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Newspaper
Mackay Mercury
Location
Mackay, Queensland, Australia
Date
Mar 18, 1905
Page
4
A fragmented overseas telegram from London discusses unrest in Russia and related international reactions. The report mentions the Dake states, Tartate, and other referenced entities, hinting at a broader political tension and diplomatic tone without clear specifics. The piece shows the era’s caution in reporting sensitive developments.
A detailed, first‑hand account discusses the operation of a cane barge and the mechanical processing line. It covers manpower, gear setup, and sequence of tasks from unloading cane to grinding, including safety concerns and observations on equipment performance and potential failures.
London reports growing dissatisfaction with fortnightly Australia mails as the Ryder wreck off Cornwall claims three lives and 24 drownings. The Khyber foundered near Porthewarrs, coast guards unable to launch, crew saved by rock and rope. Baron Toll expedition perished. Milner defends Transvaal finances, Spain’s Alfonso XIII visits Paris and London. Moscow theatre blast and mass fears in Baku. Mukden ruins, Chinese-Japanese tensions, and Russo Japanese War updates dominate.
A Reuters dispatch from Tokyo notes Japanese forces pressing the Russians across Manchuria with Tieling and Shinking changes. Kuropathin’s arrival at Kaun and plans for railways toward Vladivostok and Harbin are discussed, along with fears of Polish revolt if mobilization proceeds. The piece quotes a St. Petersburg article urging peace to avoid wider disaster.
The Plane Crork team will meet at Victoria Park this afternoon with players Uredsell J Martin F Yates J Nicholson W T Kemp Kemp J Bourghie F Fay J Douglas Scanlon Petrie. In Coburg near Melbourne a ladies match sees Mis C Cheeseman for Hoomerang Brighton score 13 including four fours, first century in Victoria. Auckland reports New Zealand 1 Australia 0 in the second test with Newland Cotter Dul etc among the scorers as Australia post images of a disputed wicket.
At the international athletic meet in Dumodia Duffy won the 50 yards handicap from A Inez of Open, two lengths ahead, with Price of Otago close. Hoare led the 100 yards handicap but faded after an early misstart. The St Patrick's meeting in Brisbane featured trials and handicaps with Gouin, Warwhoup, Velocity, and others contesting championships, while prizes ranged from £1 to £4.
A Brisbane man Frederick Fones recounts decades of illness from headaches to digestive trouble and declares Clemente Tonio a permanent cure after trying numerous remedies. He credits his recovered health to Clemens Tonge’s treatment and urges others to consider the therapy. The man’s sworn statement attests to his improved strength and relief from symptoms over thirteen years.
Telegram from Sydney states Mian of Balmain employed near Darling Harbour has been moved to Coast Hospital with suspected plague. A second man recently presented at hospitals, raising officials concerns of a wider outbreak.
The item bundles varied notes on Marconi’s marriage and aristocratic lineage, a Welsh landslide threatening a collier mine, Afghan military academy plans, a German Reichstag cavalry augmentation, the Prince of Wales at a levee, MPs querying jam contracts to South Africa, and War Minister Forster noting Australian contracts and contractor anonymity.
A reader from Ruthven Street Toowoomba reports rapid cure of an irritating rash after using Zam-Bok. The ad extols Zam-Bok for piles boils sores ringworm sunburn bites and strained muscles, claiming it offers near four times the quantity and provides a free sample pot on request.
Tenders close at 1am on Tuesday March 1905 for constating and supplying one pontoon. Plans and specifications available from the board office. The lowest tender wins as per HF MacNonnell Clerk of the Board. Mackay March 14 1905. Wile Sell by public auction under Mr WR O Hill instructions describes sale of Lagoons belongings. Auctioneer J Benest Joseph notes whole contents will be sold and catalogues available later.
A table displays the approach and depth of high water on the Sino river flats. The data outlines rising tides and shoreline impact, with measurements indicating how far the water reaches and levels expected during peak tide events.
Henry L. Black announces a horse buyer will be present at Mt York Mackey on Saturday at 11 am. The notice describes horses, both broken and unbroken, saddles and color restrictions. Arthur Whitehouse is last heard in Port Mackay on January 1, 1904, and his mother and brother seek information via Solomona or W Whitehouse in England.
Notice announces a Special General Meeting of Bubeerihers at the School of Arts in Mackay on Monday March 27 at p m to elect officers and fill eight committee places following resignations. CLAIR BEEN RED Mackay press March 1905.
Sunday services listed for multiple parishes including St Joseph's, St Paul’s, Campau, Hampden, and others. Times range from early morning masses to evening vigils with names and priest assignments partially noted.
Notice under the Licensing Act of 1885 that David Henry Walker holder of the Caledonian Hotel Mackay Nebo Road Mackay seeks transfer of the licensed victualler’s license to Marcia Lynch of Mackay at the next Quarterly Meeting of the licensing authority. The notice requires objections by a stated date.
Tender notices invite bids for adjoining tobacconist and hardware shop properties with goodwill and a five year lease. Details available at Hodges establishment after 02D.
A fragmentary report lists officials and participants for Mirani events including President J McCullock and Eng Gwyther. It details opening handicaps with prizes in pounds for first to fourth, nominations and allowances for the Mirani Grand and Steffeld Handicaps, and mentions vaulting, high jump, and other athletic contests with prize allocations and entries.
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