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Newspaper

Mackay Mercury

Location

Mackay, Queensland, Australia

Date

Jan 21, 1905

Page

2

Elections Bill Dominates Parliamentary Debate In House

The Jan 21 1905 report outlines intense clashes over electoral reform as government seeks to push a measure through the Assembly. Proponents claim it wards off obstruction while opponents warn of voter burdens and constitutional overreach. The piece notes the government aims to finalize the bill amid calls for fair play and broader democratic access.

Sprecnes Perland Bisbatie Fontan Ledat Patel Ian Bette Morgan Belory

Walker's Linteel Maryborough appoints works manager

Mr Sinclatr of Sydner appointed works manager of Walker's Linteel Maryborough in succession to Mr Wen Wilson. The court docket notes two cases, a drunk disorderly offense, and a letter from the hospital carnival committee praising efforts, with several local meetings and upcoming autumn show plans for the Hort Culinal Society.

Sinclatr Sydner Walkera’ Linnteel Maryborough Wen Wilson Tee T D Chataway Mac Fay Lacy Carnival J C Dunber Securlacy Messie Swanson Macnish T Hatheld Grant Aml Bourne

Brisbane Parliament Debates Postal Ballot and Franchise

A Brisbane legislative session features remarks by Lesina condemning the party stance toward Mr. Morgan. Bowman defends Labour, while Kidston prepares to accompany Morgan to Hobart. Debates focus on postal voting, adult franchise, and partial reform of the franchise, with amendments to divide electors and regulate post ballots, culminating in a postponed clause and adjournment.

Brisbane Lesina M.L.A Clermont Charleville Hatcl Morgan D. Bowman Fortitude Valley Krisbane Labour Party Bowman Kidston Hobart Eetwees Council Power Ui Sullivan Thynna Mr. Power Su A Be Amid Popecler Thynne Voicem Harlow Thyone Briabane Frolov Hatte Post and Telegraph Thttine Eloders

The Towers Mystery in Charters Towers Probe

The inquiry into the death of Geb McCray proceeds with evidence from Conway and Edgecombe. Police present and solicitor Mr Johnstone questions witnesses as investigators place Conway near the locality at the time of the alleged murder.

Charters Towers Geb McCray Conway Edgecombe Johnstone

Confused World War I era dispatches from Asia and Europe

A chaotic digest reports Japanese advances and Russian responses in the Russo-Japanese War including raids by Cossack forces, reinforcements at Port Arthur, and international reactions. It notes British and American concerns, naval movements, and speculative forecasts on Russian demobilization and potential peace talks.

London Chinere Lars Reneral Mingchenko Songshinsahegy Ort Kenter Vay Port Arthur Marshal Iyuma Manchuuia United States Kashgar China Ominens Tis Dewey Roosevelt Wotrovosky Jibutal Madagascar Japan Kure Taushima Hawtin Hay Armerie Ching Kasain Arthur Cardiff Straits of Teoshima Gudke Harn Berliner Tangleblatt Kuropatkin Amin Keropatkine Hank

World News and Labor Unrest Across Europe and Asia

Reports from Lowlin to St Petersburg describe eight hour work standoffs and women’s participation in strikes. Colonial tensions surface as Secretary Hay cautions on China while Germany expands naval forces. A deadly train collision near Glasgow leaves several dead or injured.

Lowlin St Petersburg Hay United States Ageias China Westphalia Wilhelmshaven Kiel Danzig

Doan's Backache Kidney Pills Promoted by Advertiser

A vintage testimonial extols Doan's Backache Kidney Pills as a cure for backache and kidney pain. It quotes Mr Hanlin and a Melbourne dealer Foster McClullan & Co offering boxes at 15/9 to 20/1 shillings and urging readers to order by mail.

Mackay Dean Morley Becksohs Sam Climbes Hanlin Foster McClullan & Co Sydney DOAN

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