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Newspaper
Prahran Chronicle
Location
Prahran, Victoria, Australia
Date
Apr 27, 1901
Page
2
Tink amp. American Dean Gems powder designed for rivals fans to learn to polish and clean linen. It promises easy polishing and household use with gloss keeping fabrics bright. The Sun Gloss for Linen is offered at a price of three.
The article discusses push for prompt bottling of tariff uncertainty and the Chamber of Commerce urging early action. Mr Burton supports a protective tariff, hoping it clears in the first Federal Parliament section. NSW expects tariff changes to benefit importers and warehousemen, with potential duties and interstate considerations under review.
Fragmentary OCR indicates heavy rains cause floods and property disruption across the city. Readable fragments mention water damage, impacted streets, and local officials responding to the emergency with brief notices of closure and relief efforts.
Severe gale and rising waters hit the Bay area with damage in country districts. Rail traffic suspended, bridges lost, and water overflow floods South Yarra and surrounding suburbs. Amid relief efforts, drought reports shift to forecasts of better seasons and revived trade. social notes cover St Kilda events, auctions, and local notices.
Reports describe river work and building projects amid changing conditions and public reaction. References mention Yarra improvement efforts, mud issues, and assurances of progress, with names like Michael Spelt and Terrane DeTentome appearing in context. The item notes the breadth of ongoing construction and community interest.
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