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Newspaper
Mackay Mercury
Location
Mackay, Queensland, Australia
Date
Aug 05, 1905
Page
5
The report highlights UK French US alliance advocacy by The Sun and a suspension of a French broker at the Printipes Savings Bank paying £100,000. It mentions Russian destroyers attacking a small force, and Vladivostok references. Sir Robert Jennens estate valued at £23,000,000 is noted along with estate items.
Government statistics estimate the American cotton crop will total between nine and a half and ten million bales. A tramcar incident caused several injuries as it toppled. five passengers and a jury escape were described as miraculous.
Pobiedonostsev sharply attacks Bulliguine's plan as a blow to autocracy. Other Councillors say an Assembly should serve the Empire. Count Ignatieff, after inspecting Southern Russia, warns the dynasty risks revolution without broad reforms. the Czar appears impressed.
A statement handed to New York papers claims the Czar accepts Roosevelt’s invitation for peace talks, signaling friendship between Russia and the West. It notes Japan’s stance and Russia’s position on terms, stressing the distant colonial war is of little importance to the Russian people unless a major conflict threatens their security.
Local authorities confer after a boy named Jacob Pavul died of plague in Townsville. Pavul had been living on a hulkm at the harbor area and fell ill yesterday, dying today.
A large fire at the McArdle hotel in Jericho Barcaldine completely destroyed the Royal Hotel building today. Much furniture and bedding were saved. the structure was new and only partly insured, causing McArdle a heavy loss.
Aldermen from Maryborough Rockhampton Brisbane and Gympie press opposition to the Betterment Bill arguing it devalues land especially unoccupied plots. A monster deputation will seek audience with the Premier Home Secretary and Lands Minister to push for repeal or modification. The meeting also debated rates fire brigades and hospital maintenance with broad consensus against the proposed schemes.
The minister for lands explained key features of the Land Bill, including rent limits for pastoral leases, rent postponement, and discounts for advance full payments. Provisions cover selection policy, pest eradication concessions, fencing cost relief, extended payment terms, and 30 year leases for infested reserves. A Labour week manifesto discusses party control issues.
Brisbane reports a looming general potato shortage across the Commonwealth. A sale in Brisbane today saw potatoes change hands at nine pounds per ton.
Thief stole a cash box containing £360 from the guard's van on the Williamson to Melbourne train. A dummy box was swapped at a station, and the fraud was discovered only on arrival at the terminus. Police are investigating the railway theft and monitoring the line for suspects.
Perth reports a nugget weighing ton found near Bulong. Gold output totals 160 000 fine ounces for the period, with 1 121 264 fine ounces year to date and 13 961 ounces above the same period in 1904.
Wellington reports a landmark year with 698,109 acres taken up and 2,264 new selectors under the Lands Settlement Act. Revenue for the year totals £599,795, marking a record in land settlement gains.
The schooner Hiarriet under Captain Pentridge arrived from Maryborough on Sunday with coal and timber for the local arrangement and berthed at the A.U.S.N. Co wharf. The cargo remained on board until Monday next.
In Melbourne on Friday the Senate read the Wireless Telegraphy Bill a second time with committee consideration of several clauses. The Evidence Bill also advanced to a second reading before adjourning until Wednesday. In the House Hon A Deakin signaled early consideration of Electoral Bills. Sir William Lyne moved the second reading of the Commerce Bill regarding adulterated imported goods. The debate adjourned amid questions of party pledges and votes involving Mr Reid and Labour members.
Notice of examination of candidates for certificates of competency under the Factories and Shops Act held in Mach a no Monday and subsequent dates. Applicants must lodge applications with the Inspector who will provide information.
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