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Newspaper
Geraldton Express
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Apr 19, 1909
Page
4
The liver processes digested nutrients and detoxifies blood, forming bile and urea. A disorderly liver leads to headaches weakness anemia and jaundice, with Warner's Safe Cure marketed as a remedy. the advertisement promotes pills and a combination product sold by Warner's and Co Limited.
Letters from Lennonville residents detail alleged duplicity by the Mines Administrator and delays in mill repairs. The correspondence cites boiler faults, false lease claims, and ministerial promises followed by inaction as evidence fueling public frustration over ore processing and rail repairs. The Prospectors’ Association presses for timely action and accountability.
A letter from Nicholls voices strong community opposition to a proposed seven mile tram line citing heavy costs and contested planning. The author questions Minister Gregory’s motives and urges restraint while praising local storekeepers for backing residents.
A fragmented note from Fes references a late government analyst and mentions high quality items described as No.1 Grade, with unclear context and names partially legible. The readable parts hint at a delayed or missing official assessment tied to quality grading.
A fragmented report from Melas Bustos recalls a deadly incident near Webb’s Suding and Railway Well. Fire, explosions, and escapes followed a collapse and gunfire amid a fearsome scene with men, women, and children fleeing.
Our correspondent reports heavy rainfall causing travel disruption near Lawlers on Tuesday and early Wednesday with up to an inch in half an hour. Mentions of arrests, deserters, and a new Federation law reach distant outposts, with emphasis on law enforcement and reform.
A cryptic correspondent describes a recent match at Mullewa with unclear details and garbled names. The brief notes reference teams or players as ahave beams and Firsh Tunings, leaving the outcome and exact participants unreadable.
Nominations listed for the Walkaway Tort Club annual meeting on Friday next. Names include Flying Handicap and multiple candidates such as Yoris Hawieet Drie Lally Foote Wattowrhon Aivalat Pevhaye Magthawey Spar Abiefas Dannon Wathine Pilkington Farrell Lyneh OConor Thompson Webber Pri Habart and others. The Creole Handicap section also appears with additional names and a Park location in WAC RAVE.
Partial OCR listing shows scattered names and times for a sports or event panel. Key figures include J. Pergubn, Watkins, O’Couggr, Thomison, and Webber with times around 28, 35. Located in a US newspaper sports section likely detailing results or heat draws with inconsistent typography.
A tributed farewell notes Pindar leaving with best wishes for future prosperity and a description of his many talents. The message highlights his sportsmanship and popularity, praising his cricket skills, good humor, and all round athletic ability. Residents recall his steady presence and supportive character.
Terth April 17 the Belmont Park Race Club hosted an afternoon meeting with a good turnout and fine weather. Results include the Hurdle Race to Chimer and Red Collar placing, First Class Plate won by Chester Belie with Sample in second, Second Class Plate listing several entries, Belmont Handicap noting Providence Pearl Maiden and other runners, and Welter Handicap where Chester Belle claimed victory amid betting odds.
The AY C Autumn Meeting closed in fine weather before a large crowd. Hoax won the Rous Handicap with Five Crown second and Black Buck third. Blue Garments led Pine Garmente to place. Kuala Lumper took the Steeplechase with Posthoy second and Kynist third. Lord Nolan won the Flat after Trafalern, Neith and others for a four lengths lead. Lautoka topped the Nursery Handicap and Bau Bea led Vinal Handicap among other results.
Fragmentary sports score snippet lists names Total et Bowling for 2h Pa Hence for 22 Sear for tu Donaldson L for 15 Webber 2 for 1.9. Context unclear but appears to be player scoring figures from a game or meet.
A decipherable cricket report notes Mingenew beat the local team at Queens Park Geraldton last Saturday. Key scorers include Stokigs Harrib and Harvie with multiple players contributing, while Overton and Stoker feature in fielding and batting highlights.
A list of names appears under Victoria Magistrate positions, including A. Mearloweratt Joshua Mills W. B. Mitchell 1. S. Moore W. Moore F. Morrell 1 Morrell LS. Oliver Pass Pope FE. Sewell . Ge Siaith T. Stansfiel UK Bartlett Mow A. Brown M. Brown nW. Clarkson. A. Cornish A. Davidson E. Davis Delmage. G. Hamerstey Tamerstey R. Hi. Holmes RD. Tutchinson F. Lacey . McPherson
The fragmented OCR lists candidates F Atkins A Beaton RW Fremtin Hearn O McKenna T Pigeon T 3 Ryan Ol Sharpe and Ro Ges RM Win Tose T AL Kida Burges Sete Purges as participants for the state level.
A garbled segment lists names such as A W Pu Boulay and S R L Elliott De Hungerford Tre Vomtt Sir Flew Wittenoom Mitehel Mitehell Sot Philfips, creating a puzzling roster of individuals without clear context or event. The fragment hints at a historical or ceremonial page, though specifics remain unreadable.
M Spence of the Miners Arms Northamstown has taken over the New Us to date and commodious Hotel at Gingin near the railway station. He offers meals during day trains and special catering for travelers. Gingin as a health resort will be promoted with attention to comfort and convenience. Please call and visit.
The text argues that success comes from advertising rather than skill alone. It emphasizes persistent promotion, noting many talented individuals miss rewards if they fail to advertise. It uses playful, archaic diction to urge continual visibility and persistence in marketing efforts.
The Administratrix Elizabeth Sims of Northampton invites all creditors and others with claims against the estate of Humphrey James Sims to send details to Willem Sucas Railway Hotel Northampton by April 1, 1909. After that date the assets will be distributed among those who have proven claims. Dated February 20, 1900.
The notice markets an art union in Melbourne with £1000 top prizes and 97 other prizes totaling £100. It promises winners receive prizes free of charges and lists purchase options, deadlines, and local agents. Tickets cost 22 for £1 or 1s each, with draws by 10 May 1909.
Sitors to Perth may buy copies of the Express at Albert's News Agency Central Arcade between Wellington and Murray Streets near the Railway Station and also from Mr Patterson P C Bookstall.
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