London and French politics collide over military service and empire
In Saint Etienne M Brian denounces compulsory service amid criticism of France's policy and global entanglements. London reports a devastating fire at Park Mansions Knightsbridge with many casualties feared and forty engines at work.
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Hin Mtecemaars
Agadir
Morocco
Hialy
Tripoli
London
Park Mansions
Frits
Knightaheidge
West End
Carton
Dublin Strike Fails Reinstatement Talks
In Dublin on December 22, employers and striking workers failed to agree on reinstatement terms. Both sides now vow to continue fighting, signaling a protracted dispute as Ó Aniech.
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Lendon
Dublin
Alterations to Geraldton jetty impact wheat handling
At a Geraldton Chamber of Commerce meeting officials discussed proposed jetty alterations aimed at shifting rails nine inches to the east to berth more vessels. The plan, seen as unworkable by members, could reduce berths for larger ships and affect wheat handling, prompting calls for engineering review and ministerial correspondence.
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Geraldton
Stevens
Fremantly Harbour
Hon
Chanter Couvileve
Miggest
Hui
Chamber of Comneres
Gevabiton
Railways
Johnsoee
The Midnight Wet and Local Plays Tonight at Snell’s
The Phillip Lytton Company stages The Midnight Wet and a program of older dramas tonight. Camille and The Face at the Window are among titles listed with new acts and star Mia Linden wearing magnified frocks. Doors open 7:30 pm for the performance.
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Phillip Lytton
Veenson
Geraldton
Onittack
Camille
Viel
Mia Linden
Snell's
Great Christmas Offer on Toys and Dolls
Messrs Frank Green and Co offer tomorrow Christmas Eve 200 oy and dolls at 1s each. Goods valued at GD, 2s, and 2 Gd each. Seize this chance to delight children for Xm Day.
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Messrs
Frank Green and Co
Lemorrow
Unopposed Kalgoorlie Seat Contested by One Nomination
Kalgoorlie voters face a single nomination for the seat in the House of Parliament as only Thal Wt Mr Aug iAEyhon appears on the ballot. In Perth the Senate debate over the Transcontinental Railway and federal policy unfolds with government funding and possible future dissolution discussed. Auckland faces monetary losses from the waterside strike with estimates of £260,000 in regional losses and £60,000 in wages.
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Kalgoorlie
Weenie
Dalives
Aug Iaeyhon
Tabour Caiutidale Anc
Shoekars Eit
Perth
John Forrest
Tv We Feom Methour Yecteriay
Tie
Infer- Hing
Senate
Prevent Senate
John
Betiow
Ftv
Wellington
Auckland
Southampton Handicapper Questions Equal Weights in Races
Correspondence page letters complain that a mare named Richshot received different handicap weights of 100 and 108 for two races with identical distances and furlongs. The writer asks the official who framed the handicaps to explain the discrepancy.
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Sorthampton
Richshot
Steve Handy
Radnor Shows Firm Pace in Derby Prep Despite Chill
In Perth Radnor moves well on the tack while Pilbarra struggles with a slight chill. Veterinary checks by Mr Mcintosh conclude the colt’s ailment is not serious. Derby betting widens with Pilbarra dropping to two to one after a promising gallop and Radnor rising to six to four as Stakes markets shift. Lilywell leads Perth Cup betting at five to one while Artesian and Camballo follow.
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Perth
Radnor
Iftnin
Pilbarra
Itaire D'Amour
Mccintosh
McIntooh
Aflaine A'Amour
Lucky Beggar
Lilywell
Artesian
Uve
Camballo
Ampton Turf Club Acceptances for January Meet
The Ampton Turf Club announces acceptances for its January meeting on the 1st and 2nd. Distinct races include the District Plate at one mile with Hobble Skirt bearing 110, Galloways Handicap with Pellet 400, and the Northampton Cup over furlongs featuring Krish Jobany and Tremai 2013. Hailstone and Alum Peralight are also listed among acceptances.
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Krish Jobany
Races and Disorderly Conduct Report from Victoria District
A letter from Steve Haddy alleges barred entry for his horse in Corinthian Handicap and Ladies Bracelet by the Victoria District committee before stewards revised rules. Separate item notes a man named Mari O Brien facing disorderly conduct charges after a recent arrest and subsequent bail process.
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Victoria
Wtmb
V.D.I.C
Sir McDougall
Bowser
Umler
Steve Haddy
Bazaar at Northawptes raises hopes for church debt
A 19th century style bazaar held in Kities Hall aims to raise around £100 to pay off church debt. stalls run by Mrs T A Drage, Mrs EA Smith, Mrs Scott, Mrs Wing and others offer refreshments, flowers, toys and fancy goods. The event opened by the Rector Rev H E King. Tomorrow Christmas Eve stores advertise 200 toys at reduced prices for early buyers.
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Kitie’s
Ube
Baddera
T. A. Drage
Bowes
Northampton
Ioods
EA. Smith
Scott
Yuba
Toy State
Wing
Taseka
Marwood
Tiray
Ute
H. E. King. Th
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Televir Ams
Western
Austeria
Mie Manos
Ish Jom Formest
THE
Transcontinental Railway
New Zealand
Sale
Frank Green & CO
BIG Store
Provincial Dental Company
Marine Terrace
Southampton
Gonslp
PROM
Norti
Ampton Turf Club
Mari O Brien
TC. Buckey
Jis
Mons
Northawptes
Emu’ Yall, Boys
Y.A.L
Ious
Town Hall
Dongarra Mechanica’ Institute
Rimoms
Hou
Direstor
Xmas Ak
Philip Lytton
Wy Nand
Oliday
Dengarre
Douglas
Midland Railway Company OF Western Australia Ltd
Dancary
Sabheies
Midland Junction
Wail
W. Stead
Geo. Ste
Miss Ollson
Midland Jumtion
Gerakiten
Cem Baems
Choman
Board
Fuunaway
Bch
Lytiums Moving Theatre
BWRET
Aamist
Linis Fice
Geraldtcn
F.C
Gomanes Wa Bakery
Mare Tarren
esefel_ Girl
Prancia
Tad
Wes
Mamplian
Philip Lyttes Dramatic Company
Pec Bormer
Ie Maring
An Inai Bhay
Tom Roberts
Neraldten
Fang
Dalgety & Company, Ltd
Gersictes
Oliver’s Clothing Company
Gunfral Outfitters
Club Hotel
Rive Terrace
Barry
Arthur J. Davies
Geraldtodt
Engelbrecht
Engelbrecht & CO
Cote
H. Wickham
Elite Supply Co
Pivers
Actien
Marine Torace
Gerabdtom
the Coliseum
Stone
Geraldton Land, Investment, & Building Co
Union Bank
Gardner Bros
Mount Lyell Manures
Manchester Assurancempany
James Haydon
West Australia
Barrons
Agekcultural Bank
Jantate Ol Okee
Victoria District Co-Operative Flour Milling Co., Ltd
Moe Been
Por Cale
Chogy Melba
Gregory Seers
Uae
Nim Gee Ranwlune
Carla
Avethamae
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