The heat yesterday was of an exceedingly sultry and oppressive character. There was no wind or sun to speak of, but just a heavy, humid atmosphere, making activity a burden and ...
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Article : 60 wordsrespect the autonomous rights of the weaker nation in the Transvaal. ...
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Detailed lists, results, guides : 47 wordsThe steamer Yarrawonga, which left Adelaide 29th November with 300 sheep, has-landed 290 of them alive. LONDON, 10TH JANUARY, 11.10 A.M. ...
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The Age (Melbourne, Vic. : 1854 - 1954), Sat 11 Jan 1896, Page 7
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