Council to seek competitive designs for new offices
The Tan' Council debated using £1000 to alter the pres ent offices and invite competitive architectural designs. A special meeting was held but no design was recorded. the mayor said plans were under Formos and awaiting council direction on next steps. The forum condition to raise £1600 was noted and invitations for designs were issued.
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Posse
Commpuditine
Jocal Archtheta
Alinay
Anderson F
Fay
Ion
Cork
Anderson
Premit Te Hind Heer
Tay Kay
Wollel
Minister as airman in sea plane flight over English Channel
Unclear report notes Winston Chiurellll and others as passengers in a water plane voyage near the Isle of Wight with the First Lord reportedly piloting or involved in the machine's testing. Details remain murky yet indicate a notable aviation milestone in London.
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London
Winston
Chiurellll
Salant
Ile of Wight
Great Fire at Baku Destroys Reservoirs and Dam
A large fire at the Baku gas colliery works near the Caspian Shore destroyed three reservoirs and caused substantial damage. The incident occurred around 2,000,104 rubles in losses, with the blaze spreading rapidly across the site. Authorities reported extensive destruction but no verified casualty figures at the time.
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Petatesal
Powcolin
Bakiniga
Caspian
Motor road to Brighton proposal in London to Wrighton plan
A telegraph note from Peb 24 outlines a scheme to build a direct road from London to Wrighton, dedicated to motor vehicles with a rail-free, single track. The project aims to reach Brighton in about 15 minutes from London, a distance of 504 miles by rail, signaling a bold transport concept.
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Telegrafa
Vandow
London
Wrighton
Aiotor
Slifferait Elassey
Brighton
Lone
Vt Drighton
Landon
Hurriane in Frange Hits Lyons Central, Planes Destroyed
An erratic cyclone struck the Lyons central area causing aviation hangars and aeroplanes to be wrecked. Aircraft worth £8 100 were dismantled and burnable structures damaged. In nearby Abane village in Pours district about 100 houses suffered partial destruction.
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Thio Ciiibintt
Lyons
Elsmiiere
Abane
Pours
British American tension over Villa execution reported
The article notes Britain's opposition to intervention after the execution of Mr Benton by Mexican rebel forces led by General Villa. It cites statements by Sir Edward Grey and Under-Secretary Beav, noting U S demands for Benton’s body and concerns over American citizens in Mexico while warning that intervention would be futile and harmful to British interests.
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Tate
Benton
House of Camaoins
Enquirer
Ranard Urer
Farpn
United States
J Roseton
Mexico
Reaton
Edward
Jumrem
Villa
Heaton
Villay
Beav. Acland
Adisirs
Republic
Liwan
Great Britain
Suarez
Ther
Feader
Jondon
Daily Mail
Edward Grey
Edward Girey
French Press Comments On Benton Execution Stir U S Debate
French newspapers criticize President Wilson's policy over Mr Benton's execution and warn the United States must act to protect Europe if needed. Officials in Washington discuss passing the Dornton murder case to Britain and consider actions against Villa after a mass shooting attempt.
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Benton
Wilson
United States
Wreck of the Mexico lifeboat crew saved
Reported by Reuters from London the lifeboat crew of the Mexican wreck were rescued after their craft capsized while standing by a wreck offshore. Natives and crew were among those pulled from rough seas. The incident occurred during a salvage operation as searchers aided survivors.
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Reuter
London
Tha Fethard
Shhooter Monier
Lords Debate Morality of Contributing to Party Funds
The House of Lords discussed morality of funding political parties. Lord Selborne urged condemning contributions to party funds, warning that honors are hired to persuade donations. Marquis of Crewe defended no fixed canon, relying on public opinion and ministerial stance. Long debate ended without division as Charnwood withdrew his amendment.
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Reuter
London
House of Lords
Lord Selborne
Lonors
Gort Charnwood
Marquis of Crewe
Stith
Vuilia
Pri
Lord Crewe
Lord Rosebery
Malfour
Asiuith
Wollie
Lansdowne
Selborne
Drink and Death on the Mississippi Fight Between Negroes
Telegram from Tunica reports a drink fueled melee on the Mississippi near West Memphis where a deputy-sheriff was killed as a band of about 40 Negroes resisted arrest. A white posse pursued, five more were slain while dogs tracked fleeing suspects, and the white men vowed to kill all involved.
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Reuter
FFM
York
Tunica
Memphis
Mississippi River
Tegrocea
Ahern IW
Home Rule Debate Moves to Oil Policy Stand
A group of Labour leaders including Hamar Greenwood and Mr. Watson urged the government to pass the Home Rule bill without amendment and to act to protect lives and property in loyal areas. Arthur Paget, speaking in Dublin, warned against extending colonial powers and urged more cautious steps.
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Hamar Greenwood
Gst Watson
Aller
Trobe
Arthur Paget
Dublin
Billiards match in Loudun 18,000 up amid renewed play
The Loudun billiards contest between George Gray of Austentia and Parkiner of England resumed with Gray leading 1708 to fly with Ivory near the end of the day. If current rates hold he is likely to win by about 1,000 as his last break reached 453. Scores show Parkiner 5,000 and Gray 10,000.
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Stury
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le Nention
Reuter
Loudun
George Gray
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Parkiner
England
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Irish American O Keefe Wins Middleweight Title Bout
London boxing fans watched as Beefe versus Hevre went 20 rounds with O Keefe earning the decision for the middleweight championship. In another London ring match, AE Spencdy and Jim Prendy fought 40 rounds with Prendy declared winner on points.
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National Sporting ‘Club
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Harry” Hevre
O'Keefe
AE Spencdy
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Stuart-Samuel to vote against Hird costs ruling
Reuters report from London states Stuart-Samuel, MP, will vote against the judgment awarding William Hird 13000 pounds net costs under the 1801 statute. Sir Stuart allegedly recorded 26 votes in the House of Commons after a firm contract with the India Office for silver supply.
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Timim
London
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Justice Tewlett
Hird
House of Cormons
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Pitas al
India Office
Aeroplane Disaster Near Chichester Claims Man's Life
A Civil pilot named Kemp and passenger Haynes perished when their aircraft crashed during ascent near Chichester, Sussex. Haynes died at the scene while Kemp was seriously injured. The accident occurred February 24 and the machine collapsed from a considerable height.
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Sussex
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Cvilian
Haynes
Komp
Relief From Diarrhoea Card Text
A short client note describes Mira and her husband suffering severe diarrhoea. After using a bottle of L Charbarlain’s Colis and Diarrhoea Remedy, their son became notably relieved. The remedy is sold by local chemists and storekeepers.
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Mira
Fockes
Aly
Explosion at bishopric killed seven in Greek clash
A dynamite attack at Bishop Miklossy’s residence in Hungary killed seven, including the vicar, with several wounded. A letter from Anna Rovacs claimed responsibility. motive tied to resistance to a Greek bishopric. No further clues to the perpetrator.
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Miklossy
Perepne
Iaie
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Deportation clash as South African labor leaders arrive in England
A Tinguni voyage report says the labor leaders were welcomed at Gravesend after arrival at 7 00 am. Secrecy surrounded the deportation with reporters denied interviews. the men remained aboard the steamer Umgent as plans to remove them to South Africa faced resistance. The Tilbury Hotel hosted the departing party through the night while the leaders threatened to resist removal by force. In a separate note, the South African Union Assembly passed the second reading of the indemnity bill by eleven votes to ten.
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Rauter
London
Atesmer Tinguni
Gravesend
Peysotean
Enders
Tilbury Hotel
Umgent
South Marita
Copetown
South Afrean Union Assembly
Ireland's Troubles and Labourers in Dublin
Reuters telegram reports Dublin Corporation charges by Lord Allar that the Local Government Board hindered rural laborers from coming to Dublin. He blames the abnormal industrial situation on the country not governing itself. Also notes release of nine prisoners linked to the Dobbin strike.
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Reuter
London
Dublin Corporation
Tnatas
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Dublin
Naval Manoeuvres Rumors Stir Over Fuel Shortage
London dispatches report rumors that naval manoeuvres are canceled this year due to oil fuel shortages. The Pall Mall Gazette claims Winston Churchill has secured a minimal boiling programme, with the Admiralty building up fuel oil reserves while reducing other expenditures.
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Pall Mall Gazette
Winston Churchill
Admiralty
Gazette
Espionage Alleged Husband and Wife Arrested
police arrested Gould and his wife in London on espionage charges involving British naval secrets found in luggage. Officers searched their bus at Southfields and recovered incriminating documents including a memo. Mrs Gould claimed innocence and destruction of papers in Jerusalem as officers questioned the couple. Gould remained in custody facing charges at the police court.
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Gould
London
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Souddtehils
Lemon
Itaddnes
Urinsela
Matersen
Ewes
Morandne
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Howebroel
Lodar
Federal Observatory. Telegrama on Irish matter and observatory note
Fragmentary OCR text reports on a federal observatory related telegram and mentions Kelly Miner and other names, with references to March and a note about an observatory and a federal capital. Contains unreadable garble and incomplete phrases.
Peculiar Case in County Cari City Court
Jelbourne February 21. De Jind Grahsm married woman sues Eravocs Hannal Peart of South Yarra for 90 pounds damages alleging wrongful imprisonment at the Contest Methodint Mission Home. Plaintiff claims her husband confined her for eight months and police later released her after she obtained a letter, but the jury returned a verdict for the defendant.
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Cari
Eravocs Hannal’Peart
South Yarra
Mainlift
Farewell to Miss Hooley Matron of Warrnam Hospital
A farewell gathering at Warrnam Hospital honored Miss Hooley resigning after six years as Matron. The nursing staff and hospital committee praised her leadership, recalled her sympathetic care, and presented tokens of appreciation including an illuminated compliment, a silver brush set, and a framed text. The proceedings stressed the hospital’s high standards under her tenure and hoped for continued excellence in her new role.
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Matron Honours Committee and Farewell Speech
The Matron thanks the committee for harvest festival gifts and the honorary medical staff for kindness and lectures. She praises nurses and staff for their work, expresses sadness at leaving the hospital, and wishes continued loyalty from the staff to maintain the institution’s good name. An evening program followed with solos, recitations, and a social reception.
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Kiminesa
Paine
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Sydenkom
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Governor Sir Arthur Stanley Honored in Melbourne Banquet
Sir Arthur Stanley was tendered a complimentary banquet at State Parliament Hall Melbourne with Premier Scadden and Lieutenant Governor Madden present. The Governor spoke of Victoria’s politics and hoped for educational value from Victorian experiments, praising the state’s future prospects.
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Watt
John Madden
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Legislative Council
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Stanley
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Gudkehild
Victoria
Sydney Meat Strike and Rescue Drama in Bondi Beach
Reports from Sydney describe an unchanged meat strike position as Premier Tolman returns from New Zealand and calls a cabinet meeting while meat supplies arrive at high prices. Dramatic surf rescues at South Bondi unfold as a crowd helps in lifesaving efforts, with several bathers saved and one lifeguard named Harry among the rescues. The scene includes near drownings and ongoing tension as the crowd assists and authorities respond to a volatile seaside incident.
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Howl Kirke
Ware
Harding
Melbourne butchers debate weekly wage offer at Trades Hall
Workers from Melbourne butchers group meet at Trades Hall to consider a proposed weekly wage increase. A presidium and council members reject a slower pace and press for a faster resolution. Dissatisfaction arises as leaders and attendees debate the terms and method of negotiation.
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Tonmight
Exboutira Council
Mentis
Nivol
C. Caine
A. Barnes
Yn Sree
Olor
Boine
County team versus Victorian elation in cricket match
In a PMA cricket match the Country team faced a Victorian elevaton. McDonald scored 26 of the total 0. Victoria’s weighty innings featured joint stand and strong bowling, with Melbourne conditions noted. The report details how the county team fared at the junction of local districts and the week’s fixtures.
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McDonald
Victoria
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