Early tradesman and unionist Thomas Brown shaped Western Australia politics
Thomas Telximan Brown born November 2 1803 in Bacchue Marsh Victoria migrated to Melbourne and pursued carpentry joining the Trades Hall, then moved through the Amalgamated Society of Carpenters and joiners. He later worked in River Daring Bourke district and Geraldton WA as foreman and businessman, becoming a Labor organizer, campaigner, and Justice of the Peace with notable influence in Geraldton elections and local labor movements.
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Thomas Telximan Brown
Bacchue Marsh
Victoria
Melbourne
Carpenters’ Society
Trenwich
Wile
Hambcock
Bromley
Alnoras
W. Do. Ney
Alterwarts
Ab. Malrimlale
Wipmeland
Amalgamated Society of Carpenters and Dotanen
Ichonde
Daring
Bourke Tintriet
N.S.W
Ferenson Ant Co., Ltd
Richard Honey
Geraldton
Buller
Tor Queensland
Pest Wali
W.A
Ant
Lumpers” Union
Justice of the Peace
Tnd
Wai
Railway Stakes And Field Odds From The January Meet
A fragmented summary of race entries and results lists multiple horses and owners, including King May, Mando, Shamrock, Mary, Siesta, and Jack Smith, with several stakes and placements. The notes mention Railway Stakes dated January 1, 19%, with fields and entrants such as Lady Charm, Mariner, Mutineer, and Wallace Park, alongside distances, weights, and race details. The garbled text records numerous horse names, figures, and venues like Kilmore and Lachlan, reflecting a busy race card and event results from the period.
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Ine Spee
Orel Boy
Shamrock
Miller
Wallace Park
Harley
Lachlan
Circutus
Avia Ove
Jack Smith
Jon
Mariner
Mutleeor
Frehanteur
Stowvwesn
Honder Soo
Siesta
May Kine
Coaraviten
Durhar
Rae
Stuart Benhow Renti
Miner Hewiteher
Rhubarb
RMA
Racraml Katoomba Look Smith Mariner Ae ' R
Sime
Siesta Baa Ritwelle
Rail T. Michteton Ain
Tg Warrior TF
Ta Simmer
Pleht
Mac
Pranhecy
Clarionet
Foote
Yeria
Wheetarm
John Martin Fund Benefit Concert at The Cremorne
The John Martin Fund benefit concert arranged by Mins Coleman raised £60 45 towards the fund to aid Mr Martin in Perth for failing eyesight. The programme opened with a soldier’s song and featured local performers including Mrs Ford, Mr Jones, Mr Eskell, Mr Piper, Miss Coleman, and Mr Thompson, with strong attendance and praise for the evening despite a brisk breeze. The event closed after the National Anthem with thanks from Mr WF James as chairman.
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Mins Coleman
Martin
Cremorne
Shamrock Hotel
Hin
Perth
Rm Pogramme
Mr. Jones
Mes. Ford
Mr. Bennett
Eskell
de Berve
Mike Coleman
Nanh
Mise Colerman
Mra. Ford
Mr. Piper
Wolves
Ivkell
Piper
Ford
King
Mrs. Ford
Miss Coleman
Nash
Mr. T Marry Thompson
WF James
Kicily Arias
Mr. Ford
Tro
Thea
Sheens
Mr. Mills
Chamberlain's Cough Remedy Promises Quick Cure
When you catch cold do not risk unproven preparations. Chamberlain's Cough Remedy not only stops the cough but heals and strengthens weakened bronchial tubes, helping prevent further illness. Sold by J. H. Chapman in Marine, Michigan Territory, and Geraldton.
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Chamberlain
Alwayn
J. Hf. Chapman
Marine Tetaro
Geraldtou
John Martin fund proceeds raise for Perth eye treatment
A fundraising concert at Cremorne raised £18 for the John Martin fund to aid a fellow in Perth needing special eye treatment. The event featured Miss Coleman and Mr Mills as accompanists with support from Mr Ford and others, listing many small contributions and acknowledgments from local patrons and publicans.
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Cremorne
John Martin Fund
W. H. James
Poe c
Perth
Greenough Ball Promotes Charity At St Catherine Hill Event
Greenough News reports a married ladies ball at St Catherine's Hill praised as one of the most successful in town. Despite many elderly residents avoiding formality, committees led by Mrs J W Waldeck Mrs D Dinas Mrs A Olinek and others organized a fine supper and table arrangements. Attendance and effort drew compliments though dress failures and illness among committee members caused some disruptions. Mr Waldeck and supporting gentlemen managed the hosting despite absences.
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Greenough
St. Catherine's Hill
Iffvenna
Ealent Jant
Coumte
Medames
J. W. Waldeck
D. Dinas
A Olinek
A. Waifeld
le Leverman
W. Wilson
Raynolds
Walkaway Trail meeting and famed Abrolhos bird mystery
Sir F H Wittenoom will address Walkaway electors tomorrow at eight. A fishermen report excites ornithologists worldwide about a huge bird found near the Abrolhos, possibly dead days, with a six to eight foot beak and a thigh‑thick bill. The carcase may be of an unknown sea bird or extinct species. Meanwhile, the post office clock irritates locals as delays persist. authorities refuse to fix it, proposing a modest expense to regulate the timepiece.
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F. H. Wittenoom
Walkaway Trail
Australia
Hermes
Cavnen
Norton
Head Australas Ale Claim Prompts Quick Ad Buzz
An ad line urges readers to drink Head Australas Ale and confess it is the best beer they have tasted, presenting a bold sales claim to entice trying the product.
Geraldton election clash sparks privilege row in Parliament
In Perth the Legislative Assembly heard M F Troy demand the adjournment of the House to probe Geraldton election coverage. He attacked Minister for Mines and member for Coolgardie over statements in The West Australian and The Morning Herald and accused officials of breaching parliamentary privilege by publishing alleged libellous material.
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Perth
Legislative Assembly
M. F. Troy
le Howse
Geraldton
Coolgardie
Trdy Sai
Eddy
Storman
Holman
Tolesram
Troy
Express
Colonial Treasurer
A.pieruyt Polley
Enoupti
Proceetine
Mr. Eddy
Bildy
Black Range
Chapman Railways
Mey
Aurhoede
Fale
Carson
Elec
Ferry
Bomb Throwing Arrest In Theodosia Incident
London dispatch reports a man throwing a bomb at General Davidoll at the port of Theodosia on the Black Sea. The assailant fired repeatedly at a pursuing sergeant before being captured. He claims Austrian ties and says the attack was ordered by the Socialist Revolutionary Party.
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London
Davidoll
Theodosia
Black Sea
Cleneral Davide
Soci Revolutionary Party
Lords Denounce Education Bill Moves to Create 600 Liberal Peers
In London on Tuesday Dr Clifford and two Baptist ministers denounce the Episcopal hierarchy in the House of Lords over the Education Bill. They urge creation of 300 Liberal peers to ensure passage and prevent peers from overriding the will of electors.
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London
Clifford
House of Lords
Sumgenta
Tte
Trolley Accident In Darling District Fatal Fall
A trolley was lured into a shaft and fell ten feet. George Cortin failed to escape and was instantly killed. Fire crews battled a great blaze in the Darling district with efforts to prevent it from reaching the river. No sheep losses reported.
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George Cortin
Darling District
Greatefurty
Leon
Newcastir
Explosion in Hospital Lab Sparks Diptheria Fears
A laboratory explosion at Mercy Hospital in Pennsylvania shattered one hundred culture tubes releasing millions of diphtheria bacteria. Firemen battled the blaze with strong disinfectants as efforts continued to contain the outbreak. The report also references a separate incident titled Fire on French Training.
Fire strikes Toulon training ship and torpedo blasts sink vessel
A fire on a Toulon training ship caused 921 crew members to battle the blaze but fail to extinguish it. Officials later torpedoed the vessel to prevent further danger. Shortly after, six training torpedoes exploded on deck, destroying the vessel.
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Toulon
Fle
Steamer Mamari Collapse During Dock Work
In New Zealand the Shaw Savill steamer Mamari collapsed at the dock during salvage work. Fifty men were cleaning the hull when the vessel toppled, breaking or swallowing the pontoons and capsizing workers into the water. Several were seriously injured, with two men named Wo May and R Clark reported missing.
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Aurklani
Westere
Shaw-Savill
Mamari
Game Docks
Theiwrine
Namel Wo May
R Clark
Port authorities forecast Bremantle visit by search ship
Morritony hints from Contain Smith of MALS that the search will soon reach Bremantle and stay about a week within ten days. The report, though thin, suggests officials plan a preliminary survey and related inspections during the port call.
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Bremantle
Fatal Mining Accident at Ralenorlie Leaves Worker Dead
A fatal mining accident occurred at the Arapa lease near Ralenorlie yesterday afternoon. Alfred Rath, a miner, was killed when a earth fall trapped him during work. He died a few hours after being rescued. Fire insurance premiums also mentioned in the report.
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Ralenorlie
Alfred Rath
Arapa
Tie
Insurance rate war sows public unease among managers
A conference of local managers failed to reach a settlement as insurers continue a fierce rate fight. Advertisements in last night's Daily News claimed lower rates, while the public awaits promised benefits from the broken ring of dealings.
Commonwealth Electoral Rolls Add 192 921 Names
The Commonwealth electoral rolls list 192 921 additional names across states. New South Wales follows Victoria with the largest additions, Queensland 8000, South Australia 758, Western Australia 24 095, and Tasmania 1 913. Melbourne reports the update as of today.
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Melbourne
Wales
Victoria
Queensland
South Australia
West Australia
Tasmania
Land conspiracy case ends with jury mistrial in NSW
In Sydney a land conspiracy trial collapses as jury fails to agree on Crick and Willis while Ratt is acquitted. The night session adjourns at 9 30 with the conspirators still under legal scrutiny. Political debate continues over railway policy and government actions.
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Crick
Willis
Sidney
Ratt
Halfepast
Capricious Carpings From Geraldton Electors
A damaged OCR fragment notes Geraldton election results showing a Labor tilt with Angwin and Tohnkon winning. It critiques the Tabor Ministry, discusses political controversies, and comments on gendered support shifts and public sentiment toward democratic, progressive lines. The piece reflects period tone and speculative outcomes.
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Geraldton
Labor Party
Messrs
Angwin
Tohnkon
Me. Naglish
Controversial Northern Figure’s Political Rhetoric Examined
A verbose critique surveys T.L. Broo and allies in shaping Democratic temper and fair treatment amid contentious, colorful commentary. It notes support from northern members, the role of “Cag wahopt” in township discourse, and evolving Northampton press reactions to political figures and writers.
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Tabor
Trakaia
Tuptey
Trimatin
Mir Tabor
Yale Waters
Fender
Colman
Victoria Hotel
I. Grimish
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Hosken’s Club
Jerseie
Williams
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HTS
Corey
Aml Murchison Goldfields
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Bears and Spirits
Om Oeralotor
J. BE. Ford
Hanlon
the Royal Hotel
William & Wellington Streets
Tarife
W.H Jones
Fropristor
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T.L. Broo
Lanne
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Northampton
Mrammon Amtty
Cassal
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WM. Carson & CO
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