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Newspaper
Hamilton Spectator
Location
Hamilton, Victoria, Australia
Date
Sep 22, 1909
Page
3
News from Port Fairy details the coastal steamer Humeralla striking the river Moyne bottom near the mouth while departing for Melbourne on a grain and dairy load. Divers and pumps work to dewater the hold as repairs are planned, with river conditions hampering efforts and concern for gear and cargo.
A letter from John Wratacott dated Sept 7 1909 defends Mr Bolton’s concerns about alleged “vile literature” and compromised morals in Hamilton area schools and local houses of fame. The writer urges proof to authorities, condemns sensational claims, and calls for responsible public discussion and action by the community.
The late F D’Amaral, born in Lisbon, educated in London and Paris, rose as a major benefactor and theater organizer in Casterton. His career spanned Australia and France, with stage work as Robert Prager and Shakespeare champion, later founding the Casterton Advertiser. He left a widow and a married daughter Mrs Cecil Powers. his death is a significant loss to Cristerton.
A feature from Wrom One One Correspondent notes a cricket match among lodge members and the Rechalite Jorge. The Mutual Improvement Society plans a season kickoff peeling event on May, with members to assemble and play.
A social gathering in Tobin's Kartel honored Mr C C Stytes and Mr J ie oMeiauel as hosts. Mr TE Trnes presided with a guest of honor. Several gentlemen offered compliments to the evening and Mr EMylen replied. The program included songs and a weather line noting a fall of 10% since last Sunday.
A fragment from Auburn Victoria shows William Lewis reporting on a new discovery. mentions De Sheldon and Dr Sheldon. Notes a cautious stance about months and a potential absence of an item. The readable lines indicate a scientific or medical context in progress.
From our correspondent in Melbourne comes a note on the latest entries and scratchings for the Melbourne Cup. The list includes Baldel, Cnuttheld, Debutante Mtaken, Brew Reot, Keero, and Alea among others as the race shapes up.
In a much discussed amateur contest, W. Pitman and W. Condon will stage a heavyweight exhibition at Hamilton Town Hall on Wednesday. Both athletes are well known, trained for weeks, and expected to deliver a vigorous fight for the heavyweight championship and medal under the Hamilton Amateur Athletic Club. Ticket prices are 4d, 7d, and 2d with several reserve seats.
The second final beat game for South Melbourne West will decide the district representative against Bauth Melbourne on October 5. Players named include Reinarde, Comper, Milldown, Thinkett, Hulm, Parkinson, Womersley, Harrow, Tarner, Wig, Eropaseh, and Loperman with selectees listed and admission prices set.
The Silberberg trophy prize aggregate and monthly trophy will be tried off at the end Baimbridge range today week. Committees meeting of the triandly ancieties competition will be held at the miniature range next Friday evening with all societies requested to be represented. Shooters are reminded the monthly trophy is now being contested at the miniature range behind the mechanical institute.
A match between the Shamrock Ladies Rifle Club and Christ Church Ladies Club is arranged for Wednesday at two o'clock. All members are urged to be punctual for the shoot at Christ Church.
By advertive notice the Methodist Indies' Rife Club members are asked to attend this afternoon at two o'clock to participate in discussing the Alin trophy.
From Branxholme on Monday the great rifle shoot for two magazine rifles, presented by Captain Bege, was fired at 2 and 80 yards under musketry conditions. Weather favored accuracy and stores surpassed average. A handicap event is planned for the first Saturday in October. Top shooters included J Vaughan and others with scores listed in the readable portion.
An OCR fragment from Brunswick Victoria advertises new discoveries for chest ailments. It mentions Dr Rhaidon and a product claimed to cure pain and lung troubles, with possible reference to another remedy by Gheldon. The legibility is poor and many words are garbled.
Remnants of a parliamentary session describe the Defence Bill proposing universal compulsory military training, expanded defence forces, and a large budget. Details include cadets aged 12 to 16, annual training hours, field and mounted units, rifle clubs, and a structure of reserves and paid forces. The plan aims to create a two-tier wartime establishment with substantial cost estimates and officer commitments.
The discussion centered on rearming and whether officers should be state or imperial from the ranks. Mr. Cook urged a government stance and competitive examinations to determine selection and seniority. The standard would be imperial to align with forces. Mr. Crouch noted service would be required of both rich and poor. The debate was adjourned.
The readable parts indicate a discussion of high annual costs and defense, with mentions of Mr J Cook and Lord Kitchener. The fragment references an Intelligence department official and Australia, suggesting a wartime political speech and anticipated reaction, but the text is garbled and lacks clear events or dates.
In Melbourne a will contest against Mrs Mary Forbes by Caroline Mary Miller proceeded with testimony that the testator lacked testamentary capacity. Judge Hodges ruled the document invalid and set aside the will, citing the deceased’s inability to form a valid will.
Melbourne report states State Attorney General plans action over remarks at a trustees banquet. Officials claim overlapping and vague statements were made, with potential court referrals. Authorities consider further investigation and possible penalties.
Market shows improved demand for all descriptions though supply remains short. Prices rose for prime and crossbred stock with bulls and sheep advancing. lambs strong, lambs penned, cows and bullocks vary. Notable quotes include prime crossbred and wethers with gains, while average prices across categories reflect a generally firmer tendency.
At Melbourne market, sheep supplies were mainly good and prime quality with prices about 1 shilling in advance of late routes. Wethers and ewes fetched 15/6 to 19/6 for prime, merino wethers 16d to 17/9, lambs fully 6d higher, with bids up to 10/6 and occasional 11/ to TL/ for extras as shorn stock sold well.
Melbourne market bulletin lists wheat at 4/6 per bushel and feed at 1/9 per bushel, potatoes at £4 per ton, onions at £1 5s per ton, hay at £4 per ton, and butter selling freely at prime levels. Supplies of cheese and other commodities noted as plentiful with active demand and strong pricing across several items.
Acting court official Tudge Seightevur from Jota Thomann testified he received £240 from J A Netto and tp for injuries caused by a fall at a local site. The incident reportedly fractured Mapkull and led to medical treatment and a civil claim.
A fragmented OCR snippet references a dramatic rail incident with scattered names and phrases. The readable bits suggest a historical dramatic scene, mentioning Balgar Ma, King Lane, Voor Toas, and a Great Peppermint Cure. Overall details are unclear due to corrupted text.
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