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Newspaper
Hamilton Spectator
Location
Hamilton, Victoria, Australia
Date
Sep 01, 1911
Page
6
August proved exceptionally dry with a long drought period. Temperatures reached 102 degrees while monthly averages ran high against a 40 year baseline. Only two occasions saw yields drop below two inches, in 1905 and 1908, with a minimum temperature around 0 and a maximum near 72 degrees observed in May.
The fragment lists yesterday's weather for Hamilton, including humidity and pressure readings. It notes corrected data, rainfall totals, and a sequence of astronomical memoranda: sunrise and sunset times, moon phase, and a full moon on September 5. It also provides rainfall totals from January 1, 1911 through late August, with 41-year averages and monthly figures.
A Narracoorte note recalls Wy Loutit’s de mons and a well-known figure across the South-East. Mil Lel hosts a weekly hounds run with several falls but no serious injuries. Rovere defeats mF jiberta 6 1/2 to 6. Wanderers lead with 25 points, top club 16. Mount Gamiter ride reported. lecture by Prof Lowrie on Saturday. Lilue Martin, famed racehorse, dies at Mil Lel aged years. J Perry preaches in country parish. English cricketers may visit, trophies awarded. Mount Arastch event notes. motorcyclist tops a feat. Fire damage reported at a hotel near Esturdaw. Z. O. Brottie involved. Mr. Kenny’s wager noted.
Beaumont narrates a brutal 116 mile Britain air race perilous from Harrogate to Carlisle. Describes dense fogs, mountain winds, rain, motor failures, and a forced landing near a small town. After a tense rescue and repair, he resumes flight as night falls with deteriorating weather.
A crowded gathering at the five chair hall heard Labour Council figures discuss outcomes with about 160 present. Mentions include Mra. J. Kearney and Mr. Eric Elford winning, plus notes on staff transfer of Naren Olle to Melbourne. Also references a medicinal ad and a looming protest by Adelaide medical professionals against a reform plan.
Geelong Hide Skin and Tallow Deckers Association reports market activity with no change for sheepskin and demand for merino and comeback skins. Prices vary by quality with green hides heavy to stout and boiled figures noted, tallow shows a 10 percent weekly rise, and lambsking and crosshides listed with assorted bids and conditions.
J L Mawson, practicing dentist, plans a regional circuit through Hamilton Port Fairy Koroit Penshorst Hamilson Digby Macarthur and surrounding towns. The itinerary lists multiple dates in September and October with visits to Coleraine Merino Oesterton Digby Cavendish Balmoral Harmons and neighboring communities.
A note indicates the exact date of the next visit will be published in a future issue. Readers are advised to watch upcoming editions for the scheduled visit date and related details.
Unclear entry details a Lymmm Bouncer bred in Cheshire by Me. James Gouhi Cou chley Lymm. Notes the stock’s show record across England with multiple wins, cups, and medals from 1902 to 1909. Mentions notable offspring Lymm Blossom and lines to Ratthby Tommy. Includes breeding, fees, and crate charges with caveats.
A detailed horse breeding record describes Honest Lad, dam Duchess, and numerous prize-winners from the Jemmie Gray lineage. Mentions Extinguisher, Vanquisher, and Hayes' Maud, with awards at Nuvedin, Invercargill, and the Royal Melbourne Show. Stresses certificates of soundness and terms for mares, payment on removal, and transport arrangements.
A historical auction-style notice promotes the thoroughbred stallion Scot Free with tall pedigree feats including winners of the Derby and St Leger, and multiple cup races. It lists foals and showings, stud fees, and mare service terms with dates and locations, inviting mares for breeding at Marphal with outlined charges and handling.
Glenister Bros announce plans to provide services of the imported trotting sire GT by General Teed to light farm tenants and breeders in Hamilton and nearby districts during the coming season. GT is described as a sound producer with a record of ten wins. Mr. Glenister previously took GT to New Zealand, achieving notable success with three victories and strong stakes. Terms are within reach, with further information available.
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