Titanic disaster inquiry confusion over crew actions
London reports detail a discussion in which the captain and officials questioned why crew members did not return to the wreck of the Titanic. The dialogue touched on crew responsibilities, rescue options, and whether crew safety influenced decisions. The exchange suggested potential saved lives if earlier action had been taken.
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Iver
London
Fomminson
Hendricken
Dell Garson
Tuft
Gorton
Ymin
Charke
Taylor
Taamiers
Papitayien
Rea
Warner
Han
Tomy
Minio
Mick Till
Rogers
Goresth
Rome
Alcape and Lorraine in Prussia Statute Fallout
Fragmented text reports a Prussia related event with mentions of Lorraine, Diet ome Tier Scheinemann, and legal punishment for breaches. The garbled lines reference civic rights, penalties, and a parliamentary style assembly, with unclear names and locations.
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Prussia
Barlin
Raler
Merpereth
Attdey
Lorraine
Pital
Athietey
British armament plan amid drive to calm Norman relations
Fragmentary text suggests discussions on improving Anglo Norman ties and countering internal attempts at escalation. Names and clearer details are obscured, but the note references official attempts to secure stability and outline possible actions.
Kangaroos win by seven wickets in Australia England match
International cricket report details Australia beating England by seven wickets. Selected players such as Mayne Macartney, Matthews Emery, Whitby and Kelleway contribute. Surrey batting struggles, dominant Australian bowling, and key partnerships shape the result amid innings totals and dismissals.
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Tundon
Currey
Surrey
Ronewtann
Larely
Amt Hobba
Cotatye Baes
Gues Wyade
Atteck
Emily
Auetrasiaan
Mayne
Goma
Ina Lena San
Weacon
Firat Tunas
Porm
Australia
Rusing
Macartney Bardsley S Fennings Killewsy
Inquest Statements From Koombana Inquiry Board
May 2 report from W E Harker about testimony on the Koombana inquiry. He says the steamer’s speed and route differed from what the harbor master stated. Capt Allen noted uncertainty about sailing timing and weather, while Barker argued for cautious harbor entrance movement and a lifeboat discovery on the beach.
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W.E. Harker
Port Hedland
Te Koombana
Hevland
Robertion
Wetecatt
Capt. Allen
Tin
Me Barker
Walker
Abe
Marker
Teneton
Memorable Railway vs Brigade Football Match
An enthusiastic crowd witnessed a rugged match at Recreation Reserve on Sauuralas as Railways faced Brigade in a close contest. Ramshaw scored three goals for Railways, while Kelly and Meadowcroft stood out for the Brigade amid steady play by Willis and Sehit, with late Railways pressure securing a 10-17 to 5-9 result.
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My. R. TE
Kitt
Wa Fol. Tows
Itwillraye
Itwillraye,—iTickey
Mourier
Kelly
Willin
Sebi
Amnin
Atlat
Meadowcraft
Teck
Strupp
Kins
Unmerr
Thenrie el Video
Marsh
Groomler
Then
Ttt
Ramshaw
Ff. Pass
Carwariine
Wenn
Kveminder
Ward
Bell
Sarge
Willis
Strang
Sethi
Vtiaamhaw
Noeimire
Mounier
Fividee
Drumware
Fimeutts
Schft
Socom
Sebit
Ke Ie
Hall Way
J_ Ramshaw
Tymeh
Wiilin
Telia Knowl
Walt Pac
Fant Meadowcroft
Wt. Hamshaw
Tid
Monde
Carwariing
Amith
Hyaeb f.Batory
Mire P
Domes
Piers
State Steamers Wording of Wartime Shipping Plans
Perth May 20 The Premier Mr Sradan MT writes that the Government intends to purchase the steamer Wresford in England for the South-East trade and the Turlus for the North-West route.
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Perth
Sradan
Ay Phrchase
Wresford
Englan
Turlus
Chinese Gambling Den Raided by Police in Murray Street
Police raided a Chinese gambling den in Murray Street on Saturday night and effected 40 arrests. They found various methods of gambling in progress.
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Pert
Murray Street
Perth Woman Injured In Telegraph Post Collision
Mrs Cecil Newt wife of a noted landholder suffered a motor accident on the Guildford road Saturday when her car struck a telegraph post. She was flung from the vehicle and remained unconscious during transport to hospital, with possible brain injury and ongoing medical attention expected.
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Perth
Cecil Newt
Guildford Road
Sleeper-Cutter Killed at Newgerup Railway
Donnybrook report May 19 says two year old Chas Watt, a sleeper-cutter at Newgerup, was run over by a train while shifting a ramp to Wellington Mill. The engine passed over his toes, leading to instant death. details remain fragmentary.
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Donnybrook
Chas, Watt
Newgerup
Wellington Millz
Strantanc
Audacious Robberies In Kalgoorlie Reported
Kalgoorlie police are investigating two robberies. An railway employee Jen Jenkiescus said on Broailbrow road Friday two men assaulted him and stole his wages. A married woman recalled bystanders described a man grabbing her handbag on Thursday night near Rapabited and a struggle where she released the bag containing money and jewellery.
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EAM
Jen Jenkiescus
Ohie
M Mat
Ber
Wees
Contina
Victorian Ministry Recomposition Reveals New Cabinet Roles
Melbourne May 19 The resttlement of portfolios within the state ministry is completed with the cabinet now arranged as follows: Crentien W A Watt Chief Secretary and Minister for Lands J Murray Minister for Railways Miner and for estates H Melride Minister for Water Supply and Agriculture G Grama Attorney General Brows Minister for Lands Me Keri Minister for Public Instruction Billion ABinnter for Works Hioulth Eyer
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Melbourne
Fortfalios
Crentien
W. A. Watt
J. Murray
Meltride
G. Grama
Brows
Lande
Me Keri
Inuteuer Ae
Eyer
Appointment of Commonwealth Bank Governor in Melbourne
The Governor appointment announced in Melbourne on May 19 sets the salary at 24000. Mr D Miller, vice Chief Inspector, is named to the post. The document notes the Governor will earn 400 per year.
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Melbourne
D. Miller
Han (Wen
Coumen-* Wealth Bank
How Ard Wrothers and Harmon Coy Entertain at Deraidton
At the Above hall the How Ard Wrothers and Hraman Coy of et tainern presented a new entertainment night in Deraidton. The show featured a Deum Major baton routine and telepathic acts by KiNee the Tower brothers while Reins Inman performed. Public notice warns Toles Garrison and his Roman jumida may appear soon.
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Tower Brothers
Howard
Murchison
Toles Garrison
Newcastle Cup Victory by Patched Name Psyttyx
In Sydney on May 20, the Newcastle Cup was run and won by the horse Psyttyx with Medge as the trainer, marking a notable outcome in the racing event. Betting markets reflected strong support for Psyttyx as the favorite.
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Sydney
Peyttyx
Northern Territory debate sparks racial policy clash
An interview from Sydney on May 10 with Senator Mc Tongall discusses the Northern Territory. He asserts it is not merely a white man’s country and warns Australia faces a burden and opportunity in making the region a greater asset.
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MW Osydney
Pon
Northern Territory
Senator McTongall
Penpisie
Wuprernueey
Tovlay
Australia
Fremantle official names new seamen’s agent reference
Our Rydney correspondent reports De. Wik lama of Fremantle appointed under the Seamen's Compensation Art. Mins Ruby Bingelbrecht, who recently journeyed from Geraldton on a health tour, has benefited by the change. Yalgoo Roads Board invites nominations for the newly constituted board to be received by Friday morning.
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Rydney
de. Wiklama
Fremantle
Ruby Bingelbrecht
Geraldton
Yalgoo Roads Board
Essa
Fragmentary Native Rebellion Report From Inland Province
A damaged blotter style item reports a recent indigenous uprising inland. It notes natives clashing with soldiers with casualties including many killed and beheaded. Names, dates, and precise locations are unreadable in the fragment.
Departing Sportsman Otto Kelly Honored At Geraldton Event
At the Vietoris Hotel on a Saturday evening, Otto Kelly was toasted and farewelled by the Geraldton Football Association and local colleagues. The gathering praised Kelly’s service, presented tokens to his wife Mrs Kelly, and wished him prosperity in his future endeavors as he departs from the team.
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Vietoris
Dane
Dr Kelly
Thi Baleman
Bronto Tower
Ml.a
Kelly
Iin
End Wien
Otto Kelly
Cricken
Mathenpeaker
Thole Guart
Timah
Bradty
Mrs Kelly
Marke
Theaperenn
Mfr
Port Iq Geraldton Fe
Geralton
Geralton, Poothall
G. Toustom
Ty Meware Moadourian
Watterson
T. ElNdey
Finn
Paris
Amealnwerot
Arlen
Rene Levert
Avery Rony
Ivenine
Lange
Quiet Elections and Harsh Weather in Yalgoo Province
Notes from Yalgoo report a quiet election with twenty on the voter roll and twenty two votes cast amid weather disruptions. Rain totals and travel delays affected daily routines, while a local vendor advertised children's wear and jackets at Red Flour store with modest prices.
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Ty Cuatral
Financial Frenzy Over State Expenditure Plans Revealed
Claremont Resident claims cabinet secrets reveal vast proposed outlays across departments. items include £1,000,000 for State agricultural tools, £500,000 for Perth tramways, £3,001,100 for road and bridge works, and a total near £5,096,000 for various services and stock. The disclosure suggests a push for a large scale agricultural development and tramway expansion under government policy.
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Claremont
Fmuicsat
Havernniem
Te Capetal
Euter
Aish
Perth
Wemitter
Hertets
St Dairy
Ward Fork
Prewiilen
Lear
Clarenemt
Waal
Belch Works
Coe
Liam Ways Purchant
Reyewals Aril
Etramshin Service Timber
Machinery and farm gear notes from local equipment forum
The article describes farm machinery needs and maintenance on local equipment, detailing worn wheels and grease issues, and advice on keeping engines in order. It mentions a workshop plan to inspect every machine, retire dull components, and ensure proper lubrication and belts for smoother operation.
Selection of wheat farming notes from South Australian journal
A compilation of agricultural notes sent by Mr. W Babe at Walialla meetings. It discusses wheat seed selection, grain quality, and breeding strategies, noting barley ahead of wheat in Central regions and stressing early picking of the best heads to improve future crops. Recommendations include diverse seed varieties every few years and careful moisture management for yield.
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Journal of Agricure
W. Babe
Walialla Fur
Lund
Jamel
Sontag
Aising
Acre
Wenak
McCabe
Erwin
Jeli
Portable forge guide for farmers and blacksmiths in 19th century
The article describes how farmers can save money by owning a portable forge and a small anvil, outlining a simple setup with affordable tools for making bolts and repairing gear. It explains the forge cost, transportability, and essential components like a blower, anvil, and basic hand tools, stressing practical DIY metalwork on the farm.
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Wilmar
Othid Midjeck
Bart
Anvek
Tileune
Ministerial Tour of the Boldfields in Western Readiness
A lengthy dispatch reviews the ministerial tour of the Boldfields region east of Perth, recounting visits to Wyre, Walkar, Gyatla, Leonora, Murrin, and other mining towns. The piece discusses prospects for state involvement in mining, railway implications, and the potential for economic reform to spur development and employment, with emphasis on infrastructure and regional growth.
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Perth
Mir
Colar
Joem iVied
Collie
Ruse
NW Niles
Golebislits
Itonzies
Woalkar
Gyatla
Sir Sammie
Oogurdin
Rome Quartere
Maxomh
Femlure
Nuiber
Wamll
Ahewk Venik
Furan
Pilin
Manty Cammot
Little Sims
Alwayn McHance
Big Mine
Youangie
Diane
Deriby
Parison
Rama Sovino
Meyers
Breach of Condition Affects Land Block Purchase
The minister and an interview reveal alleged breaches tied to land purchases and lending. A parliamentary inquiry examined applicants, officials, and a block at Kovmwninins with plans for clearing and cultivation, noting delayed actions, contested terms, and disputes over purchase conditions and public duties.
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Mir
W. D. Johnsen
Uodtamt
Som
Avideuthy
Tulagram
Loul
Botmirise
Ince
Chiaunautere
Kvinmiain
Lomo
Monars Brace
Kovmwninins
Labs Board
oVidenes
Soesien
Anwar
Chad
Bert Foo
Catia
Mit
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Otto" Kelly
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Tire
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Boldfields
MR. Collier
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Cooper's
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