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Newspaper
Hamilton Spectator
Location
Hamilton, Victoria, Australia
Date
Jul 09, 1914
Page
3
A damaged OCR snippet shows a misread Melbourne entry for a person or business named Tagley or Tagley the change with scattered address details 410 Columet Melbourne and a Bank of Ane tralnml run. Telegraphic address and private telephone numbers appear garbled.
The community calendar lists a series of county fairs and flower shows with dates in September and November. The Habmeral Show and the Belentope Show are highlighted, along with Hamilton events including a November 7 North Hamilton Flower Show.
In a brief statement from the Legislative Assembly last night Mr Johnstone, chairman of the royal commission on somber matters, spoke on the Addream family and progress toward a report on a settlement. He noted a portion of the Nerri Nerrin estate sold to Mr Wynne was inferior and urged closer settlement. Also, W J McLean, a Liberal land date speaker, is scheduled to address town hall next Monday. A pioneer death of Mr James Smith is reported with funeral details in Banford. The People’s Party announces a meeting in Cholbeitinge Béal for Wednesday.
A crowded notice of theater events and screenings details Leitch Pictures at the town hall with English and Australian Gazettes features. It lists The Wearing of the Green banned by government and previews of films such as Salome and Mantel at the Wheel. The report mentions performances by Allen Deane and Mr Keotas, with ticket ranges and venue details for Sydney, Melbourne, and Hay.
A garbled report outlines a proposed autonomy for Ulster within Ireland. It mentions government involvement, a period of governance, and a plan tied to a future year with references to costs and political structures. The fragmentary text hints at legislative processes and regional administration amid turmoil.
A proposed reform advances a bill to elect an Ulster assembly by proportional representation under a new constitutional scheme. It outlines control, duration, and service terms by a tribunal and government departments, seeking a poll of Ulster voters.
Fragmentary wartime notes describe unrest in Albania with mentions of local leaders and mounting pressure. The text references foreign intervention and the prospect of relief or reform after months of conflict.
The Montreal paper reports a commission on the sale of the Storstad under Admiralty Court orders. The vessel was sold for 36,000 with the purchaser named as the local owner. The security for payments is released once the purchase money is paid.
A ceremony on Pall Mall marked the unveiling of a Captain Cook statue with Sir Thomas Brock’s design. Attendees included Sir Joseph Cur, Sir George Reid, Mr. Winston Churchill, and leading officials. New Zealand’s Mount Cook memorial referenced Cook’s voyages as Britain’s trade grew with Germany and France.
A parliamentary session features heated discussion on the finance bill and timing for measures. Mr. Belfour criticizes the government for harsh approaches and urges a less ruthless remedy than the guillotine metaphor.
An inquiry will examine the Woolwich Arsenal strike following disturbances in London. Officials aim to determine the parties involved and establish facts amid protests and local tensions during the episode.
The Appeal Court upholds rejection of entry for the Hindia aboard the Komagata Maru. Authorities say the group lacks funds to stay in Canada and should be transported back to the Orient. Dominion Government urged to arrange finance for their repatriation.
An odd wartime style notice describes a supposed ultra powerful weapon titled the most powerful wittlestip in the world. It mentions a length of 650 feet and mentions a teenaged pilot while hinting at civic tours and armour tech.
London wool sales opened with moderate activity and some gains in finer grades. Attendance was heavier the following day as American buyers showed interest while medium sort prices remained below peak levels in a softer market.
In Melbourne the Legislative Assembly heard Premier and MPs discuss mining policy, expenditure, and proposed tax reforms. Speakers criticized deficits, rail subsidies, and employer wages while urging alignment with the Factories Act and regional equity. The session adjourned after brief remarks on rates and cream pricing.
Reported forest fires near Archangel force shifts in Russian defense. Troops mobilized as flames threaten a wider area, with weather and reconnaissance aiding responses. Mentions a broader campaign around northern coastal zones and patrols around key supply towns.
A London report notes Germany’s move to extend its shipping reach raises protests in Britain. The Financial Times says British lines feel their position is endangered and urge studies of pricing, routes, and ports while German firms claim no fear if Europe’s customers are served efficiently.
OCR fragment describes a French event with references to casualties and overtones of financial figures. Names and precise details are missing or garbled. The readable parts point to a disaster or incident with a Paris context and inquiries into monetary offers.
A distress message from the Shima Maru describes a collision or incident at sea near Pond today. The crew reports loss of bearings seven others alive with some dead and others injured while the steamer drifts. Navigation officials think the wreckage may have come from the vessel and the note was sent to authorities.
In Capetown on Wednesday the South African Parliament debated a bill to settle industrial disputes and regulate trade unions but the Senate blocked it, preventing it from becoming law.
London reports a series of towers armed with quickerere for air defence is being erected around Part near the harbor and elsewhere on the Heilieh tower.
A fragmentary Reuters telgram reports the murder of Fremantle chief steward Sadler aboard a ship while the second steward Honwthar is implicated. The brief item hints at a violent act on voyage with limited readable details.
A garbled OCR fragment notes a contested election matter involving Austen Chamberlain and a local figure named Alleten OChotetorlatien. It references voting, a father figure, and a prolonged contest process, with unclear place names and dates.
An 1800s newspaper item notes a legislative council moment and mentions Woods' Creat Peppermint Core as a remedy. The fragmentary text references a price and a medical product used for cough relief.
Market reports from Melborne show price quotes for wheat and hay with per bushel and per ten units. Irregular OCR renders confuse some items but entries include reads like wheat price per bushel and hay per ton with references to Harlee Raglah and Martee figures.
Fragmentary OCR text reports a royal tour in Scotland and London mentioning Tuvadar and Cincinneal Bilin, with unclear actions and places. The readable fragments reference a royal presence and city settings, but specifics are unreadable.
The fragmentary text discusses rowing figures and weight shifts associated with Suulling and Paddon in London. It notes a recovered trembling condition after an accident and mentions changes in rowing weight and perceived length advantages. The passage references critics and a review indicating evolving technique and a mystery around certain training methods.
London reports the preliminary Davis Cup matches with England’s Davia Poy Mayorate defeating Deborman Mellin 6 1 6 1 while England’s Perle beat Watson Weleun 6 -8.
Detectives probe a Monday night robbery at a beachside bar where a dozen men reportedly looted about 1000 in cash and a portion of hay. Police believe a group of wearing disguises carried out the theft and escaped.
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