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Newspaper
Menzies Miner
Location
Menzies, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Dec 22, 1900
Page
2
Telegrammed notes recount jurors debating motive and truthfulness of witnesses in a Catholic wife case. They asked if co respondent’s witness spoke truth about the evening of a date, and how to weigh evidence without bias. The jury retired multiple times, finally adjourning with no verdict.
A jury in a local case failed to reach agreement after 12 hours of deliberation. The foreman admitted no consensus on adultery and other charges by a three fourths majority, prompting the judge to extend talks and note the unusually lengthy and contentious proceedings before the crowd dispersed without a verdict.
A torn OCR snippet hints at an upcoming public sale or auction. Readable fragments mention local officials and a action likely tied to property or goods, with dates or places not clearly legible. The item requires confirmation from the original page for precise details.
Dec 17 dispatch from Loxpom notes unrest around Pekin and reports Count Waldersen arranged expeditions to restore order. Widespread fear and public sentiment indicate strong support for pacification efforts and stability measures.
The steamer Dalhousia arrived at Albany with 100 Indian troops for the Commonwealth sabtre in a mixed unit comprising nearly Indian regiment elements and native officers. Plans to send 60 men were reduced to 100 due to absences in South Africa and China. All landed today and spent time ashore.
Major General Talloch with British forces in Ohio reconnoitered eight miles north east of Pekin where they faced an unseen foe using smokeless powder. Major General Culloch moved ten miles and attacked a Boer stronghold. Lieutenant Macpherson and his troops provided a fine example, sealing the wall with a ladder and single-handedly holding the boxers at bay, allowing the troops to clear the position. Forty Boers were killed and prisoners were brought into Pekin.
Luxon December 13 President McKinley invites the Duke and Duchess of York to visit the United States after their Canada trip. The formal invitation signals cordial ties and planned goodwill engagements between Britain and the United States during the era.
Initial reports state about 10,000 Chinese troops march on Pekin bearing the anti foreign flag. The advance signals a major assault with potential international concern.
The Hon. C. P. Layard will represent Ceylon at the inaugural ceremony in Sydney and travel by passenger ship from Rome. The Premier, Sir W. Hidgeway, who had planned to attend, is now unable to go.
Disjointed text shows rising anti foreigner sentiment with threats of expulsion in January. Report mentions Boxers near Canton capturing a mission member and torturing him to death by thumbscrew. Details are garbled but indicate violent actions tied to anti foreigner forces.
Perth citizens select arrangements for Commonwealth celebrations in Perth on New Year’s Day plus a January 2 military and police tournament and fireworks. Sir Wameert to attend. renovations being arranged for the event venue and related celebrations.
The Dowager-Empress agrees to the court’s return to Pekin and to an indemnity of £40,000,000. She consents to a foreign levy in each province to maintain a face value of 2000 ten. The Nawager-Araprom reportedly accepts the terms, signaling a staged return of the imperial court.
The Western Australia contingent for the Sydney inauguration will travel in 16 men Panza Dye leading the group as the main forces prepare. Most of the WA party enters camp at Karrikatts ahead of the January 1 event in Sydney.
Reports from Prkin state Ambascadiea has yet discovered that U Hung Changs credentials a plant potentiary do not hear the Emmassior private new. Further delay is in negotiations as a result.
The Governor-General Lord Hopetoun is greeted by a moderate Sydney reception with Royal Arthur and Hirongi a venan of gaily decorated vessels. A salute of 19 guns fires as Hopetoun lands amid cannon fire and cheers, with the Premier and Sir William Lyne addressing him amid a formal, ceremonious scene.
Sir Claude M Dopull, British ambassador to Pekin, notes in recent dispatches that Marvin, the Times correspondent, showed steadfast service during the war and remained a pillar of strength when events were bleak.
The arrival of Lord Hopetoun in Sydney is marked by a cordial reception with the Archbishop, the Mayor, and other leaders. He meets with Governor General Sir Frederick Darley and Captain Wallington, signals plans to form a Cabinet soon, and comments on public opinion split between Basher Barton and Bir Wen Lyne for the provisional ministry.
Fatigue from Sunday’s journey prompts Lord Hopetoun to rest at Sydney Hospital. His Excellency’s horse parade pleased patients, with sympathy shown to the sick. The visit, amid a heatwave, is described as graceful and beneficial to his health. Captain Walrington reports the expected return to government duties next Friday.
Following NSW practice the Victoria government introduced a bill to extend polling hours to seven oclock tonight. The measure aims to avoid delays in completing the foetal bonds section and to ensure voters have ample time to cast ballots.
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