Capricious Carpings From a Colonial Paper
A curio-filled critique of Fremantle society and Perth politics via the Fremantle Herald and Sunday Times echoes. It lampoons publishers Pearce and Beresford, mocks officials and franchise rules, describes Geraldton Week plans, and recalls riotous colonial nights, cricket, and harbor visits in old Western Australia.
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Mr. Nelson
Fremantle Herald
Uwn
Pearce
Beresford
Sunday Times
Walker, Drayton
Wayward
Vosper
Exchange Wins The Cup At Gascoyne Meeting
The second day of the Gascoyne Racing Club annual meeting at Carnarvon ended with heavy betting and several close finishes. Exchange, ridden by Hardy, won the Carnarvon Cup over Persever, with Jupiter and Purity among other contenders. Other races included the District Plate, Publicans Purne, Muary Scurry, Squatters Handicap, and Tates Bracelet, with notable performances by Pebble, Sylvatter, and Yowagie. Dividend payouts ranged around £1 to £2.
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Carnarvon
Gascoyne Racing Club
Amel
Nelson's Column on Friendly Societies and Local Elections
An editorial style reflection argues for a juvenile lodge among Odd Fellows and praise for Friendly Societies in Britain as thrift providers and sickness relief. It links old-age pensions to actuarial tables, notes forthcoming mayoral elections in Western Australian towns, and muses on potential candidates and civic clubs in Geraldton, Kalgoorlie, Perth, Fremantle, and Port Geraldton with local figures named in passing.
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Charles Ratcliffe
Lodge of Oddfellows
Kalgoorlie
Perth
Fremantle
Geraldton
John Taylor and Armstrong in a town political row
A lengthy local piece argues Armstrong should seek reelection to the council, praising Mayor Frank Armstrong’s term and proposing John Taylor as a capable successor or continued critic. It notes past council criticisms, shifts to military camp critiques, and lampoons critics while asserting council service as an antidote to faultfinding.
Sinn Fein Seeks Separation of Irish Affairs in Dublin
London report says Sinn Fein aims to separate Irish affairs from the British Government. The organization pursues a strategy to break up central authority, advocating autonomy in Dublin.
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London
Sinn Fein
Capa
Dritieh
Inter-State Melbourne Farmer John Jester Heroic Family Call
Victoria report details a well known farmer John Jester from theataamatite region who, after dinner, called his children to bid them affectionately. He was later found deceased, with authorities unsure if a tragic accident or self harm caused the death as harvest concerns weighed on him.
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Melbourne
Puesdiay
John Jester
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Tie
Fire at Manchester destroys Barbour warehouse
Fire destroyed the Manchester warehouse of Messrs. Robert Barbour Brothers last night causing damage estimated at £121,000. No injuries reported. Authorities are assessing the cause as investigations continue.
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London
Robert Barbour Brothers
Manchester
Ferry Accident Near Tichnoml Causes Drowning
In Melbourne on a Tuesday, Trans Nielsen fell into the water when the rope broke while crossing the ferry at Tichnoml and was drowned.
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Melbourne
Thesday
Trans Nielsen
Tichnoml
Aml Neilsen
Edison predicts Marconi sends 100 words a minute
The report from TLemdion on Tuesday notes Mr. Edison expects Marconi within a decade to transmit about 100 words a minute across the Atlantic. This glimpse of early wireless progress highlights rapid growth in transatlantic communication and Edison’s cautious forecast of future capabilities.
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Atlantic
Cholera Outbreak Ravages Russia With 8229 Cases
Cholera has been rampant in Rus sia, there being 8229 cases during the past three months, of which 1905 have proved fatal.
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London
Russia
Tasmanian worker shoots self after drinking bout
In Launceston on Tamaday an employee named William James, working at a former Wenward, reportedly drank heavily and shot himself. Police say the incident occurred after a drinking bout, with no further details available.
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Launceston
William James
Wenward
Hamburg-America Plans Monster Steamer For Atlantic Run
The Hamburg-American Shipping Company announces construction of a 47000 ton monster steamer capable of 18 knots to bolster transatlantic service and compete with rival liners. The move signals a major push in commercial tonnage and speed amid postwar shipping expansion.
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London
Hamburg-American Shipping Company
Fire devastates half a street in Mildura, reports scarce
A disastrous fire in Mildura caused severe destruction with only partial details available. Adelaide dispatches note the blaze disrupted a long stretch of the street. officials have not confirmed full extent or causes. Further updates awaited.
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Adelaide
Mildura
Dort Rowel
Train wrecking attempts foiled at Queenstown coast
Two attempts to wreck trains off the Queenstown coast were thwarted. The fragment notes destruction of Scottish crops with estimated damage around £2,500,000 amid heavy rain.
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London
Queenstown
Trelam
New Zealand News Brief Reports Meter Touch Incident
News from Whangape notes a meter touch incident causing disruption. Auckland officials report seven objects involved and ongoing investigations. Local authorities urge calm as details remain unsettled.
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Auckland
Thesday
Whangape
Spanish King Escapes Fall From River Bridge
King Alphonso of Spain narrowly escaped drowning when a bridge he was crossing in the wooded district of Terida collapsed. He was precipitated into the river but was rescued unharmed. Local authorities reported no injuries to the monarch.
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Lonion
Tursiny
Alphonso
Spain
Colonial Secretary opens bills on navigation and infant protection
In Parliament Perth this morning the Colonial Secretary gave notice to introduce a bill amending the navigation laws of 1904 and a measure to provide protection for infant life. The Workers Compensation Act Amending Bill was read a first time. The Marine Insurance Bill passed through Committee along with the Peace Force Consolidation Bill. The Registration of Birth Deaths and Marriages Bill was read a second. The House adjourned until next session.
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Perth
Britannia Delayed Arrival Of Albast Concert Party
Local report describes the RMS Britannia arriving in Perth hours late after a voyage from Adelaide marked by furious gales. The Albany based Albast concert party was aboard. Weather conditions were tempestuous, disrupting the travel schedule and delaying the performance cohort.
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Albast
Adelaide
Wheat market surge in London Twewias trade
The wheat market remains very strong in London Twewias with selling advancing from 1s to 1s Cal per quarter. Strong demand pushes prices higher as traders note brisk activity and limited supply in the quarter market.
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London
Twewias
The Hangman Atoned: De Kilchilan’s Last Prayer
Perth reports the execution of Te Kilchilan for the murder of Miss Leah Fouracre. At the moment the rope was tightened he spoke a prayer seeking mercy, claimed as a general plea for pardon by officials, while supporters say it was a confession of guilt.
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Te Kitchilan
Leah Fouracre
de Kilchilan
Jesus
Weather Turns Cooler With Scattered Shower
Yesterday saw cooler conditions and a small evening shower, with a record of 2 points. The barnecter read 80.041 this morning versus 30057 yesterday. Thermometer ranged from a high of 74.8 F to a low of 63.9 F.
The Claimant En Route to England
W T Morris claimant of the Page estate in England travels via Fremantle on RMS Britannia with Sweney syndicate representatives to fund the prosecution of his claim. Morris says he is optimistic and believes he can establish his claim soon as he proceeds to England.
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Perth
W. Tl. Morris
England
Sweney
Fremantle
Mr. Morris
Expressa
Treasurer Leads Second Reading On Land and Income Tax
Legislative Assembly debates Land and Income Tax proposals as the Treasurer explains key features. The motion to adjourn is moved by Mr Bath. The Toure enters Committee on supply proposals with Bath criticizing the Budget in sharp terms while Mr Troy questions Treasurer figures. Several items pass and the House adjourns.
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Bath
Troy
Wilson
Waroona Murder Letter Shapes Governor’s View
A letter claiming an eyewitness exonerates de Kitchilan in the Waroona murder was sent to the Governor-General Lord Northcote. Cabinet discussed it but deemed the signature undecipherable and the document not compelling, so the prior execution orders remain in force.
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Wareons
Lord Northcote
de Kitchilan
Victoria
Kennan
Thich
Forte
Mayors Race Looms After Voters’ Requisition
At a city council meeting Mayor F G Armstrong revealed a requisition signed by 28 ratepayers asking him to nominate for mayor next year. He planned to retire but agreed to stand again amid the water scheme now moving toward completion. Dr Smith, previously urged to run, has also faced a signed requisition and plans to seek the office. Strong committees are forming to back rival candidates, signaling a potentially keen contest.
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F. G. Armstrong
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Long Lost Timor? Mine Remains Found Near Coolgardie
The remains of a child were found at the Corbine mine near Coolgardie on June 6 by a tinsher feller. The discovery ends a lengthy search and confirms the tragedy.
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Corbine
Coolgardie
Westerdas
Geraldton town hall and baths lease matters in council notes
Correspondence from the Works Department and others covers Manting on sand lift, tank use at jetty for hot and cold baths offered at £5 a year. Council mulls municipalising baths, leases to Fitzgerald and Nichels, and Town Hall issues. Meetings note reserve dates, approvals, and financial concerns. Additional items include Anglican Synod gambling talks and local remarks on Spalling and Geraldton finances.
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Colonia
Tks
Dr. Brede
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Halligan
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Fitzgerald
Nichels
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Local Board of Health Reports Cleaner Town Conditions
The Local Board of Health met after the Municipal Council session. Dr A A Muir Macmorran led a tour from the railway jetty to the Esplanade and nearby streets with the Mayor and health committee to inspect premises for rat presence. Most houses were free of rats. a few reported occasional rats in recent months. The board notes improved conditions compared with 18 months ago and urges public assistance to exterminate ro dents.
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Esplanade Pier
Fi Street
Victoria Hotel
Legand
Willingnes
Faror
Body found in Ewan River identified as Tester
The man found in the Ewan Tiver on Moriday evening is identified as Tester, employed by Mr John Wilkie of Guildford. He appeared to have been drinking on Friday with a friend who saw him safely home. A inquest will be held in Cuiddfond with no signs of suicide.
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Tester
John Wilkie
Guildford
Cuiddfond
Ayer
J.C. Ayer
Carnarvon Church Consecration and Sales Report
The consecration of St George's Church at Carnarvon drew a well filled congregation on Sunday. In nearby St John Catholic Church, Canon Rishon Kelly presided over a similarly well attended service. Today Dempster and Walsh proceed with a sale of 300 horses, a major local event.
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Carnarvon
Taresday
Nutshells on Hanged Man And Mayoral Contention
The report notes the hanging of De Kitchnan and Prays on the gallows for his sins without a full confession. It records Mayor Armstrong contesting the Mayoralty and proposing a water scheme, while J. G. Smith plans to run. The Australian High Court of Appeal sat in the Supreme Court, Perth, yesterday, with duties emphasized and the Labor leader Watson urged to stay until season end. Ti A Spadding, an ex Mayor, is mentioned.
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Australian High Court of Appeal
Supreme Court
Perth
Geraldton Municipal Council Meeting Recap
The Geraldton Municipal Council held its ordinary bi monthly meeting at the Municipal Chambers attended by Mayor F G Armstrong and councillors Bennett Mountain Sroith Trogg Logan Crede and F E Davia. Accounts totaling £181 7s 20d were approved for payment and the town clerk reported receipts since the last meeting from Downer General rates £4 17s 1d pan rates £1748 Gi vent £14 558 Od curt License £18 Impomndamwe Se Gd misceallaneous £0 2s totaling £99 14 Ta General account de £164 49 Lod No 3 loan account er £14 14s Government subsidy due £346 5s.
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