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Newspaper
Quorn Mercury
Location
Quorn, South Australia, Australia
Date
May 25, 1900
Page
2
Port Pirie port notices list Cape Town to Adelaide cargoes with 690 tons American coal and 4000 plus tons bound for Adelaide. Shipping firms like Australian Metal Co and Adelaide exporters show mixed tonnages and vessel movements, with details on masters, destinations, and cargo types, alongside sparse price notes and market conditions for the season.
In a reflective letter to the Register Mujoe- Hany, a toast lauds the Queen and the jubilation across the empire. The writer notes the Ninety-one year old sovereign’s enduring influence, the Bechuanaland relief, and global Anglo Saxon unity as Centennial celebrations unfold. The piece emphasizes loyalty to Her Majesty and the continued reverence across colonies and distant lands.
A British commemorative piece reflects on the Queen's reign during war in South Africa and the peace efforts at the Hague. It notes her visits, hospital support, and symbolic acts like wearing the shamrock, praising loyalty and devotion of troops and citizens throughout the Empire.
A mixed item reports the New Mt Arden copper shaft work and ore found, including shaft depths and ore estimates, then shifts to a local business ad for Leaver’s Hats. It notes a school exhibition with a holiday granted, praising the children’s performances and overall teacher replacement during an epidemic.
The Paris World Championship cycling event faces a dispute as riders from New Zealand and Australia are challenged over equipment and eligibility. Concerns focus on machine power, tricycle design, and rider safety amid objections from Paris officials and national leagues. The debate highlights regulatory tensions between manufacturers, teams, and organizers ahead of the competition.
Vermmak Hraal Reinet writes a playful satirical piece titled A abit Line latok ane of the a eT avery ee preup au yor wso ite Eee i the aie econ tee al. The text mocks neighbors and a townsfolk, with a humorous tone about publishing the jester’s lines. Authors EGilbart Chemnst Quorn are credited.
Port Augusta Hospital Board met with 40 patients 27 men 12 women and discussed government inspection and quarantine measures. Council elections drew 278 on the roll with 132 voting. Public morale rose during Mafeking relief celebrations with flags bands and a mass march to the Town Hall. Credits raised for famine relief and schoolchildren granted half-holiday.
A fractured OCR narrative describes a visit to Pirie of the YMCA Port Pino on May 23. It mentions Mr Sohnbert and Messrs Virgie and WM Gatti, local church leaders, and a Sunday gathering with sermons, music, and a plan for future YMCA activities led by Mr Sv Hubert and Ms Virgo, noting a cordial reception and community support.
A crowded gathering at the Gran Jumotion Hotel last Friday honored Mr J. Craig, with Mayor presiding and many dignitaries present. Speakers praised his long service to the Northern Territory, railways, and the Institute, recalling his work for safety, libraries, and local clubs while noting his influence on public projects and community relations in Port Augusta and surrounding districts.
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