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Newspaper
Hamilton Spectator
Location
Hamilton, Victoria, Australia
Date
Oct 11, 1917
Page
4
Fragmentary garbled text lists fabric types, patterns, colors, and terms like floral, striped, cheethed, and crepes. Mentions woven patterns, mentions of shades and special tones, but no coherent event or persons.
Eulogies and casualty notices honor lieutenants and privates Fran c is and Francis with details of Gallipoli action and deaths. Messages of mourning, civilian obituaries, and telegrams from Hamilton district express grief for fallen soldiers including M Phee and McPhee, with notes on their service, ages, and surviving relatives. Upcoming local events include school sports, a grand carnival for returned soldiers, auctions, cattle and sheep sales, and commemoration services across the Hamilton area.
The Dundas meeting at the temperance hall considered funding no candidate for the Dundas representation at the coming state elections. The chair and attendees discussed Labour and Liberal positions, Kennedy Smith and Melville candidates, and the chance of a Liberal victory with careful support and organized campaigning.
Restera Telegram from London reports an Italian official view that after renewed attacks on the Comialetis Massif the enemy faced limited Italian artillery fire. The dispatch says about 100 rounds were exchanged in total engagements near Bein weet.
The correspondence column prints thanks from the Modrces Society Milton branch for support received. It notes a 22000 entry for purchasing transport to aid work, reports that finances have eased executive anxiety, and promises a detailed year review and balance sheet next month.
At Melbourne Wednesday fat stock tally reached 161 from districts including North Eastern Northern and South Western Gippaland and Kingland. Prices varied with heavy weights scarce and buyers plentiful. quotes ranged from 23 to 34 pounds for bulls and cows with lighter calves strong as fresh supply met steady demand amid fluctuating prices.
Melbourne forecast for Thursday predicts cloudy skies with scattered showers mainly in the east. Moderate southeasterly winds accompany the damp conditions as the outlook continues tonight.
In Melbourne the Legislative Assembly discussed a bill to curb centre privileges in public works. The Premier moved a second reading about contracts up to £100 and inclusion of the railway department. Debate covered employment of German spice, and a £5 fee deemed insufficient for public purchases. Boldiera' Settlement dismissed in council.
Steamship owners refuse to confer with waterside workers citing imminent terms. The Goulburn is due with 600 tons of coal. Sydney federation officials in Melbourne urge action while Hugo’s shipwork is set to be preferred, labourers’ conditions reportedly restored as shipping remains held up.
A labor union meeting reveals workers at A188 Company's fleet are paid off as salaries cancel. Shipping is paused pending Mel etre permission for shipments to leave port. The union notes the crew from all ships has been paid off, with company aims to resume duties only after cargo movement reopens.
Melbourne market notes demand and pricing for milling barley Cape feed and other grains. Government actions reportedly affecting national measures are cited amid market entries.
Results from Geelong races at Mounep Valley today list winners in multiple events. Notable victors include Polygamist in Geckong Handicap by a neck and Sunbury Belgian Watt taking City Plate with a short head margin.
The Booth meeting held today in Australia concluded with Bob Ottawa winning the Spring Handicap ahead of Cosmos and Asolo. Other races listed include hurdles with Wood Prince and Kap Loader among placers, and the Steeplechase featuring Fury Lad, Van ture, and Dice Box with dividends noted.
Local tennis club notes remind firmiston lawn tennis olive and interested parties of a meeting at the town hall on Tuesday evening. It is anticipated the agenda includes the ladder and other topics with all invited to attend and participate in the tennis discussion.
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