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Newspaper
Hamilton Spectator
Location
Hamilton, Victoria, Australia
Date
Apr 10, 1914
Page
2
Fragmented report describes Governor Sir Welton Macartney pressuring Secretary of State for Tasmania amid factional conflict. Key issues include dissolution, timing for a new government, and disputes over ministerial appointments and authority, with proceedings handed to colonial authorities for review.
Melbourne dispatch reports Thomas Paterson explains the shooting incident following a failed attempt to murder his wife. He states he did not shoot at police, firing only into the air as a warning before turning the gun on himself. He seeks clemency due to family threats and alleged coercion.
The Kalgoorlie and Boulder miners union decides to not work with non unionists. The Chambers of Mines counters that this breaches the existing industrial agreement and warns managers will strongly resist non-union labor. The article notes unusual period style.
Desperate criminal fugitive Sardelt, sought for murder and robbery, reportedly fled from Hettorst Island to the mainland. Police warn the public as the manhunt continues twelve miles from Fremantle.
Melbourne report shows March gold yield 442 ounces fine valued at 107 pounds a drop of 2594 ounces. For the three months, total yield 101,941 ounces fine valued at 493,08 pounds, indicating a decrease in output.
Wire service from Melbourne notes daily quotations for farm goods. Wheat and maize prices listed per bushel or per ton, with ranges for oats barley and related feeds. Dairy items show butter and cheese values, potatoes listed per ton, and hay prices, reflecting market conditions.
Mrs. Jane Reifel details her five year old daughter suffering chilblains for weeks with blistered feet. After five applications of a Remon product the chilblains disappeared and the child can wear boots again.
A general meeting of Jumburnma shareholders attacks directed at director Mr George Godbey former M L AC. and accuses him of drawing too much money. The meeting proposed retirement of Mr Bey MP and ex-railway commissioner Mr K To Murray from the board.
In a Tebtey court session, Mrs. Cotta, mother of the defendant Catts, broke down during examination but soon recovered, as the proceedings continue with the long awaited trial regarding their family case.
An enthusiastic audience gathers to honor Mr J Jenkin head teacher of Joe North Hamilton upon his promotion to a larger post. Friends parents and officers praise his two decades of service overseeing football cricket flower shows and school clubs. They note the school achievements the autumn show prize and his lasting impact on pupils staff and the community.
A Mt Clear Victoria resident reports severe stomach cramps and relief after using Chamberlain’s Celic and Diarrhoea Remedy. Several customers claim the product cured their diarrhoea and stomach issues, asserting there is nothing equal to Chamberlain’s in abdominal relief.
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