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Newspaper
Hamilton Spectator
Location
Hamilton, Victoria, Australia
Date
Mar 09, 1914
Page
3
Wire from Melbourne reports the Federal Treasurer favors Commonwealth shipping facilities to link Australia to world markets. He notes difficulties but believes broad access will benefit national commerce and industry.
A blaze in Melbourne at Maller and Co motor works in Klinayrth Street damaged the top floor this afternoon. The grit floor contained no motors and escaped, while a timber yard nearby was endangered. Firemen kept the flames from reaching the yard.
The Hamilton Waterworks Trust held a monthly meeting at the town hall on Friday night. Topics included correspondence on rate adjustments and drainage, repair plans for the basin at the works, and a report on water consumption and storage. The inspector praised new tapping equipment and discussed potential pricing to improve efficiency and reduce waste. Members debated technical proposals and authorized committee review.
At the Victoria Valley Picnic Races Albinsia and a host of local notables ran a full program. J Hutchings and J W Short led duties with committees and officials praised for smooth operations as horses contested trophies and plates across events including the MEMOARS PLATE and Handicap Steeplechase with tight finishes and shared honors among Albinnia Red Queen and Miss Bona.
From Our Own Correspondent Melbourne notes quiet trading as weather disrupts exports. Wheat prices ease while fodder and feed remain steady. Rain revived pasture briefly but heat dries ground water scarce. stock feeding continues and bore drilling expands to access water. Mr McKenna reports a 24 foot bore delivering improved supply, aiding ongoing water solutions amid continued dry spells.
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