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Newspaper
Geraldton Express
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Apr 17, 1918
Page
4
A reader letter from Dr. D Tudthwick of Volinathly comments on a claimed new remedy for ant noises and suggests trying a forthcoming product. The note references a money order request and lists multiple 19th century place names and individuals as sources or sellers in the discussion.
H. Wise and Co publish Wise's Ra Post Office Directory covering the whole state from North to South. It includes street directories for Perth Fremantle Boulder Claremont and many towns with an alphabetic statewide directory and a trades directory. Publishers also release directories for other states and New Zealand claiming vast distribution and advertising value.
In Western Australia Mrs Ed Marsh of Alicoatrest Geraldton reports her family benefited from Doan's Backache Kidney Pills. After kidney trouble caused back pain, dropsy and fatigue, twelve bottles cured the ailment. The pills are sold by chemists and storekeepers at 15/1 a bottle, with order via Youter McCivian Co 313 Murray Street Port.
At the central Police Court Sea nes on Thursday several defendants faced charges under the War Profiteering Act for selling commodities at prices higher than claimed. The Crown urged heavy penalties, with Mr Wath gate for the Commonwealth arguing profiteering harms the public and fair government. Wines priced from £5 to £1 were cited as examples in the proceedings.
A fatal motor accident occurred near Avoca on a Saturday. Albert Edward Whately and his wife with two children Myrtie and Cimond, plus Mixa Daley Hine, were en route to Swan Ju. The car toppled after a steering mishap and wheel failure. Myrtie died instantly, Winn sustained serious injuries and was taken to Maryborough Hospital. The others escaped.
A Melbourne report from April 14 outlines a proposed Commonwealth scheme to assist tanners facing surplus stock due to export embargoes. It calls for state advisory committees, insurance, safe storage, and leather advances with capped value and 5 percent interest, plus prioritized shipments and a 1 percent lower requested advance rate.
Presentation Convent Greenough will open in January 1918 for boys. Conducted by Presentation nuns, it offers a broad Christian education with a commercial class including shorthand typewriting bookkeeping and business methods. Music and exams with Trinity London and W.A. University are planned. Contact the superior at Presentation Convent, Greenough.
A quirky note proclaims SQUIRT as the king of drinks served with ilmost Ouro and Attention at the VIG. Mentions Alwaru Fresh and Cool as part of the context.
Commonwealth Bank announces general banking services across principal Australian cities and London with savings deposits, letters of credit, drafts on foreign places, and interest at five percent per annum. Branches and agencies extend to over 3,700 post offices in Australia and Pacific regions. James Kell and Denison Miller credited as senior officials.
In Melbourne on April 10 the House of Representatives heard persistent criticism of Senator Pearce and the Defence Department. Mc Fowler condemned leadership and administration, citing maladministration, lack of energy, and poor supervision of stores for the Expeditionary Forces. Critics urged ministerial change, noting delays, bungling, and the front’s complaints as the Government faced pressure over the Board of Inquiry revelations and ongoing Naval and Defence affairs.
In busy railway areas, signal cabins host signalmen who while on duty slip into various side pursuits. Some craft bird cages, design signs, or compose stories for publications. Others read, tutor, or enjoy pets at the cabin. One tale recalls a signalman secretly shadow boxing until an inspector, startled, rushes in.
In a playful dialogue set among a cluttered desk and a stern chief, Auntie prays for Chopin practice and Homer translation while the aged book-teacher negotiates a fine of half an acre in exchange for silence from his wife. The scene blends wit and scholarly banter with domestic consequences.
The Express lauds Exranas for years of advocacy that opened Crown Lands to unfettered selection, arguing the district holds mineral wealth and past undervalued potential. It recalls past battles with vested interests and vows continued reporting and expansion of its literary staff to meet the moment.
The Express warns readers it cannot grant long credit as paper costs rise and will prune accounts ruthlessly. Unpaid names will be removed quarterly, with a sharper approach than before to enforce payments.
The Country Correspondence invites letters on developments in our industries and public questions, urging fair, non offensive content. Real names must be supplied but may be withheld if requested, with precautions to protect anonymity.
Advertise in the Geraldton Express to harness its proven popularity and stability since 1878. The paper offers fired but reasonable rates, with regular ads expected to boost trade. agents listed across regional towns assist distribution.
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