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Newspaper
Hamilton Spectator
Location
Hamilton, Victoria, Australia
Date
Jul 09, 1913
Page
4
Readable notes advertise a winter sale at Miller’s offering ladies and men’s clothing at heavy discounts. Items include coats, tweeds, hats, stockings, gloves, and embroidery with prices and yardage. numerous fabrics and ready made garments feature reduced rates.
July 22 25 Caramut coursing entries July 14 September 1 and 4 Hamilton Show entries August 30 death notice. Rowe at her residence Mostes etreet Hajlarat on June 8 Kate Bopbia wife of Charlee Howe formerly of Calaraine Awed Thyenra to be referred by Undertaker Ho J Wheeler Thursday July 10
The article discusses New South Wales Victoria style electoral reform and Melbourne’s influence. It argues the distribution of legislative seats should reflect population density while critiquing government moves favoring metropolitan power and the central role of Melbourne in parliamentary policy.
A campus outreach push by the University Extension movement faces local support and questions. Letters discuss arranging two lectures by Professor Oelorne, with proposed dates in late April and estimated costs around 14, providing that town hall space is secured.
A Hamilton orchestral event presented by the municipal society features Mingy Tevbel Freeman as lead artist with a varied program of instrumental and vocal works. Tickets at Kancon’s until six, with early arrival urged to manage the crowd. public notices call ratepayers to inspect voters’ lists and submit payment notices by Monday.
The fragmented passage discusses fear of opposition from a cornice or party faction, calls for decline in state data, and contemplates reorganization and unity within the Country Party. It mentions Mr Water and possible redistribution questions and hints at electoral revision debates.
The article lauds Peter Dawson, famed English baritone, for his opening Adelaide concert with enthusiastic audience praise and lengthy applause. It notes strong support for accompanying artists Miss Alette Georges and Mr Alexander Cooper, and mentions future town hall appearances and ticket details.
In Melbourne the Legislative Assembly debated measures to protect Crown Sand and lower wattles, with ministers noting Bendigo railway works and allocations. Members criticized government spending on public works, harbour trust appointments, and questioned funding for coal, sugar, and rail development amid calls for inquiry and allocations.
The Legislative Council passed the Hupply Gill after a drawn out session. Mr. Melville resumed the debate on the Address in Reply as defence, and the Hope rose till Tuesday.
A wire from Melbourne reports a corrupt trustee who forged and appropriated a woman's cheques totaling 126 pounds and 5 shillings. The accused allegedly altered and cashed the cheques, with Hardy the person who presented them. Police are pursuing charges in the matter.
Melbourne on Tuesday sees improving conditions with gentler winds and rising temperatures. Fragments indicate partial clarity and the chance of scattered showers later in the week.
Reports from Athens and Balosta describe Greek forces gaining ground near the Strymon River and seizing a Bulgarian steamer Vittoria while pursuing fugitives. Vienna notes an unconfirmed push by Bulgarian forces under General Ivanov with King Constantine leading Greek troops near Niprita. London cautions that much of the battle narrative is exaggerated and no decisive engagement has been confirmed.
Fragmentary text notes the Porte telegraphing to Dene and Bolgaris about a proposed practical arrangement of Enos to Media line. Preparations are under way for an advance of a political or military nature amid Constantinople discussions.
The Mansion House committee allocated funds from the Scott fund in London on Tuesday. Lady Scott receives CRO and £4450 for her son Peter. Captain Scott's mother and two sisters get £6000. Mrs Wilson and two daughters £445. Mrs Evans and three children £1250. Evans' mother £250. Lady Scott’s share reverts to Peter on death. £100 goes to deficit on the expedition. memorial plans and photographs linked to the five dead explorers in Hyde Park are funded. the balance supports future Polar efforts.
London reports Mr J C Williamson died after kidney trouble and heart complications. A Pacific cyclone delayed his voyage to New York where he hoped to reunite with family. Relatives met him at Havre as Paris doctors held hope. he faded peacefully Sunday afternoon with kin present. Wright's death notice records burial preparations in Paris.
Mr Gilbert Parker and Oniontet M.P. questioned whether Australia accepted Admiral Henderson's report in part or in full. Details of construction, personnel, coal, and the small arms factory progress were discussed, with Churchill indicating Admiralty is not ready to reply to any oversen-demilment.
A trolley car collision occurred Monday near Sew Oyark, injuring about thirty passengers with multiple serious wounds reported as responders assisted at the scene and road transmissions resumed after the incident.
London reports the Home Rule bill cleared its third reading amid cheers and opposition amendments. Bonar Law urged broader contact while Asquith warned about dangerous persecution claims and pledged the Government would press on with Home Rule.
The Standard reports a large scale suffragette plot to ignite London’s government hubs on a chosen night. Phosphorus and other combustibles were seized, with planned arson at key centers and even French aviators offered bombs. The Southport pier area was doused in paraffin and a shelter burned though firemen stopped the blaze. Sylvia Pankhurst was arrested while addressing suffragette listeners in the East End, her guards attempting to shield her and her fainting during custody.
The court resumed the Scott will case as a crowded audience awaited proceedings. The jury concluded no undue influence by Sackville, found no fraud by Lady Sackville, and held that the will and its five codicils were duly executed, maintaining Lady Sackville's rightful claim.
The estimate places the value around £20000 for the custom tin Acott will case. Officials project the total to reach about AL 2u0, indicating the high price tag for this item.
The article reports on Commonwealth rifle team members in London preparing at Ris ing Font for upcoming imperial service. Sir George Heid speaks for visitors pledging to shoot well to aid the Empire, with Australia aiming for military readying including universal male service. Bir eeorge Rel invites the Duke of Connaught to start the Commonwealth.
Fragmentary text mentions suspects, a possible crime in Florida, and a telegraph pile with a person named Giddy Wea and references to Broochial Coieha and Wools Gren Peppeemint Core. Details are unreadable.
Fragmentary OCR item references a London note invoking a peppermint cure and a 1/6 price quote, with garbled phrases about a four Continental demand and chronic complaints.
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