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Newspaper
Geraldton Express
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Aug 01, 1910
Page
3
Grandparent and grandchildren credit Peps for easing chest and throat complaints during winter. Mrs Dow of Rosewood, Qld, says Peps quickly relieves coughing and helps children sleep. She gives Peps to her kids at night and notes it helps her mother with bronchitis.
Market reports show mixed grain and fodder values with European demand improving. Weather and bad roads hinder carting, keeping prices firmer despite limited truck arrivals and ongoing supply constraints.
Market summary notes July 27 1810 with entries on stock and lamb prices. North West district arrivals mix with spring lambs at high marks, some weight figures for cattle sheep and pigs recorded. Listings include 199 spring lambs 36 cattle 70 sheep and 6 pigs among others.
A reader requests clarification through the journal about a matter titled Na wah Doings. The correspondence notes confidence in a reading and seeks further details, ending with a formal sign-off.
In fine weather the Rovers defeated the Brigades 4 to 2 at Railways stadium. Rovers' Raynard led with stellar form and Dawey, Stokes, Howell, Hale, Burton, and Pass contributed strong work. Brigades reply came from Last, Ramahaw, Pheakster, Wright, Carwanline, Tothrw, Limby, Megbure. Final score lines show Railways 11 and Brigades 12 in a closely contested match.
A clipping reviews Dalgety Animal Wool Review 1900s era, noting wool world gains for pastoralists, squatters, and growers. It cites favorable rainfall in the Nor West, a record wool clip of 41,540 bales, and satisfactory prices, while warning rabbits rise in eastern states. It mentions the proposal to extend the Wonenn Hills railway and predicts brighter state prospects with a strong farming year ahead.
A lively children's carnival at Geraldton Town Hall Friday drew full galleries after doors opened at 7 15, with Misses Mullet and Masters Bow Bhs leading costumes and Miss Dork Parlawl as a striking butterfly. Organizers Mesdames Kempton Smith and Wichelis, aided by the Flyne of Pesos, received high praise for planning and execution amid applauding crowds.
A Mingenew correspondent reports a very enjoyable game on the Mingenew ground on Saturday 23rd July. Walkaway WW beat Mingene w 85 to 8 by a strong second half. Walkaway upheld their sportsmanlike reputation as good sports, while Mingene w players hosted a dinner at Bob Reyner's Motel with toasts to the visitors.
A Saturday fixture pits the probable country team against the town squad. A meet at the fire station will select one representative from each country club, with captains Smit and Munro leading a list of players including Burton Gunt Hepum Hale Kelly Kidd Ramshaw Stokes Will Mountet Theakston Wenn Holmes Grocastor and Daying. Fire brigades host a reception and dance at the Town Hall on Friday evening to welcome the visitors.
On Wednesday evening at Town Hall a evening program of mirth and novelty is promised by Heller's Company. The act includes spiritualist demonstrations with Madame Meller in a trance answering questions and reading thoughts. The company is described as up to date and entertaining with musical items and strong electric effects pleasing the audience.
Mr Batchelor sent a reply to a protest from the Furnishing Trail Society after attending a Chinese restaurant with three police officers present. He expresses regret his actions seemed inimical to Southern interests and says he is sorry he could not take clearer views with the Society.
States Revenue for July shows a shortfall of £174966-25 compared with July last year due to no returns yet by the Commonwealth. Mrs Ammond received £200,084 a year ago. Other revenue changes include stamps easing and increases in lands, guides, railways and tramways, totaling noticeable fluctuations.
Melbourne Sunday report notes Victorian revenue facilities total fell by 261,770 compared to last year. Commonwealth payments dropped by 6,436 and excise revenue slipped, with the largest fall on railways amounting to 18,100.
The Prime Minister received a message from Mr Whiteside, leader of the South African Labor Party, inviting Mr Fisher to visit at the start of September to assist in the coming elections. Mr Fisher said he would be too busy and might not reach South Africa in time for the Union Parliament session in November.
Representatives of boot manufacturers of Victoria Queerland and South Australia met with the Boot Trade Employers Federation council on Friday in Melbourne to try to reach a settlement of outstanding points. The meeting aimed to determine the way ahead in the dispute between employers and unions.
The report notes unresolved disputes at the arbitration conference with leaders stressing failed talks. The council plans to approach the Commonwealth Segregation Court tomorrow to seek alterations if the judge’s ruling, as indicated by the High Court, is deemed necessary.эм
In Adelaide this week a potential work stoppage was narrowly avoided as government negotiators and employers prepared to meet. A deputation of workers visited the Minister for Industry to push for a settlement before tomorrow’s talks.
The Trades and Labor Council secretary received a telegram for Mr Johnson in Selay, asserting trams remain stopped with workers solid. No immediate settlement prospect. South Australia report notes protection from capture and no offers here.
Adelatis envoy Heh Cope proposes a plan to travel from Peeth to Grisham using the Trens-Aus talian Railway. The route would cover a distance from Fort Augusta to Broken Hill and outline the railway’s directions for that segment.
The Saturday game between the combined Boulder Clubs and the S Australians finished with Bowker scoring 12 goals and 12 behinds, while Adelaide and ghuls contributed to the final tally amid uncertain play.
Prinper and Le Neve were arrested at audertixe on the Montrosean tat Cousel's actival import. The fragment notes an arrest connected to an incident on Camden Road with a council-related matter, but details are unclear in the text.
Katanning, Tuesday. Mr Hutchine, secretary at the Katwamning Wife Club, has vanished. Initial reports suggested an adventure gone awry, but authorities now consider it likely he left the area. Unclear details and a possible misprint cloud early sightings.
Eleven members of the rifle shooting club were praised after a share event. Teams were chosen by Mesers Chapman and Strompe with Chapman as captain. Winter captain Chapman’s team won by 49 points, seven shots each, with Hansen and Smith among top scorers and a high score of 35.
A garbled schedule lists tennis entries and times including names such as Le Bullock Wiley and Ol iver with odd spellings and scattered prices. The fragment hints at a weekly arrangement with matches or events but is unreadable in parts and lacks clear results or structure.
Fragmentary OCR reads as a garbled ad or music lyric line mentioning Viola Bottien and a phrase about the purest agate of man. No clear event or attribution available.
Chronic chest complaints are noted alongside Woods Great Peppermint Cure. An unclear line mentions Sandy MacDonald with a bottle of whiskey ten years old amid jumbled text.
A washaway occurred at Mallacs Karri and Jarrah Conpan's Kytte dal ee Friday afternoon. John Starratt was seriously injured and a several others hurt as wreckage and debris flew. Investigations and an inquiry are planned to determine responsibility and causes.
Report outlines Labour Party leadership contest with Mr Boadtan widely viewed as likely successor. Latour and WD Johnson named among contenders as election approaches next Wednesday.
A brief adv feature touts Irvine’s pore grape brandy as unrivalled in quality. The copy highlights its distinctive origin, premium aging, and unique aroma to appeal to connoisseurs and shoppers seeking a top tier spirit.
A brief feature centers on Woods' claim of a peppermint cure presented at Bronchial Courts. The report notes local interest and summarizes public responses while avoiding sensational detail. No adverse outcomes or medical efficacy are asserted.
A humorous item notes a quirk about a peppermint cure marketed as a remedy for a hacking cough. It references a quirky price and a playful promotional tone typical of the era. The piece underscores novelty advertising and tongue in cheek commentary.
Fragmentary OCR list shows assorted grocery items with prices and units, including acids, nuts, flour, baking powders, biscuits, beans, butter, cocoa, coffee, vinegar, and canned goods. Names of vendors appear as The Central Market Co and E. Symands, Perth, with scattered quantities and prices across a jumble of misread spellings.
Shipping reports record 850 tons landed at Moray from Presiautle and daevick aboard Lunding 4. The Charon from Premadle DRPARTMRISS and Moniay The Chacon for the Noe West are noted along with Coolgardie for Part Adie reel on the rink. The passage mentions roller skating lore and festive seas amid temperatures and a pep rally mood at Woods.
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