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Newspaper
Meekatharra Miner
Location
Meekatharra, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Jun 06, 1914
Page
4
An Indian district burial ground scene reveals a frightened crowd as villagers, urged by an official and a holy man, order a baby girl buried alive after fear of ill luck. The child, born a month prior with a single tooth, dies and sparks punishment for villagers who deny its life.
The article argues Japan remains poor despite glowing statistics, with income tax avoiding many workers and rising living costs. It notes imports outstrip exports, urging capital for internal industry, and criticizes child and female labor as depleting national strength. It hopes the new emperor’s coronation may ease internal tensions and encourage prudent policy.
The bishop of Bathurat in Sydney denounces a generation of youths who prize flimsy knowledge and urge self indulgence. He cites the dangers of home neglect and lack of discipline, warning that fallen habits and wasted effort lead to ruin and moral decay. The sermon laments unwise peers and urges guardians and mentors to guide the young.
Fragmentary OCR notes show an ungrammatical line about tasks done at a location with mis spelled names and unspecified details. No clear person, organization, date, or outcome is discernible to form a complete news item.
The ARC list shows acceptances and probable riders for the Birthday Cup, a principal event over a long distance. Names include Oboe, Eltham, Bora, Sanskrit, Baz Wassail, Welsh, Nopwood Coronstus, and Carat along with several others.
Deare Richards and Eustace Cashman of Gabanintha apply under The Mining Act 1904 for a gold lease named The Ivy containing twelve acres. Boundary points begin at the west corner of abandoned Gold Stining Lease 185%, then 18 chains east, 12 north, 10 west, 2 south to start. Objections must be lodged at the Warden's Office by June 5 1914. hearing set for June 18 1914. Located at Nandine, May 4 1914.
Michael OConnor and Edward James Greene of Meekatharra apply for a Gold Mining Loan under The Mining Act 1904 for Radnor a 42 acre block at Meekatharra. The application, bearing No 18256, valid until 25 June 1914 with a wardens office hearing on the following Abbey day.
By their agent W J Bird Bird wa Bird R Nalder objections against the applicants referred to lodge at the Warden's Office on or before the 2nd day of June 1914 and the hosting of 20th day of July next.
The Bard of Trade reports a continued drop in United Kingdom emigration during March after a sharp fall in the first two months of the year. Departures to Canada, the United States, and other destinations halve compared with 1912, while arrivals seeking permanent residence in the UK rise. Detailed first quarter figures show Canada 16 574 then 36 951, United States 10 673 then 11 195, and other regions with mixed changes, totaling 82 766 and 84 071 for British Empire and other destinations respectively.
A complaining parent describes a math assignment that asks how many bottles of oil are needed to fill a number of pint bottles. The parent explains efforts to solve the problem, the child’s distress, and a note about not affording more oil. The letter ends with a plea to choose a different substance for the next task.
A New York Recorder report describes nitrate of silver varnish applied to youths in a Chicago court as a method to deter smoking. About 300 men and boys watched as physicians treated palates. fifty persisted, finding the taste worse than expected. The doctors warned the effects would worsen the next day if smoking continued.
Widespread Australasian concern over parasitic worms in stomachs and bowels. They cause digestive upset, headaches, and serious constitutional issues including convulsions, epilepsy, and melancholia. Worm Tellers advertised by The W. H. Comstock Co. Ltd offer eradication via vegetable preparations, priced per packet with postpaid options.
Constantinople dispatch reports Abdul Hamid the deposed sultan declines to answer inquiries and shows no sign of consent or dissatisfaction as attendants and household observe his stubborn retreat. He endures chronic illness, avoids doctors, and remains secluded in Moylor Bey palace, surrounded by affectionate animals.
The 1913 report of the New South Wales Allianes notes a high level of drunkenness with 28 274 convictions for drunkenness alone and 4 185 other related charges totaling 2 459. In 1912 the figure was 32 977. Over 200 pledges were taken at the Central police court in 1913 without a recorded conviction. NSW is described as the most drunken state in the Commonwealth.
Misa Emma Mahaney, 67, sues Mr Job Wolf, 77, Civil War veteran, for 500 pounds claiming breach of promise of marriage after decades apart and a false engagement, alleging missed wedding plans and costly preparations. The case cites past letters and wartime separations as key context.
A large crowd attended the Sunday football fixture between Wanderers and Towne, raising £19 100 for the gate in what was said to be a record. Roy Cines received a club hat from patron Mr R Davies, with Groban skippering Wanderers and Meyeta leading Towne. The match featured rough play and several injuries, Wanderers ultimately winning 3 goals 7 behinds to 3 goals 4 behinds. Numerous players were noted for strong performances, including Rob Campbell, Jordan, and Ginger McLaughlin, as substitutions and injuries affected the final stages.
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