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Newspaper
Geraldton Express
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Apr 21, 1911
Page
3
A public notice extols Cuticura Soap and Cuticura Ointment as effective emollients for itchy scalp conditions, blackheads, rashes, and eczema. Advertises these products as pure, sweet smelling, and suitable for infants, children, and adults, urging trial for relief.
In the past month a large quantity of goods was forwarded from the railway station by Mr. The Rve to The Gokigehin.i Joe Stones reports a dimpened period last three weeks with war pleared Wa state showing no animal deaths from strangles. The Roads Board bought pine trees from Perth for roadside planting near the Tank but none yet waking the highway. Pepper verses and plates along the road near Walkaway would aid the narrations, while Mr. Hackett recently sent a vine to Peett and Ted is noted as usually in harness.
Northmpton residents attended a meeting at Mechanics Hall to hear Attorney General Nannon speak on two referendums. The speaker presented a biased moment question, with the negative side led by Nanson, who urged a decisive No. The Roads Board chairman was absent, and Mr Mitchell and Cummins Nain spoke briefly as the meeting adjourned. The weather remained cold with 10 degrees in the shade.
Fragmented report outlines Sheffield Handicap 120 yards heats with competitors including J Duplex Peter Morrissey and T Shaw. Mentions final outcomes, open sandic events, tossing weights, and assorted committee notes with routine attendance and ceremonial remarks.
A brief note from Letderville Fire Brigade and Khaw Grounds committee expresses gratitude to officers, firemen, and volunteers for assisting during the event. It acknowledges hospitality from local residents and visitors, and thanks O Neil Lane and others for support during a short stay.
A protest letter from RATEPAYER, GevalHon dated April 1 argues streets were flooded and crews withdrawn during a timely demonstration. It claims authorities failed to keep roads clean and calls for action ahead of an upcoming civic event.
Cricket match at Nabawah on 1b inst between Nabawah and Northampton ends with a Northampton win in the first innings. Scores unclear but mentions Ronan Cover Tension and Cooper Pertic. Several garbled figures reference trucks and a trumpet, with a noted sum of 64 10s and 5 135d.
An OCR fragment references Perth produce sales and prices with a proverb about saving and shillings. It hints at verification by F. C. Towler regarding job printing. The readable text is sparse and lacks a clear event or outcome.
Mrs J C Shepheard disposes of her aerated water factory to Mr A Rymer of Sandstone. She thanks long-time customers for past support and hopes business will continue at the old address.
An Easter Monday event at the church grounds featured a muddled program with a dead heat in the Duplex Handicap and a Turf victory by Duplex despite a 100 yards Open handicap. The flat heat was mishandled, leading to a continuation under supervision with Mr. R. Martin overseeing proceedings. Cited participants include T. Shaw and Dopter with contenders Cote man and others.
Telegrams report a blast at the Jewel Mine near Victoria Point. Thomas Hughes and Karl Trooks died instantly when the rock fractured and debris struck them. Brooks suffered injuries while another man Brooks was harmed as the quarry collapsed. witnesses warned of danger before the explosion.
At a Melbourne mass meeting on the Agricultural Gardeners Employers issue workers demanded a secret ballot to decide if the strike should continue. A vote will be taken at tomorrow's meeting to determine the action.
The fragmentary note from Sydney on a Thursday mentions a Rte Assistant and Tar movements with references to insurers and government roles. Text is incomplete and difficult to interpret, leaving core actions and identities unclear.
Police responsible for the investigation receive rewards. Detective Mann gets £1. Catotab de Bhbosa receives £5. Constables Panned att Wink, £12 10s,raw. Cumsables Crovie, Laban, Giad, Olver, Farrel each receive £5.
Perth report notes Acting Premier Gregory delays in outlining Ora Manda District water project. Discussions center on delays at treatment plant and overall water supply adequacy. Officials cite the urgent need for a reliable system and defend ongoing efforts amid policy disagreements.
Fragmented OCR text describes a fire brigade demonstration with unclear events and names. Mentions hush practice and consolation, with scattered references to locations and groups including Meckatharra and Gerakan. Context and details are garbled, producing no clear news item or outcome.
A five men's ball at Town Hall Wednesday featured lively attire and elaborate costumes. Notable entries included Miss Daisy Smith as Britannia and a crowd-pleasing Mrs Warwicker led by Messrs Warwicker Kent Evenson Egan and Mewsrs. The event crowned winners among the attendants with a playful display of pageantry and fashion.
An illustrated piece touts Zam-Buk healing oil as a universal remedy, claiming it can treat burns, cuts, eczema, wounds, sores, ringworm, cracked skin, and many other conditions. The ad-style text lists numerous injuries and asserts the product’s strong healing reputation carried by households.
A Melbourne woman, described as a helpless recluse with rheumatism, was largely confined to an invalid chair for years. After treatment with Dr Williams Pink Pills she reports gradual improvement, regained strength, and fewer pain episodes, returning to daily activities with support from in-home care.
The Geraldton Workers Union issues a circular inviting affected workers from multiple industries in the district to a meeting on Monday at 2 PM. The council urges attendance to discuss wage and working conditions amid ongoing labor tensions, stressing self-help and solidarity.
A broadcast style report describes ministerialists clashing in a heated exchange at the Springs over referenda questions and political maneuvering. The piece notes speakers and spectators, signaling a tense local political scene with factions and planned actions.
Fragmented report describes a late night session convened by Wilson with speakers Nan-son, Carson, Lnt Pat-inge, and others. Debate centers on state versus federal roles, opposition critique of parliamentary actions, and calls for intervention to address monetary and social issues.
The readable lines contain scattered phrases about authorities, places, and people with garbled references. It hints at a legal or civic context, mentioning names, dates, and events but the text is largely indecipherable and noncontiguous, limiting clear summary or attribution.
Fragmentary OCR notes describe a local incident involving a person or group named Starling and others at a northern area near Nurthe de Sie, with unclear details about a 24 period and a possible death or injury.
Visitors to Pertis may purchase copies of the Ex Press at Albert's News Agency in Central Arcade between Wellington and Murray streets, opposite the Railway Station. Copies also available from Mr Patterson at GPO Book Stall.
A fragmented advertisement lists The Fair of Fairs with Easter bargains from a store featuring belts corsets ribbons and ladies wear. It promotes latest fashion items, domestic goods, and wholesale prices with broad product categories and sales pitches.
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