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Newspaper
Hamilton Spectator
Location
Hamilton, Victoria, Australia
Date
Feb 23, 1914
Page
3
A massive explosion at Noel's mixing house near Ardeer bombed the works as gelatine explosives detonated. Many workers inside were killed or injured while debris and timber rained over surrounding villages and roads.
Vancouver reports Colonel Goethal announces the Panama Canal will be open for merchant shipping by June 1. The announcement outlines a planned opening date and the expected start of commercial traffic through the canal.
Berlin reports the trial of Count Mielzynski for manslaughter of his wife and nephew. The proceedings are closed, with 25 witnesses and officials transported by night trains to the Count's castle. The defendant pleads guilty claiming provocation, while his health is failing from prior injuries.
Hartford reports that terrified by a sun dog or mock sun of remarkable beauty, William Farrell, recently injured in a head accident, hanged himself after the appearance. A heavy snowstorm followed, as forecast by the weather bureau.
In London on Friday Bishop Hicks of Lincoln withdrew a proposed amendment to the marriage service that would strike out the word obey. He noted the opposition is now strong as the Upper House contemplates the change amid the ongoing debate on the ceremony.
A petition with 21 545 signatures from Australia in support of the Plumage Bill will be presented to the House of Commons next Monday. It is hoped similar measures will pass in the Netherlands and other places.
The article reports that the alleged blackmailer was discharged after no evidence connected him to the crime. It notes a woman who previously paid money or provided a claim was involved and mentions the Prine cea of Thurn and Taxis in relation to the case context.
The British Admiralty announces a reorganization with three admirals assigned to the Mediterranean region to strengthen naval operations and create a unified battle command.
A series of bushfires swept Victoria's Glenelg area on Thursday with fires burning near Casterton and Dergholm. The Blaire, Gamboola, and Sandford regions reported extensive damage to fences haystacks and paddocks, with property losses and threatened homesteads as crews fought to contain the flames aided by wind and water-tank brigades.
Dr Carty Salmon accepted an invitation to stand for the Balaclava seat in the House of Representatives replacing Mr Achar Wynne Postmaster General who will not seek re election.
Melbourne market wire notes today see wheat firm at 3/9 per quarter for prompt delivery and 3/94 for March delivery. Gate-milling 1/1, feed 0/94 per bushel, hay 5 10 per ton, chaff 3/10 per ton, potatoes 4 per ton, onions 27 1.0 per live unit.
Wires from one correspondent say there is no change to report in connection with the waterside trouble and no new developments in the dispute.
A medical note argues most stomach pain stems from fermentation caused by aging and improper diet. It advises neutralizing acid with water after meals and using a specific antacid powder, claiming it halts fermentation and aids digestion, urging readers to confirm ingredients with their chemist.
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