The death is announced of Field-Marshal Count Joseph Vassilyevich Gourke, the celebrated Russian general. [Count Gourko, one of the most ...
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Article : 23 wordsSir George Turner cordially approves of the setting apart of Victoria Day on May 24 as a national holiday for all time. ...
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Article : 109 wordsFebruary 11 is to be observed as Foundation Day, and the postponed A.N.A. fete will be held on that date. ...
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Article : 108 wordsMr. Seddon leaves for Sydney by to morrow's express. He sails for New Zealand by the Monowai on Saturday. ...
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The Inquirer and Commercial News (Perth, WA : 1855 - 1901), Fri 1 Feb 1901, Page 9
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