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Newspaper
Geraldton Express
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Apr 18, 1913
Page
3
A chaotic column reports on Geraldton council activities, a court appearance for William Henry Koepper, and obituaries including Mrs Catherine Truman. Shipping and wheat export updates from Geraldton note coal deliveries, forecast harvests, and local transport movements. Community events include a St Catherine's Hall adjourned meeting, a memorial for departed locals, and a Norwich-style presentation at the Drukts lodge.
The final bowls match pits Flagel daub the last year's champion against Jobmatone this year's titleholder for the Cileon Trophy, with Flagel daub winning 31 to 25. The Harrison Trophy will be contested next, while dates for upcoming rounds are to be shared with committees.
Local store offers a selection of quilts towels pillow slips and linens under the Red House banner. Advertised products include blankets and household fabrics aimed at homemakers.
Youth and td Aga opt for young and old in a renerty. The fragment hints at a medical remedy or public notice but details are unclear. Names and places are unreadable, with garbled OCR.
Scotland Yard detectives reported on Tuesday night they believe missing millionaire Joseph Marlin may have boarded the steamer Wiltshire at Walmer Castle docks and traveled toward South Ampton. Wiltshire noted a girl from America who said she would meet a friend aboard the ship, while a previous interview hinted at her plans to join a private party. The Walmer Castle had just passed Madeira.
London April 21 Barry agrees to row Pearce for the English and world titles. The race is set for July 21 with Pearce already depositing £50. Barry promises to refund if defeated in Australia and mentions £16 of party tax. Awaiting further details on Mokau voyage.
The Daily Mail notes the Western Australian Loan prospectus as attractive with no payments due from application to April 5, following stock exchange settlement. The Financial Times calls the stock an excellent investment for those seeking a stable position without price fluctuations or worrying equations.
A London report states that two million pounds has been underwritten at 98 188 with 4 percent interest. The security is redeemable in 1962 and three months interest is due on July 1. The article combines fragmented dates and figures from a West Australian context.
A garbled dispatch notes the Pope in a sinking condition amid illness relapse. A Japanese sailor Toshimang Wantanabe deserted from Hakushike and a capture of Flo yesterday afternoon leads to detainment. The incidents are tied to illegal immigration charges and a police remand scheduled for tomorrow.
A Sydney woman's story touts Dr Morse's Indian Root Pills as a cure for weakness, bilious attacks, and constipation. She credits renewed health to the remedy, claiming life and strength were restored after long illness. The piece promotes the product and its publisher.
An OCR damaged note promotes Bonningtons as relief for winter illnesses affecting both adults and children. Claims include relief from colds bronchitis and various respiratory symptoms with references to Wolfa Hounapps and odd phrasing. The fragment shows promotional language rather than a clear factual report.
At a Clerks Union meeting in April 7 the barrier labor federation was urged to seek a wage board under an Act of Parliament to settle disputes. Officials plan to exchange compents at shops. The proposed distribution base includes 15s weekly for a single wage earner and 6s for each child with a wife.
Melbourne report notes yesterday's match results with Williams scoring 18 895 and Lindrum 19 183 in the end totals. The fragment references INDREM and LMS teams and a smatsh spelling variant in the scoreline.
The We the erance Fire Brigade held a Town Hall social celebrating their recente Fremantle demonstration success. About 200 persons attended the event with models shown by firemen. Mayor Dingerford praised the brigade for unpaid service while the WA Fire Brigade Board reported around £160 per annum from the Cornwall iron. Capt. Lowe and Instructor J. Hickey were honored with further presentations as the crowd enjoyed refreshments and dancing into the night.
A local court discharged a defendant in a turkey theft case after evidence failed to prove ownership. Prosecution and defense debated the sale as a mutual arrangement, with the judge noting insufficient proof of ownership while acknowledging possible ownership. The bench suggested a sharing arrangement might be possible if ownership could be established.
A brief health product note touts a throat and voice soothing remedy marketed for irritation and discomfort. It highlights claimed soothing properties and suitability for daily use, with emphasis on relief for irritated throats and vocal strain. The ad language targets general readers seeking fast, gentle relief.
A large attendance at the Fire Brigade Football Club meeting in Weld at the Gerablion Hotel discussed spare balls and season support. A selection committee was formed with O Wilkins Todd and Harrison, trainee appointments considered, petty cash approved, and new players registered for the season.
The chairman praised J. Ramshaw for his service and announced a traveling bag as a gift.Ramshaw thanked the club, stated he would not be surprised if he failed to obtain what he wanted, and pledged to assist his old club as possible. The event closed with applause and a church notices follow.
At a council meeting the mayor proposed a loan to fund road construction, promenade repairs, gas plant additions, and a public works program. A representative outlined potential projects including roads, footpaths, public baths with cubicles, fencing, wells, and a small park. Residents would approve borrowing limits, with plans for a motor bus service and tram groundwork to follow.
Readable fragments discuss state sovereignty versus central authority, with references to referendums, universal suffrage, and the role of a Federal Parliament. The text argues for local assemblies and potential limits on federal power, noting concerns about corruption and representation.
In Mingenew on April 16 the Agricultural Committee proposed relief measures alongside fare hikes to cover costs. The plan aims to protect train service while addressing seating comfort and passenger impact amid ongoing railway disruptions and timetable changes.
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