A SEVERE STORM.
MUCH DAMAGE TO PROPERTY. Received April 13, 9.30 a.m. PERTH, April 13. A severe storm occurred at Onslow, 754 miles north of Fremantle, on the 6th inst. News was delayed by the interruption of the telegraphic service. The storm raged during the whole day. Much damage was done to property, including a large quantity of goods on the wharf. Two lighters, a lugger, and a cutter were driven ashore. The last named was a complete wreck. The tramway was washed away in several places. No loss of life has yet been reported, but fears are entertained for the safety of nine pearling luggers wihch put to sea the night before the storm.
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Wairarapa Age, Volume XXXII, Issue 3163, 14 April 1909, Page 5
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115A SEVERE STORM. Wairarapa Age, Volume XXXII, Issue 3163, 14 April 1909, Page 5
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