This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!
This newspaper page contains 20 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.
Newspaper
Hamilton Spectator
Location
Hamilton, Victoria, Australia
Date
Apr 16, 1913
Page
3
In Athens on Monday reports say Greek and Turkish destroyers will engage near the Dardanelles entry. Observers anticipate action as both sides seek a decisive victory.
Vienna dispatch reports Montenegro insists it will yield only to force majeure. Russia and Italy press for terms as talks begin, proposing compensation figures around 21 million francs. no compensation for the Autari case is noted.
Police found a timed bomb inside the Bank of England railings set to explode at midnight. The device held gunpowder and metal, with hairpin components. A separate blast damaged the bowling greens near Bellahoeton and Claewow.
Fragmentary dispatches from London state that Mrs. Pankhurst is in a critical condition after a collapse. A Home Secretary license requires abstaining from violent acts and returning to Holloway Prison by the specified date, with unclear notes suggesting misconduct involving license documents.
A fragmented London item reports a theft involving property linked to a Mr. Ducrow. The note mentions losses of pounds and references locations and names that indicate a chaotic, early-era crime report.
London Monday Mr Godfrey Txnace testified at the Marconi Inquiry and claimed Hawking and others heard that Major Archer Shee and Mr Morton Griffiths funded members of the bullion syndicate aiming to block the Marconi agreement. Major Archer Shee telegraphed denial of any financial interest. Griffiths denies involvement. The story is a pure invention.
London Tuesday in the House of Commons Keir Hardie Labour member for Merthyr urged that the gift of battleships had become a matter of parley. He suggested to Canadian Prime Minister Borden that he should not proceed with the gift. Amquith refused the request, saying it was entirely a matter for the Canadian decision.
The Archbishop of Sydney addressed lay readers at Manchester yesterday noting a shortage of clergymen in New South Wales. He urged more lay readers to support the church, underscoring a greater need in Australia than in Bowland.
Messrs. Peake Coughlin and Mortem plan two days in Hall to specting the dosha in England. The item notes Australian figures hosting events and references a public gathering, with emphasis on locality and schedule.
MIs8'WG bonds found at the Bank of England are reported recovered. In London on Tuesday the wheat market shows steady and hot conditions. In other notes, John Quick’s meeting in the morning hall leads to a shouted remark about unionists.
An OCR damaged notice reports the Amiljamated Society of Engipede Vnanlnntdy urging Labour Feliration to seek a referendum on the Silverton tramway. It questions whether the authorities are willing to attend the precursor proposals or to end unrest by endorsing the ballot's direction.
Telegram from Mr M'Crowen to the Berner Labour Federation secretary states that the matter in dispute should be settled by the beard and urges parties to present their case before the court and accept its decision. The note asserts the decision can be enforced against the company.
DESPATCH OF CONSTABLES ADILLAIDE Tuesday Twenty pollen wire rent to Cack pburn that morning and more will be no.t if necessary Hallway offerala bera anticipate s that the strike will end to-day or tie morrow SYDNEY Tuesday Twill econetalla under Keegeant Brews wil leave Were for Ute Barrier tonight if the altration becomes more serious TM extra constables wil be een
Reports from Broken Hill describe chaotic protests over a mining dispute with crowd anger and threats. The industrial board finalists, chaired by Butler, Delprat, and Enacet, plan Thursday talks to resolve the crisis while workers receive pay in arrears and police monitor streets.
STATE CABINET in Melbourne approves a tentative emigration agreement with New South Wales agents to economize public expenses. The cabinet plans to prepare measures for peace justice swearing in officers and addresses reforms in handling dangerous offenders. Death sentence review for Agnes Farry noted, with recommendations to the Governor. Government plan to end hoy no 14 to England not entertained. Cabinet authorizes education and segregation measures for the feeble minded.
A Melbourne report from the Gur correspondent notes Walter Jjrew Hiegs among others, sentenced to twelve months with certain penalties. The item mentions Dima finst, James'a Pork, and Winw thire in relation to the induction case and its sentencing.
A missing millionaire Mr. Martin is feared dead amid suspicions of foul play after a wallet and pocket book were found. Neighbors report a mysterious incident on Thursday night near Bb. damica street, with a workman seen noting details in Brive road and a notable police pocket book involved.
Melbourne Tuesday yarding reached 26 000 fat sheep with Riverina bred wethers selling well and prime crossbreeds drawing 18/6 to 27/. merino wethers 18/ to 21/ and inferior lines 12/ to 18/6. Demand softened but prices held largely steady. fat lambs and road roped stock totaled around 800 kg.
The Ballarat market session closed firm with a brisk trade and prices largely matching or surpassing last week. Livestock led gains as cattle, sheep, and vealers sold well, with prime bulls and heavy weights achieving higher quotes. a large yarding comprised mainly of mixed stock and good to prime quality animals.
Despite bad weather a large crowd attended Lyric Pictures at the town hall. The program featured high quality biographical films from top companies led by a star vehicle The Lady Scone with striking scenic effects and a dramatic cliff fall. Other offerings included Lakes of the Valley of Bulering How oorka are rude and Pathe Cagette with More Precious than Cold and light comedies such as The Curio Hantars and Adventures in the Autumn Woods. Mr W Carroll accompanied on the piano.
We want people to find what they are looking for at NewspaperArchive. We are confident that we have the newspapers that will increase the value of your family history or other historical research. With our 7-day free trial, you can view the documents you find for free.
People find the most success using advanced search. Try plugging in keywords, names, dates, and locations, and get matched with results from the entire collection of newspapers at NewspaperArchive!
You can also successfully find newspapers by these browse options. Explore our archives on your own!
Browse by location and discover newspapers from all across the world.
Browse by date and find publications for a specific day or era.
Browse old newspaper publications to find specific newspapers.