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Newspaper
Hamilton Spectator
Location
Hamilton, Victoria, Australia
Date
Oct 22, 1913
Page
4
Fragmented OCR text shows a catalog-like list of clothing items and footwear with descriptions such as trousers suits shirts skirts and shoes. Names and coherent events are absent, leaving a scattered inventory feel.
Fragmented OCR lists various forthcoming horticultural events and shows. Mentions include Byaduk Flower Show Nortern entries and Macarthur Horticultural Show dates along with nominations and handicaps.
Obituary fragment notes beloved Hannah Mary died at Kee. Mention of Vatrick Mathin as wish, husband and family express grief. OCR errors obscure details but family remains present in memorial.
A verbose portrait lauds Bir Geer Heid for his work across Britain and Europe, highlighting his influence in advertising Commonwealth resources, guiding Australian policy, and shaping public sentiment. The piece extols his charisma, economic vision, and political reach while noting his boyhood ascent and lasting impact on trade and diplomacy.
The local railway station reported delays to the Portland and Melbourne departures with 4.5 to 6.45 and 6.28 to 6.54 times respectively, and the Warrnambool service paused en route. Officials attributed the slowness to the arrival of commissioners and related operational adjustments.
A High Commissioner’s remarks in England praise Australia’s experiments in governance and self development. He argues stronger imperial cooperation benefits Britain and colonies, noting admiration for Australian progress and the need for broader understanding within the empire. The speech envisions a more tolerant, productive partnership across the dominions.
The district foresees Wheat yield near last year despite two rains. Mr Norman argues roads are dangerous at Freed Street crossing, rail crews refuse nightly lighting. Potatoes face glut with prices low. Agriculture and Reclamation discuss breeding to prevent losses. Free railway carriage proposal dismissed as wild cat scheme by ministers. Public notices include local auctions, hotel and steamer plans, and charitable funding developments.
A mangled telegram from BYONEY and BYONET reports small-for reports and handwriting instructions. It mentions Mr Needham and a 6 year proposal for teaching duties in colleges and merchants. Applicants are invited to apply to Hosmeli Street Melbourne with a one fee and prompt letter responses.
In London Mr M Kenns Home Secretary spoke last night at Griffithatown Mornaith shire amid wide crowd. The government aims to pass Home Rule next session and apply the bill into law. The battle was won two years ago and the vestment act would now implement the measure.
The Evening News reports a South African Chartered Company plan to ranch Rhodesia lands and link rail lines to export beef to Europe. It notes involvement of cattle rancher Walsh and a large American firm partner including the Armour Company of Chicago.
Dorothe Morrison, a prominent suffragette, is released after a hunger strike while undergoing imprisonment for Volements. The incident reflects ongoing protest actions in London as the movement presses for votes.
President Wilson after a labor department meeting decided to admit Mrs Pankhurst to the United States for a period needed to fulfill her lecture engagements. She will enter on her own recognizance and immediately proceeded to New York to stay with a city leader as a guest.
A notice reports the death of Mr. Arthur Chamberlain brother of Joseph Chamberlain former Secretary of State for the Colonies and inventor of cold storage. The obituary appears in Parr with M Heller and references an artificial cold storage endeavor.
At the London Dairy Show the Commonwealth and Queensland entries featured prominently with distinctive displays. Exhibits from both regions showcased agriculture and dairy innovations, highlighting regional achievements and industry progress.
The report notes the death of Charles Brookfield during a dramatic dinner aged 60 in TEMNES. It also covers boxing results with Queenslander BCANLON defeating Young Johnawn and Beanton stopping The Dinhe Kid in Winniprg. A ninth round KO declared a foul below the belt. United referees ruled the knock-out a foul.
A garbled report from a London Albany event shows Barry was challenged to a rowing match for the Wer a rbwnnp domme jot prize. William Albany is identified among participants, with a £29 deposit noted for the race.
A conference of seven experts is held to assess dangers at the Miniversal colliery after a fire. They conclude efforts to locate missing miners continue, with three men drafting wills and the crew pressing on despite heavy gas and rain impediments two thirds of the way to the distant workings.
Berlin and Paris dispatches report Count Heventlow advising a holiday from speech in relation to the AiSbill tragedy as naval relations stir debate. Berlin notes Zeppelin tours facing decline amid dissent and talks of immunity changes for the airship company.
In Rome a London art dealer offered a Pinthuricchio painting to Signor Sprilo who arranged a replica. Father Santarelli admits helping in the scheme and taking half the profits. Tax records and other ledgers indicate further irregularities.
The British Post Office shows 3 098 million letters delivered, up 4 percent from the previous year, and 212 million newspapers delivered, an increase of 1.8 percent.
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