19 Aug 1918
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Newspaper
Zeehan And Dundas Herald
Location
Zeehan, Tasmania, Australia
Date
Aug 19, 1918
Page
1
Fragmentary OCR text references MINING CO LIMITED and names such as Andrew's Chambers and Weedon Co. plus individuals including Mr A D Bliga and Mr Goldamah. The passage is garbled with stray words like Telegrams and Sal, offering no coherent event, date, or outcome to summarize into a full news item.
In June and August market chatter, metals cargoes and futures held mixed notes as Chinese shipments wavered. London spot quotes and New York activity point to tentative strength, with Standard and iron ore contracts, while prices for lead, tin, and copper show cautious firmness amid uncertain demand.
The report lists multiple handicaps and races with winners and betting odds. Names such as Private Girne, King’s Treasure, and Pistolier appear, along with dividends like 9/18 and 8/10. The fragmented OCR references August events, Adelaide connections, and a meeting at Flemington with results and payouts.
A garbled note describes tax official terms with references to Deputy, Hobart office, and Police Commissioner duties. It mentions a Crary person and a suspect reference to the Office of Taare, with unclear payment details and penalties.
Quotations from Mount Lyell Teel Blocks and Rosbery on Mount Cuthbert indicate activity in the Stoge and share market. Prices listed include Mount Lyell at 90s 6d, Teel Blocks at 11d, and Rosbery movement seen toward London.
Results from Warwick show betting odds for several races led by the Hurdle Race won at 3 to 1. Divine and Pontoon Malted posted notable margins while juvenile and farm stakes events featured tight finishes. Local racing figures and trainers were highlighted amid ongoing interlude of card events and trophy presentations.
The Sebunias afternoon meet under fine weather featured the Jardine's Trophy rifle match. Competitors listed include L Bath and R Roberts among others, with scores and placements recorded though several entries are unclear due to OCR errors.
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