Trouble in Zululand as Zulus mobilise and Natal plans action
London reports Dinizalu the paramount Zulu leader mobilising and sending emissaries across Zululand and surrounding territories. Natal Government prepares force with 5000 regulars and 3000 reserves, aiming for about 10000 troops. Estimates place Zulu fighting strength near 30000 with rifles and ammunition, while allied figures and internal dynamics remain uncertain.
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London
Dinizalu
Natal
Zululand
Swerland
Masutoland
Dinixalu
Reuter
Diaizulo
Colmso
Colenso
Suffragette Meeting Targeted by Nottingham Students
Miss Pankhurst attempted to address a Woman's Suffrage meeting in Nottingham but was disrupted by students who released tame mice on the platform. Wil Pankhurst then captured and fondled the animals amid the disruption.
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London
Miss Pankhurst
Woman's Suffrage Movement
Nottingham
Wil Pankhurst
The New York Crisis Disappointing Message From December 4
President Hoosevelt delivers a message to Congress described as disappointing by the Times. An influential group of bankers has criticized reforms, while the Academy of Political Belphia advocates limited changes. The text is fragmentary and reflects political tension.
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Tandon
Hoosevelt
Leedon
Academy of Political Belphia
Extraordinary Tragedy in Poland Robber–Killing Farm Family
Report from Poland describes a dramatic incident where a farmer was murdered during a night drive to fetch a helper. While the farmer was away, a second robber attempted to rob the farmer’s wife, who surrendered valuables and then killed the attacker with an axe as he checked the loot. When a second robber returned, she killed him as he entered the door.
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Londos
Poland
Amam
Mihen
Congo Free State Annexation Bill Referred by Belgian Chamber
London reports that the Bill ratifying the Congo Free State annexation by Belgium has been sent to a Committee. The Crown domain will be handled separately and administered by an official appointed by the Government, with annual reports planned.
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London
Congo Free State
Officis
Goverment
Lord Loreburn Married in Westminster Crypt Chapel
Lord Loreburn the Chancellor was married yesterday to Misa Violet Hicks-Bench in the Crypt Chapel below Westminster Abbey. The ceremony was conducted by the Bishop of London in the historic chapel where two previous marriages have taken place.
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London
Lord Loreburn
Tondon
Misa Violet Hicks-Bench
Elow Westminster
Monte Carlo Murderer Declared Degenerate and Statue Defaced
A Monte Carlo murderer named Goold has been declared degenerate, reducing his legal responsibility. General Nicholson's statue was defaced at Dale, with an unknown assailant unconfirmed.
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Goold
Nicholson
Nickolon
Dale
The Russian Buma and Cape Colony Civil Servants Exemption
The Ceay annotated message from the Duma indicates willingness to relieve the scalierata expressed and awaiting the Dumas productive work. The Supreme Court of Cape Colony rules under Civil Service Act that the Government is not allowed to retrench evil pervanta.
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London
Ceay
Duma
Dumas
Supreme Court of
Cape Colony
Civil Service Act
All-Red Mail Route Subsidy Hinted by New Zealand Official
Mr W P Reeves high commissioner announces strong prospects of the Brtish Government subsidising an all red route mail service. A train collision at Port Junction Worse Wales injures 31 and a French balloon Le Patrie escapes Verdun and drifts over Glasgow this morning.
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London
W. P. Reeves
New Zealand
Terembar
le Patrie
Verdun
Glasgow
Liner Mowat Temple Wrecked In Storm Off Rover Stotia
Reported wreck of the liner Mowat Temple on a homebound voyage near Rover Stotia during violent snow storms. Passengers, numbered around 100, were landed ashore in baskets. The Times notes demoralized mood in London amid the financial crisis.
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London
Mowat Temple
Explorer claims reprisals behind recent murders in caube
E. J. Blake, maske of Canning's party, says killings by blacks stem from reprisals for alleged mistreatment by the explorers. He accuses the party of seizing natives property as curios and altering walls for native use.
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Perth
E. J. Blake
Canning
Comney
Pemciowker
The Belmont Tragedy Trial Delayed To March
Tim believed Moore’s trial cannot take place until March. Moore admits guilt but says the murder was committed under great provocation.
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Perth
Tim
Moore
Clara Butt's Concert Manager Summoned for Overcrowding
Perth report states theatre manager J W Tait was summoned after last night overcrowding during Madam Clara Butt's performance. The Port Hedland outbreak case involves moving infected to a quarantine zone inland.
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Perth
Dev. J. W. Tait
Clara Butt
Coment
Port Hedlandere
Parliamentary Progress on Tax and Rail Bills in Perth
In Perth the Legislative Council saw the second reading of the Land and Income Tax Bill moved and the debate adjourned. The Government Railways Amendment Bill passed the Legislative Assembly. The Electoral Bill has passed the Assembly and is sent to the Council for review. Melbourne, December 4, Aare Gold Bayete Ba Ben bone.
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Perth
This Bay
Legislative Council
Legislative Assembly
Assembly
Council
Melbourne
Ben Bone
Premier moves irrigation scheme for Peking Creek SA
In the South Australian Legislative Assembly the Premier proposed using revenue to fund a large irrigation project at Peking Creek, aiming to carry out the scheme through state funds.
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Adelaide
Peking Creek
Perth Cup and Railway Stakes Scratches Noted
Meteorite reports Perth Cup and Railway Stakes alterations including Mariner scratched from both events. J G Cossin owns the 40 Riveras steamer property with Cleland’s Apologes noted for December 31 meeting. Mazarin allegedly sold for 1000 pounds. Pixielade to race as Pixie Lad in Thorins. Kingbolt seen working for yearend meetings. New Zealand shelter death noted with care for its owner.
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B L. Cleland
Apologes
L. Basher
J. G. Cossin
Spee
W.a-T.c
Bumdsler
Marlborough
Walter
Missionum
Mariner
Moonee Valley Races Result Summary
Moonee Valley races show Wok winning the main race with Teme second in 1.34 over the mile. Valley Hamicaf placed third in a short field. Heligoland won the Welter Plate by half a length in 15 seconds for six furlongs. Welter Purse race details indicate a purse of 88 sovs over six furlongs with a first place finisher listed.
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Heligoland
Nova
Rowing activity surges at local shed with coaches assisting
Considerable rowing training occurs daily at the local shed with five four oared crews and scullers active. Mr Farrand and Mr Walter RM join mornings to coach, aiding notable improvements in form and enthusiasm noted by the Gerakiton Rowing Club secretary during a press visit.
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Farrand
Walter
Gerakiton Rowing Club
Press
Gerakdioa
A. Club Regatta Held With Gala Aftermath
From our own correspondent the rowing season ended with a Saturday shivoo by the W.A.R.C. A large gathering of ladies and gentlemen attended a display featuring a mock window altar and a post race motor smoke reception. Trophies presented by Mr Justin Burnside were inscribed for the winners at the best house.
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W.A.R.C
Wan Bo Doubi
Hetthet
Besthouse
Justin Burnside
Test match selection for first test at Melbourne Leader notes
Cricket fans in Melbourne read a Leader clipping listing Mid On selection for the first test. Names include W. W. Armstrong H. Carter A. Cotter R. A. Bus G. Hazlitt C. Gl G. Macartney M. Noble V. Rensford J. V. Saunders and V Trumper.
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Melbourne
W. W. Armstrong
H. Carter
A. Cotter
R. A. Bus
G. Hazlitt
C. Gl
G. Macartney
M. 4. Noble
V. Rensford
J. V. Saunders
V_ ‘Trumper
Cooperative Bakery Formed in Town Meeting
A meeting of about 40 residents at the Town Hall discussed forming a cooperative bakery following a price rise in flour. Mr B Dooley chaired as plans were outlined to start with an estimated cost of £100 and a potential joint venture with the Co-operative Stores. About £50 was subscribed in the meeting room to support the effort.
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B. Dooley
Ami
Benad
Moers
Stafford
Cullis
Pridle
Williams
Carclad
Geraldtom
Whittle and Barns
Parpess
Christmas number of Western Mail features Australian art stars
The 1907 Christmas number of the Western Mail highlights the West Australian Christmas humor issue with old cartography by Ida Lae Quaint and maps of Dirk Hartog and the Batavia wreck. It praises Lady-ide 3 Rentoul May Gibbs for the cover and illustrated pages, notes P Stanway Tapps water color of WA bush blossoms, and mentions Ren Strange humorous Metacomje style pieces and Arm Mary for children. The editor prize the year’s artistic preeminence in Australia and compare this issue to prior prints.
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Western Mail
West Australis
Corde
Ida Lae
Dirk Hartog
Batavia
Toa
Ledie—Ide 3
Rentoul
May Gibbs
P. Stanway Tapp
W.A. Bush
Ren Strange
Mary
Australia
Onkabella Estate Not To Be Purchased For Settlement
The Western Mail notes disappointment as the Onkabella estate will not be bought for close settlement, a setback that dismays many interested in the district and echoes past expectations.
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Onkabella
Auction of Geraldton property and town lots 1907 style
AUCTION. ABOUT £5000. JESS KIDD offers many Geraldton lots at THE CLUB HOTEL on Saturday 71st December 1907. Items include GERALDTON TOWN LOT 74 with warehouse, TOWN LOT 577 vacant, LOT 30 Demions Store dwellings, LOT 73 with four brick shops, and portions of suburban lots 8 9 overlooking show grounds. Some frontages and room for building noted.
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Jess Kidd
Club Hotel
Geraldton
Orhaldton
Eleanor
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