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Newspaper
Hamilton Spectator
Location
Hamilton, Victoria, Australia
Date
Aug 29, 1911
Page
4
Credit Foncier offers farm loans from 56 to 4 per cent interest with principal reductions, secured on freeholds or crown leaseholds that may become freehold. Loans repayable on half yearly dates with small early payment shares. later penalties apply. Apply to Savings Bank Melbourne Market Street.
Fragmentary notices record the marriage of Drathre Forbes at Marg a Church Hamilton officiated by M J Shanahan with Hubert de la Gran Destere, and an obituary for Charles Stirll M Keehnie aged five who died in Lernwood with funeral planned for Wednesday at Balmoral cemetery.
The Hamilton Spectator reports on trotting events and show preparations, noting society registration requirements, weight rules, and the need to confirm whether trotting or mere exhibition is planned. A separate notice advertises a sale of 10,000 crossbred sheep by T H Lal Jew and Co. in conjunction with Young Brow, listing sale details and location.
A long disjointed account covers a shipboard career in which a seaman advances to captain after naval examinations and a separate Northamilton incident where a horse cart crashed, injuring none seriously but scattering goods. The piece also notes various local notices including cattle sales, machinery auctions, and a mix of society items and enthusiastic royal visit reflections across the Celtic fringe regions.
Reported in London dispatches on the Wright unionist movement in Wales and Britain. The New Zealand plan would require employers and workers to give thirty days notice of changes, set up a three member board for dispute investigations, and impose penalties for strikes before inquiry. Sir William Hall-Jones, NZ High Commissioner, aids an inquiry comparing British and New Zealand systems. Welsh miners and other workers threaten to unite, with calls for a strong organisation across steel, rail, and dock sectors.
Reports from Paris and Tangier describe Morocco talks stalling over protectorate plans. Mouko attack reported near Mellila and Moorish activity in Ben Wa country. beacon fires summon tribesmen as Spain moves forces to Alvar. Allied diplomats insist no war intent while Germany and France insist on respecting the Algeciras treaty.
Berlin reports a violent German press reaction to an alleged glophobe outburst linked to British policy critique. An anonymous interview in Neue Presse is attributed to the British ambassador to Austro Hungary, Bir Farlex Leighton Cartwright, stirring Vienna coverage.
In Lisbon on Monday reports say a strike in the province of Badajoz has halted cork production with fewer than 4,000 workers remaining at work. Sailors, dockers, and public buildings are being safeguarded by the military as the strike progresses.
London reports in Pall Mall Gazette that the English team set to visit Australia is a strong, well balanced side with capable bowlers. The Globe calls it workmanlike though not highly skilled, and Major Trevor notes the selection, while praising prospects, may still face a tough tour.
The Marquis of Ladunderry spoke in Stockton on Saturday night warning that Irish home rule would bring ruin and bankruptcy to Ireland, with dire consequences in every chat.
London reports M Potlope a French aviator who learned to fly in Australia performed a successful flight yesterday from Boulogne to Dover. The journey took about forty minutes and demonstrated notable early aviation prowess amid wartime movement.
In Constantinople a disastrous fire Sunday destroyed 800 buildings in Tidin area. Ten persons perished in the blaze and the city authorities began immediate investigations into the cause and response.
Reports from Paris detail ongoing inquiries into the Louvre theft of a famous figure, with protective measures for treasures around the world. A French journalist M Sehmjit has reportedly circled the globe in record time and mentions Siberia Japan and Canada. In Germany metal workers face a 1 percent lockout while a writ concerns William Lincoln and the Merry Widow company. A Monday notice cites 10 million dollars in damages.
A chaotic Saturday night with a violent incident in Palmerston leaves several men mixing in a clubroom fracas. Stevenson is implicated as a central figure after a prolonged struggle and a falling ceiling, with reports of multiple assailants restraining the target and bystanders recalling little of the events. A separate note mentions Joseph Powells’ prior conviction and a startling home incident involving Richard Pletcher’s family, details blurred by damaged text.
Last night in West's exhibition the program featured varied dramatic scenes and pictorial vignettes. The critics note a formal funeral procession, river valley scenery, and well-trained youth formations, with some overlong segments and humorous pieces including a comic vendetta and a Western background. The Billings weekly notes royal visits and naval events alongside vaudeville curiosities. next week's program will be announced in a few days.
Wire from our correspondent in Melbourne reports Mien Ellen Freon was charged with offensive behaviour after an incident in Little Collins Street. Witnesses say a scuffle occurred when a driver struck her in the street. the court discharged the charge, citing a lack of sufficient evidence.
Report from Melbourne notes postponement discussions on west premises and a group including Premiers on terrace delaying decisions until Gowen returns. Separate item records Robert Fitzpatrick’s remand for medical observation after a Sunday protest at Government House. Market prices show 4 per bushel and freight rates quoted for several commodities.
Scratches mar Melbourne racing and notes Taamania rider Scanlon beaten after two knockdowns in a three round bout. Mehegan defeats Griffin in the lightweight championship of Australasia with a knockout in the fifth round.
A football match is scheduled tomorrow afternoon at Mri ellie oval between Druide and Foresters. The selected players include J Baker A Cheswell Ew ALds Geth A Hawkins H Hammond G Kennedy J Myrtle M Lean O Primevar J Palmer H Patterson W Rogers Hentin Bi Stewart fi Stevens L Williams F Benson Wilson G Edmondson A Faluianny and Walker. Backup players Pitman and L Haker plus others fill roles with replacements listed as needed.
The Warravure Gun Club held its first sparrow shoot awarding a trophy donated by F. Muller of Hamilton. A. Huf won the match after a shoot-off with W. O. Bayley amid cheers. Fourteen shooters competed including the Hamilton Gun Club president. The next trophy shoot is planned with Muller donating three mate tapes for the event.
Dunkeld notes a forthcoming local event at Park Street featuring Mr. Gina Garrin in a trophy show. The match appears tied to a Sparrow-related competition with a 10 o clock start, details and timing rough in the readable text.
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