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Newspaper
Hamilton Spectator
Location
Hamilton, Victoria, Australia
Date
Aug 31, 1911
Page
4
Adotement of Dreas presents 7 inch dress trimming at go time. The showroom highlights the Coming Season's Fastions with many novelties and artistic qualities. Rich and Var Breeotel hosts showcase charming gowns and elegant fabrics.
A letter from George Carter invites gentlemen to attend practice sessions in Hamilton. It notes sessions in Kennedy Street bio rooms mornings until 10 30, afternoons 2 to 4, with evening hours 7 to 8 30. Telephone contact given.
Loans offer repayments of principal in 3 1/4 years and interest at 4 percent. Freeholds may be converted to crown rents with no mortgage charges. Payments due yearly on a fixed schedule with no penalty if settled within five years. after five years penalties apply. Applications via post or Savings Bank addresses in Melbourne and Terang on or before July 7.
An obituary for Mrs. Matthew Brenan of Jerites Adenhope notes years of delicate health ending with an cerebral hemorrhage. Her funeral moved to Edenhope cemetery, leaving a husband and two married daughters. A separate report describes an unusual earthquake shock felt near seven at night with distant rumbling and tremor travel from north to southeast. Transfer news notes Mounted Constable Whiby transferred to Bramaholme, praised for decades of service, trust, and community regard.
A long report outlines a gathering of local societies led by AUF inviting inter-society matches at Dark Spline A Larche and A. Mierine, with remarks on attendance, goals to recruit new members, and plans for a charity tour featuring the Chown Block Jumpers and others. The piece notes fund-raising efforts for hospital and relief funds, a public show at Atorrs cover, and a forthcoming billiards event, plus a motorist incident and travel notices in the days ahead.
A disrupted entry reports Adelaide stock market activity with mention of prime quality tea, cattle and sheep trading, price movements, and exporter sentiment. It notes reduced prices, unsold stock, and limited demand, with vague references to international sources and local trading conditions.
A Reuters report outlines the Morocco crisis with German and British interests. Germany presses for compensation in Africa while Britain guards Morocco's integrity amid French concessions and Algeciras Pact concerns.
Fragmentary notes describe an inquest held in London on Wednesday into rioters and casualties at a gathering. The coroner presiding faced questions over the events and the chain of command during the incident.
Melbourne morning report notes House on second reading of the Preferential Volume Bill, government majority two. In committee stage Cray moves to delay operation until March 1, 1910, Farrar discusses the Crum De and remaining candidates as debate continues with 7 to 9 voting.
Today's cattle sale lists 200 head from multiple districts including New South Wales and Victoria. Prices varied with primes and heavy weights easing. calves and lighter cattle showed smaller gains while demand remained steady for most categories.
Reuters telegrams report a massive storm striking New York and nearby regions. Strong winds toppled trees and disrupted tram services while water inundated lower streets and buildings. Residents fled to the mainland as rivers overflowed and a railway yard fire killed a worker, with another man crushed by wreckage near Amber.
Reports say ships ashore and several vessels wrecked as a hurricane hits the coast. Town portions flooded and communications damaged by destroyed telephone and telegraph lines. About 25 people evacuated to Isle of Pines amid hunger and thirst. Eleven deaths reported as boats broken and traffic efforts underway. Property damage estimated near one million dollars.
Forest fires devastate crops and dwellings as villagers flee in boats to escape the advancing flames. Two villages face peril as Trinity Day approaches, with residents forced to relocate and seek safety from the blaze.
Seattle dispatch notes Admiral Toego left port yesterday aboard a vessel named Tordapan. The ship, reportedly attacked by American warships, faced treacherous conditions as it began its voyage.
Fragmented OCR reports Cardinal Moran returning home with mixed feelings and uncertain reception after a tense trip. Local witnesses describe a solemn mood and lingering questions about his role and influence in the community.
A Danish ship incident near Wiel led to arrests as authorities identify suspected individuals. Police say several persons are under investigation in connection with the event, with details limited and ongoing inquiries to determine others involved.
Fragmented obituary style notice mentions a fire in Atners, damage reference 124070, and a death record connected to Calcutta. It references Athesa Tyeelay and the premier of India aged four, with unclear wording about Delhi climate and laboratories. The fragmentary text is unreadable and uncertain.
Paris reports serious food price hikes in Northern Frames industrial centers as workers protest rising costs amid Ford area disruptions. Authorities and unions clash over controls and shortages impacting daily life.
The report notes a tentative peaceful agreement between Mussia and Japan reached in Petersburg. Both sides have exchanged assurances, and Japan is expected to return certain items while Russia gains others in what is described as a friendly settlement amid ongoing tensions.
Districts show improved conditions amid strengthened frontier garrisons. Military maneuvers, unprecedented since the Franco Prussian era, continue with reinforced posts and ongoing vigilance along the border.
Captain Colline Aptanta of Los Hon will attend the forthcoming employment conference in Crhverit, where negotiations with secretary Sir George Himl are set to take place. The event aims to advance employment opportunities and outline future policy directions.
A garbled report from London mentions Joseph Hinvelork Wileon as general secretary of the National Hin mene Vin and a moot question about the Seamen's Union secretary role. The fragmentary text references Aurtralla and various titles, with unclear context or outcome.
REUTIR'S TELEGRAMS reports My Ldo and George addressing a foundation laying at Neath. They urge action on the present wave of economic hardship and the need for immediate relief to improve material welfare amid social strain and alleged injustices.
London Tuesday Max Schultz is committed for trial on charges of capionage. Witnesses Mr Doll and Mr Tarran testified Schultz posed as a German correspondent promising £60 a month for services and permanent allowance of £1,000 per year. He claimed to obtain reform for Plymouth district and ports including Portsmouth Southampton Woolwich and Chatham. He told Doll he could answer questions the mural might pose and planned to depart while Duff and Tarzan sent information. A cipher code used in Beholt's operations appeared. police allowed the journine telegraph to Ostend to reach Tobler about his request to share the espionage tale.
The Australian cadets presented the banner of Lindfield New South Wales to local boys. Cadets in uniform were inspected by Lord Tobert at Crystal Palace with framed portraits and a life story book for officers and cadets. The Australian leader praised discipline and fitness and reflected on Australia’s future potential.
London Wednesday. The Royal Commission to inquire into railway workers grievances heard that hundreds of cases arose from service outside the conciliation scheme leading to fines and no redress. The scheme failed, unions recognition seen as vital to prevent strikes, while casual workers grew and permanent posts shrank.
London reports show Great Eastern engine drivers threatening to strike unless returned to their prior terms. The dispute involves main line crews and signaling friction, with impacts on services and railway operations amid ongoing economic pressures. In county cricket, Warwickshire holds the lead as Northern Lomshire lags, while York Mater fans cheer for Hevree Th Eiret in a season trying to regain form.
London dispatch notes two found to be Ayling in connection with a Beltieh wine case. The provided text is garbled and incomprehensible, but indicates an incident involving individuals and a wine element in a Tieilw Kaproes setting.
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