and who will present the Address to the Governor.
The Public Works Department says initial work will widen and extend the harbor by 400 feet at Perdana with tenders to be called within two weeks. The main project focuses on building a massive rubble breakwater and dredging to improve shelter, bearing, and harbor value at Warrnambool Port. Proposals aim to reduce currents and danger to vessels by realigning a back passage near Port Pairs harbor.
The Acting Attorney General faced questions on a plan to rationalize Government House operations. Mr Hall avoided specifics, noting no decision on the proposal but suggesting the principle that losers pay might be dropped. The minister dismissed rumors of departmental compromise involving velators and Privy Council appeals.
Reports describe the Contobordlan silver and lead mine near Condabolin under exploration and development. C M Miller of Victoria guides supervision, with recent sinking and expected ore yield noted. prior week output reached about £1270 from the face.
Report describes a 4 inch gold shoot near Scrobber Flat mine with reef 7 units wide. Observers note a small amount of gold and a potential pennyweight yield. Investigations include prospects by Maskaller and Ting with Tutcher monitoring.
A contested railway extension from Balranald to Swan Hill dominates local debate as ministers and leaders push for single state cooperation. Opponents claim the Mowinmtoulamein route is too long and survey delays hinder progress, while officials defend cross state unity and warn against barriers between states.
Turbulent scene reports alleged theft at a Saal prison event as Falgoartin and Subdor Ta crews clash yesterday. Heelinsi Davit Manto, once ward of Lesnont, roared in anger over the ENA property dispute.
Fragmented account traces the woe of Princess Lodka Posen and Princess Pacricia as plots, escapes, and imperial alerts unfold. Russian and British notices drift across columns while Queen Mary contends with a dramatic dispute over succession and identity amid secret agents and royal intrigue. A New Zealand arrival and staged ceremonies punctuate the unsettled night.
June reports from London note political threads of imperial unity and naval aims amid market chatter on apple shipments, with James Hewitt's precarious condition after a racing incident and a string of overseas events including Tangier fighting and Moorish villages burned.
A chaotic altercation occurs near the Star Hotel on Poskstreet involving Georst Filifingeer and a woman. The scene includes shouted accusations, a gory display, and intervention by observers as authorities are asked to note the incident and nearby reactions.
Entertainment notes recount a gala at Sun Pictures Centre with strong drama and comedy, including Gwendoline and a Jeferson tale. Biographies of cast, scenes of peril and romance unfold with varied reels and a lively programme at Britons ta Picture House.
Mr D Getlbloom of Maydeville Crestnt Toorak reports a burglary between 4 and 135 PM Saturday with jewelry stolen valued at 27/10/ plus other items. Parliament plans a Thursday session for Supply, with adjournment likely for three weeks. The minister for London notes discussion on domestic producers and England's manufacturing leadership amid economic strain.
Petitioner Giesnnr Jemimar Guigan seeks an advance from Ernest J Mowpia on the ground of her erudition. Justice Gor reserved decision as witnesses faced prevarication charges and cross examination revealed evasive testimony. Accidents, embezzlement allegations, and a separate assault case are noted in proceedings with witnesses facing police intervention.
Detective reports sums of moves totaling around 275, with mentions of 2012 and 2TEb Arent. Accused left for a holiday in November and did not return, later arrested at Bakes New South Wales. Witness places shortage between 2200 and 500. Towson detained until Wednesday. A separate note references immigration and government actions, while another fragment mentions a hotel, licenses, and a prayer pole incident in Geelong.
The report outlines a royal reception plan in Portsmouth for a French President and large crowds as part of a state visit. It mentions the Queen Victoria era, naval salutes, and celebrations tied to the King’s birthday and national recovery from an explosion. Various local officials and services are described in a dense, mixedOCR text with references to inspections, retirements, and medical arrangements.
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