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Newspaper
Hamilton Spectator
Location
Hamilton, Victoria, Australia
Date
Jul 11, 1914
Page
3
In a February market report from Hamilton, prime ewes and merino stock show notable prices and conditions. The tally details multiple categories including fat lambs rams ewes and calves with figures reflecting recent trends and buyers’ activity.
A historical notice describes a money loan arrangement offering a large sum for land with fixed terms of 2 to 7 years and an option to reduce the principal if needed. It mentions lenders MEVOT & ON and lists several businesses and street names in Melbourne.
Fragmented OCR text outlines an attorney event at the city hotel with mentions of attendees and a panel. It notes possible sessions on a Wednesday in late July and references to named individuals and agencies but lacks clear structure or outcome.
The advertisement outlines Brighton Grammar School with Head Master G H Crowther and Second Master H A Crowther, noting sea bathing access, proximity to Brighton station, and aims to raise standards for Melbourne University exams. Religious instruction is included, boarders attend Church of England services unless parents choose otherwise, and facilities span a theatre, gym, tennis court, cricket and football grounds on five acres adjacent to Benool premises.
The Ballarat pig market reports vigorous activity with buyers active and prices varying. Traders note steadier demand for porkers, with live prices around 24/0 to 219, while prime porkers see movements and occasional restocking at higher figures.
Market notes indicate firmness in some commodities while others show volatility as traders assess demand this week. Analysts report varied activity with few clear leaders and tempered expectations for prices and volume.
The readable fragments mention chess related terms, places and possible dates along with stray names. The passage appears to be a garbled OCR of a historical column or notice with scattered references to events and individuals but lacks a coherent narrative or complete facts suitable for a full summary.
A night-time break in at Bonnie Doon Cranucoos Town Rosa Noy led to a revolver threat against a maid. Police found no robbery evidence at first but recovered a piece of jewelry as the burglar fled.
Portland Friday reports the death of William Thenzlewood a West Portland resident who collapsed while entering town at the Henry and Huri street intersection. He appeared in good health prior to the incident and was about 70 years old, with no surviving spouse or immediate family.
London, Thursday. Mr Swift MacNeil asked in the House of Commons whether the government received pending confiding of Sir Ellison Moecson v's action in the recent Tar manton events. Harcourt replied that the Tasmanian people’s address would be laid in due courses, with other petitions.
Melbourne dispatch reports Glynn says Weetry Bros agreed with the Federal Government to build freighting works in the Northern Territory and intend to spend about £200,000 on the project. The notice notes an expenditure total of £209,490.
Wire report from Melbourne states that when the railway commissioners term ends April 6, Mr Fitzpatrick retires and Mr W Bltep.. will seek reappointment. It is believed that Mr OL Norman will become chair.
From our own correspondent the Maubourne market reports a Friday session with weather breaking Monday night. Prices given include barley at 210 per load and various ton rates for fish meal breaded and other goods. A splenic storm caused showers to fall since, with 34 points measured today up to now.
From Our Own Correspondent Minimay meeting reveals a small deficit after the balance sheet. Bachelors agree to continue fundraising by collecting shillings to cover the shortfall. Secretaries Lavery Krabnert acknowledged for negotiating and organizing recent activities.
Penshurst Coursing Union organized a hare drive yesterday at Mintyre’s paddock. Thirty hares were captured and forwarded today to the Geelong Coursing Club. A second drive will be held soon. Weather cleared after a week of rain with cold patterns noted.
An extract promotes a women health event by the Ur a Health Army of Sehaiurne with a large local representation. The notice announces a Friday event at a hotel for health demonstrations and offers free consultation plus a free health booklet to Melbourne women. It urges attendees to learn about restoring health through a treatment touted as Saturn Tome and promises no charge for consultations.
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