Grim outlook shapes premier’s budget and tax debate
Premier mode aml Co faces a gloomy financial outlook as holiday sentiment clashes with a push for retrenchment. The piece notes the government’s plan to borrow two and a half million pounds, opposition obstruction, and calls for economy that would burden local councils and charities. It criticizes ministers Moore and Wilmon and warns that proposed tax and internal land reforms may worsen conditions for the poor while delaying critical bills in the House of Revision.
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People's Chamber
Risa Addiomal Funda
Fremantle
Upoor Jou
Tegista Hive Racket Sparks Urgent Political Pressure
Fragmented OCR text references Te g ista hive and calls for action to clear space in Parliament. Mentions private business and loyalty concerns, with hints of political maneuvering and wage payment by results. Readers should note confusing language and possible garbled names.
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Meudiers
Doan’s Ointment Promises Piles Cure in Testimonial
A long-hand testimonial touts Doan’s Ointment as a sure cure for piles including itching bleeding and protruding cases. The writer claims dramatic relief after using one or more pots and urges readers to trust the account from a local Geraldton resident. The ad notes the price 2/9 a pot and requests readers to ask for DIAN at Foster-McClellan Co. in Perth.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Murray
Railway Varta
Geraldton
Althiuel
Noan
Doah
Taan
Murray
Toan
Foster-McClellan Co
Murray-street
Perth
Northampton Roads Board Holds November Meeting Debated Wells
The Northampton Roads Board met November 22 with chairmen and officers present. They discussed land drainage, a 1 acre burn declaration, and whether to pursue wells at Timbers and Lough Gerabline. Plans for further consideration and potential well construction were noted, with future action to be taken when opportunities arise.
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Lands Department
Geonge
Lough Gerabline
Soakage
A. Dram
Laoon
Rudrey
W. Iueces
Teakle's
Erratic boundary notes and council actions in Lowah area
Fragmentary OCR reveals boundary questions near Tatch and Howmhery with references to gateways, roads, and land allocations. It cites March 8 references, general public works details, and a discussion of compensation, culverts, and road clearances. The text also notes a licensed sewerage officer and budget items totaling £219, with sessions on Mondays Wednesdays and Fridays at the Road Board of Lowah.
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Northampton
Low
Tatch
Karlie
Las
Las Aysteret
Ernst
Taylor
Lise
Aequilry
Sivek
Minko
Attiagthey
Wanteis
Onslow
Marth
Stephen
Onstow
Atrretie
Ganilicg
Roa
Live From
Lowah
Tet
Finanice
Actatuis
Pirate Shipboard Mystery Near the Coast
An officer aboard a vessel spots a strange flag described as a red, green and white ensign with a star, signaling potential danger but not alarmed. A sailor misreads the scene as a mint shop while questioning the odd sight. a bold shout and a boastful toast to OG'S HEAD AUSTRAL ALE follow.
Crown Lands Free Homestead Farms Available
The notice outlines free homestead rights for eligible males over 18 and female heads of families without more than 100 acres, offering 10 to 160 acres in agricultural areas or open lands. It details deposits, residence, improvements, and staged tenure conditions across South-Western division blocks with payments in yearly installments and required constructions within set years.
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South-Western
Concessions to Settlers Spark Rural Land Debate
Fragmented OCR text references payments, land grants, and a push for 30 000 concessions to settlers. Mentions agriculture, monetary arrangements, and a station or place, with unclear names and dates due to damaged source material.
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Pastoral Ee
Geoveyus
Aye
Emmbia
Receipt For A Happy Life In Navarre Text
Fragmentary historical prose outlining a recipe for happiness from Queen Margaret of Navarre. Mentions thations and peace of consciences, memory and hope, love and merriment, and cautions about prisons, health, and a flame of happiness.
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Wayle
Tall Queens and Kings Tower Over Their Husbands
A satirical piece notes that many rulers appear shorter than their wives, citing Edward, the Czar, Kaiser Wilhelm, and other monarchs. It jokes that queens and princesses stand taller by several inches, while royal consorts often trail behind in height.
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Christendom
Edward
Alexandra
Kaiser Wilhelm Ia
Kaiser
Italy
Mielena
Walow
Syalt
Denmark
Leopold absolves absinthe ban into law
King Leopold has just signed a parliamentary measure converting it into law to prohibit the manufacture transport sale and storage of absinthe under heavy penalties. Medical authorities attribute most assaults in the kingdom to the liquor and the statute aims to reduce harm and benefit the Belgian nation.
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Leopold
Mont —Milnent
Mystery of Timber Resin Origins Narrated
A fragment discusses the origin of a timber resin used historically in royal jewelry medicine and instruments. It notes long confusion over its source, compares it to vegetable rosin, and suggests possible ties to extinct conifers. Baltic coastal amber yields are mentioned as a source.
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Warner
Baltic
Rem
Dynamite Eating Cow Forces Village Barricade
A cow found chewing dynamite near an excavation site alarmed workers and villagers. The beast charged and bucked as people sought safety, while an onlooker alerted a resident who rushed home in fear. Officials later confined the cow after it had consumed two half pound sticks of the explosive.
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Dunly Cramb
Mondock
Shortest Will on Record Probate Granted in London
The probate of the shortest will on record was granted in London for Mr. Prod. Charica William Thorn of Berryetham. The will, written in pencil on a crescent envelope, disposed of property valued at £8,285 and named no executor. The widow Mrs. Mary Ann Thorn received probate as residuary legatee after the testator waived an executor.
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London
Charica Willam ‘Thorn
Btrvetham
Mary Ann ‘Thorn
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T. L Brown
Margaret of Navarre
Leopold “‘Dars" Absinthe
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Wallace Medical Institute
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Home Cure
Australi
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Chonge
G. Linthorne
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Ca LY Ass
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