Fire at Broken Mill Chambers in Melbourne Eight-Story Block
Telegrams report a late Friday night fire at Broken Mill Chambers an eight storeyed building in Melbourne. The blaze started near ground or basement level and spread through the lift shaft to the roof. Top floor residents were evacuated as firefighters arrived. Caretaker John Griffith and his family escaped with Griffith carried down the stairway. he suffered smoke inhalation but was unhurt overall.
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Melbourne
Broken Mill Chambers
John Griffith
Griffiths
Bank robbery at Royal Bank Mel Louris corner
Police investigate audacious theft at the Royal Bank on the corner of Collin and Elizabeth streets in Mel Louris. Broker Scott attempted to deposit £106, leaving a satchel on the counter. after lifting the five chetels the satchel vanished unseen by staff and witnesses. Officers seek clues to recover the stolen money and identify the thief.
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Royal Benk
Collin and
Elizabeth Streets
Mel Louris
Scott
Perth Jury Finds Woman Died While Temporarily Insane
In August in Perth witnesses testified about a Mary Nlerg who, after heavy drinking, attempted self harm leading to her death. A nine year old boy described seeing his mother drink, set matches, and set fire to clothing. He fled as she jumped into a shaft. The jury found death resulting from temporary insanity.
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Perth
Mary Nlerg
Harhupks
Coulestetin
Tate
Nat
Wil
Hannans Electorate Sees Possible Candidacy
The Mayor of Kalgoorlie Mr Rosenberg is likely to run for Hannans as Perth reports on August 1. In Lake View the jury added a rider to the John Mapherson verdict noting the dump should not have been undermined to a dangerous extent.
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Perth
Kalgoorlie
Rosenberg
Hannans
John Maspherson
Lake View
Dongare Board of Health
Dongarra
Hugties
Perth Case of Manslaughter Ends With Bail Granted
In Perth in August Tetiin White was arrested and charged with the manslaughter of Jane Asnic Snej. Bail has been allowed. The chase trade cranes face trouble as masters say they can supply breed as usual if all the a remain resolved.
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Perth
Tetiin White
Jane Asnic Snej
Centralisation drive seeks longer Perth railway line
Perth August 1 deputation to the Government pressed continuation of the promised Perth to Marree der y railway through Beverley or Williams. They argued the route would bring the latze district’s produce to Perth or Fremantle, the natural port for which is Bunbury. The Colonial Treasurer noted the railway funding problem and promised serious consideration.
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Perth
Tlk
Herth
Marredery
Beverley
Williams
Fremantle
Latze
Bonbury
Trenaurer
State Finances Reflect July Deficit and Yearly Shortfalls
July accounts show a deficit of £47,769, bringing the total deficit to £258,563. Commonwealth refunds total £23,004, below July last year. State revenue during the month reached £6,000 less than the same period last year.
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Perth
Commonwealth
Hobart Admits Two After Critical Injuries
Tasmania Hobart August 1 Theman Bock and Mics Bradley have been admitted to Hobart hospital. They are in critical condition but there are hopes for Bradley's recovery.
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Hobart
Aujuat
Theman Bock
Mics Bradley
Pilal
Teth
Mim Bradley
Storms Ground Vessels Near Newcastle and Wreck Bays
Stormy easterly conditions lashed New South Wales ports as Mareiba wrecked at Stockton light near Newcastle and scow Hikin ran ashore at Wreck Bay. Prospects of total loss loom for both vessels as bad weather persists.
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Sydney
Stockton Light
Newcastle
Hikin
Wreck Bay
Admiralty Clears Rebels in Dissent Between Admirals
London reports in August that the Admiralty is satisfied with the handling of the dispute between Admiral Lord Heresford and Admiral Sir Percy Scott. No blame is attached to others in the matter.
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London
Admiralty
Lord Heresford
Percy Scott
Acquittal of Stevier at Old Marley Court
London August 1 R Stevier cleared on charge of attempting blackmail on J B Joel acquittal greeted by cheering crowd outside Old Marley court verdict announced amid public relief and reaction by onlookers
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London
R. Stevier
Marley
Wwe
J.B. Joel
Tarrant’s Brilliant Score for Middlesex Echoes in Glow Crater
Tarrant scored 152 runs for Middlesex against Glow Crater, delivering a standout batting display. His innings powered Middlesex to a strong position, highlighting his Technical prowess and leadership with the bat.
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London
Middlesex
Glow Crater
Tarrant
Turkey's Troubles and the Sultans Lost Power
The Sultan granted a constitution to forestall Young Turk plots while the party's leaders remain unseen. Many of the sultan’s spies and favorites flee the palace as Rome’s crowds manage the scene.
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London
Young Turk’ Party
Young Turks
Rome
Zulu Chief Diniculu Committed for Trial After Star Chamber Hearing
In Zululand Diniculu the paramount chief and eldest son of Cetewayo faced a prolonged Star Chamber proceeding and was committed for trial. He protested that public opinion and alleged criminal charges by enemies biased the case and claimed his innocence could have been proved if his lawyers had been allowed to present evidence. The article notes his title and the meaning of his name, reflecting tensions between the Zulu and rivals during ongoing conflicts.
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London
Diniculu
Star Chamber
Preseration Poinomad
Zululand
Dinizaln
Inez
Cetewayo
Labor unrest and advertising rackathon in London August report
Miscellaneous notes from London describe after Paris riots the General Confederation of Labour urging unions to imitate Builders' Unions tactics against government repression. A misprint lists an advertising letter rack by Bourne in Ferguson and Co with a clock panel and artist A Bel grove, plus a crop report noting cold mornings and a forecast of needed rain for crops.
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London
Paris
General Confederation of Labor
Yaluady Wanifes
Uaics
Paris Pro
Claen
Ton Federation of Labor
C. Bourne
Mesers
J. M. Ferguson and Co
Marwood
Botela
A. Belgrove
Black Range District Reveals Rising Goldfield Prospects
Geraldton reader notes describe the Black Range district 90 miles east of Mt. Magnet as an emerging mining area with about 300 residents. Birrigrin and Montague host mines and promising belts, while Birrigrin mine shows £50,000 gold yield from 6,000 tons yet faced capital issues. Pastoral country expands, gardens and orchards grow, beef and mutton high quality though prices rise.
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Black Range
Goldfeld
Mt. Magnet
Ytara
Ami
Sendstome
Birrigrin
Sandsrome
Melbourne
Geraldton
T. Tohasteon
Broa
W. T. George
H. J. Beamders
Montague
Birrigeia
Caledonian
Callaham Aml Neilands
Musical All Blacks Impress Geraldton Audience at Town Ball
A thin but talented company made their Geraldton debut to a warmly appreciative crowd. The orchestra delivered a bright program with superb balance and clever instrumental display. Nellie Black stood out for contralto richness, while Miss Flera Blank and Mr. J Black provided graceful performances and comic touches. The company impressed as masters of many instruments, though some vocal sections showed room for refinement.
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Geraldton
Dynamo
Kimerlf
Mersell
Nellie Black
Hans Seng
Flera Blank
Mae Bantiat
J. Black
Ivan
Mise Flare
Bert Black
Keim
Mise Nellin Black
Herbert Carroll
Carroll
Page
Waly Mead
Interna
Large
Clear
Emi Bright
Bight
Yahoo Snowredsy
Personal Items From Perth Train Money Figures
Personal items and names including Mr TP Stowe ALLA Carson Conway RM Cochrane and J L Ballagter were among the pramaume from Perth by yesterday to aing's express. Mr Raymond Gee ILM, who gave idea im the Caron Tirien appearat, has returned to Geraldton.
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TP. Stowe
Alla
Carson
Conway
Rm, Cochrane
J. L. Ballagter
Perth
Aing’s Express
Raymond Gee
ILM
Geraldton
Railway Hotel Sale Reported at Mutlawa
A four year old imported stock story appears to summarize a sale involving the Railway Hotel at Mutlawa. The text mentions an individual named Tug and a person named Combe as related to the ownership transfer.
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Sant Sture Bere
Ere Tug
Mutlewa
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Marike Terrace
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