Germany and England Seek Friendly Ties in European Outlook
London May 2 Imperial Chancellor von Buelow urged peaceful European relations in the Reichstag noting the Kaiser visits Italy and King Edward follows suit. He said England and Italy share friendly relations, Germany seeks equal Persia opportunities, and Anglo-Russian rapprochement aims to settle old disputes. He stressed not opposing England or Russia and promoting freedom of movement.
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London
Prince von Buelow
Mediterranean
Italy
Edward
Italian
England
Germany
Persia
Fngland
Russia
Morocco
Europ
Return of King Edward From Paris Tour
London reports May Day crowds in Paris led to special precautions for King Edward as he returns to England via Paris after a Mediterranean tour.
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London
Paris
Edward
England
Mediterranean
Chinaman Repatriation Urged on Rand Mines
London May 2 The Times correspondent in Johannesburg reports Minister of Mines Smutts is earnestly trying to understand mining difficulties. The Imperial Government continues to press the Transvaal to secure the immediate repatriation of Chinese coolies on the Rand.
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London
Times
Johannesburg
Smutts
Transvaal
Chinere
Rand
General Strike Grips Warsaw Crippling Trade
A general strike has halted Warsaw's commerce, crippling trade and bread supply as workers walk out. The action, centered in the capital of Poland, leaves streets quiet and markets unable to operate, with broad economic disruption across sectors.
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London
Warsaw
Poland
Endowment Appeal by Oxford Chancellor for Funds
Lord Curzon, Chancellor of Oxford University, appeals for 250 000 pounds to strengthen endowments, equip the institution for modern times, and advance literary and scientific studies.
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London
Lord Curzon
University of Oxford
Imperial Conference Hearings Favor Preferential Trade
At Sparnt Conference sittings on Tuesday speeches by Mr. Illh and Sir Joseph Ward urged preferential trade between the British and Motherland. Mr. Deakin proposed a measured approach to safeguard business growth and keep British instinct within vast territories. Dr Jameson and Mr Moor supported preferential trade.
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London
Joseph Ward
Motherland
Deakin
Shin
Dr. Jameson
Cape Colony
Mr Moor
Natal
Decided Opposition by Mr Asquith in Tusperiat Contor
The report notes Mr Asquith shaping opposition strategy during the Tusperiat Contor sittings with decisive parliamentary moves and a focus on party discipline and policy contrasts. Aimed at reframing votes and public reception, the discussions indicate rising tensions over governance direction.
Asquith Refuses Fiscal Preferences in Trade Talks
The discussion on preferential trade resumed with H H Asquith, the Chancellor of the Exchequer, denying any fiscal preferences. He suggested possible British help to the colonies for improving steamer and cable services while addressing statements by Colonial Premiers.
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Ence
H. H. Asquith
Point Black
Great Britain
Correction on Imperial Conference proof errors
A correction notes errors in Tuesday’s listing of the Imperial Conference. Str. Deakin disputes the phrasing and denies using the expression that would bring foreign nations to their knees.
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Deakin
Thi Peetis
London Market Notes May Day Copper and Tin Prices Hover
Commercial report from London on May 1 shows copper at 101 to 105 per £, tin ranges 20 24 6d to 20 6d per £, wool markets quiet with large attendance. Prices for crossbred cattle fall about 5 to 74 percent, fine crossbreds down 5 percent, silver also weaker at 24 67-164. No clear more details.
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London
Wales
Federal Revenue Receipts Rise Across Nine Months
The Federal Treasurer reports customs receipts for nine months at £7,314,800, up from £6,919,463 a year earlier. Post Office income stands at £2,551,610 compared with £2,130,636 previously, with increased postal expenditure totaling £17,000.
Geraldton April Customs Returns Show Large Increase
Customs returns for Geraldton in April list imports of 15696 pounds exports of 3255 pounds and revenue of 1496 pounds. The four months to date show a substantial rise over last year due to the ending of State Customs duties with totals 43706 pounds 18341 pounds compared to 1900.
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Geraldton
Modest veteran recalls Crimean era on tram
An elderly Crimean and Mutiny veteran aboard a tramonga encounters passengers who test his humility. He deflects praise to his old comrade Brannigan, prompting a quiet salute and a reminder of his restrained heroism. A separate note teases a monthly Chaldian Roads Board report. A Fulton Kansas minister console joke ends with a pun about "The Inland Printer."
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Brannigan
Bronnigan
Fulton
Kansas
Jenra
Intercounty Theft Shocks Local Resident
A frightened woman reports being robbed by a man in Carlingford near Paccanatta. The assailant entered a house on Mr. Toho Tait’s property after a dispute on a rural road, produced a weapon, and demanded money before fleeing with cash.
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Carlingford
Toho Tait
Cuil
Uil
Rabbit Extermination Report in Meare Experiments
Aystney May 3 report describes experiments in disease incitement to destroy palhity. Of 72 infected rabbits the entire group died. the surviving 307 healthy rabbits were paired with the infected ones for further study.
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Aystney
The S S Coolgardie repairs underway
The S S Coolgardie undergoes repairs with two crew members actively working aboard while candy supplies and the Prochantiella bulb missing from deck, signaling ongoing maintenance and adjustments to a vessel in port.
Labour Trouble at Bonnievale
Labour unrest disrupts Bonnievale industry as Coolgarlic production stalls. two dozen workers and trackers halt output amid disputes over pay and conditions, prompting local officials to seek resolution. Details remain unclear but stoppage halts processing at Bonnievale plant.
Timber Trouble Deputation To Premier
A deputation to the premier on timber troubles is planned as Lumpers refuse to loan SEL. Mrs J Wilkon spoke at Wellington Mill and was well received. Local men’s associations pressed for district representation while Mr Troy spoke at Yartoup. Opposition voices emerged against certain figures with protest noted. An accident at Hilnilern Tay drew attention to community concerns.
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Wilkon
Wellington
Troy
Hovid
Bortiney
Dave
Hilnilern Tay
Heitmann Charged Before Royal Commission Action
The Royal Commission faced questions from Mr Heitmann MLA as he sought adjournment amid claims he had not received proper notice of the commission's appointment. The exchange occurred as the inquiry proceeded with commissioner Walter noting the procedural issue.
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Royal Commission
Heitmann
Cosumoncel
Tualay
Walter
Weitman
Witness granted limited adjournment for hospital statements
In Perth Hospital a witness sought more time to review statements of injured persons in Mines Department cases and to inspect Cae Hospital books for data. After a long argument the Commissioner granted Holtmann's indication but warned no further adjournment will be allowed without very strong reasons.
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Perth Hospital
Wlahas
Ant
Dana
Mines Department
Usve
Cae
Holtmann
Cattle Mortality In Fremantle Reported Over Tick Fever
Inquiries at Fremantle confirm a Perth report that cattle mortality in the Nor West is rising due to tick fever. The West Australian notes the illness as the principal cause and calls for vigilance and investigation.
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Perth
Fremantle
Fremantle Smelters Faces Shutdown Threat
Disconnected garbled report notes Fremantle Smelters at Porth and Ito Don facing possible closure that could throw many men out of work. Inquiries at the office reveal uncertainty about the company’s future and its impact on mining operations at Northamp.
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Fremantle
Many
Preane
Northamp
Perth Royal Mint April procimum totals and district earnings
The Perth Royal Mint reports April procimum metal received totaling 19,1 with a grand annual sum of 1,716,88ox. Mills and signature values accumulate to CO2S6, yielding a year-to-date value of £201 pt. Districts Murchiven reported month earnings include Day Dawn 6,052,500 Magnet SM7-080%, Nan cy Lawlers 4,5615102, Black Range 1,019,81o7, Yalgoo 178.77o7. Grand total 15,956.0602.
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Royal Mint
Nancy
Lawlers
Yalgoo
Prohibited Hours Licensing Case Dismissed
Victorian licensing prosecutions note penalties for non residents on licensed premises during prohibited hours. A Bendigo case shows a young man seated with two women claiming to court one, the bench dismisses the case after police remarks. The landlady and courting claim are referenced in court dialogue.
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Bendigo
When I Was Young I Did Not Sit Up Late
A fragmentary exchange recalls admonitions about staying up late with young men. The speaker notes girls were once forbidden to linger, while the other party questions why such restrictions exist and suggests it would be more interesting to ban it.
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Napa
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