Fragmented Australia tax debate Elides reform aims
The piece surveys political maneuvering in the Moore government over a land tax and direct taxation, criticizing Chamber resistance and urging reform to fund public works. It notes Labor plans to raise land value and warns of potential collapse of a timel ordains, despite adult suffrage. The editorial also laments J F Ford’s retirement from the municipal council and hints at future elections.
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Moore
Thiether
People's Chamber
Fatman
J. F. Ford
Technlex
Fle
A Northampton letter argues for real reform over party rhetoric
A Northampton correspondent denounces Sir Edward Wittenoom and party candidates as indistinct and ineffective. He condemns promises on pensions and monopolies, urges a legislator who can outline workable funding and policies, and contrasts vague platitudes with decisive action from Pearce, Mahon, and Needham on tobacco monopoly and social reforms. The writer stresses humanity and justice over names or party labels.
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Edward
Wittenoom
Johacen
Tahseenram
Mr. Moneer
Cially
Nor'-West
Hur
Sir Edward Wittencom
Messrs
Clark Aud Miltx
Alan
Pearce
Mahon
Needtam
Humanity
Bowel Complaints in Children Warned in Summer
During the summer months children suffer bowel disorders and require careful attention. At first signs of any bowel trouble, administer Chamberlain's Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy without delay. prompt treatment may save a life.
Abolition of Mines and Lands Office at Northampton
A reader letters argues against the impending abolition of the Mines and Lands Office at Northampton. The author warns it harms the district, calls it false economy, and appeals to petition the minister through local representatives.
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Mines and Lands Office
Northampton
Norhton
G. Varny
Tennex
Parson Interferes in Local Politics Provokes Debate
A letter to the editor quotes a protest against Reverend Armstrong and certain meddling by a clergyman in Sir John’s political campaign. The correspondent condemns church involvement, defends religious roles as civic, and calls for fair treatment of Labor and other parties. The piece opens with criticism of Armstrong’s conduct at a Don area meeting and includes reflections on church and state boundaries.
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Tewr
Themi
Parsons
Don
Armatrong
Jobh
Felleiim
Armstrome
sToka
O'Louehtin
Armstronge
Tadley
O'ameuilin
Stein the Centleman
Armstrong
Uris Eenteman
Eentle
Sir John
Commonwealth
Federal Elections Arouse Apathy Yet Voters Cast Ballots
An early 20th century notice reports statewide polling opening for federal Senate and House seats, notes widespread apathy except for party followers, and records scant turnout with only a fraction voting by mid afternoon. Officials warn the count will start shortly and clarify the election process.
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Senate
House of Representatives
Trgards
Geraktton
Wff
James
Plural Voting Abolition Bill Rejected by Lords
London morning briefs report the Plural Voting Abolition Will rejected by a large majority in the House of Lords last night. The bill passed its third reading in the House of Commons on Friday.
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London
House of Lords
House of Conmyns
Russia Faces Mass Destitution Warned By Prince Orloff
London dispatch reports severe hardship in Russia with Prince Orloff claiming about 40 million people urgently need state aid. He describes villagers eating bark and selling cattle for skins as famine and economic strain worsen. Also notes strained Russo British talks over Pacific fishing rights amid Japan dispute.
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London
Russia
Prince Orloff
Wias
Samara
Hazan
Lon
Boterenara
Pacific
Great Britain
Japan
Famine in China Triggers World Aid Appeals
Shanghai famine commission reports millions starving in China. They appeal to the Lord Mayor of Towler and to New York Paris and Berlin for assistance. The distress prompt calls from Shanghai to international relief offices and city leaders for urgent aid.
Ex King of Pabumey Dies in London Cabinet Shock
A report from London notes Behazin the ex king of Pabumey is dead amid cabinet changes. The German government enforces language rules in Polish Prussian schools and has dismissed 35 magistrates who sympathized with strikes, plus actions against strikers’ parents.
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London
Tuewing
Behazin
Pabumey
Boration
Lonon
Woman Louisa McDonald Charged in Delhi Court Case
In Elbourne on Tuesday Louisa McDonald mother of 21 children faced City Court charges for illegally axing an instrument on Edith May Dentin. Detective Sainsbury reported the incident occurred as the accused leaned over the girl a doctor was called and pronounced her dead. Searches at the accused home found certain tam instruments, and she remained in custody for a week.
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Elbourne
Louisa McDonald
Edith May Dentin
Sainsbury Toma
Melbourne cruelty case fines for horse abuse
A Tuesday Melbourne court fined William Beard ten pounds after a cruelty finding. Evidence described a horse with a severe wound and a bagging cover, the wagon wheel wound noted as two inches deep. The case highlights harsh treatment of an animal amid unclear details.
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Melbourne
William Beard
Sydney man hanged for triple murder at Gullick farm
New South Wales report states Joan Raymond Brown Jiang En received the death sentence for the murder of Mr and Mrs O'Keefe and a farm hand near Balla on July 14, with the execution carried out in Grafton Gaol this morning. The prisoner confessed to the crime and described his actions in detail.
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Sydney Tursday
Ragimund Brown
Sydney Aschaen
O'Keefe
Gullick
Balla
Grafton
Fragmented Phrase Reflects Unclear Historical Text
The readable parts imply a historical recount with phrases about mercy and immediate health effects, but decisive names, dates, or places are missing, leaving only partial, non-specific snippets suitable for a brief card noting incomplete OCR data.
Kaiser by Force Conspire Trial in Adelaide Arraigns Accused
In Adelaide a conspiracy case rose in criminal sessions with William Moncriet Taim Carey Joh Win Kaiser and others arraigned on a charge of conspiracy involving a divorce matter. Forty seven jurors were summoned and the trial is expected to last several days.
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Audelaide
Tursuay
William Moncriet
Taim Carey
Joh Win
Kaiser
Bileant
Newton Asw
Water fortng succnssf Adelaide telegrams report ample supply
Telegrams from Oodnadatta state water boring operations succeed in Adelaide. They report a plentiful water flow, estimated at a sizeable daily output, promising a strong supply. The report notes the bore work has produced an ample source, with a likely high daily yield.
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Adelaide
Oodnadattta
Fatal Shunting Accident in Adelaide At Oakleigh
A shunting incident in Adelaide on Tuesday crushed William Arm between buffers while he was between rail cars at Oakleigh siding. The event ended fatally with emergency services attending, and investigators to determine exact sequence leading to the fatal crush.
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Adelaide
Oakleigh Sighton
William Arm
Perth Courtcharges Man in Premantio Case
Perth this afternoon Twman La Sage faced Police Court on charges related to a fast premantio from Inchon. Reports say he was nabbed each day. Anil her cass a snaketite 3 report or to have ancurced at Piewily. Michael Basan, ten-year-old son of a Setter at Taylors Well, was bitten by a shake while Arvin pies home. Screamers drew attention as the wound was tended and a molstered strychnine dose was administered. a doctor provided relief and noted a saved PINES archion of paresis.
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Perth
Mternoon
Twman la Sage
Inchon
Piewily
Michael Basan
Taylors Well
Arvin Pies
Tix
Parliament Debates Hope Town Ravensthorpe Railway
In Perth Tonight J M Drew attacked the Hopetoun Ravensthorpe railway arguing current yields and costs are unwarranted. He cited low production since inception and warned against private reconstruction schemes while noting state interest and past bills. The session adjourned after lengthy discussion on railway and related amendments.
Man Deliberately Throws Self From Parapet in Wellington
A Wellington incident reports a man named teorme North climbing a parapet near the Central railway station and leaping into Vine Street. Crowds witnessed the fall as rescuers arrived, the body found in a distressed state. details remain unclear amid the shock and investigation.
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Wellington
Teorme
Feity-avenue
Central Railway Station
Norih
Vine Street
Cauras
Martes
Galt Stealing Commission Meeting Held in Perth
In Perth this Nay the Galt Stealing Commission held another meeting. A witness testified that if man knew the receipts from the plates purchased from some of the life mimes it would open their eyes. Some plates sold had not been cleaned.
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Perth
Galt Stealing Commission
Nean
Peter Gomez Sentenced for Jewellery Heist at Moora
Peter Gomez was charged at the Criminal Court this afternoon before the Chief Justice with breaking and entering the premises of Leslie Kearney a jeweller at Moora on November 18 and stealing jewellery. He was found guilty on the second count of receiving and sentenced to three years hard labour, the judge noting his prior record warranted a severe sentence.
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Perth
Peter Gomez
Criminal Court
Leslie Kearney
Moora
Serious Machinery Accident at Perth Workshops
A workman named Edward Nield suffered a severe injury at the Mift and workshops in Perth this day while feeding a tea ing machine. His arm was caught, causing a compound fracture and extensive flesh damage, necessitating amputation below the elbow after doctors attended.
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Perth
Edward Niel
Avenut
Mift
May’ Svening
Ife
Nield
Armed robbery on East Perth tram ends with arrest
Detectior Dempsey and Constable Hornsby arrested Alfred Stephen La Sage after an armed man boarded a Kensington Street tram Friday night and demanded the cash box from Macdonald the conductor. The struggle left Macdonald injured and the weapon seized. La Sage, living in Hetworth bush, is held on suspicion as the perpetrator.
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Macdonald
Legislative Assembly Sifts through Bills and Amendments
The Legislative Assembly debated amendments to the Transit and Dividend Duties Acts, passed the Mines Regulations Bill to the Legislative Council, and advanced the Streets Closure Bill. Amendments to the Legislative Council bill were examined as the house adjourned for the afternoon. The minister faced questions on storm damage measures and export trade development prospects for the Tanby district.
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Perth
Legislative Assembly
Ammites
Mtr
Lind Nepartment
Tanby
Chamberlains Stomach and Liver Tablets Ad Claim
An old advertisement extols Chamberlains Stomach and Liver Tablets promising relief when the liver and bowels fail, claiming they wake the organs, restore happiness, and rejuvenate the user by stimulating the nervous system and promoting overall better digestion. The copy evokes a health revival in a promotional tone.
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Chamberlain
Chapman
Marine Ter
Tae
Melbourne Sketches and Willian Moore’s Notable Book
Melbourne hosts rising writers with Willian Moore at the forefront. His book City Sketches, previously in the Herald, sketches urban life, theatre, garden wattle, and social scenes. The critic notes vigorous observational power and concise, accurate description, praising its portrayal of mass humanity and urban society.
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Willian Moore
City Sketches
Herald
Ione
Moore
Seton
Jarre
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