British Lords Debates Signal Reform Talks Begin
In London both Houses met yesterday with Lord Beachamp reading a King message of condolence. Lord Rosebery’s plans for Lords reform were not pursued for now as the round table conference on constitutional issues continues. The Times and Daily Chronicle note Labour support for the conference, while the Lords reform question remains contested and government plans for reform are awaited.
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Earl of Crewe
Lord Rosebery
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Daily Chronicle
Earthquake Devastates Italian Town As Death Toll Rises
In Calitri Italy a severe quake cracked houses and toppled hilltop structures. Twenty four bodies were recovered and about seven thousand residents fled the town. Several American missionaries visiting Calitri faced attacks by fanatics and were rescued by soldiers.
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Thureday
Italy
Calite
Calitri
Qvbo
Shipping Disaster Off Taynek Taland Near Oregon Bay
A boat disaster off Taynek Taland near Oregon Bay claimed thirty two lives. Most victims were Portuguese and capsized in a whirlpool. Terrible scenes and shark filled waters delayed rescue efforts. authorities reported difficulty in recovering bodies.
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London
Taynek Taland
Oregon Bay
New York Murder Probe Deepens in London Connection
New York police investigate a death tied to a London case involving Mrs Steel widow of a millionaire aged 60. She died from convulsions upon learning that Bilear Acerta, a young Italian detainee, was linked to the death of his friend Philip Cuttalane and to jail visits by Acerta after a refused breach of promise suit. Her will left LSD 600 to Acerta for abandoning a £100,000 damages claim.
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New York
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Cone Vubeian
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Tissian Eiger
Wilkes
Philip Cuttalane
Aciis
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Mie Stee
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Peary Cook Dispute Reported in London Frame
Reuters Berlin report says Herr Franke seeks compensation from Peary for Cook’s bear skins and walrus tusks. Franke claims Peary refused to remove him from Greenland unless he handed over Cook’s property, of which Franks claims half ownership.
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Reuters
Berlin
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Pesry
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Peary
Greenlans
South African contest stuns as Botha faces Tirepatrick
Surprise grows in East Pretoria as General Botha challenges Sir Percy Tirepatrick for a seat, suggesting a break from expected unopposed contests in other districts. Local observers note implications for party strategy and regional power balance.
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London
Botha
Pretoria
Percy Tirepatrick
Miners' Association urged rescue stations at major mines
Mr Churchill discussed with Miners Association representatives the push for rescue stations with appliances at large mines. Some members cited Mr Kein Hardie’s claim that Wellington colliery victims at Whitehaven were alive when entombed and was deemed cruel and disgraceful.
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Whitehaven
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Double Tragedy as Mother Drowns Her Children
A demented mother named Thompson abducted three children near Tallangatta, intent on harm. She drowned the youngest, and the eldest girl described the mother’s actions as she carried Amy toward the dam before Doris and the others cried out. A neighbor intervened as Amy’s body surfaced.
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Ractong
Tallangatta
Thompson
Ager
Clove
Amy
Doris
Reidy
Anny
Mina Tusmpton
Mt Magnel-Black Baige Railway Opening
The Mt Magnel-Black Baige railway will open on July 16 with the Governor and Acting Premier Wilson in attendance.
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Perth
Wilson
Sewerage Strike at Porth and Priday
The management committee of the sewerage strike case met the Acting Premier and pressed several points. After a lengthy discussion Al Watson urged arbitration while workers held a meeting to push ahead with the suggestion, despite doubts about access to the Arbitration Court.
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Priday
Yestrday
Art
al Watson
Cas
Ty Gora
Fremantle Election Result With Murphy Leading
Fremantle Friday reports a keen election contest with W R Murphy 858 and Somerville 665 votes. Murphy leads as the tally shows a close race in the Fremantle area.
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R Murphy
Somerville
The Bowkett Case Verdict Clears Doctor of Blame
The trial connected to Otwaypox outbreak saw medical experts struggle to distinguish smallpox. jurors found Dr Bowkett not guilty and expressed that he left court without a stain on his character.
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Otway Ems
Dr. Bowkett
Perth News Summary Affects Justice and Proposals
In West Australia Perth on Saturday Justice Burnettle faces actions linked to a sewerage strike. Bishop Gibney’s aide will face a ballot on Monday. James McFarlane received five years for attempted rape of Ellen Graham in Northam. Midnetics Booth urged protection for women. Gabinel plans to build freezing works at Wyndham.
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Ellen Graham
Northam
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Booth
Gabinel
Wyndham
Hospital Matters call to support Meekatharra Hospital
Meekatharra residents debate the hospital’s finances and subsidy needs in a letter from J. B. Coombes chairing the Hospital Committee. He notes subscribers and government aid cover monthly costs, outlines debt for in-patient treatment, and urges annual donations from mining interests to sustain facilities and staff. The piece defends care quality and warns against attacking the institution.
Foster's Bitter Ale Guaranteed Pure Under Victoria Act
A claim states Foster's Bitter Ale is absolutely pure and brewed in accordance with the Victoria Pure Food Act. The notice asserts compliance with the act and promotes product safety standards.
Melbourne council backs loan and military college plans
Victoria reports Melbourne City Council approves a 0.5 percent loan of 300000 and a mat car bought by the Commonwealth Government for 850. The Defence Minister announces Colonel Driers to be appointed Commander of the proposed Military College with rank and Brigadier status. Salary fixed at 1200 a year.
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Driers
Military College
Strike Hits Porth Sewerage Workers Ask 94 Per Day
Reported strike affects 300 to 400 workers in Porth with lower paid employees seeking a daily minimum of 94. The unrest follows wage disputes and labor actions across several local industries. Other notes mention a church service ending, plans for a large Roberts Aros hall on the Murchison, and various community events in Meekatharra and district.
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Sowe Kookaburras
Roberts Aros
Murchison
Found Bay Boss eels medium draught wlar arid snip branded
Found near shoulder a branded item described as medium draught with arrows and snip. text notes save by paying expenses.
Firatesnera Shareholders Meeting Notice at Bond's Hotel
Notice declares a shareholders meeting of the Firatesnera company at Bond's Hotel Nanning on Thursday 23 January 1910 at 8 pm. Dated Tuna 1910. Secretary A M Oldram Marmion Street Nanning.
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Firatesnera
Bond
Discharge Notice From H R Moulton 1910
A statement from H R Moulton dated June 10 1910 denies a former employee Charles Siinston was dismissed for cause. The notice claims the circulating slanderous claim about employment loss is false and states the real reason was drunkenness during a shift. Witness J W Clydesdale signs the document in Meekatharra.
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Charles Siinston
Thomas ‘Tegan
Mepkatharea
Charles Johnston
H.R. Moulton
J. W. Clydesdale
Salie
Meekatharra
Halley's Skating Rink Opens for School Kids
R HATTON of Perth announces Nee abave Ball in Meskutharra will promote skating at Halley's Skating Rink using an up-to-date method. The rink will be open every Saturday morning for school children with free skates and guidance, aiming to earn residents' favor.
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R Hatton
Perth
Meskutharra
Mathad
Parsote
Church Schedules and Notices Include Various Services
Methodist and Catholic services listed for multiple towns with times and dates. Also notes a whisky brand promotion and an invitation to try “Black Label” whisky with a sermon reference.
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Scotland
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