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Newspaper
Hamilton Spectator
Location
Hamilton, Victoria, Australia
Date
Jun 15, 1912
Page
5
Disjointed OCR fragment describes a rail way incident with an attempted attack and emergency response. Mentions a man, a boy, and a possible elephant reference, unclear names or places due to garbled text. The piece hints at a chaotic scene with a delay and unidentified authorities responding.
The High Court delivers judgment on the appeal against the will of Daniel Healey of Lettie En. The defendant’s wife claims forgery, alleging Healey wrote the will under pressure. The court found evidence weak for demanding further writs before trial.
Fragmentary report from MELBOURNE details an ex Harman suspect charged after a hotel break in. Wire service notes mention a barman, a car, and a police incident with unclear timing and local reaction.
Hawkesdale hosts a valedictory evening for Mr. C Cybyeford the late Minia mile lira engineer. The gathering, chaired by A H Bard, features toasts to the King and district officials, presentations to Mr. Redford, and songs and recitations by local attendees.
A local Hobart skating meet drew a modest turnout on Wednesday evening with a gentle crowd. Winners included Mr. Dan Mallon for the gentlemen’s prize and Mr. Fallon for the hooded prize, while Miss Pearl Thorne and Miss Train Powell won the ladies’ band bag and prow prizes respectively. The event passed amid talk of Chamberlain’s Couch-Healedy and other local notes.
A town council meeting assessed use of a reserve for a primary school. Officials weighed shifting funds from other departments to the school project, with debate over location, timing, and impact on recreation space and municipal services.
A fragmentary, drifted poem recalls a lament of love and admiration. The speaker notes a captivating walk and striking attire, likened to tan boots and high heels, while confessing affection beneath whimsical lines.
A fragmented weather note from Melbourne reports widespread showers and unsettled conditions. The text lists many place names and names associated with the forecast and timing, indicating a period of mixed rain and cool conditions across areas including The Hobart region and surrounding towns.
An ornate coach built for Mr Gordon by Sydney Gle shows expert joinery and painting. The vehicle features a black body, gilded detailing, and rich finish with carefully executed paneling and undercarriage work. The creation is described as a very handsome, high quality trap completed for Mr Far and to be viewed at the Tom Pernertowt showroom.
TEMPRANGE CORNLA conducted by the Heamlitom branch of the WCTU presents The Master's WonK a devotional text urging daily prayer trust in Jesus and steadfast faith. The fragmentary hymn-like piece emphasizes looking to Jesus for strength and daily guidance, urging perseverance and steadfast devotion.
Wire report from Melanin details scoring at a weekend athletic event. Notable performances include winners Manditints and Moore with multiple top placements. results list several athletes across events and indicate medals and times. The item preserves a periodized sports roundup style with names, scores, and rankings in a terse local report.
The Melville oval hosts a decisive afternoon of football with St George's aiming for the second grade premier title. Local figures Mrs B Greed and Mr DL Senniac are noted, while plans include a public gathering at the hotel and a committee visit to Timkelt.
A stray OCR fragment outlines a rural match featuring Bt and Ceoredea third grade teams. Players include J Creda, Edmongton, Petting A Cornell, Godwin, L McCemly, A Bowen, J Ryan, T Millar, Harri Atate, and J Willers in a local cricket event tied to a state school.
In a local sports note, Hetritten group members plan an afternoon practice at the rifle range. The session starts at two o'clock and will feature targeted drills before a weekly meet at the facility.
Commissions executed in an unspecified area invite tenders for supply and delivery of timber for Eridver on the her ihehep to Meroonn Thailveny. Tender for timber must be lodged with a preliminary deposit in the Sender Ain, Wowiwity Ceo, MieD bomen, ent er before the stated day.
A dense timetable lists trains between Ararat and multiple lines including Hamilton Portland and Brantholme routes. It notes days of operation, departure and arrival times, and connections with stations such as Dunkeld Coleraine Warrnambool and Portland. The schedule covers Monday to Saturday services with several lines repeating weekly and indicates changes in times across different towns.
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