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Newspaper
Geraldton Express
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Apr 19, 1909
Page
3
A reader named Moonshine responds to a prior Northampton letter about a police court case dated April 1. The writer defends defending a lady from gossip, teases Sunshine, and questions the accuracy of a published report. Moonshine references witnesses and an army of defenders, signaling ongoing local dispute.
A distressed letter addressed to the Northampton Heads Board discusses fence relocation near Chille-Mony, eradicating poison plants along Lynton to Northampton, and water supply issues for traveling stock. It argues that Lynton is coastal with limited westward land and laments long government reserve control.
In your issue of the 16th inst there are two corrections to Mr Cresswell’s remarks. He did not say Jack Hall could locate a railway man who absented himself. He stated that Jack Hall could locate a man who left the service without his money. Also, Mr Mitchelay did not present an empty purse but a massive gold double Albert and locket engraved, with a reticule handed to Mr Hall for his wife. J B Edwards, Hon. Sec. Pres. Compulter
A brief note references criticisms in a recent hearing involving nineteen mile litigants. The item notes a discussion of the case and its handling, signaling ongoing public interest and debate surrounding the judgment and its implications. Further specifics from the report are not provided in the fragment.
Fragmentary OCR text mentions names and terms without clear event or context. It appears to reference people and places out of full sentences, lacking a coherent report of a news item or outcome.
Saturday afternoon a gathering of the Cojpitey Chi bade farewell to Mr. and Mrs Hive Why Dawe Aone Sue 18, soon to depart for Broome. A ten minute tournament awarded a large bow of chocolates to the high scorer, Mr. Minzsins, who led with fourteen points alongside Miss Totland. Mr. Austins congratulated the couple on their voyage and new home, noting long friendships formed in Geraldton.
A fragment from a local legal hearing shows references to correspondents Moonshine and Dodger and others Sunshine and Taylor. The witness statements discuss insults and misused names, with Mrs Jackson’s testimony cited and considerations of who wrote letters to the press. OBSERVER, WEHIS SIDING. OLD AGE PENSIONS. OFFICERS TO INFORM. A SUGGESTION to the Pastor mentions Samuel Mitchell of Northampton as a potential pension appointee candidate.
A chaotic telegram from Queensland describes a dramatic incident involving a man named Pring, his wife Hickson and others. It details a shooting, a planted poison, and a series of escapes and arrests amid a tense prison breakout scenario.
The obituary notes the death of Mr Jown Saunders after an illness in Meaty district. It mentions his widow, many relatives, and his role as a community setter. Funeral rites occurred last Wednesday at the Toman Catholic Cemetery Kartakat with pallbearers listed and wreaths sent.
Fragmentary report outlines perceived issues in a legal matter involving Mr Fisher and others. It references defense officials and a proposed legal route, noting disputes over procedure and the shortest path to a verdict. Names and clear facts are obscured by garbled text.
An obituary from Sydney, Australia notes the death of a local resident after a hemorrhage. It mentions the person was admitted to hospital and passed away after a period of illness with family and community responses recorded, reflecting the era’s mourning customs and public notices.
Reports from Greenough areas describe Mr Wm Martie hosting at Marine Terrace and closures of local clubs. A lighthouse incident disabled a launch with its crew rescued by the Storm King while a propeller remains unrecovered. Public notices mention a dance at Town Hall after the performance Blow for Blow and plans for future events.
A biograph film event at Newtown drew children and families as a fire broke out during a viewing. Panicked escape followed with several kids helped away while onlookers watched the flames and smoke drift over the theater.
The rights of the publican's ad fresh hawat booth at Iran tow were sold at auction by Mr LL Os Mactensie this morning. The former rights were held by Mr Entert Wallace of the Shamene Hotel for £10 with the rent period, and the latter by Mr F Hoombe of the Guem's Hotel for £258.
Cryptic telegram style report on inter-state cricket with scattered names and places. Mentions Wagin and Freug Cram in a fractured account, referencing matches and players in a late night sequence with unclear outcomes.
An article fragments a harrow escape and interstate crash involving unnamed occupants and witnesses. It mentions a derailed vehicle after colliding at an intersection, with police or guards noting injuries and ongoing investigations. The content also references cricket commentary and weather notes from Australia, including West and South Australia regions.
The Peyth Linehy Clun's Gaal arctica season was won by Tessie for Sweet Nell and Eva. Kings Pity Champions, Weorth Moulay Kines ark Nao Ord Taga Sle Wiaca. Chavon Pairs Parkes with meager 2) peal Corpacilor and Milne.
Perth Monday reports ministerial arrangements for a northern tour with officials including Walneselay, Fulwerwadt, Osborne, Lek, and Pennefather. They plan to depart by special transport after noon for Geraldton and travel up by the Koomiana, with likely ministerial accompaniment.
Fragmentary note reports a court proceeding today involving Smith and alleged algaing memes and howls from Vic Lintimeston at William Stevet with a cheque and a page. The journal mentions a period court action on an unspecified hag liber.
Disjointed report notes preparations and ministerial discussions on national estate development. Professor Low dies and assumes treasury tasks linked to agricultural strategy while ministries debate coordinated responses and potential joint responsibilities to ease cross department questions.
Large attendance at Friday sale with fruit and poultry selling briskly and prices better than two weeks prior. Apples fall short of normal due to heat. two draught horses sold for Geraldton Moulitia. Saturday shows strong demand for spinach beets pumpkins pears and grapes. Walkaway races list incomplete with Grenough Handicap and Mauna Loa event omitted from page four.
Trucks carried dhal and wheat and oats catalogued amid rising prices. Wheat was sold close to par, with some stock passed in. Dhal and oats saw limited selling, with prices fluctuating and several lots withdrawn or unclear.
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