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Newspaper
Mackay Mercury
Location
Mackay, Queensland, Australia
Date
Jan 21, 1905
Page
3
A garbled report suggests Gov. Sir Harry Rawson faces a graft inquiry tied to South Firrabare, with mentions of Wald Vale, Stile de ami Wan, and a despatch meeting. Officials probe alleged misusing funds as security guards and regional leaders respond amid a federal probe.
A garbled Soviet era report discusses the Dogger Bank incident. It mentions Russian actions and a submarine encounter, including signals from a flagship and torpedo adjustments. The text hints at the need for caution and further explanation of the incident context.
An unclear notice from Annee um to day mentions Beatty and Dalr Heard leaving the factory after a period. It states a liquidated sum plus interest may be due from the Meat and airy Coy with no default reported yet.
A fragmented 19th century dairy excerpt debates milk production and cow condition. It touches on feed, bred stock, udder health, nervous vitality indicators, and blood signals as measures of a cow’s capacity to yield milk, while also noting infant teething remedies and soothing preparations.
A stray iron bullet shattered palace windows during a Neva waters blessing near the fortress of St Prince, shot by a 2 gun battery amid rumors of a conspiracy. Officials say a shrapnel charge fired from artillery caused the incident, with no police injuries reported and diplomatic observers noting heightened tension.
From Our Correspondent reports persistent rain and heat with heavy storms likely in the south, delaying expected showers. The note on the Shire Council race mentions potential successors and a wish for strong support for Mr John Bere, amid local political maneuvering and candidate interest.
The P R F and G Association held its regular wi month mineting on Tuesday last but lacked a quorum. A permanent committee was formed to handle correspondence and key business, with E Denman chairing and E Swayne as secretary. Members reviewed letters from Bowen Chamber of Commerce, Department of Agriculture, and other groups about sugar exports, land policies, and local farming concerns.
Members debated customs duties and excise, noting farmer apathy and the need for a district voices group to influence policy. Mr Adams urged relief on agricultural implements, while discusssions covered sugar rum duties and tropical exports like coffee and Australia trade. The chairman urged alliance for future meetings as the gathering ended with thanks to the chair.
A Progressive Euchre evening hosted by the Lady Hiberniane on Wednesday the 25th at 5 pm. Tickets cost 1 shilling with prizes for top players. Refreshments provided. A McKenney, Secretary.
A Brisbane interview with Carl Paul of Nundah claims Clemente Tonic cured long standing indigestion and related ailments after years of confinement. Paul describes improved appetite, digestion and energy, credits the tonic for restoring health and urges readers to publish his statements for others.
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