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Newspaper
Hamilton Spectator
Location
Hamilton, Victoria, Australia
Date
Oct 16, 1911
Page
4
In every department Miller's showcases the newest styles selected by Mr. Thomas during trips to London and Paris, bringing the fashionable world to local shoppers.
A vintage sale notice advertises ready to wear hats including Hine Amvourt Ready to Wear Hats with trims, and a large stock of ladies hats, blouses, coats and skirts in linen and assorted colors. Prices range from 11/6 to 19/8 with ribbons, bows, and embroidery details highlighted.
A period advertisement urges ladies to come now while the selection is good. It lists dresses and fabrics with prices in shillings, including striped marquisettes, tweeds, crepe de chine, chiffon, tussore yardage, and new Mysore Zephyrs. Notable items include Dress Leneths, Muller's fabrics, and Loy alty Prints, in various colors and patterns, with emphasis on quick purchase.
A garland of lace inserts Guipure net lace curtains and embroidered borders arrive with white lace gloves Lisle gloves and beavers in multiple colors and sizes. The sale highlights Swiss embroidered handkerchiefs lace collars and Peter Pan collars plus lace neck wear and net jackets promoted as a rich selection for ladies at varying price points.
Credit Foncier offers farm loans from £50 to £2,000 at 4 percent interest with 1 percent reduction of principal and a term up to 314 years. Freehold options on Crown or leasehold properties convertible to freehold with balance of Crown rents. No charge for mortgage deeds. Loans repayable on yearly dates with minimal early repayment charges if within five years. Apply at Post Office Bavines Bagh or send letter to Inspector General of Savings Banks, 29 Market Street, Malhourna.
A Dundas meeting of supporters of Mr J Thomson was held with Loughnane in the chair A working committee was formed including J Loughnane and J W Dinnion An executive committee was elected and preparations for Thomson campaign meetings during the week were announced The Hamilton competitions and a separate People’s Party gathering were also described along with local incidents and cultural events in Hamilton and district
Reuters telegrams report the Duke of Connaught warmly welcomed in Quebec where he is named Governor General. Ottawa coverage notes his reception in parliament and references to the wartime prosperity and Canada’s ties to Britain.
A London based treasurer associated with the Munce Federation issues a strong warning to extremists within the Miners Federation. The aim is to prevent actions that could provoke harsher strikes or disruptions, urging restraint and unity among union members.
London report notes a high scoring billiards match with Newman from Hampton and London publican standings. The event features significant scores and a competitive showing by Newman and Almont as the match progresses amid tight play and emerging rivalries.
Prevident Talt yesterday turned the Oret sod of the Panama ee to be held here in 1915. He stressed that the tamplation of the cael would doubly tie power of the United States navy.
Bungay reports an angry football win for Fisitweh with Attaroa Pelliers scoring two goals and Helen adding another goal in a tense match.
Receivers appointed for Western Hite Corporation with capital of 24 million. Petitioners include the Milan Trimt Company of New York. Proceedings listed in Seattle on Friday.
A renowned individual referred to as Reere Thirlon, described as a Frenchman, has been sentenced in Germany. The report notes the sentence for espionage but provides limited readable details about the case or exact penalties.
Reported boxing match Johnson versus Wells cancelled amid confusion and unclear conditions in London. Text shows legible fragments about complaints and medical concerns affecting fighters, with disrupted dialogue and unclear further action.
Fragmentary report from St. Petersburg discusses reactions to Ottoman actions and Russian condemnation. The note blames the Porte for disturbances and mentions the military and offensive measures potential response.
Fragmentary report notes Italian Government determined to expel foreign creditors and enforce penalties. Mentions Ottoman public debt and actions tied to Italy. No clear names or dates readable in the excerpt.
Fragmentary dispatch notes a bombardment incident and escape of inmates described as a trio of convicts. Mentions expulsion of local members of a union and progress committee, with unclear details and context. Entities include a committee, but specifics and locations are not provided.
Poor airlanes with Etalimn ffh ere and pilots have been sent from Rome on Friday aimed at Tripoli. The mission intends to drop bombs on the enemy’s air maire prema.
A garbled dispatch claims Hear Admiral Audrey captured a Turkish time rapport and forced Turkish forces to retire to a position miles from the coast. The report is unclear and appears to be from Tripoli with many errors.
A defiant manifesto posted by the Committee of Uni and Pen larres in Stambeul urges citizens to arm, arguing for territorial claims and challenging European peace efforts. The document accuses opponents of betraying Ottoman interests and calls for action on a Saturday.
The death of Mr Harry Rickarda Thas is noted in London. He was a well known Australian music hall artist and manager with a long career in Melbourne entertainment, including nightly shows and theatre work. He leaves a brother and was remembered with regret by colleagues.
Lord Dudley told a luncheon audience in Kidderminster that Australians should be partners in the imperial federation. He warned against any attempt to curb dominion development, saying it would alienate overseas kin and hinder progress. He stressed a united empire relies on mutual understanding and Australia’s status as a first-class power.
Fragments describe Chinese rebellion turmoil in Peking with cabinet actions and rebel pressures. Notes mention dispatches, commanders, and a broad mood of disaffection among garrisons and officials as authorities face growing defection and strategic challenges.
The text describes a rebel government led by Sun Yat Sen's brother Sun Sun Yat Sen and the Hupeh provincial assembly disowning the Peking government. It mentions Ye Quan Fleming as a general and Ty Quan Flem leading the Hupeh mutineers against central authority.
Government troops approach Hankow as revolutionaries urge mutineers to rebel. Prisoners in Hankow jails are released, foreign bluejackets under Admiral Kawashima patrol the canals. An offer of pardon is extended to mutineers who show repentance. General Changpue has been cowherded.
A fragmented report notes public sympathy for revolutions waning in London amid rising anger toward corrupt authorities. The piece mentions distant events and stresses the public mood shifting away from support for upheaval.
A Chinese reform leader Sun Yat Sen wrote to the American group of supporters during a London visit on January 18 appealing for a loan to support an anti Ming uprising. He warned that loyalty in seven divisions and a Manchurian division could collapse, with many navy officers and soldiers turning revolutionary. He compared the situation to a forest of dead wood ready to spark if Canton falls.
A manifesto issued by Sin Wet Sen appeals to friendly nations to maintain neutrality amid the Chinese revolution and uphold treaties with foreign powers. The aim is to overthrow the Manchu regime, with Bun Yat Sen rumored to depart for Chongqing amid a reported price on his head.
Autumn manoeuvres near Kaiping involving 30,000 troops have been canceled. The watch division of the Chinese army is ordered to proceed to Feegtal.
The Chancellor of the Exchequer spoke in London about National Insurance and reform measures. He urged persistent passage of the Parliament Bill and noted anticipated benefits starting in 1914. He also addressed a deputation from the Men’s Political Union and praised women’s suffrage in New Zealand and Australia.
London dispatch cites the Vienna correspondent of the Daily Chronicles noting progress toward a modus vivendi on armament limits. It states Germany has approached Great Britain while Chancellor Hollweg does not expect the Reichstag to raise naval outlays.
Folia reports Meesre Wrieht Hiroe and Vratel AeroneUte announce their discovery of CPATta ret tietrt, confirming Megtt presence. The release claims a breakthrough in Revolutionary aviation research and its implications for future flight.
Generalissimo Aalundey Ying Chang of the northern forces dispatches 12 000 troops from Nankow to Hankow in a strategic redeployment amid mounting tensions.
Fragmentary report states 800 Manchus killed as troops advance to Wuchang to restore order. Mentions a Viceroy and a plan to reestablish authority amid unrest. Text is garbled and uncertain but implies significant military action and casualties.
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