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Newspaper
Hamilton Spectator
Location
Hamilton, Victoria, Australia
Date
May 27, 1912
Page
3
A Melbourne wire report says a horse-drawn coach capsized near Burwood when a tree was struck, tossing occupants and injuring several. One 16 year old resident of Kew was hospitalized with minor concerns. three horses were fatally injured and two carried for treatment.
Wire from our correspondent reports Mr Fisher told Mr Watt that American land seekers are visiting the Northern Territory at their own request and not at the invitation of the Federal government.
Melbourne Saturday reports the Legislative Council by election in the South Western province. Final tally shows Richardeon Liberal 8 Barreant Labour 4 with only one small return left to come, indicating a dominant Liberal lead in the contest.
Dr. Norrim director of qc Eire orders the aduber Yawate Maru into quarantine upon arrival from Sydney due to smallpox concerns.
MpLOoursh announces that Appresticns close on June 19 for land representing 60 000 acres opened along the Guyer and Murrayville railway between Mallee regions.
Wire from Gur Correspondent reports Donald Cameron of Coleraine has lodged a will. The property valued at 24:2 is left to the widow and children. The Contre let is noted in the settlement.
Wire report from Melbourne notes a large collection of medicine bottles, with at least 16 640 bottles counted. The feature describes the crate, storage conditions, and industry interest in bottle production and distribution during the period.
Frank Gould, a driver, fell from a vehicle and died following a crash in Melbuuhak. The incident, reported by Gur Morrmedilant, notes the fatal fall occurred on Betaurday.
The defense minister announces the appointment of Colonel 100 of ACURA to the Brantleu Und, the wire report from War Correspondent notes. The dispatch also mentions quotations from GoLodlay and an exchange of buyers and sellers including New wave Tega and Boyere.
Casterton society selects Supremier 11 and 12 for a two day show with classes for horses over hurdles sheep dogs and practical farming displays. Great Peppermint Cure advertised for coughs colds and remedies.
The report notes the Australian rowing team arriving in Stockholm and reports on Melbourne race results at Rosehill and Adelaide. It mentions other sports items including horse racing outcomes at Hurstville and local club performances, with mentions of specific horses, jockeys, and placements.
The flat, monthly metal competition on the Hinks Farm course drew twenty four entrants with a tie for first between FF Coe Parker and Ky Learmonth, each scoring a net 3a. Rain improved the turf but the fairway cutting and rolling remained the standout feature. The course awaits completion of turfing work to compare with other links. The tie will be played off this week for the leaders.
Felios games yielded several close finishes with Brag Mawes defeating Collingwood by 72 points and Bediods besting Elburrog 4 2. Carktup beat Hite while Lie inde routed Feito gute 7 1. MailWuiod edged yogis by two behinds and Ab LE defeated eiekoy 21 behinds. Genk Loiverei won by 4 goals as Protran and Withenen town posted mixed scores. The Cavendish match highlighted competitive play and strong prospects for the season with high drama and spirited effort throughout the day.
The Hamilton Coursing Club will hold its second meeting on Monday at the Hamilton grounds. A prize for the most valuable stone and a cup will be offered with a show of enthusiasm among supporters. Delegates are asked to arrive early and sign in before entering the grounds on the public holiday.
The fragmentary text references a hacking incident involving Ro Shelltean and a grant connected to Woods. Details are sparse, with unclear context and missing dates or locations. Further readable facts are insufficient to determine a clear event, person, or outcome for a definitive news-style card.
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