Shocking Wednesday Accident at Masonic Hall
A loud explosion near the Masonic Hall injured Miss Fulalis Donegan and 17-year-old Ivorys Kent. Donegan endured severe burns from a carbonic acid overcharge while Kent suffered a leg wound. both were rushed to hospital as neighbors and police rendered aid. Dr Hungarford led surgical care with Dr Macmorran, Nurse M'Lexl, and constables assisting. The blast, from overcharged generator in the confectionery shed, caused extensive damage to equipment and injuries to bystanders. Kent's condition described as delicate, with expected hospital stay several days. Miss Donegan, praised for bravery, remains under medical care with support from family and friends.
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Masonic Hall
Wedneuday
Miwj
J. Haxelden
Gvorys Kent
Misa Fulalis Donegen
Percy Young
Kent
Masonic 1
Macmorran
Evenson
Heritage
Hungerford
Conway
M'Lexl
Mins Donegan
Mise Donegan
Mr. Young
Greenough Roads Board Nominations For Ward Elections
Nominations have been received for Greenough Roads Board annual election in South Ward two seats with Chiles L. Duncan and Robert A. Wilton named. North Ward lists W B Douglas Ham erdey Arnold Meadowcroft Andis Mpenre Meadowscroft and Arnow. Altercation will take place on March.
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Greenough Roads Board
South
Chiles L. Duncan
Robert A. Wilton
North Ward
W. B. Douglas Hamerdey
Arnold Meadowcroft
Ratepayora
Andis Mpenre
Meadowcroft
Arnow
Alter Cation
Explosion sinks French battleship Jena at Toulon
London reports the French battleship Jena exploded in Toulon harbor after a magazine detonation. 700 aboard, 400 killed and 300 injured. ship and crew lost. Admirals and dockyard crews battled fires as debris rained on the city. Royal condolences conveyed to France.
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London
Jena
Toulon
Officera
Pieccs
Short
Munchon
Theena
Edward
Paria
Cauk Wa
Fie
Australian Mail Syndicate Faces Retrenchment Rumor
The Times reports Vickers Son and Maxim must retire from the Australian Mail Syndicate. Melbourne notes Trevina Clarke welcomes the cable message, signaling reaction to the development.
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London
the Times
Messrs. Vickers, Son
Maxim
Australian Mail Syndicat
Melbourne
Trevina Clarke Tates
Death of Dr Dowie Extraordinary Scenes at Funeral
London reports extraordinary scenes at Zion City during funeral rites for Dr Dowie. The body lies in a white coffin at Shiloh House as crowds in robes and procession claim miraculous cures of infirmities.
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London
Zion City
Dr. Dowie
Shiloh House
Munificent Gift to Aid Social Conditions in United States
London reports Mrs. Rusnel Sauv haw has donated two million dollars annually to improve social and living conditions for people in the United States. The endowment aims to fund welfare programs and public services across the country.
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London
Rusnel Sauv
United States
Market Report From London Commodities March Week
Commercial London reports wheat from Australia at 406 Thd, spot copper ranging £110 55s to £110 10s, tin spot £191 Ba to £191 15s, and wool firm with Crosabred and merino showing 5 percent advance. Prices reflect weekly Australian shipments and ton volumes.
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London
Sean
Australia
Arbitration Court award sparks tension in sawmilling sector
In Perth and Kirrup thin day reports suggest the Arbitration Court's award may trigger serious trouble in the sawmilling industry. A night gathering heard the award read with ironical cheers as union officers described the situation as rare and unpredictable, with potential developments uncertain.
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Perth
Kirrup
Interstate Cricket Fremantle Match Drawn in Perth
The interstate cricket match continued and ended in a draw. Fremantle scored 214 first innings with Kelly making 71, New South Wales bowler Selk took seven for 45. NSW were bowled for 99 in their first innings, added 54 in the second, with Wadidy and Hopkine scoring, Selks yielding seven for 48. NSW 111 in second innings, Hopkin 128 not out, Barnes 14 not out, Selk bowling for Fremantle and Evera 14. Selected to represent the slate tomorrow are Parker Coyne Walling E E Joe Coriatas Row Brew O Kelly Hogue.
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Perth
Kelly
New South Walaan
Atl
Selk
Secon
Wady and
Hopkine
Fremantle
New South ‘Files
Bardsley
Barnca
Waddy Hopkins
MacKenzie
Macertoey
Minnett
Bullivan meIntyre Pot
Johnaca Caundries
Elk
Wadidy
Hophie
Barnes
Auudri
Selks
Evera
Parker
Coyne
Walling
E.E. Joe
Coriatias
Row Brew
Hogue
Railway Disaster Kills Transvaal Ex Minister
London reports a South Africa railway accident yesterday that killed ex Minister Adam Jameson and eleven others. Premier Newton Moar and Mr Toni Batha sent condolences to Mrs Foulkes of Cottesloe, with formal government sympathy conveyed from the Transvaal government.
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Transvaal
W.A
London
Adam Jameson
Lana
Tands
Western Australia
South Africa
Financial Panic Rocks New York Money Market
Wall Street panics cause demoralization in the American money market. The AIL index fell sharply by three to twelve points amid heavy impending disbursements. The Times notes part of the trouble stems from heavy liquidation in American wheat and anticipated bank strains. Rumors of financial embarrassments on the Continent accompany the scene.
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London
Wall Street
Aiew
Tou
Joana
Times
Mo Uney
Violent Election Scene at Hawthorn Meeting Turbulent night ends in melee
A heated Hawthorn election meeting last night saw Minister of Agriculture Swinburne address electors while opponent Dr Row and bookmaker John Wren clashed. Wren supporters waved a cheque claiming Bribery allegations, a chair was overturned, and Wren was struck. Swinburne and his committee retreated as chaos erupted and Wren was borne from the stage amid the uproar.
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Melbourne
Hawthorn
Winburne
Swinburne
Row
Eepbeerita Telk
Collingwood
John Wren
Wren
Death by own action shocks Beaufort Street traveler
David Anderson, long known as a traveler for Alona, Sandover & Co, died yesterday at Tower House Beaufort Street after a revolver shot. Lambert the proprietor found him gravely wounded. motive remains uncertain amid a troubled temperament and quiet life.
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David Anderson
Alona, Sandover & Co
Tower House
Beaufort Street
Lambert
Andersan
Anderson
Mr. Lambert
Lord Berreford Urges Arms Cuts in Spain Class Victory
Lord Charles Berreford warns limit on armaments as cheaper than battle. Conservatives win Spanish class election, implying shifts in policy and defense spending.
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Charles Berreford
Battlea
Johnston Purchases Geraldton Mail and Co Business Move
Jos Johnston announces purchase of the Geraldton Mail and Co and moves operations to new premises opposite Masons Hotel on Marino Terrace. Patrons are asked to note the stock is being removed to the new site and Johnston’s firm will operate there henceforth with existing management.
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Geraldton Mailsing Co
W. H. James
Aineas
Sorny
Penile
Jos
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Lad
Iearn
Donegan
George Kent
The
Australian Mail Service
Interstate
Mr, Botita
New York
Jos. Johnston
Tallor
G, Varley
Northampton
Wineberg’s
Geraldton
Wineserg
Gerald
Marine Terrace
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