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Northern Rivers · Politics & elections

Politics & elections, 1913

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State Elections

Northern Star · Tuesday 1 April 1913 · page 5

Mr. W. T.. Missingham addressed a large and enthusiastic meeting at Rosebank on Saturday night, the hall being well filled. Councillor Elliott occupied the chair, and…

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The State Elections. Sydney

Northern Star · Wednesday 2 April 1913 · page 5

According to a statement made by Hon. E. Flowers the general election will take place in October…

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Federal Elections. Mr Massy Greene at Jiggi

Northern Star · Wednesday 2 April 1913 · page 5

Last night Mr. Greene addressed a thoroughly representative meeting at Jiggi. He was very well received, and is certain of a large measure of support in this district…

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State Elections. Mr. J. H. Frith's Electioneering Campaign

Northern Star · Thursday 3 April 1913 · page 4

On Wednesday, 26th March, Mr. Frith[?] spoke at The Channon to a representative number of farmers. Mr. James occupied the chair, and throught the meeting…

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The Parliamentary Candidate

The Richmond River Herald and Northern Districts Advertiser · Friday 4 April 1913 · page 2

A cynical western poet twangs the lyre:— "Father, who travels the roads so late?" "Hush, my child, 'tis tho candidate;"…

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State Elections

Northern Star · Friday 4 April 1913 · page 4

In Mr. W. T. Missingham's itinerary a slight alteration has been made. On the 10th instant he is to speak at German Greek at 1.30 p.m. instead of the hour…

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Open Column. (This column being open for the expression of different opinions on public matters, they are to be considered as those of correspondents, and not necessarily endorsed by us. Communications must be written in in[?] only.) Selecting a Liberal Candidate. (To the Editor.)

Northern Star · Friday 4 April 1913 · page 7

Sir.— It would be interesting, at this time of selction of a candidate to stand for the Liberal cause at the forthcoming election, to know what is believed to be…

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The Federal Fray. Pinning Down Candidates

Northern Star · Saturday 5 April 1913 · page 2

At a special meeting of the Executive of the Free Trade and Land Values League held last week it was unanimously decided that the secretary should write to all…

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State Elections. Mr. Geo. Nesbitt's Candidature

Northern Star · Saturday 5 April 1913 · page 6

Mr. Nesbitt continued his campaign during the week and he certainly has no cause to complain of any lack of encouragement. At Coorabell on Thursday night…

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Water Hyacinth. the Shires Deputution. A. Complaisant Minister. Will Endeavour to Meet All Requests. Bill Ready for Parliament Sydney

Northern Star · Monday 7 April 1913 · page 5

A large deputation representing the North Coast Shire Councils, accompanied by Mr. McFarlane, M.L.A., waited upon the Minister of Lands and Agriculture, Mr…

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State Elections. Mr. Frith at Pearce's Creek

Northern Star · Monday 7 April 1913 · page 4

Mr. J. H. Frith spoke at Pearce's Creek on Friday evening to an enthusiastic and representative meeting. His uddress lasted an hour and forty minutes, during which…

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Federal Elections

The Richmond River Herald and Northern Districts Advertiser · Tuesday 8 April 1913 · page 4

At a special meeting of the Executive of the Free Trade and Land Values League held last week it was unanimously decided that the Secretary should write…

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State Elections. Mr. Missengham's Candidature

Northern Star · Tuesday 8 April 1913 · page 4

Mr. Missingham addressed the elecltors of Coorabell on Friday, when Mr. Doyle, president of the local branch of the Liberal League, presided over a very fine…

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Open Column. (This column being open for the 'expression of different opinions on public matters, they are to be considered as those of correspondents, and not necessarily endorsed by us. Communications must be written in ink only.) Selection of Candidate

Northern Star · Wednesday 9 April 1913 · page 8

Sir,—I notice a paragraph in the "Star" of to-day, having reference to the selection of a Parliamentary candidate from among the three gentlemen offering by the…

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State Elections. Mr. Geo. Nesbitts Candidature

Northern Star · Thursday 10 April 1913 · page 5

On Tuesday night Mr. Geo. Nesbitt visited Dungarubba, where be addressed a fairly well attended meeting, notwithstanding the very unfavorable weather. Mr…

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Chinese Elections. Government Majority Assured. Peking

Northern Star · Thursday 10 April 1913 · page 5

Six hundred Senators have arrived for the inauguration of the Chinese Parliament. The Government's majority at the elections is practically assured. The…

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Open Column. (This column being open for the expression of different opinions on public matters, they are to be considered as those of correspondents, and not necessarily endorsed by us. Communications must be written in ink only.) Selection of Candidate. (To the Editor.)

Northern Star · Friday 11 April 1913 · page 8

Sir,—I would like, through your columns, to let Mr. Missingham and others interested know that the meeting of the District (Electorate) Council of the Farmers and…

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State Elections. Lismore Liberal League

Northern Star · Friday 11 April 1913 · page 8

A meeting of the Lismore Branch of the Liberal League was held in Messrs. Virtue, Noble, and Co.'s office last night, when there were present Messrs. Geo. T…

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The Federal Fray. Labour Candidates at Grafton. Grafton

Northern Star · Saturday 12 April 1913 · page 12

Messrs. D. Willson, Labour candidate for the Semite and C. Hogan, Labour candidate for the Cowper seat in the House of Representatives opened their electoral…

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State Elections. Mr. Frith's Candidature

Northern Star · Saturday 12 April 1913 · page 12

Mr. Frith's meetings at Wollongbar on Wednesday and Konorigan on Thursday were spoilt by the rain, but he will speak at Meerschaum Vale to-night, weather…

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