Vessel Loss Reported After Collision Disaster
A vessel suffered extensive damage with total losses totaling about 1,000,000 illara. The ship broke in two and could not be saved, with several boats wrecked in the incident.
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Newspaper
Menzies Miner
Location
Menzies, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Sep 08, 1900
Page
8
A vessel suffered extensive damage with total losses totaling about 1,000,000 illara. The ship broke in two and could not be saved, with several boats wrecked in the incident.
In New South Wales the drought worsens with unprecedented dryness in the north. An intercolonial baseball match saw New South Wales defeat Victoria by an innings and 8 runs. A billiards match between Roberts and Weiss is scheduled for early October in Sydney and Melbourne. Hugh Dixon presents £10000 to various church and missionary funds. Debates on marriage regulation and government supervision proceed as Harbor Trust Bill advances to the Council.
At Moonee Valley on September 5 Maniouuin the meeting featured hurdle races with Beloka Bingara Dover and Golden Plate. Lethbridge Game Miner Cuns Flying Fox Ascot and Quatre Deas Witte Orben and First to 2 raced in the Steeplechase where Reefer sustained a fatal injury and was destroyed.
Polling for the Legislative Council in South Pro Vines occurred today amid strong interest. The awaiting returns include the Burbanks Bonni and Experance figures, which have not yet reached the tally.
Government office invites tenders for carting between Goongerrie and Mt Higgins and Menzies and Mt Higgins. The notice references Dr Curtis and a long series of fragmented terms, indicating a public works or service contract bloc.
In the Legislative Assembly Mr Solomon moved to correct public impressions about the Australia not entering Fremantle harbor last Monday. The Premier dismissed it as not serious, citing low barometer and few passengers. debates covered misreports, Perth Railway Company issues, and adjournments with motions to lay papers on the table and a select committee to examine Perth Tea Company charges.
The New South Wales team defeated Queensland by 18 points to 6 in today’s Intercolonial football match. Queensland struggled to respond as NSW secured the win in a competitive contest.
Sypury on September 4 reports a pursuit ending near Ardglen after a vehicle theft or hold-up. Investigators say the wagon halted 12 miles from Nandle amid scattered traces of the offenders. Police follow leads through Wnndle in a bid to recapture the suspects.
Supxer reports a civilians search party of four bailed up by a man named Woodley eleven miles from Nondle. The group fired twice at the attackers but caused no harm while the fugitives fled, throwing down clothing and ammo as they escaped. Intense district excitement follows this violent incident.
John Glaboe and Co announce reopening of their millinery and clothing stock in Coolgardie and Broad Arrow with low prices and new stock. The firm promises shipwright quality goods, value for patrons, and repairs on site at SHENTON ST Opp Fox Holme. The Boulder Reliable Assay Office offers gold ore treatment services with fastest possible turnaround and on the spot smelting and refining. They buy gold bearing materials and provide development assistance. Cyanide plants can be set up for tailings piles in the colony.
Trade listing outlines a range of decorative textiles including applique trimmings guipure laces valenciennes laces cordon laces and new gemas and bailor bat summoer bats and bonnets offered in a catalog style. The notice emphasizes material variety and product names without pricing or supplier details.
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