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Newspaper
Hamilton Spectator
Location
Hamilton, Victoria, Australia
Date
Jun 23, 1909
Page
3
A fragmented price list advertises 5 yard lengths of heavy grey twill at 39 104d, 6 yard pink white or cream flannelette at 6d, a dozen unbleached towels at 4d per pair, 6 yard white calico at 11d, 150 flannelette blouse lengths at 2s each, and linen runners 10 inches long with a blue stripe offered at reduced values.
A Perth editorial argues the Labour party partners with manufacturers to raise import duties, boosting profits for firms while workers bear higher prices. It warns the public faces higher costs if protection rises, as manufacturers may push wage gains onto consumers and pressure Parliament to back broader duties.
The Labour party supported increasing parliamentary salaries but avoided seeking elector input. They preached “trusting the people” yet balked at applying the principle to their own pay rise, preferring to act when not directly affected.
The government seeks detailed area sowings and wheat stock data from farmers across districts, requesting each to complete cards and return them promptly by the stated deadline. Data will be compiled and published to show total area sown, outputs, and end of month stocks of wheat and flour.
The report notes boats wrestling downriver with a strong current and the need to throw lines to the training walls to tow vessels to the wharves. It also covers a series of notices including stock gales at Macarthur and Coleralno, a license renewal reminder for tobacco sellers, a football stabbing incident at Lambton, an order to attach wages of slaughtermen in Christchurch, and electoral roll shifts with Victoria showing female voter increases.
Land available for selection includes Hilpuh with Vif acres and miles from Glenthamperon Currucurt 134 acres ten miles from Condah Warune 832 acres one mile from Glen Orchard Melbourne Tuesday.
Fragmentary telegraph copy reports the federal cabinet discussing telephone charges and a Mercy Whitto case. The text hints at a public service dispute and a potential hit on a telegraph line connection amid investigations. Names and dates are unclear in the damaged OCR.
Reported case involves Winn Perry Ge Corresyoul in SEELVOURNE during Hew Lavdte election. Details describe a death linked to the Sh Pp ey CD em incident, with officials investigating and local authorities confirming preliminary findings and safety concerns.
A garbled OCR notice from a paper mill discusses an accident within the plant. It mentions operations, danger to a worker, and potential injuries but the text is largely unreadable. The piece lacks clear names, dates, or locations to specify.
Reuters telegrams report Mina Elie Sigel, a missionary killed in London, believed to have fallen victim to depraved acts linked to Chinatown. Investigators reveal letters from white women found at the lodgings of the deceased, suggesting secret dangers and possible motives connected to local converts.
The Morning Post appeals to the British public for 99000 pounds to fund a national dirigible project. It argues France plans four large airships, Belgium one, and Britain one, all built in French manufacture, with Germany reportedly pursuing a similar 500 horsepower airship.
The Cody, a new Huntish army aeroplane, completed a circular flight of miles at Aldershot reaching a height of twenty feet and performed three sharp turns during the course.
The Parliamentary Aerial Defence Committee reports an airship of 227000 cubic feet nearing completion. It is hoped the vessel will sail from Paris to London before the parliamentary session ends.
London reports a stablemen strike over non recognition caused a serious delay to a major race. Spectators broke barriers seeking refunds as military forces restored order and several were injured. The programme was eventually completed.
Imperial press delegates and poets of the Claypow corporation toured Glasgow aboard a steamer on the Clyde. The Australian delegation led by Captain Collins boarded the destroyer on her keel, cheering for the future Commonwealth navy.
London reports show Lloyd George informing the House of Commons that the government would accept an amendment routing half the increment tax on land to total authority. Lord Rosebery criticizes the budget as a new social and political revolution of the greatest magnitude in the realm.
Market notes wheat at five bushels, oats milling and feed at one and one eleventh, potatoes four pounds per ton, quions six pounds per ton, chaff two pounds seventeen shillings sixpence per ton, hay four pounds per ton. Cheese shows fair supplies with rising demand. butter remains firm. Hutter brisk demand. Western cheese quoted one shilling fourpence per ton private one rupee five. ducks preserved at half a dozen per dozen.
Karl Shrewsbury and colleagues announce a English product named Hamil made from waste products. They claim it costs about half the price of petrol, offers greater economy, and has a milder odor.
At the Melbourne sheep market today a mixed yarding showed wool and prime quality wethers fair but prices overall declined. Rates for best ewes and heavier wethers softened while lighter grades held. prices ranged with wethers at 14s to 21s per head and ewes from 5s to 18s 6d, with overall activity subdued.
Dr Ghani head of the Education department in Arbanian has been accused of fomenting unrest within the ministry. The alleged actions threaten the integrity of the cabinet and civic governance. Prosecutors seek accountability amid growing political tensions.
Air Joseph Ward, interviewed in Sydney, outlines defense plans and the two power navy concept. He indicates Australia will seek closer ties with Britain and emphasize strategic naval capabilities amid growing international tensions.
Reuters telegram reports a rain affected Australia vs Yorkshire match at Denton Lane. By lunch Yorkshire had four wickets down and weather turned gloomy. Denton scored 66 before being out to Laver, while Myers contributed a solid innings, though several chances were dropped as Yorkshire reached 299.
Heavy rain postpones play in London after a morning downpour. Yorkshire respond with Firat Toninga and Muscatiey Uhades among scorers, while Laver and Leaver lead the bowling attack. Scattered wickets fall to Leaver and Colter as the day advances with limited action.
The Wellington racing page reports the sculling championship where Arnst defeats Webb in a 3 mile race. Weather is fine and attendance is large. Arnst leads from early in the race, Webb makes a late push but cannot overtake, final margin three to four lengths in record time of 18 minutes 43.5 seconds.
From our own correspondent a sudden downpour shortly after four o clock drenched the town area. Rain continued heavily through the night and into today, raising creeks and rivers to high levels and submerging low-lying districts southeast of Dunkeld.
A fragmented Melbourne trade note describes a chaotic sales scene with vague agency names and scattered references to deals. The piece hints at irregularities and shifting partnerships amid uncertain demand and shifting media ties.
Miss V Charlesworth appears in the Bankruptcy Court for examination relating to a motor car accident claim and alleged misappropriation. Debtor’s statement shows £10,710 returned unco, with assets and jewelry lost. a telegram from Fadieburgt notes travel delay and adjournment. Evidence references a promise of £5,000 plus jewelry and car value, with official receivership and estate costs itemized.
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