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Newspaper
Mackay Mercury
Location
Mackay, Queensland, Australia
Date
Dec 12, 1905
Page
4
London report says the Brazilian Ambassador in Washington will demand explanations and possibly an apology from Germany over alleged kidnapping of Brazilian citizens. Also notes a large fire at Cadiz Carrin arsenal with damages around three million pesetas and the destruction of two torpedo boats.
The Paris Matin reports that Hows Valle identifies a bovine tuberculosis variant, likened to a fierce six bacillus trem horsem. Mendessor Behring's Varewine is described as composed of human bay Mh.
Disjointed report describesGovernor General of Warsaw ordering troops to shoot rebel peasants as revolts surge. Mention of a regiment marching, workers' committees planning strikes, and tensions across factories with imminent general stoke claimed after Christ.
The Times notes Home Rule as a vital factor with Bryce and Aberdeens in key roles while the new ministry in the Lords draws cautious watching over local government. Daily News Chronicle praise a representative Liberal mix. Morning Post calls it a nidicamp selection. Express Mail foresee broad national support. Campbell-Bannerman presented his Cabinet to the King as coverage flags fresh offices Trea sury First Lord George Campbell-Bannerman aids, with observers highlighting additions like Earl Creag and John Knelair among others.
Brisbane note from Monday reports Minister for Agriculture Mr Denham visited Warwick and cites October rains as reason the forecast Stato for Warwick was about 500,000 bags. Royal Flour Mills directors doubt reaching the estimate. Crop around Avira expected to yield fewer than forecast.
Government and Chiflagie company have held lengthy talks on constructing the Etheridge railway line. A bill to authorize the project is expected this week before Parliament adjourns. Some Taber members may support the line while others oppose, creating political tension.
Nebo Shire Council held its ordinary monthly meeting at Sebout on the 7th instant with Councillors present. Minutes note adjournment after a long session, election of Councillor Williams as temporary chair, and multiple committee actions. Actions include declining to join Lowall Association funds, notifying Daily Mail providers of service denial, arrangements about a local cemetery, and payment of wages. Tender reviews for repairs to the local pound yard were held in abeyance pending ward inspections. Next general meeting moved to the second Thursday in January. President Adams to take three months leave. Williams to chair in his absence.
In a Police Court session before Mr B C Macquarty and P Al Maxwell Robertson, several defendants were fined five shillings or 12 hours imprisonment for drunkenness and related offenses. Charles Agha faced charges tied to the Michel Ryan case as testimony described the crime scene, wounds, and weapon details observed at Megresor Creek, Mackay, including a hoe with blood stains and a cane knife. Accused spoke with denials and questions as evidence was presented by Sergeant Ferguson and First Class Constable Bateman.
Witness recounts exchange about doors and alibis with the accused. The confrontation includes mention of a hoe with blood-like stains, identification of a suspect at the Mirany lockup, and a statement by the accused claiming the hoe belongs to him. The testimony ends with the accused remanded for eight days.
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