Discouraging The Prospector and Government Sympathy
Correspondence exposes perceived bias in ministerial support for mining ventures. The writer condemns Gregory and Wisent Jeannues for favoring favored parties while denying aid to genuine prospectors like Dawson and the Dawson type, detailing loan requests, plant costs, and failed machinery investments amid alleged favoritism. He cites specific cases, including Boyd's Row and the Quinton Syndicate, accusing officials of premature disbursement to profitable entities.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frigory
Nis
Mitiator
Gregory
Jeannues
Menzies
Toni
Simg
Laos
Tom Naweon
Tuckamara
Tool
Boyd's Rowand
Inter
Cosi
Dawson
Mines Department
Seall
Gieshafi
Ami
Watran
Reraan- Quinton Syndicate
Murchison Firewood Co
Fiogall Co
Grigory
Heitwans
Cue
Excessive Freight Charges Stir Geraldton Merchants
A local editor decries high freight rates from Murcuson to Geraldton and Preanmtio, noting 5 shillings per bicycle and 4/3 by rail plus warehousing and handling costs. He argues heavy costs fall on Pelaldon traders and local workers, harming families and shopkeepers while benefiting shipowners.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Murciuson
Premantic
Geraldton
Pert
Grealdton
Premautio
Penh
Murellison
Howe
Feraldton
Robur tea hailed for strength and saving per pound
The notice extols Robur as a superior tea claiming it yields more cups per pound, reduces the number of spoonfuls, and delivers naval strength and extra goodness, with a stated value advantage over ordinary teas at the same price.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Robur
Fragmented OCR note on a chaotic scene and figures
A garbled text fragment describes a chaotic scene with names, dates, and numbers, mentioning debts and a confrontation. It includes references to people and events but is heavily corrupted, making precise details and entities unclear. The piece reads like an OCR bleed with multiple partial phrases and misordered words.
Day Dawn Market Report From Tolows Udder Date
Market notes list vegetables fruits and meats with prices in a dated entry. Entries mention produce such as onions tomatoes and potatoes, poultry prices for fowls ducks and giblets, with wheat and pork items and various odd spellings typical of the period.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Yanah
Cibimans
Jett
Whickens
Rome
Economic Strain Warns of Rising Costs and Shifting Stakes
A cryptic note from Yaleeo dated April 20 argues that price hikes and heavy charges burden the state treasury and hinder wealth accumulation. The writer laments money flowing to distant firms, warns of oil and other costs, and pleads for reform to avoid squander and pennywise paralysis.
Dalgety Weekly Grain Market Report
Dalgety weekly grain market update notes limited sales and weaker demand for Prime Wheat. Prices held around £4 19s per quarter with heavy arrivals and many damaged lots. buyers cautious amid variable quality and recent rains easing state conditions.
Doan's Ointment Promises Skin Relief From Eczema
A testimonial advertisement touts Doan's Ointment as a cure for eczema and various skin irritations. Mrs. M. A. Hubble of Dalgety’s Cot, Riverside, York, recounts her child’s eczema clearing after use, noting the product’s safety and efficacy. The claim extends to piles, sores, and insect bites, with price details and distributor information.
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Nightley
Dyan
Dean
M. A. Hubble
Dalgety
Cottawes
Riverside
York
Doan
MoOel Jand Co
Murray Street
Peril
Roan's
Fragmented Rural Scene With Mysterious Dialogue
A garbled narrative describes a farmer, a term and a tense exchange, with voices and actions interwoven. The text references a cough, a birignes shawt, scolding, pursuit, and a chaotic scene of pursuit and protest. Distinct names or places are not clearly readable.
Ministering Angels in the Ward Struggle for Fair Wages
War weary hospital wards reveal nurses and orderlies marching through heat to demand better pay. The piece laments neglect of the workers whose care cushions the rich and calls for justice from minister and the people, promising posterity will remember their steadfast care.
Railway chaos and salvage at a broken Midland Line station
A garbled report describes a disrupted Midland Line in WA with passengers and staff in danger. An improvised rescue scene includes uniforms and improvised signals, while firemen and officials respond and a coalition is sought to fix earnings and staffing.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Baltetin
Anil
Ingares
Watherug
Express Copies On Sale At Perth News Stalls
Visitors to Perth can buy copies of the EXPRESS at Mr Albert's Newsagency Central Arcade between Wellington and Murray Streets near the Railway Station and from Mr Patterson at the G.P.O Bookstall.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Perth
Mr. Albert
Central Arcade
Wellington
Murray Streets
My. Patterson
G.P
Gingin Hotel Opens For Travellers Near Railway Station
The Miners Arms at Gingin announces a new hotel catering to travellers from Perth and Geraldton. Guests are offered meals and refreshments during a 15 minute stop, with special attention to comfort. The establishment invites friends and patrons to visit, noting welcome faces and local hospitality.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Geraldton
Murethon
Perth
Spence
Beware bogus bile bean claims falsely touting cures
A garbled advertisement promotes “Bile Beans” as a universal remedy for constipation and digestive ills. It asserts decades old cures, lists dubious benefits, and urges readers to mail for a free sample, repeating false claims of no side effects and misleading efficacy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
WWE
Mmerewry
Nature
Weavine Wien
Moses Camel
Salt Industry Notes in Western Australia Development
The piece discusses salt production in Western Australia, noting a range in salinity and purity, and mentions P J Mann and Cockram as project proponents. It compares local supply to imports, cites historical import figures for 1908, and forecasts solid demand if quality matches imported salt, framing salt as a new local industry with national resource development significance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
P. J. Mann
Cockram
Ham
Yorke
Pusinsata
South Aurelia
Java
Western Australia
West Australau
Salt Lake Study at Three Springs Ends in Abandonment
A Victorian era inquiry reports a Salt deposits project at Three Springs failed after a 1900s drought and storm disrupted operations. Initial tests hailed salt as suitable but later surveys found low yield and high impurities, leading to cancellation after harvesting 410 salt lakes of 16 000 acres were abandoned.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Neve
Veta
Alead Ty
Barty
Jasdars
J.P Manni
Jef Liudlan Mixoel
Peril
Rowley
Lands Department
Jeff Pert
Ueb
Tae Turak
Deckind
Sani
Istallin Heinduntey
Yarra Yarra
Reuters Little Pals Bowels Exercise For Health
Public health ad promotes Reuters Little Pals as a gentle bowel tonic not like harsh laxatives. Claims to stimulate ile intestines to normal action aiding digestion and overall health. Ends with cautionary note about skin blemishes and “Rooters Sex curse” in crude terms.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Reuters
Lawlers Community Notes From Local Visit And Mini News
Government Inspector of Boilers Mr sfanes conducted a half yearly visit last week. All boilers examined and found in good working order. At Lawlers a new batter shed for the race course’s totaller is replacing the blown down One. Lawlers Tennis Club added a sun shed to the court. A series of tennis matches began last Thursday. Mr James Henry injured in a March vehicle accident remains under Dr Crooke’s care. Beliené Gold Mine improves. Two escapes at Vivien Mine last week. Mr Colin Barred injured by falling stone but survived. Mr O’Toole fell while at work but suffered only minor bruises. Oddfellows held a charity ball for Quwir Orphanage at Cotteslow. winners listed. Afternoon entertainment for children with refreshments and amusements. parents present.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sfanes
Lawlers
Darlot
Ie Race Club
Lawlers Tennis Club
Ie Lawyers
James Henry
Crooke
Beliené
Samuel
Vivien
Colin Barred
Andy
Mr. O'Toole
Dr. Crooke
Ant
Oddfellows Belt
Quwir
Cotteslow
Macon
Akers
Y. Corcizzi
Chas. Maley
Lost Mines Tale From Hetman WLives Chronicle
A garbled account from Hetman WLives hints at a vanished path to a supposed mine. A narrator named Gregory is cited as a guide to a genuine prospector, but the fragmentary text excludes clear dates places or outcomes.
A Secret Message About Advertising Hidden Truths
A quirky verse argues that truth and talent fade without visibility. It implies public exposure keeps talent alive and warns not to hide one's light when the world needs it most. The piece plays with rhetoric on disclosure, fame, and the dangers of obscurity.
H Carson Removal Sale Cleared at Cost Price
Local sale announces removal items cleared at cost price with emphasis on immediate, final clearance. No extra details provided.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
H. Carson
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