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Newspaper
Hamilton Spectator
Location
Hamilton, Victoria, Australia
Date
Oct 05, 1912
Page
8
Reuters dispatch from London reports a stalled ultimatum in the Balkans as the alliance legations convey a warning to the powers. The text notes talks on autonomy in the region including Laer doin Alenia and Old Servis, with Germany pressing for clarity before further moves.
Reuters reports that Turkey has notified the Balen States that due to aerospace concerns its reserves will have full liberty of action to sale or pledge heir rights.
News letters from Constantinople describe unrest as Turkish Consulates are surrounded and crowds cheer pro war demonstrations. The Porte signals promised reforms but faces international scrutiny as Bulgarian actions and Belgian tensions loom.
Incomplete notes describe movements and statements involving Greece and Britain. The text references nine corps and mentions Betviad and Pennlaed amid disjointed phrases.
An unreadable clipping from Friday mentions a person’s name and an intervention in progress, with garbled text making details unclear. The readable bits suggest a local procedural update or legal public notice, but specifics are missing.
Fragmentary text reports a government cabinet shakeup rumor amid Royal affairs. It mentions the King not the Queen, a motor collision near Plen, and a medical or chemical discussion about a pill and a list of prices.
The miners congress approved a proposal for a five days week with broad support and some dissent. Discussion covered taxing and restructuring of mine ownership and a plan to compensate miners with stock redeemable in twenty years. The Minister of Mines would oversee distribution as part of the reform effort.
Fragmentary wartime note reports Territorial Army enlistment totals with references to London and officials. The garbled text mentions Colonel Seely, the War Secretary, and universal service implications amid distorted figures and procurement language.
In London on Friday the wheat market remains steady with Australian wheat quoted at 42/2. Butter is quiet with prices unclumped. Importers show willingness to pay more than 132 for Australian wheat amid limited forward business in CY Journal.
Fragmentary text notes new automatic rita calipre entrants with five first-class powers offering terms. Mention of looser criteria and impacts on earlier types remains unclear within damaged lines.
Wire dispatch from Melbourne reports burglars entered the Sandringham post office early morning but fled after a noise alarm. Police arrived to find no money taken and evidence suggesting tampering but no cash missing.
The full bench of the High Court Sugar Commission case held the Sugar Commission Act valid and granted an injunction against the commission on certain questions. Justices Inames and Higgins disagreed on the ground of relevancy.
Fragments indicate months of suspension on immigration and shipping for new arrivals. The article notes limited accommodation and fare issues affecting twelve hundred immigrants, with plans to address the backlog and revise transit provisions locally.
Reported case from Melbourne recounts three young men convicted of stealing letters from pillar boxes and subjected to severe torture by local magistrates before release. Details remain unclear due to fragmented OCR text. authorities questioned over handling of the punishment.
Wire from our correspondent lists grain and fodder prices in Melbourne. Wheat at 4/3, oats new offering 3/3 per bushel, barley 5/5 per ton, hay 6/10 per ton, oats and other items show varied rates, all in pounds per ton or bushel as noted.
Fragmentary report from London on a motor accident near Mywinford Fast Mare shows Mr Dillon and Nationalist member Tor Hest Mayo involved. One victim rendered unconscious with head injuries as telegraphic list indicated. John Dillon MP stated incident not serious.
Gladys Evans, a suffragette, was released from custody on grounds of ill health after forcible feeding. She had been convicted with Mary Leigh for an attempt to burn down a London theatre, according to a Thursday London report.
About five hundred people gathered at Royal Park to witness the promised display by the American aviator. Engines failed to start and officials announced no further ascent until a calm morning.
Melbour ne police arrested William Davis on charges of forging gold and holding a license for a cold storage operation. He faced accusations of embezzlement and illicit gold smelting applications.
Chass Welsh a noted aviator was killed when an aircraft crashed here yesterday. The accident occurred during a flight with bystanders and spectators reporting the scene.
In London auctions a sizable New Zealand wool offer drew strong competition at the highest prices for the sericea type, while overall prices remained unchanged.
London reports the Atlantic liner Amerika collided with and sank a submarine on Dover Friday. Fourteen of the submarine's crew were drowned. The event follows prior reports of rescue and a death notice for Mr. Keury Francis Eaton of Victoria, with unclear details remaining.
Fragmented OCR lists buyers and sellers with various codes and prices. The item appears to be a catalog or sale notice from Cathcart Central, noting names such as Logan Buyeroa and Langi Loren with buyer counts and prices, but the text is garbled.
The report compiles yesterday’s weather readings for Hamilton including barometer levels, humidity, and temperatures with forecast notes. It notes rainfall averages over forty years and provides wind and sky conditions for tonight and tomorrow.
Sporting notes describe a picnic race meeting at Banford with events on the agenda. The programme includes races and a main horse event. nominations close November 5 with J Sheppard Jr as secretary. Details and rates appear in advertising columns.
A high profile football match between Ararat and St George marks a potential season highlight. Gates close due to limited ticket sales, with central umpires named and Buckner and Baker as boundary umpires. St George lineup includes Hyalop Heaney and Lott among others.
Seventeen bids for park works were received by the water authority. Prices ranged from 1 shilling 6 pence to 5 shillings 6 pence, with 6 pence per acre for a gort, and 3 shillings 6 pence for cottage and pond dock. Committee referred tender totals to the finance committee for tallying and instruction to bidders.
Fragmentary 19th century medical advertisement claims a treatment for chest complaints called Permmir or Bheldon’s New Discovery for Goughs and olds. It asserts effectiveness against all cases and lists a price of 1/6. Availability suggested “everywhere.”
A Springbok footballer secured a decisive victory over Gomereet, winning by 24 points. The match showcased strong offense and solid defense from Springbok, with the unnamed opponent unable to close the gap in the final quarter.
According to a damaged entry Wesleyan headquarters at Wratainster opened today with a grand ceremony. The report notes a new Weslayan besdower tern and mentions officials present during the event.
An advertisement-style blurb touts Dr Shela digestive tablets as a natural remedy for indigestion and stomach issues. It warns that fat digestion aids, acidity, and headaches may improve, claiming two tablets after each meal will relieve symptoms. Readily obtainable nationwide.
Notice to all persons with claims against the estate of John MacMaster late of Black Glen near Goddet Victoria who died on June 23 1912. Alfred Peter Macken executor invites proof of claims at his office by November 4 1912 or they will be distributed. This notice appears from Hamilton Victoria.
LL. B. ABUTOMBY advertises eyesight improvement through goalised vision aids. He visits Maastricht regularly and notes that dates of the next visit will be announced in upcoming issues.
Fragmentary notice lists Thomas Hurley and associates on Percy Street dealing in fancy goods and agency services. Mentions Hamilton Spectator and Aly Martinami Co. with minimal legible details.
A scanned Dundas Shire page lists numerous residents and property holders alphabetically by surname, including Anderson, Bepeha, Brewis, Cameron, Carter, Cooke, Crawford, Derby, Derk, Edwards, Ferguson, and many others. The text shows amounts and columns likely for rates or valuations, with continuing annotations across pages.
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