Imperial Conference debates imperial defence council plan
The Imperial Conference sat through yesterday with Sir Joseph Ward proposing an Imperial Defence Council to unify naval protection and governance across Britain and Dominions. Asquith opposed the plan as undermining imperial authority and responsible government, Ward withdrew the resolution amid unanimity against it. The afternoon report will be published tomorrow.
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Canada
Australia
Imperial
Suudseph
United Kinetigim
Austealm
South Africa
New Zealand
Newfoundlane
Imperial House of Representatives
Defence
Joseph
Britain
House of Representatives
New Foundland
Dominions
Andrew Fisher
Commonwealth
Sir Joseph Ward
Asquith
Joseph Wart
Imperial Conference
Lord Lereburn Criticised by The British Weekly
The British Weekly attacks Lord Lereburn accusing his defiant appointments of Tory magistrates of destroying the government foundation. It calls him the worst and most dangerous theme the Government possesses and urges Mr Asquith to cast this Jonah overboard.
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Lomlun
Lord Lereburn
Asquith
Jonah
The Mexican Rebellion Resigns Diaz and Corral Step Down
Mexico City May 26 reports General Diaz and Vice-President Corral have resigned their offices amid the rebellion. The move marks a pivotal shift in the Mexican capital as political leadership changes hands during the unsettled period.
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Mexico City
General Diaz
Corral
London Wool Sales Report From May Prices Lower
Dalgety and Company relay a London cablegram dated 24 May noting May wool sales continued with irregular prices and declines across grades. Details include lower prices for faulty scoured wools and greasy crossbreds, while Finglish and Geromvan buyers lead with French purchasing weaker. Regional WA lots show mixed bale counts and fleece and lambs values ranging from 2d to 94d per bale for several stations including Mover Geraldine, Pt. Chales, Meka, Byro, Valeria, Carey Downs, and Gorgon.
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Messrs
Dalgety and Company, Limited
London
Geromvan
Messrs. Dalgety and Company
W.A. Elips
Geraldine
FB. &S
Chales
MPC
Byro
Valeria
Carey Downs
Auctioneer Ads Record Prices for All Station and Farm Property
Record prices obtained for clients on all Station and Farming Properties, Stock, Farm Produce and Furniture placed in my hands for sale. H. 83. Wackenzie, Auctioneer and Sworn Valuator, Masonic Hall, Geraldton Advt.
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Wackenzie
Masonic Hall
Geraldton
Debate on censure motion ends in Assembly
Sydney telegraphs report that the debate on the censure motion tabled by Mr. Wade concluded in the Assembly with the motion defeated by 38 votes to 25. The Address-in-Reply was adopted on the voices.
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Sydney, Alay
Wade
Assembly
Fight With the Breakers at Albany May 26
Seamen from the wrecked barge Mandelavy landed at Albany after the ship grounded 106 yards from shore as breakers swept the deck. Seaman Knvt gon jumped overboard but was overwhelmed. Frank Ward, the only Britisher aboard, saved him as waves carried him to shore. The crew reached land in a life boat and all survived. The hull remained imbedded in the sand with the main mast gone.
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Albany
Mandelavy
Mountainat
Knvtgon
Frank Ward
Ward
Knulson
Runaway Gwalia mine ship description during descent near 200 feet level
Harold Sharp recounts the runaway ship at the Gwalia mine speeding past levels as it tore through timber and ore, narrowly avoiding a fatal plunge. He recalls a dramatic mass of ore and sparks, the ship staying on rails until near the bottom, saving many lives.
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Leonora
Harold Sharp
Gwalia
Mes
May 21 Weather and Community Notes From Howatharra
From Our Own Correspondent May 21 reports steady rainfall starting 1:30 PM Monday helping seeding, welcomed by farmers with hard soils. A euchre and dance on the 19th drew many, prizes awarded to Miss N McCarley and Mr W Browninge. Mrs Kimmorley travels to Perth with Miss Devenish. visits to Oaklands noted. Mr La C Burges sen resigns as Upper Chapman Roads Board secretary after seven years. Some horses sick among farmers, a hindrance during busy seeding period.
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N. McCarley
W. Browninge
M. McMarley
L. (. Burges
Empire Day Observed At State School Amid Rainy Fall
Dongarra notes a welcome rain aiding farmers, widespread colds keep residents indoors as Empire Day brings a school visit by the School Board and Irwin Rods Board. Head teacher Mr Stephenson addresses pupils on the Empire before a holiday for the children.
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May Zie
Irwin Rods Board
Mr Stephenson
Children’s hacking cough at night Woods’ Peppermint Cure
A brief note describes a claimed remedy titled Woods’ Peppermint Cure for a child’s nighttime hacking cough. The item presents the product as a home remedy with period language and emphasizes its use at bedtime.
Milling Qualities of Wheat in Victorian Agriculture
A Victorian era agrarian discussion argues for milling quality testing of wheat varieties Australia. It cites Federation and Darts Imperial wheat yields and potential gains from local flour production. It notes current export of whole grain and the benefit of processing locally for bran pollard and dairy and stock farming economies.
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J. M. B. Connor
Department of Agriculture
Durkie Agricultural College
Hugh Pye
Federation
Dart
Imperial
Lart
Tiverial
Victoria
Denmark
Theft of a Postal Note in Geraldton Case
Michael McKean, remanded for trial on a charge of stealing a mail bag from the Geraldton Railway State, faced arraignment on a separate charge of stealing a postal note No 748580 issued at Day Dawn and sent to Perth. The note was never received, handwriting compared to the book of James Stanley Cross, with evidence from post and railway staff.
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Michael McKean
Geraldton
Augustus William Piesse
Western Australia
H. Wilson O Red
Jrw
Clydesdale
Wilson
James Curran
Curran
Foy and
All Watson
W. Walsh
Dawn Peat Mice
Elizabeth Maud Curran
Makel
Obert Campbell
James A Itend Arthur Balchin Fentiman
Jas. Sears
James Stanley Cross
Personal Items From the District
Sergeant Smythe recovers from illness and travels to Kojarena with a rural spell to regain strength. Miss Duncan of Greenough returns after six months abroad in the Eastern capital and New Zealand, meeting Rev. Mr King in the Southern Dominion. W V Sewell of Sardsprings returns from the Eastern States after six weeks in Melbourne. 13 inches of rain fell in Victoria before, but only half an inch during that stay. Mrs J Woodcock of Northampton improves, aided by friends. Mr I Whittle of the loco workshops suffers appendicitis and is laid up. Dr Hemsted attends him and progress is made toward resuming duty in a few days.
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Miss Duncan
Greenough
New Zealand
Dominion
King
Alan
Auckland
W. V. Sewell
Sardsprings
Geraldon
Mwe
Melbourne
Victoria
J. Woodcock
Northampton
I. Whittle
Loco
Hemsted
Whittl
Town Hall Screen Program Opens With Variety Attraction
Tonight at the Town Hall a program of notable merit premieres with dramatic pieces The Fatal Kiss The Man who Learned and Liz's Career Joy Jones and Captain Brage provide comedy. Accompanying acts promise above average entertainment with scenic films From Dreamland to Reality and Deontheim. Performances run Saturday Monday and Tuesday evenings with additional shows on Wednesday Thursdays and Fridays at various venues.
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Liz
Oy Jones
Captain Brage
Deontheim
Mon
Bricklayers threaten strike over wage demand in Westwick
The Westwick bricklayers threaten action after refusing a proposed wage rise from one shilling per thousand to increase. A meeting is held to decide steps to secure compliance as heavy building activity strains yards of Jenner and Haffner and T Hennett, creating potential supply shortages.
Clement's Tonic Promises Health Across Systems
Advert reads Clement's Tonic as a remedy for nerve, stomach, liver, and kidney ailments. It claims to restore stomach function, purify blood, strengthen nerves and heart, and extend life, urging readers to buy at local stores or chemists. It cites urban and Western Australian usage and touts dramatic health benefits.
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Clement
West Australia
Kagoorlie
Boulder City
Port Hedland
Albany
Aspendale Tent Promises Welcome and Rent Question
A young couple in dialogue discuss a tent near the water at Aspendale. The girl invites the bashful man to visit, while he asks for a place in her heart. She agrees only if he can pay the rent, revealing a humorous balance of affection and practicality.
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Aspendale
Railway Hotel Lease Applications Open in Northampton District
Applications for a ten year lease of the Railway Hotel Northamption near the railway station and Post Office close noon June 14 1914. The property has 20 rooms, stone building, extensive stabling, water and gas, rental 8 pounds weekly, stock and furniture valued with options for cash or monthly payments. Turnover around 4000 pounds. Possession by July 1 1911. Also notice of intention to apply for a Billiamd Table License at the Northampton Hair Dressing Saloon site.
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Northampton
Ingeirz
Albert Edward Homns
Low
Ampton
EK. Hounslow
H. Bardweht
Gerald
Geraldton Roads Board tender notice for road works
The Geraldton Roads Board invites tenders for Chapman River Road West from 29 to 40 chains of gravel road and Arthur Road construction of 23 days. Tenders close June 18 1911. Information from Supervisor John Gould or Secretary James C Kidd.
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Ata
Foll Jowleg
Chapman River
Arthur Road
Cach
eCrs
John Gould
James C. Kidd
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A. S. Kent
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Engelbrecht
Emporium
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Victoria the Homely Hotel
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Perth
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Baston
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Ayeshire
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Eleanor-street
Customs House
Commission
National Mutual Life Ass. of Australia, Ltd
South British Insurance Co., Ltd
Castlemaine Brewery
Murchison
Emu Brewery
Lionel Samson & Sons
Gallon
Victoria Pictures
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Yorkshire Fire Insurance Coy
V. Eaton Miners Arms Hotel
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