Locusts threaten Wimmera and strikes loom in Queensland
Australian rural news reports a looming strike among shearers over new contracts and opposition to freedom of contract clauses. Locust plagues threaten farms in the Wimmera district with attacks on crops as authorities note non-union labour in Melbourne and Brisbane and potential broad colonial action if a strike occurs.
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Queensland
Claus
Melbourne
Brisbane
Labour Federation
Boyle Sports
Eoce
Murrany Maneovers
Brancholme
Morntainifes
Byadek
Brantholme
Soment-Puep
Ransholme
Allen
Hyaduk
Algie
Bome
Skone
Dysduk
Don
Heple
Branxholme
Hasudos Hosrran
W. T. Bey
Alex MrAskill
Pigeon Ponds
Wid
C. A. Wiggin
Hamiltes Hospital
Uee
Locosta
Wimmera
Mount Btorgeon
Dunkel
Dunkeld
Gonstable Scanlon
George
James Holland
Igainet
Péirasne
Amina
Darling
Welcome for Professor Hall at Melbourne University Chair
A public welcome was accorded to Professor Marshall Hall from Europe appointed to the Chair of Mass at Melbourne University funded by the late Francia Ormond. Other items note a boy bitten by a dog, a visit invitation from Casterton, and local incidents and business updates in Hamilton and Melbourne.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Thureday
Marshall Hall
Europe
Melbourne University
Francia Ormond
Maryborough
Frank Jukes
Hamilton
Aln. A
Thurmoisy
Casterton
Altho Aule
Melbourne
Jewiee Garrard
Milton
Sandharet
Key-street
Thea
Messrs. Butler
Unsher
Moynan
G. Krowe
Wisitoms
Hakrow
Patricher
Lnwest
Becauzea
London
Sie Mina Progressive
Mail
Miller, Murray and Coy's
Aber
Port Archival Notes On Local Events And Debates
A muddled review covers a club event with a billiards match between W Bennett and P S Marshal ending 81 to 80, a failed plan to purchase a motor launch for Portisod Bay, and council debates on night service, health act observance, and a humane public works program. The piece critiques local conditions, surveys surveyors, and notes turnout for band events and public notices.
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Fuse Bay
Sydney
Genuemin
Marina Board
Portisod
Portisod Bay
Melbourne
Vublic
Coundi Altist
Thas
Ory Talon
Trickey
Silent
Lal Webb
Council Considers Revaluation Amid Resignation Turmoil
The council delays revaluation as the town clerk Henry resigns with three months notice. A tense meeting reveals plans to rescind the valuation order and base it on the previous year's figures, signaling unresolved valuation disputes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Henry
Ferma
Bia
Beer
Motina
Insolvency Caused by Sunday Trading Proposals in Melbourne
Elizabeth Godfrey hotel-keeper hands schedule linked to insolvency from Sunday trading stoppage, costing £35 weekly. Isaac Joseph merchant detained for sealing knives but discharged by City Court with no felonious intent. Abraham Khaled wounded, not yet out of danger. Water scheme eyed to divert Yarn Werrandyte for electric lighting. Minister of Water Supply believed favorable. John Mongrave actor dies of cancer in Melbourne Hospital. A burglary attempt at Barnett and Co ends with three men fleeing, loot of three hundred corn sacks found. horse harnessed for escape. Grain markets quiet amid demand and uncertain weather. wheat prices listed, oats and barley noted.
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Mascone
Elizabeth Godfrey
Isaac Joseph
Salvage Corps
Baylee and Co
Abraham Khaled
John Mongrave
Melbourne
Barnett
Calcutta
Maine
Melbourene Wool Sales Reported Large Offerings
The Melboulene wool sale of 4 400 bales opened the new year with 4 530 bales sold. Prices advanced and several large consignments were listed from Caterton Tesinamia and Gander. The Union Mortgage and Agency of 2 Company organized the animated sale with many lots moving to buyers, including 1 000 bales offset by strong demand.
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Mereovas
Pee
Illon
Toor
Maiwillarop
Monsit Torbreek
Cageldrie
Murtee
Titers
Wee
Mount West
Cnion Mortgage Smd
Renigs
Caterton
Tesinamia
Avenehd
Gander
Ae Bay
Casterton
Pucenslasd
Aia
Dividend Declared by Chartered Bank and Irish Strike News
The English Scottish and Australian Chartered Bank reports a 10 percent half year dividend and £12,000 added to reserves. Across Europe miners in Britain hold strikes with talks failing to resolve wage disputes. Subscriptions for strikers rise as relief is urged, while Irish leadership tensions between Parnell and O Brien prompt renewed peace hopes.
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London
Hank
National Federation of Miners
Birmingham
Scotland
North British
Caledonian
Wea
Hamlton
Glasgow
Justin McAreby
Lewton
Boulogne
Messry O
Mr. Parnell
William O'Bries
Parnell
O'Brien
Justin M-Carthy
Rising of the Sioux Indians Attack on Pine Ridge Begun
General Miles commanding U S cavalry against the Sioux in Nebraska announces five hundred Indians engaged and reports possible surrender forthcoming. Location Pine Ridge referenced with emphasis on ongoing hostilities and strategic pressure.
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Pine Ridge
New York
Genersl Miles
United States Cavalry
Nebraska Country
Renee Indias
Toole to Stage Two Hamilton Town Hall Performances
The renowned J L Toole brings a London company to Hamilton Town Hall next week for two performances. He will present Charles as A Fool and his Money and The Sins with Destiny than Life Birthplace of Podgers and other favorites. Tickets priced reasonably, promising a crowd larger than the hall.
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Hamilton
Western District
Melbourne
J. L. Toole
England
America
Australia
Hamilton Town Hall
Toole
Mr. Teale
Caleb Plummer
Mr.Teale
Australis
Tasman
New Zealand
Vin
Charles
Monsey
Thoreday
Mr. Toole
Ryne Messrs
Marmshon
London
Tuole
Macmaton
Thia
Soke
Hhis
Rogisnd
Phemarepal Wacoens
Mechanics committee meeting notes and local weather update
The Mechanics' committee chair Mr. Hayman presided as only one stage alteration tender was received and deemed too high, delaying approval. Locusts persist in small numbers with sparing destruction. a pig reportedly killed by them was rumor. Weather remains showery with a total rainfall of 26.44 for the year to date, while chess and draughts interest grows with Spectator's new column.
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Waa
Hayman
Ato
Iwatter
Vane
Snd
M‘goll
Yar Mat
Mel
Yosr
Randford Mechanical Institute Elects Officers at Annual Meeting
The Randford Mechanical Institute and Free Library held its annual meeting on January 9. Expenditures for the year slightly exceeded receipts, and notable improvements were reported. New officers were elected: President J Holmes, Vice President W M Conchie, Treasurer T Bonnerville, Secretary H Morrison, with a first-committee slate including Moura, W Laley, James Andiaconeu, J Lyons, J S Anderson and W Hind.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Randford Mechanical Institute and Free Library
J. Holmes
W. M.conchie
T. Bomnerville
H. Morrison
Moura
W. Laley
James Andiaconeu
J. Lyons
Anderson
W. Hind
Mean. G. Holmes
Macfarlane
A Quiet New Year In Apsley Town
New Year’s Day passively quiet in Apsley with most residents traveling abroad for amusement. Hon. Wm. Sheila MLA visited, briefly greeting townsfolk before departing for Melbourne and Launceston to assist the Provincial Council. Bank staff changes noted with Mr. Paulkiner joining Park and Osborne. Interior renovations planned for improved service. A town farewell to a resident soon moving to a distant sphere. Diphtheria cases and medical notices appear, with surgeon dentist Thwaites scheduling clinics across Warrnambool Hamilton Cassterton Coleraine Macarthur Portland and surrounding hotels.
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Wm. Shiela
M.L.A
Om Ta Btruan
Shiela
Melbourne
Launceston
Podersl Council
Ae Saan
Paulkiner
Kilmare
Park
Osborne
Oro Oxa
Bove
Catanam
Thwaites
Kovoit-street
Warrnambool
Puneharet
Peohorat
Tearedey
Hamilton
Victoria
Casterton
Glenelg
Coleratos
Karcite
Macarthur
Portland
Mac's
Somaary Boud
Railway Hotel
Jobs and notices fill Hamilton area ads collage
A dense page lists ANTED help ranging from cooks maids and laundresses to general servants at several households in Hamilton and Ararat. Also seeks watchmaker, grocer, and lodging offers, plus rewards for lost horses and a large villa sale and farm for private sale or tender near Albion Office Coleraine.
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AE “Albion
Whytenteet
Coleratee
Laidlaw and Fenton
Hamilton and Colermne
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Gordons
Ballarat
Moorschool
Faroe District
Newcastle
Garnet
Hensleigh Park
Cavendish
Karubral Clube
Grant
Rozeell Street
Quees
Henry Adama
Denth Lily Adams
Prahran
Beilway Department
Casa Hastle
Newport Workebope
Medical Society of Victoria
Yarra
Coleraine
Colerade
Tasmania
Ition
Moore
Fysh
Legislative Couneil
Daylesford
John Fitzpatrick
Justice Houcaut
South Australis
Colony
Toarsay
W. Bennett
PS Marshal
Nile Club
Mr. Bonnett
Melboulene Wool Sales
Seecuan Wine
European News
Tras
Chile
A.dy Belfer
Sed
New York, Jas
Does
Baxnilton
Sandford
ODM
Apsley
Armytags
Falham
Balmerel
Wien Rerey
Graham Moon
Sizrster
Hp Sr
Fenton
Calline Streak
Lavodrem
Fogg
Grange Hotel
Mise Ryan
Che Zieh
Mm. E. Nee Es
AL Sennett
J Major
Mami Oe
Dipea
Ararat
National Bank
W. W. Moorman
Golden Boot Mart
Laidlaw End Co
Thomecs St
Chas
V. Robinson
Rob Roy Bark Mills
Mamveona
Inez
Elev
Michael O'Keefe
Omy
Wotwindob East
M. Duscher
Bonvar
Colersioe Road
Wannon
J. Clayton
Clarke Street
Frooebstrest
Pares
G, Dilnot
Auctionsor
M‘gull's Gap
Ganlea
Kuimaperis Paxati
Thomas Penall
Cavannah
Ince
North Hamilton
L. Lloyd
Te Lee
Promisen
Hughes Er
Jog Om
Mamilton Racing Club
Hamilton Racing Club
Victoria Motel
D. A. Skewe
Secretory
Tom Cricket Club
Cosa Hotel
Spm
Hamilton Cricket Ground
F. W. Hood
Bea
Hamilton Rifle Club
Fportnton
Ith
Hamilton Piano Company
Bell Et Ory
P.m
F. C
Byma
Penshurst Racing
Panahoret Reclog Club
Dmaysitotie
Hon
Bec
Ugene O'Rourke
Mindon Heagen
Eugene O'Rourke
Edward Barden
Allores Sorebesles
Jane
Supreme Court
William Alexander Hoare
Ware & Silvesrea
Winter-street
Proctora
William Thomas Abrander Hoare
George Walker
George Wi ‘Yate
Killara
Lamet
Enlony
Supeme
Benjamin Fort
Merino
Ssid Denesand
Benjamin Ford
Rvesten
Winter-atrest
Coarateey
Benjamin
Western Province
Mocyt Rocre Drei
Richard Barnes
Penshurst
Kowres
T. Nevil G. Stephenast
Victoria Hotel
H. Coe, Hamilton
Carmichael
George Bloomfield
Cihcerver
Macleod
Normanby
Bukssorn Dn
Visto
Parsons
Charys
A. Macleod
Fdanhope
F. Sal
R. Young
Ersons
Suyuzeaxn
Ronzursos & Co
Dalgety Chambers
Moorabsolst
Gealong
D.laidlaw & CO
D. Laidlaw
D. Laidlaw & CO
Gray Street
NY Parson Foundry
Sean Clnesti
Itis
John A. & T. Hutton
Cheviot Hills
Notive
Nature Afl
Robert Seymour
Glendinning
LL Parsons
WM. Stewart
Brads
William Dingwall
Glenthampaon, Bes, Ltd
Otice
Oetana Hille
Philip Bros
Harton Hilla
Ota Wood
James Thomson
Monivas
Potien
Artaur Gatenay
Oatlands
Homenr Grant
Robert ¢ Tran
Brown-Street
Johnstone
W. C. Wal
Brannholme
Gammon
Silberberg
Temperance Ball
Pearce Fuller
Mr. Kennan
Jim Adumnos
O'Beirne & Kennedy, Buyers
Addrean
WM. Philip
Harton Hills
Macarthur, Jan
Int
Te Contracters
Eparate
W. H. Malwille
Ammond & Downes
Pereaweest ,Bros. & Co
Beg Ta Intik
Belfast
Koroit
N. Ca
Goode Ty Com
Port Fairy
Fayirepes
Messrs. Macnahon
J. Bi. Kennan
Portland Public Band
Srer
Ake
Inet
Oliver Em
Seca
Moat
Broochitia
Teflon
Rheamatiem
Sciatica
Lem
Kehool Bay
Pontfice
Port Fairy Cay
Taney Das
Grwad
Ross-Hell
W.& W. Thomson
Iron B
Morayshire
Udesso— Barkley and Abeddar Marmalade
Lemon
Cambridge
Mortedella
Oxford
Naples
Mencarani
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