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Newspaper
Hamilton Spectator
Location
Hamilton, Victoria, Australia
Date
Aug 23, 1911
Page
4
A vast assortment of robes appears in single robe lengths with tones including base blue amethyst copper and a wide range of greys in silver platinum mole and smoke. A superb display features Hack materials in light tea stores.
A catalog style note describes a fine assortment of neckwear, lace, and Muslim novelties including belts, white embroidery in multiple widths, and embroidered trimmings.
Public loan offers list rates and terms for mortgage freehold and leasehold options with no mortgage deed charge. It notes reductions of principal and possible early payoff. Memorial verse for Albert Francia Moore remembers him with family flowers and lasting memory.
Telegram from MLA confirms Grand National Show will be held in Hamilton next year after years of effort by the National Show Society. The district and Hamilton are praised for persistence and patience, with a prompt response noted from society secretary A B H Wright.
A detailed report covers the August wedding at the Church of the Smerest Heart in Peterton. Miss Faber and Miss Fahey are noted bridesmaids, with the bride in an empire satin gown and Chantilly lace. The ceremony was followed by a reception in Hamilton, and the couple plan to reside in Sydney.
The Crown filed no presentments against Lawrence Porani Jun Meme after withdrawing murder charges in a Melbourne case. The move ends the prosecution of the alleged involvement in a mind-related offense, with no further action planned.
Telegram reports from London describe a railway strike impacting ports and depots with up to 20,000 railway workers and guards on stop. War Office actions and promises of renewed work are noted as trains idle and crews refused to resume, including Midland guards at Cricklewood and rail roles at Manchester and Liverpool.
In Liverpool a merchant and mercantile board lead volunteers to operate the electric tramways with skilled mechanics overseeing the power home. Amateurs assist as they help conserve the city's health under direction of a mercantile panel.
News reports ongoing strikes in London and regional hubs as Labour MP Thomas warns ministers over reinstatement. Leeds station barricaded and guarded as workers refuse to return without demands met. Troop deployments reach Darlington and Auckland amid stalled talks with railway and shipyard firms.
Readable fragments show Welsa Miners threatening a strike and demanding compulsory arbitration. The report notes pressure on management and workers' representatives amid unresolved disputes.
Extraordinary scenes unfolded in Lancashire as groups of working families and holiday makers were stranded near Morecambe and Blackpool. Churches and chapels opened to provide sleeping accommodation while authorities mobilized to offer food and shelter for dozens of women and children long distances from home.
National Rail union in London states arbitration rejected and urges workers to operate only for essential tasks. Disruptions spread as tramway and railway personnel including sailors, firemen, and dockers refuse to resume duties amid ongoing pay and employment disputes. Royal Commission concerns cited as delaying settlement, with pickets set to continue at Newcastle and Darlington.
At a late hour last night officials stated efforts to secure a settlement were proceeding with comparatively low hesitation and all concerned were hopeful of an early agreement before long.
The message notes strong national relief as a railway crisis is averted. The text praises leadership and expresses hope the country remains vigilant to prevent future disruptions. The tone is formal and commemorative of the resolution.
A mob attacked police with bottles and wrecked shops in a riot tied to Jewish rituals. Injuries occurred as residents fought the crowd, and after troops arrived plunderers fled, with several synagogues damaged and order restored as military forces cleared streets.
Aboard the steamer Chieftain in the St Lawrence a collision sank the Wadunk killing four aboard. In Manila Bay the steamer Cowarpurn collided with the Bell Bind causing the small craft to capsize with no survivors aboard.
Fire in a ten story Madison apartment building prompts a parrot to shout Come on awakening residents. Twenty people escape as a policeman, half dressed, clings to life and helps evacuate others amid the blaze in New York.
Persian nationalist volunteers seize a key stronghold in Teheran as Major Stokes is named to reorganize the Persian army amid a disputed resignation. Britain refuses to accept the resignation and proposes appointing an officer from a minor power.
In Berlin on Monday the bicycle and sewing machine works at Ruesarlaheim in Heese were ruined. About 20 000 cycles and wing machines were destroyed. Total damage estimated at £806,000.
Report from Winnipeg describes two tornadoes in Southern Maguliyon Saskatchewan causing substantial damage and fatalities. A storm system moved through Minot North Dakota, claiming five lives and disrupting regional towns.
The first night landing by an airplane was accomplished last night. Lieutenants Milline and Kiruans of the Aviation Field Corps guided the craft by signal fires, completing a historic nocturnal flight.
Wire report from Melbourne notes a will involving James Repemnmanenay of Warrnambool with estate valued around £165 leaving property to his bio children. Separate item mentions Wonthaggat council seeking a government backed state hotel in Wontbagg. Also brief items on Brunswick shooting case and a federal budget outlook with Mr Fisher expected to present the budget around September 20.
At a Hamilton Football Association meeting, the Baptist club received praise for a double victory in two competitions. The president, Mr W H Melville, urged public support for the achievement and praised the Caledonians for a notable recovery and the two competitive teams.
The Baptist club wins the double premiership over Christ Church and Caledonians after a hard fought season. Delegates praised the team’s fair play and late surge, with leaders Sack and Comber receiving congratulations from rivals and officials.
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