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Newspaper
Zeehan And Dundas Herald
Location
Zeehan, Tasmania, Australia
Date
Aug 24, 1908
Page
3
Amid a Friday labor action, Manchester cotton dines vote a 6 percent wage reduction and threaten a lockout if the cut is not accepted. The notice comes alongside overseas reports of Turkish reform efforts and other global events.
A fragmentary foreign dispatch outlines divergent views on a visiting fleet and its potential impact on the Australia Britain Japan triangle. The New York Sun warns of a sea corridor to America, while The Telegraph notes Britain’s stake in Asia and Australia’s role in supporting the Royal Navy. The Times calls for abolition of slavery and forced labor as a prerequisite for broader cooperation. George’s German trip details are also touched, with pension policy inquiries reported.
Melbourne Saturday summary from the Poth Department notes appointments and posts in Hobart and Queensland, including crusty officials and postal changes. An elderly woman is violently assaulted in Melbourne, with the assailant described as a married man aged 0 years, leading to police involvement.
Report of a violent attack on an elderly man occurring between 9 and 3 near Beadle Park. Two suspects, described as men, used a sling shot and brick fragments to strike the victim in the head and face. Investigation ongoing.
In a concise report from Wew South Wales a man’s health draws concern as a feverish condition is confirmed. The brief item notes the patient, identified as a local resident, lacks additional details or context.
Fragmentary OCR notes allege a premier and government figures clashing over leadership and policy while regional tensions and financial figures surface. The text references Western Australia, Meltonenne, Hector Sant Vig, and a disputed end date.
A South Australian team hosted a Tasmanian side in a spirited exhibition match. Zechariah Football Association president A J Epaiewend attended as spectators observed, with Lyell and Gowhan leading early, and New South Seek keeping pace. Final score favored Lyell by 22 points as both teams displayed uneven form and early-season jitters.
Fragmentary report cites forward scoring four goals and team dynamics, naming Bruce Carter as captain and references to Brice Carter and Luverne. Mentions a 29 win tally and a hard fought game against an unspecified opponent with hopes for a place in seniors.
A garbled report on a football carnival notes heavy rain and muddy ground affecting matches. It highlights Tasmania, Western Australia, and New South Wales teams, with West Australia defeating both South Australia and others, and references players such as Booth Gingas Conk Murray and Hale. The piece praises Western Australia for their controlled play despite conditions and mentions a planned match between South Australia and West Australia that delivered a strong performance.
The football event controlled by the association ran Friday evening with FootERRay defeating Willis to lead, while Hronswick triumphed over Easendon with a five to seven goal tally, revealing the night’s results and standings.
The Williamstown Hack amateur event drew good attendance as horses and riders competed in several races. Caits included the 2 mile event won by Tantalla by four lengths with Tantalla clocking 1.7, and other placings noted for Citharea and Norbert. The day also featured a notable death in public life as W. J. Crick, Minister for Lands in the Tweed and Lee Governments, died aged and agedly, remembered as a prominent figure and sport horse owner.
A mangled OCR page lists quotes, prices, and names from Melbourne and London markets. It mentions Fortunes, Tasmanian copper, Mount Cleveland, Mount Cameron, Mountelaod and other places, with scattered figures and trader names, including Crown Lyell extensions and various brokers.
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