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Newspaper
Menzies Miner
Location
Menzies, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Jun 16, 1900
Page
2
In a murky report the entry line shows prisoners directed to entrain but refuse to obey orders. The incident involved officers and captured prisoners at an inland location with no clear charges listed.
Reported tension grows in China with British troops landed and Marines marching toward Peking. Japan reassured that no Russian aid is sought, while China is urged to quell the Boxer disturbances without foreign help. High officials criticize Qing troops and call for strong imperial action to restore order.
A Peking message reports about a substantial British landing at Tien Tsin with about 900 troops. The dispatch notes a level of activity and indicates continued British operation in the area.
A fragment describes thousands of buyers burning and looting near a railway in Tien Tain ta Peking, hindering traffic and provoking a crackdown. Chinese artillery are said to fear attacking the Boxers, who are claimed to be invulnerable.
The British Minister at Peking telegraphed that seven percent more machines arrived after the railway line was damaged. Marines have been forced to march with their guns from Tien-Tsin to the coast, about 72 miles away, as they advance toward Peking.
An ordeal in Peking details a clash involving foreign guards and gunfire near a tram route. About 400 foreigners were involved with 10 reported killed or wounded. Officials from China and foreign powers opened inquiries.
European residents of Tion Tsin organize a militia to defend the town as a fresh contingent of 800 marines and sailors arrives. The force aims to bolster security just as tensions rise, guarding streets and key points to safeguard the settlement.
Loxpow June 8 Mr Barton told a press representative in an interview that he hopes the Royal assent will be given to the Commonwealth Bill on June 24. If this anticipation proves correct he is optimistic that the Federal Government will be instituted in January.
Delegates Lownes Pane and Teakin discuss repealing and redrafting the clause on appeals in the Commonwealth. Billy plans to apply to private or public uses. Masta omit and Dickson move to Anstratline, Deskin sails by the Oramz, Dickson by the Cavan.
June 8 report notes 260 Ingal natives besieged at Kymessi with ongoing fighting. Several severe engagements occurred as the siege continued under low intensity.
A cable to Mr Deakin discusses delaying Australia's referendum until August and its impact on the Commonwealth Bill passing Parliament. Agents note possible postponement, with figures like Mr McLenis and Mr Barton commenting on dates and colonial interest. The report suggests urging earlier Federation though tensions remain.
The Premier received a telegram from Western Australia asking that steamers call at Fremantle instead of Albany. A telegram from the acting premier of another region supported Fremantle. Sir William Lyne opposed Fremantle calls unless current arrangements changed, warning of long delays for Adelaide connections.
Telegrams show Sir John Borrest sending a message to Premier Munnovave about designating Premantie as the port of call for rail steamers. Sydney officials reportedly favor the proposal, with Portmasters-General asked to report and Cabinets to decide on mail delivery impacts.
The Select Committee to-day investigates Mr Robson's charges against the Government. Witnesses including Mr Weiss and Premier discuss unproven funds, private support for MPs, and alleged impecuniosity. Robson names several MPs and recalls conversations at a party about members lacking support. The Premier denies improprieties while confirming private allowances to party figures.
A. P. Matheson reports that Alexander claimed to have accepted a financial arrangement from Me A. Porrust. F. C. B. Vosper notes Alexander said he would be a material witness if an inquiry occurred, yet stated that his prior remarks were private and he would forget them if called.
The report notes Mr Deakin will return to Britain as the Commonwealth affairs move through the Imperial Parliament. It mentions Secretary of State assurances and that Mr Dyalia spoke of continued support from Messrs Barton and Dickson to overcome obstacles to the bill's passage. Deakin leaves tomorrow.
A meeting in Brisbane on June 7 with Premier Sir Wit. Lye and colleagues from colonies discussed sending the Commonwealth Bill to colonial Parliaments for consideration. Premier Philp indicated New South Wales will soon decide the matter and Governor's speech may hint at it. Evolution likely to be debated, Queensland Parliament may act later in session.
The Premier has received a vague note from Mr Bartow indicating plans to return the RMS Ororah, leaving Bondon on the 23rd. It is believed the other deteg may return by the same route.
A ballroom tragedy occurs at Meloune town hall when Dr J F McCarron suddenly collapses during a dance and dies from cerebral hemorrhage. He was mourned by his two daughters and attendees, coming as the funeral of his late partner Mr John Henry Bird had just occurred the day before. The dance ended abruptly as doctors pronounced life extinct.
Fragmentary OCR item from a Perth page mentions Len D Vani Carla Bros Jonas Bareuck Jr and a shop Gente Silver Waithase Watches with garbled terms like balance, improvement and a price of £8. Another line references WOLF S BORN APTS. The readable entities are uncertain, making precise meaning difficult.
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