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Newspaper
Hamilton Spectator
Location
Hamilton, Victoria, Australia
Date
Oct 25, 1913
Page
4
A landslip near Wellington follows 36 hours of continuous rain. A special Hunterville to Manawatu train derailed entering a tunnel after a sand slip struck the engine. The line is damaged, but no serious injuries are reported and repairs are expected by Monday.
A Melbourne project outlines a central employment bureau attached to a newly formed club for national and country medical practitioners. The organization aims to begin operating soon with a temperamental lead and supportive recommendations.
Melbourne report shows George Corrie and Norman Salle sue for detention of the filly Kinifer by George May. The defendants claim 88 for training and holding the animal, seeking return of its value.
Benjamin Menser, second engineer on the Dimboola, was fined £5 with 11 coded for aiding a fireman to take the slots aboard the voyage from Adelaide to Melbourne. The incident occurred in the Stoke hold during the journey.
Rainfall continues with about 15 units noted today delaying shearing. A Minimay hail committee met to decide membership voting rules and a December annual meeting. Negotiations on wire placement to by Mr Molloy were considered with repairs urged to posts. Mr Miles plans Western Australia departure. local leaders praised for public service.
Local notes from Penshurst describe events at Ab Joseph's and nearby areas. Father Charles delivers sermons, preparations for a Friday evening service, and community attendance noted. Building progress includes two new additions and a private residence under construction. Weather brings a spring-like mild spell. crops suffer from recent heavy winds and rain. The Heilway Commission reports on timetable changes and summer arrangements. A village advertisement promotes Sheldon’s Liniment as a valued remedy for injuries and pains.
In Melbourne the House of Representatives debated Norfolk Island pine? land policy. An amendment by Mr. Thomas proposed all future land titles be leasehold, met with mixed support. Opponents defended freehold, citing worker access to clear titles and citing failures of leasehold trials in Victoria. The session adjourned until Monday.
Melbourne reports a city court inquiry into a jailbreak from custody. Several folichmen were fined from 20 to 40 shillings for letting prisoners escape while Sergeant Abern, in charge, faced censure.
Dr J W Barrett informs Harrow branch of the Elied Nursing Society that due to difficulty securing funds for Australia they have engaged a doeden program to install a system at Harri. The committee invites all subscription donations and will receive them via the honorary secretary Mr EP Richy or president Mr Longata at the bank of Victoria Harrow.
Edenhope Thursday report on the Edenhope Cricket Club annual meeting presided by Mr M Kelly. Balance sheet shows credit £2 8s. The meeting reelected officers including Mr M Kelly president and Mr Joseph Chambers secretary treasurer. A plan to form a combined Edenhope athletic club and establish a trophy competition was discussed with several motions and appointments for delegates and handicappers. A proposal to introduce a cricket association and trophy for best bowling average was welcomed. Opening match of the season set for November 1 against Power’s Creek.
Special Wire dispatch lists Melbourne tramways buyers and sellers with prices across multiple stocks. Entries include Cathcart Australia buyers and sellers, Langt Logan South buyers, Mount Cutier buyers, and Amalgamated line buyers with indicative bids and offers.
Gurwn correspondent reports Hettlers anxiously await the railway to Cavendish hoping it will be completed for the 1914 harvest. settlement progress tied to line completion and regional development.
The text discusses the treaty between Japan and Britain, its German influence, and the late dropping of Germany from the accord. Hayashi’s diary notes misgivings, Lansdowne’s shifts, and the impact of secret diplomacy on European history and Japan Britain relations.
Receipt of additional contributions toward the fare appeal is noted with earlier acknowledgments. Names referenced include Mr. P Hombeck of Moutajap and Mr. Hertrand of Chatlampri, with respective figures unclear.
A reader testimonial from Glenthorne and Freakwater lauds Dr. Shekdogi Digestive Tablets as a wonderful cure for indigestion. The writer claims rapid relief after use and recommends the tablets to others. Availability noted as 2/6 per pack, sold widely.
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