London Free Trade Debate on Incomes and Death Duties
At the Imperial Conference in London on June 14 delegates discussed the double income tax and death duties. Mr Lloyd George warned abolition would raise costs for the British Exchequer and possibly require higher taxes elsewhere. George argued the Exchequer could face £250,000 yearly from death duties while defending the tax as fair for companies benefiting from the British market.
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London
Westerly
New Zealant
Lowi
Batha
Clie George
Britain
Lloyd George Fiether
Seamen Strike Expands Across Hull Port
About a thousand seamen and firemen in Hull joined a national strike, with sporadic clashes reported as negotiations continue. London shipowners and several steamship lines held conversations, while press commentary predicts higher wages and a significant annual cost to British shipping around £1.975 million.
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Lonton
Fue
Hull
Glasow
Dopalds
London
Wales
British Finance Proposals Delayed in Commons
London June 19 report says government will not push Finance Bill through the Commons until the Veto Bill issue is settled. Foes in Parliament may oppose advancing the measure until the dispute is resolved.
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London
Feared scenes in Paris air race line up tragedy and speed
In Paris on June 19, seven hundred thousand spectators watched 40 aeronauts start the Brussels to London flight. A pilot named Lendion died when his craft burst into flames after a petrol tank exploded at Chateau Therery. Dalger was severely injured at Soissons while another aeroplane collapsed. Princeleau died practicing just before the race began. Vida reached Liege in 188 minutes 54 seconds, while Vedrines and Weyman finished within 240 minutes.
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Paris
Brussels
London
Avlatne
Lendion
Chateau Therery
Buriet
Soissons
Dalger
Krad
Princeleau
Vida
Liege
Smiles
Vedrines
Weyman
Fatal Aviation Crash Report Sparks Investigation
A novice pilot lost control during a nine contest aviation field event. The incident resulted in a fatal crash, with bystander reports noting a girl was struck by debris. Authorities investigate causes, while witnesses recount sudden loss of control and a catastrophic impact.
Woman Attacked by Native Shot Dead by Husband’s Wife
In Johannesburg on a Saturday night, Mrs Hurley, while her miner husband Huratey was away at work, was attacked by a native. She obtained a revolver and shot the assailant dead, ending the assault without further incident.
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Johannesburg
Huratey
Reech Lindrum Match Sets Score in Billiards Oddity
In a 16 000 up contest the billiards match between Reave and Limmary Reece ends with Reece posting 1 335 and Limmary 684 as Lowen Mane records the second of two matches.
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Lowen
Mane
Limmary Reece
Meh Australian Natives' Association Officers Elected
The half yearly election of officers at the Fton Ranch meeting of Meh Australian Natives' Association resulted in a new slate. Ac Phinston was elected vice president, EE secretary, Mra. T Davies as committee, with Mesete Y Ke Edwards and P M Stoggall also named in attendance. HM Beorge noted in the meeting.
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WMA
Fdton
Assi
Ieside
Ac Phinston
Viepresisinns EE
Wr. Met
Mra. T Davies
Y. Ke Edwards
P.M. Stoggall
HM. Beorge
Census Figures Show Population Totals and Gender Split
Telegram summary notes census figures with population totals and gender distribution, listing counts for males and females by region. Mentions Brisbane and Wales as locations, with figures in a terse wartime style.
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Brisbane
Tae
Juwih
Wales
Pearling Luggary Incident Stirs Federal Affairs
Melbourne June 19. Federal Minister says the Australian government clearly warned foreign pearling vessels about breaches of Australian law. The dispute centers on Cape Captain Smith and the master of the pearling joggers seized by the gun boat Gaytindah.
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Melbourne
Capetain Smith
Gaytindah
Tunas
Trade and Coston
Netherlands
Kimberley Electorate Canvass Tied to Census Tilting
Electoral districts in Kimberley were canvassed with the census shift. The Rediatesation of Seats Act not yet proclaimed means enrolment follows the current distribution of electors. Electors must submit forms to their existing districts.
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Kimberley
Iml
Viatims
Ube
Municipal Council Meeting Reports and Public Works Notes
The council met with Mayor and eight members present. Accounts totalling 2531 3s 2d were approved and revenue of £549 22s 9d recorded with a net bank balance of £828 0s 0d. Various letters, by laws, street cleaning plans, and requests were considered, including a plan for two lectures by Professor Jain Cox, permission to build a drain at the Victoria Hotel, and discussions on wooden crossings. A Coronation service invitation was declined due to a water works clash. Additional items covered gas holder purchase, insurance for gas works employees, sports use of parks, land exchanges, and a loan for Chapman Road repairs.
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Messi
Citneillurs
CVA
Jain Cox
Gerald On
Ovas
F. Pone
Comweil
J. J. Chirke
Geraldton Coffer Palace
Dealey
Thuteday Mornig
Ree. E. Saumlers
Royal Insuraton Company
Whynes
Naw
Jeacher
Carson
Mla
Maithandelteet
Char Worstieel
Bowles
Lands Department
Lind Exchange
Pabtle Works
Mit
Chapman Road
Miugrim
Heavy rains flood parts of Victoria and bring rising rivers
The article reports heavy rains in Victoria over the last two days causing rising rivers and flooding risk. Authorities warn of inundated areas especially in southeastern districts near Moonee Ponds and Maree Alley railway station area, with homes affected by the flood waters.
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Metiqurne
Pane
Victoria
Moonee Ponds
Mare Ailey Railway Station
Ab Kensingteh
Aheul
Shocking Shooting Accident on Kernan Steamer
A Swiss traveler Jacques Bohme fired a loaded revolver by accident aboard the Kernan mail steamer near Port Said. The bullet struck four year old Edith Corse in the head through the right temple, causing a critical condition as the ship docked at Port Said. Bohme later disembarked at Sremantic.
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Kernan
Roy
Bremantle
Jacques Bohme
Edith Corse
Australia
Edward Corse
Corse
Port Salil
Sremantic
Bohice
Esterday
Miners Union Ballot Backs Discontinuing Work
Kalgoorlie July 39 election of the Kalgoorlie and Boulder workers union shows 1998 yes votes with 5 48 against and 20 abstentions. The branch has yet to decide how to implement the decision to halt work. Leaders estimate over 190 non unionists are employed on the mines.
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Kalgoorlie
Kalgvoelie
Boulder
The Woodlupine Murder at Willupine
Perth June coronial inquiry into Frances Woroton death concludes with verdict that she was murdered by David Huratin Smithson at Willupine on May 15. Cause of death listed as asphyxia through strangling and obstruction. Smithson committed for trial at next sitting of the supreme court.
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Perth
Frances Woroton
Tyiunis
Perth Hospital
Vielwner
Ater
Fran Tees
Election Preparations in Perth May 1
The Electoral Department extends statewide canvass to prepare for the general election in October. Amid efforts, a partial exclusion applies to regions including Gasne, Fillatra, Roehowne, and nearby areas as part of ongoing preparation.
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Perth
Council reviews reports and approves by laws and repairs
The council discussed fortnightly department reports, including works supervisors on horses and Chapman street, and gas committee. A building by law concern prompted a call for stricter enforcement. Tenders for Eastern Road repairs were read. decision on acceptance postponed to the next meeting. The Chapman road cost statement was to be prepared. By-laws were amended and approved with small changes. Meeting adjourned at 11 30.
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Chapman Stuad
Smittee
Smart
Dooley
Bernard MeiGrath
A. K.todi
Win. Tetlow
Worthington Ent Hall
Tiwan
Chapman Road
Geraldton Shrine Wen Fixed and Perth Bus Plan
Our Own Correspondent reports the Geraldton shrine dedication date set for September 27 with a statue unveiled near the Customs House. In London Mayor Mulloy secures 46 modern motor buses for £49,000 to replace tram services, signaling a municipal bus system and pressure on the Tram Company. daylight illuminations and public holiday observance expected.
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Geraldton
Erwin
Greeneagh
Mulloy
London
Perth
National Mutual Life Association Annual Report Discussion
The National Mutual Life Association of Australasia is reviewed for the year ending September 30 1910. Commentators note that new business shows capacity for growth and that initial expenses have been reduced. The report signals a favourable mortality experience and suggests the surplus could be very large if income remains strong.
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Sg Thy Australasian Fosarance Aml Bank
Nerrenel Mutual Life Association
Wanted Contractor and Housemaid Positions Advertised
Fragmented notice pleads for a fencing contractor and well sounding services labeled Ffteen Milee of Fencing timo the Manager while a young businesswoman seeks a private home guardian role. An advertisement hints at a Geraldton position for a housemaid in hotel or private service and directs applicants to F.G. at the office.
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Ffteen Milee
Timo
Guardian
Geraldton
Apnly F.G
Retail Traders' Association Announces Thursday Closures
Retail Traders' Association states all shops will close Thursday for Corottion Day. The group notes Wednesday is closed as usual and that monthly meetings occur on the second Monday at the secretary's office at 1 pm.
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Retail Traders’ Association
Nominations and weights for Western Australian and Victoria District turf events
Nominations must reach the Secretary at Marine Terrace Geraldton by 8 pm on Thursday. Weights to be declared Monday July 3. Acceptances due by Monday next at 8 pm. Penalties apply to winners and ties considered acceptors. Racing rules and exemptions noted, with pedigree and colors to be provided.
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Victoria
Marine Terrace
Geraldton
Tre
Notice to Goatowners on Gerabiton Tawa Tote
Local notice warns goat owners about trespass and towing actions on Mira Streets with several lot identifiers 924 850 and S81. Authority cites enforcement by the unnamed municipal body and observes that violators may face vehicle removal.
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Gerabiton Tawa
Ensein An Mira
Constantine
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Tobe
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Sam Levenson
Levenson
Neual
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Legislative Assembly
WM. Findlay
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Greenough
Hosken
Norhanepton
Sidney I. Hosken
Northampton
A. Meadowcroft
National Murtual Life Ass. of Australis, Ltd
South British Insurance Ltd
Castlemaine
Gachuding Murchison
Samistone
Emu Grewery
Lionel Samson & Sons
Milla & Ware
Smith & Sons
Yalumba Wines
W. Ferruson
Houghton Wines
Gall
Durlacher Street
Tioldtintda
Forman
Sale
Trident Orfers
Airey
Xinan
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Maya
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