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Newspaper
Hamilton Spectator
Location
Hamilton, Victoria, Australia
Date
Sep 23, 1913
Page
6
REUSER Y Telegrams report a fatal crash at an aerial derby after Pickles and Mrs Stocks were thrown from the plane. The machine misfired, tipping the craft into a 30 foot plunge. Spectators and officials were hurt. Pickles and Mrs Stocks suffered fractures and severe cashes but are taken to hospital with hopeful recoveries.
Sporting Carletrans and Herlin are noted Monday in a fragmented report from the Olympics game committee. Gray v Reeve in London is described with plans for three matches to be held October 6 in Glasgow.
Melbourne report states Leonard James and companions were arrested at Spencer Street station by Detectives Tognini and Davey. A search uncovered pawn tickets linking them to a burglary at Hielman Bros Albury on the 9th, with about £2 worth of jewelry recovered. Jardine's belongings also included a revolver and cartridges.
The Corricks presented a varied program of vocal and instrumental music last night before a large audience. Bod ietriméniatikte led a strong lineup with two selections from Phevine and Amy Latrick featured on flute and Oliga. Jack Benny offered comic relief while Miss Pank accompanied on piano. Caldwell and Latrick delivered several duet pieces. The troupe closes tonight with a distinctive Giffermi programme.
Sidelined notes describe farm happenings and weather patterns near Telancatuk East. Mentions of a session on Thursday morning and monthly points suggest crop activity and local market shifts. Sporadic lines indicate harvests, prices, and community updates from a provincial observer.
Telegram reports from Adelaide and Sydney describe smallpox cases among travelers. Four contacts in Adelaide and several cases in Sydney prompt public health notices and warnings. Local authorities urge vigilance and preventive measures across affected areas.
Hrishane Monday report states Eroert Austin aged 23 was executed today for the murder of Ivy Rebell aged 16 on June 8. Prigener, who witnessed the crime, said I quite deserve the punishment and I did not know what I was doing at the time it happened.
Sporting notes report Stawell Racing Club plans a show meeting on October 16 with trial events, handicap races, a hollow bracelet prize, and a gold bracelet. The event details are advertised today, with entries close soon. From Melbourne Correspondent a boxing match saw Stone win on points after twenty rounds. A Melbourne football club general meeting is set for eight o'clock at Cranbrook’s Commercial Hotel with important business and a call to red and white supporters.
The return match between Woube lapo and Harrow on Harrow ground produced a 84 to 42 victory for the visitors after a protracted game. Key Finners were Henen Smith Potter and Hird. Harrow standouts included Kenson Wady MLean Bchotfield Montie and Crimbell. Umpires were Miasra Fallon and G Torbet. After lunch the visiting team was praised by the club ladies supporters.
A meeting will be held at the Guaker tea room to arrange details for Hamilton college link. Both gentries and people are urged to attend at eight o clock on Wednesday evening for the proposed propedal plan.
A midweek shooting event drew local participants and visitors from Hamilton. The chief event, a seven third sparrows match for a trophy, saw Cameron win with Roper close behind. Other prizes and sweepstakes followed, with Wheeler and Cameron among top finishers.
At the Chinn Inquiry on Monday Gena tor Matphan told the committee it could practically attack the administration of the day. The chairman said such a remark would be brought before Parliament later. Mr Deame was further tracked and aided by Mr China.
Today's quotations show wheat at 3/6 per bushel for prompt delivery with buyers offering 4.0 to 4.5. Oats at fair demand for milling and feed around 2/2 to 2/4 per bushel. Chaff lucerne hay and hay prices listed with lucerne up to 6/ per ton and hay to 5/15. Potatoes 8/10 per ton. Corn and beans show limited activity with small bids observed.
A lively Saturday night program featured gymnastic acts, tumbling, calf riding, recitations and comedic performances. A crowd of about sixty enjoyed a printed program of acts while the show raised funds for local mechanics and spread across the town streets with festive attire and musical interludes. APSLEY correspondent notes ongoing state transfers and recent rains improving prospects for a record season.
The report lists yesterday's temperatures and rainfall, noting maximum 53 and minimum 55, with nine points of rainfall. It includes lunar dates, average rainfall for the year to date, and forecasts for Monday with possible showers in southern districts, otherwise fine and cool.
Railway timetable notes multiple services linking Ararat and Hamilton with various stops including Maroon, Willaura, Dunkeld and Glenthompson. Services operate on select days with mixed patterns and different departure and arrival times. Some entries mention morning and evening legs, weekend variations, and partial passenger routes.
Mixed timetable entries describe Hamilton to Portland and return departures on several days with varied stops including Brans holme Myramyno and Heywood. The garbled text lists multiple routes with times, arrivals, and days labeled Mixed and Mised, lacking clear dates.
timetable fragment shows trains with names LAMILTON-COLERAINE and Sally Mixed. departures Hamilton at 6.20 pm and 10 am from Coleraine, with halts at Beech ara Wainnon Gritjurk Gritfork WannonBarbara HRAn, and arrivals at Coleraine or Hamilton at listed times.
Fragmented timetable text lists mixed train and motor service routes from Hamilton to towns like Brant Holmes Grassdale Merine and Casterton with arrival times and days. includes passenger services to Warrnambool and connections to Ararat and Ballarat with several misspelled place names and inconsistent hours.
The Royal Show experiences good weather in Melbourne with a fair audience including country visitors. Attendance appears light but steady as events proceed with some local spectators and ongoing proceedings attracting attention.
A wire report states the retired Labour leader expresses discontent over Mr. Fredergast’s resignation from Labour leadership and his approval of the newly adopted constitution during his absence.
The Spectator announces that all letters must be accompanied by the sender’s real name and address for publication, stating it is a bona fide person wishing to publish views. The policy requires personal verification and clarifies that identities will not be disclosed beyond publication.
A Hamilton reader criticizes Mount Roure Shire Council for granting a salary increase to the secretary. The letter argues there were seventy other applicants ready to take the duties for the offered pay and urges the council to seek a more economical, qualified successor if possible.
At a hall gathering Nee Mhilpie Chairt presided as Mr F Munn was chosen president for the ensuing year. John Robertson and f. oT. Laltlaw named vice presidents with Merera CO Spader and Th Flynn as secretaries. A committee pledged to secure refreshments and a share of the £50 raised for the Kortacoorta brner fund on Boxing Day.
The annual meeting of members of Bbe Hower chow was held on Saturday afternoon. Mr. H. G. William was chair, Tr. doe Chambers was elected president, and Mr. AG. Hi) Vice-president. Committees were appointed for decorations and arrangements. The prize list was reviewed with entries and added special prizes considered. The group also arranged for entertainment and refreshments.
A traveler with heavy drinking habits encounters unusual symptoms after consuming a beverage similar to tea. The report notes tremors and agitation resembling intoxication, with the notable claim that results align with effects from alcohol or nitrous agents. Similar cases in America involved cereal foods causing comparable reactions.
The English Mail mails for Mingtigh and Continental Potts event details a series of openings at the local OS otter schedule. Dates include Wednesday September 24 and Thursday October 2 with follow ups on Wednesday October 6 and Thursday October 16, 6 40 p.m. gatherings.
Notice is given under the provisions of the will of Alexander Ingram late of Hamilton Vietoris that all persons having claims against the estate must present them. Henry Frewin Lord will supervise the probate and notify interested parties of proceedings and rights. Notice dated December 22, 1914.
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