Debated critique of land policy in Federal Parliament
Sir John Forrest attacks the Governments migration claims and land tax policy during the Address in Reply. He argues immigration was not spurred by policy and questions the land tax impact on settlement, praising closer settlement and the 1894 Land Purchase Act while condemning constitutional overreach.
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John Forrest
Sir John Forrest
Australia
Risley
Frazer
John Forest
Labour Party
John Foreest
John Foreest, Continsing
Coser
Ted Wader
Cleer
Mesagre
Valle
Cape
Western Australia
Wight
Land Reform Through Subdivision and Deferred Payments
The passage argues that estates can be subdivided into affordable plots with an easy deferment system so poor families, especially capable men, can become landowners. It notes this is a state matter, not controlled by the Constitution, and states that states have been and will continue to implement the principle for the Commonwealth’s benefit.
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Commonwealth
Yesterday's Wives London Dock Trouble
London reports a labor dispute with workers at Armasport facing hunger and wage cuts. A manifesto urged aid from Mr. Gompers and governments to prevent starvation as authorities take hardline measures against strikes. The piece reflects tense labor conflict and public appeals amid mounting pain.
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London
den Tulett
Spon
Amg
Lee
Fagland
Russo Japanese Agreement Sketched in St Petersburg Report
St Petersburg dispatch describes a tentative Russo Japanese accord delimiting Manchuria and defining timelines. The correspondent notes cautious steps toward settlement and potential bargaining positions presented by both sides. Ambiguities and regional implications are highlighted as diplomacy continues.
Suffragette Outrage Reported At New College Incident
A fragmented dispatch notes a disturbance at a New College site involving three prisoners of German origin. a man, possibly a local citizen, collapsed and was unconscious yesterday amid a critical scene. The text is garbled but indicates a security or civil disturbance tied to suffrage protests.
Federal politics and parliamentary reshuffle in Australia
Report outlines tensions in Parliament as discussions over electoral redistribution and government staffing intensify. Prime Minister hints at a budget plan while Minister O Malley pushes for immediate reforms to electoral offices and the West Australian distribution of electorates. Controversy surrounds the appointment of Mr Whinn as supervising agent for the Transcontinental railway project amid calls for adjournment and inspection of papers.
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Republy
Willis
O'Malley
Houns of
Malles
Amy Fair
Moon
Whinn
Mallewa Notes on Crops and Harrowing Advice
An old column discusses sowing strategies for early and late wheat crops, arguing against thick sowing and praising appropriate thinning, moisture management, and the value of light versus rich land. It warns about pickling seed, crows, mice, and weevils, and critiques harrowing practices as both harmful and beneficial to plant survival.
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Pindaric
Nand-Plain
Mul Cw
Wongan HillsSallows
Molouerae contest launch and crowd highlights
A chaotic ad laden report describes a launch event with various attractions and a panel of exhibitors. It notes a 60 minute and 90 second class display, a lineup of guests, and a supervising figure overseeing competition and outfits. A price-cut sale ad closes the fragment.
Mail Time Table for Western Australian Postal Routes
A historical notice lists daily and selective weekly mail deliveries for numerous towns and lines across Western Australia. It includes Fremantle and Perth daily at 6 am with a Friday 5 20 pm, a complex set of Tuesday Thursday Friday and Saturday timings for various towns, private bags, and lines such as Midland, Murchison, and Meckatharra, plus external and English mail references and a general note at the end.
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Plater
Geraldton
Fast Chapman
Forrester's
Maynard’s
Saunders
Shield's
Midland Line
Bootensi
Dongarra
Strawberry
Carmamah
Coorow
Artino
Georgina
Greenough
Gingin
Irwin
Mingenew
Moora
Three Springs
Walkaway
Murchison
Cue
Day Down
Lake
Austin
Lennonville
Magnet
Newmarracatra
Pindar
Wurargs
Gullewa
Sandstone Pan
Teuindewa
Satdeye Moonyoonoska
Moonyoosooks
Northampton
State Farm
Yona
Yenus
Sod Narating
Woalgerong
Yuin Sta- Won
Tuln Reef
Chinese Patriotism and World Aid Sparks Debate
The Sydney Daily Telegraph notes nations haggle over a proposed loan of £00,000,000 for China while Chinese abroad donate millions through friendly societies. Singapore, Philippines, Hong Kong, and other East regions contribute, with Sun Johnson highlighting funds amassed by political societies. Merchants dispatch large sums as China seeks relief, and subsidies lower prices trigger market panic. At The Coliseum, winter stock reductions aim to spark urgent sales actions across departments.
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Sydney “Daily Telegraph
China
Singapore
Philippines
Hongkong
East
Sun Johnson
Chinese Herald
Sydney
Sonin
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P. C. Carlsen
Yorkshire Fire Insurance Company
Drilball
Piraica
F. W. Warwicker
Groder
Marine Terrace
Charues
Harry M. Marwood
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George H. Johnston Son
Marine Realy
Pope & Pope
Palace Hotel
W. F. Glover
Inspector Lands
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Fuller Brothers
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Erie
Grery Nyepet
William Findlay
Adress Clarke
Perth
Federal Politics
London Dock
St. Petersburg
Manchuria
Bent New College
Jemeiti
Torio
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Minden
Citien
MR. Oulin
Mallewa
Showstone
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Weder Steinzent
Venger
Carp
Tas
Coleum
Fuller's
Adve
F. H. Faulding & CO
Felton, Grinwade
Omnford, Ltd
G. Heal
Fitzgerald Street
Taufik Raad
PHAR
M.S
M.C.S.S
Queen's Buildings
Murray Street
William GF
Caledonia Avenue
Maylanda
HL Sharpe
W.A
E. Lee-Steere & CO
Swan Ale and Stout
Orient Line of
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Turalugh
Agricul’ Bane
Logak Geouxp
Testimomiala
Whitehouse Farm
Kelleterrin
J. 4
Mather
Richard Purser & CO
Soning Street
Maconochie
Wien
Gardner
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