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Newspaper
Hamilton Spectator
Location
Hamilton, Victoria, Australia
Date
Dec 31, 1912
Page
6
The London based Daily Telegraph quotes Australian papers on imperial preference. Chamberlain argues for dominion consent before any tariff shift. The Spectator notes debate on food taxes and reform in party ranks as the issue of overseas duties surfaces.
Thirty men including Wooten and Gerneth were arrested on spying charges. Prosecutions allege they acted for Hunline to obtain documents showing plans to destroy Breslin railway lines in German mobilization scenarios.
In Kiel a captain of the secret police was sentenced to prison for fourteen months for misappropriation of police funds and forgery of vouchers. The sentence stems from a fraud scheme uncovered in St. Petersburg last year.
A terse item from Brauls, Monday, states Herr Von Kitchen Watenter, minister for foreign affairs, died last night. The cause is listed as heart failure.
The shipowners refused to discuss the wages board issue at the conference. Five men and the conference of seamen debated the matter and decided to remit the question to the executive for necessary action.
In Capetown on Sunday several cases of sickness were reported, with officials noting multiple patients and urging precaution as health workers investigate potential causes. Local hospitals mobilize to handle suspected cluster.
The December rainfall measured 0.53 inches with mild weather carrying through the month. The year total reached 24.30 inches, well above the long term average, and the maximum temperature reached 51.5 degrees, oddities noted amid an otherwise stable annual climate.
A detailed schedule outlines events for New Year Day Sporting notes describe the Royal New Year event with trials and programs across multiple venues. Officials announce trial bunile reet and involvement of the Hemdebelle Athletic Club. Spectators expect a comprehensive program of heats and exhibitions.
Melbourne wires report scratchings for New Year races in Victoria and Hobart meets. The note covers horse and dog events, distances and yard figures, with placings and hedgeable light conditions noted as the match concludes across states including New South Wales South Australia Victoria Western Australia and Tasmania.
A train collision occurred near Welverhampton involving the Wilt Australia Company. No fatalities reported though several members sustained injuries. One valuable item, a bookjumper, was damaged. the engine and carriages were inspected for safety.
The piece profiles Heward as a former civil servant now shifting to farming and horticulture. It notes his substantial salary, farm ventures within Melton district, persistent crop success, and plans to acquire more land. It highlights his view on land reform, irrigation, drainage, and education, praising his practical industry knowledge and financial worth.
A farmers co operative in Victoria named the Western and North Hastery Bacon Curing Company forms with £100000 capital, £40000 called up. It has bought about seventy seven acres near Melbourne, plans a £225000 factory, output 2000 pigs weekly, and aims to secure an uniform year round price for pork. Directors include a court of convenerce breeder facing uncertain rent rules.
A delegate reports on new practices adopted in Australia to boost British industry. The discussion notes improved curing methods and the potential for expansion in the cane sugar and leather sectors, with government collaboration and future appointments shaping the rollout in Britain.
A dated testimonial from Donald Smith on March 12 recounts skin irritation starting as a red spot on the chest that spread to the neck and face. After trial of Cuticura ointment and Cuticura Soap, the rash faded and did not return, with praise from his mother for continued use. Also promotes Cuticura products for various skin ailments and includes a firm address for Towns & Co., Sydney.
The undersigned blacksmithing establishments close for Christmas on December marked dates and reopen in January 1914. Also listed are hospitals and medical facilities in Hamilton offering patient care and surgical wards with telephone contact.
A fire destroyed a railway bridge in Bromdharet area causing total road and rail traffic disruption between Timere and Wanton. The cause is unknown with authorities investigating and reporting traffic gridlock as of Monday.
Parcels and goods delivered to any part of the town. Order box at patent's hairdresser Gray-street, cleared at short intervals, all Ree promptly attended. Robert Young, Proprietor. Tl. M. Ocabe at all hours.
Fragmentary notice details contracts and arrangements regarding Dolman Bros and Vert and Letting A ToslEe. Mentions Hamilton Coleraina and promytis and special conversations about paths and relays, with references to ships and carriages and private parties.
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