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Newspaper
Warrnambool Standard
Location
Warrnambool, Victoria, Australia
Date
Feb 14, 1914
Page
10
A country edition notice reminds taxpayers to file by the last day of the current year and explains butter fat content limits under United States law. It notes moisture limits in butter and onions, with references to government standards and forthcoming orders affecting pricing and reserves.
Fragmented report covers Sir Edward Carson and John Redmond sparring over Ulster resistance to Home Rule. Debates reference Ulster exclusion, tax griefs, and potential referenda while Lloyd George and Birrell weigh government limits to quell violence and fear amid ongoing constitutional turmoil.
A master baker extols Glaments Tonic as a remedy for mental and physical exhaustion from overwork and related ailments. The ad claims rapid strength recovery and cites Constipation sleep disorders poor appetite low spirits and nervous fatigue as conditions it treats. It lists Clement s Tonic Ltd and urges readers to send for the medicine available through chemists and stores.
The article notes Victoria's poultry and egg production, with Britain importing over £4,000,000 of eggs and Victoria exporting eggs worth £30,000 in a year. It cites rising exports, tonnage carried by ships, and rising suburban supply. It calls for improved communications and arrangements to expand exports, including a push by Commonwealth trade representatives and the High Commissioner to explore worldwide markets.
The Hobart Gas Company reported a profit for the year at its annual meeting. A balance sheet showed earnings and a dividend of 16 cents per share was declared.
The text advises thinning land for winter, proper manureing, and early preparation to consolidate soil for grains. It warns against overworking soil after sowing, stresses moisture, and suggests well rotted stable manure over fresh manure to avoid hollowness. Artificial fertilizers are offered as alternatives with timing guidance and sowing directions.
Garden notes advise trimming old canes and burying fruiting canes to encourage fibrous roots by planting time. Soil should be rich friable and beds cleared with a sharp fire. Keep straw between rows stirred to absorb rain. Also reports on local clergy resignations appointments meals and community events in Warrnambool Ballarat and Geelong with multiple notices of church services and educational posts.
Racing notes describe a pony race with handicaps and betting on Bonny B and El Bro W Kerr’s Babum among starters including Hamlet and Little Ruby. Times logged around 1 minute for the pony event and 68 seconds for the bay handicap, with Racco money and other bettors listed.
At Koroit on February 12 the Korvit Racing Club committees met to discuss privileges for upcoming meetings. O'Brien proposed allowing a public booth for two meetings over two years to ensure fair tendering. Bourke favored awarding rights to the publican for the two meetings. The motion carried, with meetings set for noon on February 1 and further arrangements noted.
A fragmented report notes a Chinese wife for whom government admission is mentioned amid references to a Mr Queen and the death of a person, with scattered details about family ties, illness, and a Melbourne date. The garbled text includes mentions of a daughter, a master at a location, and statements about marriage to a white man.
Patrons refuse meals at Newport Workers' Dining rooms until waitress wages rise from 12.6 to 17 6 a week, as some workers say they must toil 36 hours. The decision stems from male workers who agreed to assist during lunch hours and a pledge by Lewin to address the issue.
A Melborne reader reports facial and neck blotching two days after an eruption. After trying numerous remedies with no relief, he used Cuticure products which allegedly cleared the rash within two weeks. The notice promotes Cuticure Soap and Cuticure Ointment for skin conditions and mentions a promotion in Sydney.
A miner named Thomas Piper suffered fatal injuries at Zevhan Montana mine this morning due to premature explulsion of a charge. A fellow worker near the scene sustained non fatal injuries with head and shoulder trauma from flying debris as the blast went off unexpectedly.
Sir Ian Hamilton arrived by tide and was warmly welcomed by military officers and a reception attended by the Lord Mayor. Senator Millen Mr Watt and Mr Fisher were among the representatives present. Millen and Fisher urged the general to speak candidly and warned that Australia could dictate terms to those seeking entry to the continent.
In Melbourne on February 14 the compulsory conference on waterside workers trends continued. Justice Figesns proposed measures were reargued with no final decision. The conference adjourned until tomorrow as opinions remained unsettled.
A meeting in February discussed creating an Australian opera produced by Australians under the Australian Opera League. The plan seeks works by Australian composers with administration by Australians to form a national opera. Frits Hart and Hill discussed a long term program with Minister of Education Ciermicheel expressing cautious praise and optimism.
London announces Lord Gladstone will retire in May after trust in government. Sydney Buxton to succeed him as Secretary of State for the Colonies in Beuth At rice. Herbert Gladstone named Governor-General at Bow Office with Union inauguration near. Buxton heads Board of Trade, exile of changes noted.
A detailed report on a British cabinet reshuffle following Mr Buxton's elevation. The Local Government Board chair Mr John Burns succeeds Buxton. Herbert Samuel becomes Postmaster General replacing Mr Hobhouse. Chancellor of the Duchy of Lancaster and other posts shift, with a deputation from the Opposition awaiting Parliament’s response.
In Pura on February 12 Porcher reports that resources are pledged to support the Order of St. Vincent de Paul after its superior general was deposed days earlier by an Apostolic vicar. The dispute involves accusations against the order’s leadership and a mission to France led by Father Sauha Tl Meje, as a bishop’s dispenser authority sought reform within the group.
An 8 telegram reports Nantucket collision near Ware with the Nanticoke. Captain Berry of the Nanticoke faces trial over alleged causation. Monaro? 47 lives lost. Captains Johnston and Berry named, writ filed for 1 million dollars damages against Nantucket’s crew.
Reuters reports in Kogara Court that Emma pom her son Gudwy were fined £10 each for presenting false vaccination certificates at the border. The case concerns serial racer motion and related falsifications.
A garbled telegram report alleges General Botha faced libel claims involving ministers and cadets. The text references a minister, Mr Hlob, and General Meri in a disputed exchange. The fragmentary account mentions a cabinet head and a probe, but specifics remain unclear due to damaged OCR.
Reuters report from Washington on February 13 hints at growing concern over Panama Canal tolls and American shipping costs. The dispatch notes worry among carriers about toll impacts and mentions several unnamed officials and routes amid tense discussions.
Fragmentary OCR describes a society event honoring a late captain, mentioning Commander KRG and telegraph procedures. The text is incomplete but indicates ceremonial proceedings and a memorial context for Captain Scott with notable attendees.
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