Telegraphic Budget Notes and WA Proposals in 1906
Telegrams from Mulbourne June 6 discuss the Appropriation Bill. Senator Poures criticizes land defence spending relative to naval defence. The Federal Treasurer offers compensation for disruption to Western and South Australia transport. Telegraph and telephone works in Western Australia show varied allocations including landlines and new exchanges with totals around £13,819.
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Iltimaton
Powha End
W.A. Weter
U.P.O
Perth
Karowna
Gindalbie
Arthur River
Tragic Killing at Elsternwick Impacts Wards and Kin
In Melbourne at Elsternwick a violent death occurred after a feud involving J W Kuuler and Hugh Dunn. Rosier, a warder in Pentredge, suspected abuse and confronted Dunn. A confrontation ended with Dunn fatally shot, Rosier reported to authorities. The scene unfolded with Mrs Rosier hearing gunfire from the kitchen.
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Melbourne
J. W. Kuuler
Nonrohel
Hugh Dunn
Pentredge
Rosier
Trinn
Mex
United States Fleet Celebrations Budget Tensions
Melbonrar, a superintendent, answers Senator Polsford noting no fixed minimum sum for celebrations of the United States squadron officers and crew. He clarifies there will be limited expense and that the Beith squadron crew would participate in the festivities.
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Melbonrar
Seator Best
Polsford
United States’ Squadron
Beith
Sunshine disaster inquest faults station signal order
In the Sunshine railway accident inquest traffic inspector alex matherson testified interlocking signals were in order and the station master erred by letting the Ballarat train enter the station while Bendigo train should have been stopped at the home signal or given priority to prevent the collision.
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Melbourne
Alex. Matherson
Spenom Birew
Sunshine
Beraves
Ballarat
Bendigo
Surplus Revenue Bill Passed Amid Quick Senate Action
Adelaide July 6 report notes surprise that the Senate allowed the Surplus Revenue Bill to pass with little debate. The States’ House may oppose revenue from the Commonwealth and skepticism grows about June allocations.
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Adelaide
Tresaucer
Senate
House
Peat Anid
Commonwealth
Fate of the S. S. Orion and bold rescue attempts
Captain Holyman reports wreckage found from the ill fated steamer Orion after searches to the islands. He believes the liner was rammed by a large vessel in fog and notes that lifeboats were empty and only a few rockets were seen. women on Flinders Island observed rockets as ships burned, in a night of terror.
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Launceston
Sunn
Konowarre
Teoces
Orion
Holyman
Flinders
Locke
Tyrant Punished in Taunceston Courthouse
Taunceston reports Stephen Despryes convicted of shouting at a person with intent to harm. He received a sentence of seven years' hard labor. The court proceeding dated June 6 details the punishment and the person involved.
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Taunceston
Stepher Despryes
Sudden Death Report From Sailors Rest
Police say a man found dead on the sole at Sailors Rest before midnight appears to be around 30 years old with the name Jams Whensit. The body was brought from Melbourne today and an inquest will open tomorrow.
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Launceston
Dee
Sailoes
Vayelupo
Jams+ Whensit
Ma. Moeraki
Melbourne
Seddon Memorial Subscriptions Reach 1238 Pounds
The Seddon National Memorial Committee reports tote subscriptions total £1,238, including £100 from the railway grants. The funds will be handed to the Premier and are expected to subsidize a statue of the late Prime Minister.
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Wellington
Seddon National Memorial Committee Today
Tote
Gale wreck in New Zealand claims three lives on train route
In Wellington on Juma 4 a gale toppled a tree onto a tent at Cha dune near the Northern Trunk Railway. J Brown and his wife and child were killed, and others were injured in the disaster.
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Wellington
Agaly
Mary Camps
Chadune
J. Brown
Perth medical chief resigns from public service
West Australian reports on June 6 Perth noting Dr. Lovegrove principal medical officer resigns from public employ, leaving a record of service and possible transitions.
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Perth
Lovegrove
Saturday Half Holiday Pleases City Workers
Perth firms including Dean Broz and Moore close at one to allow a Saturday half holiday for employees. Some traders’ groups plan later hours and potential demonstrations by shop workers. Arthur Wilson of the Col Kio Miners' Union endorses Ewing for the Collis seat, supporting labor interests in federal matters.
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Perth
Juss G. Messrs
Dean Broz
Ben Mashe
Foy and Gibson
Esomomie
Charlex Moore and Co
Smineday
Metropolita , Reteil
Ausociation
Ammmtants’ Association
Kes
Arthur Wilson
Col Kio
Unio
Crowd protests shop opening amid police arrest in town
A crowd gathered before Bewa san's shop one evening to protest its open status. Police arrested two men and a deputation from shop keepers alleged obstruction. Mr Brenan defended the opening saying he would follow the Retailers' Association policy.
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Bewasan
Brenan
Ope
Retailers’ Association
Correspondence Confronts P Stone Over Bond Settlement
A sheriff’s officer details a confrontation with P Stone regarding a £400 bond claim misrepresented as £100. Stone presses to reduce costs and claims authority as agent, while the officer refuses to yield figures, offering to show sheriff returns and insisting on proper procedure. The scene ends with Stone bringing his solicitor to the office.
Brown Defends Settlements In Sheriff Sale Dispute
Mr Brown recounts discussions with solicitor Mr Wilson and Mr Stone over a sheriff sale and settlement figures. He asserts he calculated totals, faced scrutiny, and would charge a fee for further work. A private letter mentioned by Mr Brown is deemed not to concern the public and will not be published.
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Seals
Mote
Brown
Br. Sone
Mr. Brown
P. M. Steggall
Melbourne
Geraldton
Tur Turf and Melbourne Cups Forecast for 1900
The article outlines anticipated racing prospects across New South Wales and Victoria for the year 1900. It highlights nominations in major events like the Derby and Melbourne Cup, naming horses such as Enchanteur Post Town Prophecy and Flora Mac. It notes Karrekalla Braker leading state nominations and predicts Enchanteur and Post Town as strong contenders in the Toorak Handicap and Melbourne Cup respectively.
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New South Wales
Bpoom Ant Metropolites
Hamiicape
J.C
Victoria
Thames
W.A
Fost Town
Enchanteur
Post Town
Mariner
Mare sales and WA racing notes from Eastern Racing
The report details sale of three mares sent to Straits Sentement and two sold in Singapore, including Durbar and Payson. It mentions The main Tulips purchased in the East for W. M. Groat and landed from Burrumbeet. Observations praise mare qualities for future breeding in WA and hopes Grant will secure good progeny. Eastern racing results from A.R.C Birthday meeting list courses, stakes and a close finish in the Norwood Handicap.
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Mariner
Straits Sentement
Society notes on visiting premiers wives fashions
A local society column reviews dress and appearance of visiting premiers wives as reported in an Eastern paper. It mocks costly outfits yet notes some women show personality, mentions Lady Turner, Mrs Walter, Miss Allen, and Miss Nellia Thomson. The piece covers Liedertafel and Philharmonic events with commentary on attendees and a Tuesday night dance at the Masonic Hall.
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Turner
Sir George
Aestutanor
Abe
Lady Turner
Dreser
Mises Turner
Masonic Hall
Walter Au
Debutante Ball and Socials at Mrs Mackenzie Hall
Teas and dances filled the Gret time with about 40 guests, led by Mr Mour take on dance music. Guests included Walter and Greville couples, Mackensie and Trigg families, plus many others. Afternoon tea by the Croquet Club featured women in black and cream lace, with remarks about the Geraldton Old Men's Home and a Melbourne joke about politeness and a tankers Paris theatre plan sparking travel chatter.
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Misa Walter
Shipwrecked Russians Found on Island in Vavish
London reports twenty shipwrecked Russian sailors discovered on an island in the Vavish. They are believed to be survivors of the Battle of Tsushime.
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Vavish
Tsushime
Australian cricket ban stirs British papers and debate
International cricket coverage notes a ban on an Australian figure echoed by British newspapers including the Daily Graphic. Mentions a Bank Holiday on Monday and the Prince of Wales Birthday. Also advertises Bartlett's Boots in Geraldton offering made to order and repairs, with Bootman Stack clearance.
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Daily Graphic
Board of Control
Prince of Wales
Bartlett's
Moring Terrace
Geraldton
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