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Newspaper
Zeehan And Dundas Herald
Location
Zeehan, Tasmania, Australia
Date
Dec 30, 1908
Page
3
A chaotic report details a student Racke at a German university killing his father at 2 am and later a brother, with seven others among German soldiers and civilians dead in pursuit. The account also mentions rugby football results and a Dublin controversy, with political insinuations surrounding a Viceroy's actions to protect Muslims.
Reports indicate rising Austro- Hungarian and Serbia strain as Italian forces move amid regional friction. The text references various nations including Austria and Germany and hints at troop movements and alliance concerns impacting peace in the Balkans.
Reported quake waves struck Messina and southern Italy near the Apennines. Casualties mount as civilians in Calabrian towns suffer damage to fortifications and bright coastal areas. Authorities warn of widespread devastation and ongoing rescue efforts.
Widespread ruin described in Messina with two thirds of the city destroyed. Reports tell of collapsed buildings and panic as citizens flee. Neapolitan ships head to Naples for relief while King Victor Emmanuel travels toward the area.
A report from Sydney says Mr Fowler, longtime dissenter in the Federal Labor Party, plans to sever allegiance and seeks other party alignment. Rumors hint Deakin’s Party interest and possible further defections, though confirmations are sparse.
The Victorian general elections saw the Bent Party routed as Labor increased its representation. Labor picks up new seats including Be Harrow Capo Beinburne with a narrow four vote margin. Minister Mr Watt won against Labor rivals in a tense race, highlighting a shift toward Labour in key districts.
A cricket match summary lists players including Clare, Dyiseill, Bardiser, Gatty, Tindewn, Kent, Parson, Hige, Roberts, Rent, Hesham, Argent and Susaehas Stelee. The report notes the match took place on a Saturday with a drawn result and mentions a neat scoreline.
The North beat New South Wales in a notable match at Hobart amid a good attendance. Key players included Westbrook Harrison Braithwaite and Elliott with several wickets and runs. Australia domestic interest focused on the match with bowling figures and individual scores highlighted.
Short, fragmented health advice questions describe symptoms of fatigue faintness poor appetite and discouraged mood. The text implies weak nerves and impure blood as causes and warns of serious illness far away.
Fragmentary OCR notes describe a Trades Hall event with reference to a proposed "Inck-cut" and a vote on wage reductions. It mentions Port Fishlo or Port Firlo men and a decision to not accept any reduction in wages.
A fragmented report lists match results and wagers with names such as Hobart, Grant, and Bignell. It records scores in old currency and notes player performances, including Humphrey Hawking and Zechin latel, amid weather mentions and event names.
Fragmentary OCR piece mentions Ayer and Berens SE with references to a new 4a and pure yeu hye. The readable lines are unclear and contain broken names and terms. No coherent events or entities beyond these ambiguities are established.
A quiet ceremony on 3rd at Williamaford united W Egerton of Rennvon Hell and Miss Letty Heron of Thome, with Rev H H Anderson officiating. The bride wore white, was given away by a male relative, and the bridesmaid Miss Again Pallon attended in crossnt silk. A dainty breakfast followed.
Hobart records show weekly duties totaling £18 10d with miscellaneous items and fees. The document outlines balances and charges including inter Bate cre and other small expenditures, totaling around £1,008 with additional minor sums.
A December report notes Carl en Maurice fined five pounds for holding a sacred concert in breach of the Act. a warrant issued for an unnamed party remained unexecuted with no payment received. Strahan Boxing Day comments reveal ratepayer complaints about holiday accommodations and weather impact. Local sports mentions cover Queenstown dances and U.A.O.D. lineup with several names cited.
A summer season at the Le Theatre featured new films and a Johnson display. Audiences enjoyed realistic scenes of a boxing exhibition and stunt work with Johnson, noted for his dramatic strength and crowd appeal.
The readable text mentions a church event in New Year mass and excursionists with beverages, but details are unclear. It references local leaders and planned activities but lacks coherent facts or names.
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