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  2. TAMWORTH ELECTION.

    The Freetrade and Liberal Association and the Labour party are actively prosecuting the campaign on behalf of their respective candidates. Mr. Walsh has not done any active work yet. but he has ...

    Article : 1,152 words
  3. THE DROUGHT.

    The fund is controlled by a committee of citizens. The honorary treasurers are Messrs. George Maiden. Frank Grimley, and J. Bandal Carey, and the houorary secretaries are Messrs. Thomas Nesbitt ...

    Article : 359 words
  4. SECOND EDITION

    The London Bank of Australia proposes to reduce its capital by £7 10s per share in order to make the fallest provision for losses of stock and depreciation. ...

    Article : 298 words
  5. THE LATE SIR HECTOR MACDONALD.

    It is stated that at Lord Roberts's suggestion King Edward specially gave an audience to Major-General Sir Hector Macdonald, and advised him to demard a court-martial. ...

    Article : 197 words
  6. ANTARCTIC EXPLORATION.

    Sir Clements Markham, the president of the Royal Geographical Society, interviewed on the reports of the expedition of the exploring steamer Discovery, ...

    Article : 108 words
  7. SPECIAL CABLES.

    There is a remarkable consensus of favourable opinion among the provincial and metropolitan districts of Ireland in regard to the new Irish Land Bill, which was introduced by ...

    Article : 151 words
  8. THE LABOUR CANDIDATE.

    Sir,—In your second editorial this morning yon write as follow:—"It is supposed that at the last moment the labour party, recognising the futility of Mr. Thrower's candidature. will cast what influeuce ...

    Article : 302 words
  9. DROUGHT BELIEF MATINEE.

    The curtain will rise at 2 o'clock to-day at the Palace Theatre, when the droll incidents of "The Grey Parrot" will be shown by the members of tha Willoughby Comedy Company. The main ...

    Article : 85 words
  10. PROCEEDS OF MADAME MELBA'S CONCERT.

    The not proceeds of Madame Melba's concert held in the Sydney Town Hall on March l8 amounted to the handsome sum of £622 18a 2d. A cheque for this amount was yesterday handed to the executive ...

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  11. LAKE BURRUMBEET DRY.

    The drought in the Ballarat district has caused Laka Burrimbeet to become almost dry, and a auisance is now being caused by the decaying cels and fish there. It is said to be half a century since ...

    Article : 179 words
  12. TRAGIC FATE OF A SEAMAN.

    A.13. Hare, of Lyttelton, one of the seamen who returned from the Discovery in the relief ship, gives an interesting account of the death of A. B. J. Vinco and his own marvellous escape. The party, under ...

    Article : 1,748 words
  13. QUEENSLAND.

    Jane Bell, of Prince Alfred Hospital, Sydney, has been appointed matron of the Bundaberg Hospital. The Mossman Sugar Mill directors have issued report on the white labour experiment, admitting ...

    Article : 72 words
  14. SUPPORT UP IRISH AMERICANS.

    All the Irish-Americans except the Clanna-Gael, which is irreconcilable, approve of the Irish Land Bill. Mr. Justice A. L. Fltzgerald, of Nevada, ...

    Article : 81 words
  15. MEETING OF GENERAL COMMITTEE.

    A meeting of the general committee of the Lord Mayor's Drought Relief Fund was held in the Town Hall yesterday afternoon. Mr. J. R. Carey presidel, and amongst those present were Miss Rose ...

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  16. WORRIED BY PRESS REPORTS.

    Major-General Sir Hector Macdonald lived very quictly while at Paris. He lounged around the hotel, and his efforts not to attract attention suggested the belief that he ...

    Article : 159 words
  17. NEW ZEALAND.

    The deatha are announced of Mr. William Booth (one of the fouuders of the Wellington Meat Expert Company, and formerly director of the Bank of New Zealand); aged 66 years, and of Mr. W. P. ...

    Article : 93 words
  18. THE QUEENSLAND CUSTOMS CASE.

    The Reid case entered on the 24th day to-day Concluding his address. Mr. Woolcock said he had shown proof of repeated prevarication in respect of speeitications in three instances, that customs ...

    Article : 931 words
  19. SILVER.

    Bar silver is quoted to-day at Is 10 7.16d per ounce standard. ...

    Article : 19 words
  20. FINANCIAL CIRCLES APPROVE.

    Financial circles in London approve of the Irish Land Bill. ...

    Article : 17 words
  21. SHOCK OF EARTHQUAKE NEAR MELBOURNE.

    A distinct shock of earthquake was felt in the eastern and southern suburbs at 20 minutes past 10 to-night. The tremor was in a northerly direction, and was sufficiently severe to throw a number of ...

    Article : 118 words
  22. LORD HAWKE'S CRICKET TEAM.

    The match Lord Hawke's team v. South Australia was began to-day at the Sturt Oval in splendid weather. There was a small attendance, warner won the toss from Hill, and took in Burnup with ...

    Article : 643 words
  23. ROYAL VISIT TO SCOTLAND.

    It is officially announced that the Duke and the Duchess of Buccleuch are handing over Dalkeith Palace to the King and the Queen on the occasion of their visit to ...

    Article : 56 words
  24. A BYE-ELECTION.

    An election for the representation of Clertsey Division of Surrey in the House of Commons, rendered vacant by the death of Mr. H. C. Leigh-Bennett ...

    Article : 70 words
  25. STATE POLITICS.

    Mr. J. H. Carruthers, M.L.A., addressing a meeting of the Liberal and Beform Association at St. James' Parish Hall last night, commented upon the recant statements of the Premier (Sir John ...

    Article : 351 words
  26. INTERMENT AT PARIS.

    In accordance with the wishes of his relatives the remains of Sir Hector Macdonald will be buried at Paris. The funeral will be of a private character. ...

    Article : 54 words
  27. THE WAR COMMISSION.

    In giving evidence before the Commission on the war in South Africa, the Marquis of Lansdowne, who was Secretary of State for War when hostilities broke ...

    Article : 133 words
  28. COMPLAINTS OF INTRIGUES.

    A brother of Sir Hector Macdonald states that the late officer complained of intrigues in Ceylon due to jealousy at his promotion. Sir Hector Macdonald, his brother affirms, ...

    Article : 69 words
  29. TACT OF THE FRENCH AUTHORITIES.

    The French authorises with great tact and good feeling decided that the death of Sir Hector Macdonald should be first announced in London. At their instance the report of ...

    Article : 51 words
  30. ARLTUNGA GOLDFIELD.

    A meeting of persons who had agreed to become members of the Mount Bartlett Syndicate formed to exploit Arltunga propeities, was held to day to pass the memorandum and articles of association. Mr. E. ...

    Article : 157 words
  31. SENSATION IN PARIS.

    The sad affair caused a profound sensation in Paris. The newspapers published sympathetic references to the deceased. ...

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  32. A RUSSIAN LOAN.

    The Brnssels correspondent of the "Standard" states that Russia is secretly negotiating with a Franco-Belgian bankers' syndicate for a Russian loan of ...

    Article : 53 words
  33. RUMOURS AND SURMISES.

    French Travellers who have returnel to Paris declare that the rumours which were current at Colombo suggest a different offence to the English surmises. ...

    Article : 31 words
  34. MINISTERIAL ADVOCACY.

    It is the intention of Ministers to make a strong fight to secura the election of Mr. Walsh for the Tamworth seat. In this they are to be assisted by several Ministerial supporters. To-morrow ...

    Article : 131 words
  35. SOUTH AFRICAN CUSTOMS UNION.

    Reuter's correspondent reafirms that the Intercolonial Conference at Bloeemfontein has agreed to a preferential reduction of 25 per cent. on the ad valorem ...

    Article : 64 words
  36. SYMPATHY AND DISTRESS.

    Letters found on the body were Bigned by prominent residents of Ceyton. The writers express sincere sympathy with Sir Hector Macdonald. ...

    Article : 47 words
  37. THE ATHENIC AT HOBART.

    The steamer Athenic, from England, brings the following passengers:- For Melbourne.—Mr. and Mrs. Paton, Mr. and Mrs. Gann, Mrs. W. Benson, ...

    Article : 55 words
  38. TOWNSVILLE CYCLONE.

    Messrs, Burns, Philp, and Co., Limited, wish us to state that the subscription list for the above fund will close to-day. Any sympathisors who have not already sent in their donation are requested to do ...

    Article : 152 words
  39. SIR FREDERICK SARGOOD'S WILL.

    The will of the late Sir Frederick Sargood has been lodged for probate. Under the will, which bears the date August 3, 1896, and a codicil, dated October 23, ...

    Article : 205 words
  40. EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE MEETING.

    The executive committee of the Lord Mayor's Drought Relief Fund met yesterday afternoon at the Town Hall prior to the rueeting of the general committee. Mr. J. B. Carey occupied the chair, and ...

    Article : 463 words
  41. MEETING OF THE LIBERAL AND REFORM ASSOCIATION.

    At a meeting of the council of the Liberal and Reform Association held at St. James' Hall, Phillipstreet, last night, Mr. J. H. Carruthers, M.L.A., who presided, referred to the present contest at ...

    Article : 193 words
  42. THE UNITED STATES.

    Mr. Smalley, the New York correspondent of the "Times," reports that the Cabinet advised President Roosevelt to decline the invitation of the German ...

    Article : 92 words
  43. BROKEN HILL WATER SUPPLY.

    The news published in the "Burner Miner" this morning that owing to the Crown Solicitor's opinion the Government had decided not to go on with the Uinberumberks water scheme cauaed great surprise and ...

    Article : 82 words
  44. THE UNIVERSITY BOAT RACE.

    For the Oxford and Cambridge University boat race, Cambridge has discarded the short boat presented by Mr. S. Gollan, and has resume the use of the boat in which the erew ...

    Article : 59 words
  45. DARING ROBBERY AT EAST MAITLAND.

    A daring Tobbery and assault were committed at Victoria-street Railway Station, East Maitland, this morning." After the 10.40 train had left for ...

    Article : 129 words
  46. TYPHOID FEVER.

    Twenty-two patients have been discharged from the hospital since Saturday, and there were three admissions. There are 46 now remaining in the hospital. Three fresh cases were reported during the week. All ...

    Article : 43 words
  47. GENERAL CABLE NEWS.

    The Right Rev. Dr. Neligan, the new Bishop of Auckland, has been presented by his parishioners with an address and cheque for £750 and an episcopal ring. ...

    Article : 179 words
  48. RAIN IN QUEENSLAND.

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  49. LIBERAL AND REFORM ASSOCIATION.

    At a meeting of the council of the Liberal and Beform Association held last evening the question of consolidating the female votes was discussed, and it was agreed to hold a preliminary conference with ...

    Article : 176 words
  50. A MAIL CONTRACT RELINQUISHED.

    The, contractor for the Tocumwal to Corowa mail sorvice has notified the postmaster at the former place of his inability to carry on the contract. Yesterday the ...

    Article : 93 words
  51. REPATRIATION OF KANAKAS.

    The Earl of Onslow, the Parliamentary Under-Secretary for the Colonies, replying in the House of Lords to a question by Lord Lamington, said that the ...

    Article : 127 words
  52. PARLIAMENTARY REFORM IN VICTORIA.

    The Constitution Reform Bill as amended at the conference of managers of the Council and Assembly will be circulated to-monow. The bill is now in possession ...

    Article : 117 words
  53. Advertising

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  54. FEDERAL CAPITAL SITE COMMISSION.

    Mr. Stewart, a member of the Federal Capital Site Commission, accompanied by Mr. Pridham, surveyor for the water supply, and Mr. Lindon Biddulph, ...

    Article : 77 words
  55. THE TAXPAYERS' UNION.

    Sir,—Taking into consideration the very large amount of interest now centred in the Tamworth election, eapecially by the People's Reform League, Liberal and Reform Association, and the labour ...

    Article : 150 words
  56. ASSISTANCE FROM CANTERBURY.

    For the purpose of assisting the drought fund a nevel conteat in the shape of a competition between two phonographs, munipalated by Mr. G. Bennett, of Canterbury, and Mr. F. Hebblewhite, of Belmore, ...

    Article : 113 words
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