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Newspaper
Menzies Miner
Location
Menzies, Western Australia, Australia
Date
May 26, 1900
Page
11
The report notes a starting point for a dispatch aboard a frontier cable message. Officials indicate the message was sent without a clear time reference. The fragment suggests uncertainty about when the operation began and where the key event occurred, reflecting the era’s unreliable telegraphic transmission.
General Buller advances to Vannhauser near Glencoe Junction with his advance guard at Newcantle. Reports say 7000 Bosra I troops have moved north toward Laing's Nek, as Boers plan to defend Luing's Mek, signaling heavy fighting is expected.
General Tanda, whose ace position at Ladybrandsraw was noted in a warline despatch, has advanced near 40 miles from the town of Clavalan, which is held by about 600 Dere fighters.
On May 18 in Queensland Bainuane a public loss event is announced to celebrate Muteking relief at the Botanical Gardens. The gathering notes the Banhmen's Contingent departed for Manchester Port with unclear details and a lack of concentration.
A lamentable drowning occurred yesterday at Rouciglione Italy during a chapel fete on Lake di Vico. Two boats collided causing the fatality of 25 children.
The Ashanti rising continues as Kumassi faces a siege with about 20,000 opposing forces. Relief efforts struggle to secure carriers for the relief column amid mounting difficulties and wide concern over the besieged town.
Lernox May 16 reports the Newmarket Second Spring meeting opened with the Newmarket Oath stakes for three year olds. Mintanee led the field over one mile two furlongs before Diamond Jubilee edged ahead in a furious finish. Diamond Jubilee earned a hard fought victory as the crowd roared at the dramatic conclusion.
On May 17 James Blin, a Hobart shipwright, altered the submarine boat Tomox to the Admiralty design, claiming invention of the craft.
A major blaze erupted at Lloyds Payer mill causing extensive damage to the factory and six new machines. The fire severely disrupted operations in Lowpay Mi and authorities are investigating the cause and scope of the damage.
Commonwealth Bill discussions propose alterations to protect imperial interests while honoring Australian will. Noted textual changes omit preamble phrases and adjust references across five eastern colonies plus Western Australia, with prerogatives on Privy Council appeals and application of colonial laws acts.
The Queensland delegate to the Aw letter to Me Dirikaon, federal representative, cautiously defends Lent Lan ington against Me Kingston's charge of anomalous intuition amid the raucal controversy.
A memorandum criticizes Chief Justice Way for allegedly undermining the Appeal Clause in the Commonwealth Bill. It notes difficulty obtaining a copy of his pamphlet opposing appeals to the Privy Council. Kingston protests temporary judgeships and urges independence of colonial judges, expressing surprise at Chamberlain memoranda exposure after a July 1897 conference.
In the House of Lords the Bishop of Rochester rebukes the notion that diverse opinions among peers justify the Commonwealth Bill. He argues differences among conscientious men are not enough to warrant warlike action and that the lessons of experience should guide sane decisions.
Telegrams report the Earl of Selborne urging growth over forced full independence in judicial matters. Peers bring no clear practical solution, and the discussion questions who should define the federation’s guiding experiences amid tensions among colonial statesmen.
May 18 Aputaipe report states Mr Kingston cabled Premier Me FP W Holder expressing hope for a favorable result in connection with the Commonwealth Bill. The message reflects brief optimism and official communication on the bill’s progress.
The Duke of Orleans writes to the Bachelors Club thanking the Queen and Regal Family and says he refuses to resign his French sentiments in exchange for hospitality offered by France.
May 18 report of Fremantle plague patient cremation. Observation notes a rat infestation risk and unconfirmed Bramantia report. Port town clerk finds a sick rat in a box from Sydney and sends it to hospital for examination before incineration, amid safety complaints.
A brief note reports public concern over a plague situation in Queens Land and mentions two fresh oasis sites at Rock Hampton supplying relief. Local authorities advise caution and ongoing monitoring.
In Brisbane and Rockhampton contexts no fresh cases of illness or plague were reported. A Rockhampton Bulletin reporter noted local conditions, with the phrase mentioning observers and emporia as part of the report.
Two new plague cases and two additional deaths reported in Sydney. Officials say most patients are recovering in hospital, with one exception. The update notes patients are under care and hospitals are monitoring contacts. A local authority statement urges caution and hygiene as the outbreak continues.
Telegrams note no new plague cases reported and say patient from the Gera, Reits, is not well. Cattelli progress satisfactorily, Avgvayoy on May 11.
The steamer Gera arrived this afternoon at Prazin with four passengers who immediately went into quarantine. The incident underscores health precautions amid the ongoing plague scare in the region.
An outbreak of plague reported at Smyrna, a major town in Asia Minor. May 17 entry notes loxpox in the area, referencing the town as a key hub in the region. No further details provided on response or affected parties.
A May 18 report from Fremantle notes no fresh cages of plague but a prevailing worry that the malady is being carried out in several areas, sparking concerns among residents.
The youth Kine claims a suspicious case of sickness aboard the Arawatts, which arrived today at Cooktown. The vessel is anchored in mid stream awaiting examination with no communication allowed.
The Manzanot Guildfields Victuallers hosted their first ball at the Leontira Mechanics Institute. Visitors from Iran Molonha and surrounding districts attended a festive evening beginning at 7 pm. A display of updated trees and jewellery impressed guests as the hall resembled a Maswern city during the celebration. At midnight attendees adjourned to the Exchange Hotel dining rooms for supper prepared by Host Parer. The event concluded with renewed dancing and guests departing in high spirits.
Peni May 17 For having tarred and feathered him at Northam Join David White was fined £20 or in default six months in jail and ordered to keep the peace for six months For stealing newspapers from his wife he was fined £1 with a month imprisonment respectively All wording reflects cautious neutral phrasing of the incident.
The text suggests a probable date for federal elections as September rather than October, with speculation that the WAL referendum could finish in six weeks to two months. Stakeholders consider a shift in timing affecting political schedules and timelines.
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