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Newspaper
Menzies Miner
Location
Menzies, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Jul 07, 1900
Page
8
Lornoy July 4 reports an inventor presented a ped al machine in Freidrichshayen Bavaria. The device powers four passengers with vigor and length. The invention traveled 86 miles safely with the inventor and companions aboard.
The fiat July meeting commenced at Newmarket yesterday. The principal race, Princean or Wana Seaxkn, worth £10,000, covers three and four year olds over one mile. Baxton and Bahuse compete alongside Sacomb in the field.
A fragmentary New York report from July 8 recounts gruesome stories of men denying aid to drowning victims for loot. It claims boats’ crews ignored the distressed, demanding payment before help and used boathooks to drive back those seeking escape along the route.
The Queensland Government intends to place a loan of £1,400,000 on the London market. The loan bears 8 percent interest with a minimum rate fixed at 4. Tenders close on the sixth of the month.
The Imperial Court of Appeal in Loupon on July 3 announced postponement of a temporary bill to create several colonial Lords of Appeal. The court stated it would seek an early opportunity to consult the colonies on establishing a permanent supreme tribunal for the empire.
Trustees Investments of Loxvor report July 3 as the Colonial Stocks update notes the Colonial Brooka Bill received a second reading in the House of Lords. Lord High Chancellor Halabairy explains the measure aims to create a mixed fund to back purchases in certain colonial stock with guaranteed Treasury protection.
The music hall syndicate engages Misa Btella Bedaile, formerly on the variety stage in Australia, linked with Mears Williamson and Mangrove's Opera Company, to perform at the Tivali and Ostord Theaters.
Brief dispatches report a Belgian and Bipido attempting to root the inca ot Waleahoe hnen with a revolver that proved almost harmless. Tests show the weapon will not penetrate clothing and attempts to fire fail as the revolver kicks.
Mr Glasevy, Bundaberg commander, has resigned and will contest the independent Trade Hall faction. Me Gleany denounces trade methods and signals formation of a new party as supporters gather.
A death occurred this morning at the quarantine station during formal surveying. A patient succumbed to the plague while under observation, authorities report no further details available at this time.
The Premier has announced that the government will consider appointing parliamentary committees to inquire into the question of joining the Australian Commonwealth.
The Premier stated in the Assembly that the Government aims to establish the Commonwealth by October 1. The goal is to include the Consnon wealth and ensure protection before the federal elections, with safeguarding measures to be enacted ahead of polling.
A housekeeper in Galle is injured after a dynamite blast near her boarding house. The explosion hurls timber, shatters a wall, and scatters bedding. police search for a clue to the unknown perpetrator. Officials plan to boost police protection as investigations continue.
Considered disgraceful events draw crowds as the colony braces for a predicted economic surge. Authorities report growing public interest and mixed reactions among residents about the coming boom and its potential impact.
Telegrams from Sir John Forrest protest Western Australia’s right to the period of transit under the mail contract. He argues the decision does not allow extra time for mail steamers and urges fulfillment of the agreed terms. The colony demands adherence to the contract and proposes referring the matter to a mutually agreed tribunal.
A July 4 cable from Mr Cheoberlain to Premier Cheoberlain states Her Majesty's Government agrees to delay the question of the eastern port call to hold a conference on arrangements to mitigate delays in mail arrivals at Adelaide. Anti Federationists warn this may sway voters on the referenda.
Commandant Booth, after four months illness, made a public beat appearance at Hawthorn on July 4. The gathering drew enthusiasts eager to learn more about civic duties and the life surrounding the local frontier.
The Governor Viscount Gormanston informed ministers he will likely leave Tasmania mid August. His term ends in October and Mr Chamberlain Hing granted him leave from that date. Gormanston departs due to ill health after a troubled tenure.
There was no betting on the Grand National tonight and Valdis was expected not to start. Goldfinger and Arcadi were quoted around 7 to 1, with 8 to 1 common for each and 100 to 7 sometimes seen. Borilerer is listed as nominally third favorite.
July 3 betting news notes double money in Sydney market at 900 to 2 was accepted on Belemnite for the Onnifield and Gongs Din for the Melbourne Cup. About 12000 pounds secured.
Reindeer fell at Mentone today injuring its neck and head area. It is extremely doubtful the horse will run in Saturday's Grand National Hurdle. The incident raises concern over the horse's future racing prospects.
Molonia Tart Club began a two day meeting in mild weather with remarks and results from various events. The initial notes list milestone performances and participants, highlighting a mare named Murdee and other local entrants.
The South Australian Legislative Assembly sat this afternoon and varied a motion granting three months’ leave to Lieut Roberts serving in South Africa. The Premier said a bill would be introduced to amend the Constitution to address Roberts and possibly other members implicated in fatara. A motion on reducing the cost of warrants supplied by the Defence force passed with government approval.
A petition to the Legislative Council from the Adelaide City Council seeks deferment of a private bill by Mr Stove King for the purchase of tramways by Snow and others. The Adelaide Corporation has an agreement to take over the tramways and operate them by electricity or horse traction, with a bill to give effect to the arrangement to be introduced soon.
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