24 Aug 1917
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Newspaper
Zeehan And Dundas Herald
Location
Zeehan, Tasmania, Australia
Date
Aug 24, 1917
Page
1
J Whedon ando Co Limited sharebrokers report first representations on charge exchanges. Laurence ton and inquiries promptly attended to.
Fragmentary OCR records a garbled report about wine production, steel trades, and London Metals Exchange figures. Mentions Howth and Melbourne with scattered numbers and dates, but details are illegible and not reliably attributed. The piece appears to be a terse late 19th or early 20th century market brief without coherent events.
Quotations from the Launceston Stock Exchange show prices for Mount Farrell Lyell and Mount Bischoff related shares plus copper and extended listings. Entries include Mount Bischoff Manny and Read Reschery with paid dividends, and notes on Pioneer Royal George and Guiding Star.
The Thursday session saw the Minister of Lands move to amend the Crown Lands Act with royal assent given to related measures. Protests by Mr. Chenagin contrasted with approval of works plans and third readings. Bills discussed included Police Regulation, Public Entertainment with fee adjustments, Licensing Local Option debating closure of hotels and prohibition, and Workers’ Compensation with coverage debates and employer liability. The session, focused on liquor, compensation, and governance, adjourned after comprehensive discussion and amendments.
Legislative Council discusses a land drainage measure as tabulations of bills, readings, and formal debate appear. The fragment notes a proposed plan and its handling by the council, with attention to order and procedure.
Thornley Night notes fluctuating prices for Lyell blocks Tongkah Harbor and Crown Lyell stocks. Market bidders quoted bids of 25/0 and 4 26 for Lyell blocks while Tongkah Harbor traded around 33/9 to 36/ per share with other listings at 644 and 0 OO.
London stock market notes thin activity with quotes for British Broken Hill and Broken Hill South shares. Prices show minor movements with bids around 25/4 and 180 pence, indicating modest trading interest on a quiet Thursday.
Incomplete text notes health advice and remedies promising relief from ailments like neuralgia arthritis rheumatism headaches and nervousness. Mentions agents and medicines and appeals to residents for information or guidance.
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