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Newspaper
Geraldton Express
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Aug 03, 1908
Page
3
A garbled historical OCR fragment describes municipal council actions, repairs, a plasterer, a broken machine, and costs including an original scanner price of £135. It also references Millet’s suggestion and unrest with mill workers, violence, and improvised explosive use amid supply issues.
Fragmentary report notes House of Lords and Commons proceedings in January. Mentions amendments and key figures Lawton and Huy Odype Pawwetrins with references to Vis Tagversities Wis AS THE COMMONS and ongoing parliamentary action.
Fragmented text discusses meat trade regulation and harbor duties, urging action on exportation and imprinting controls. It references Perth, West Australia, and a plan to move supplies and introduce measures to curb monopolies and price manipulation.
A fragment from a 1930s Western Australian column argues for a Progressive Land Settlement policy and praises the Northern wheat belt from Murchison to Northampton. It references Geeatilton, Chapman Valley, Carnarvon, and vast alluvial lands suited for farming, urging railway access and settlement to unlock wheat production.
A controversial report alleges that a schoolmaster criticized parental involvement and blamed parents for dull times. The piece notes reactions from merchants and housewives who seek frugality and price limits, while urging shoppers to save by buying at low cost.
Native of South Melbourne Lintrum shows early form in Kalgoorlie after renewal in Perth and Melbourne. He faces rivals in public games, posts a top break and high total, with notable matches at Alouck’s rooms and private practice sessions shaping his career.
In South Australia a council adjourned meeting examined cemetery options. The Mayor and councillors discussed land to relocate burials, considering a 12 acre site and a 10 acre offer. They weighed proximity to town, geology, and future needs of Catholic and Anglican parishes amid public health concerns.
Workers at cooperative bakeries threaten continued operation amid a wage dispute. Union leadership alleges starvation tactics have been used by master bakers in Werth and Ripe, while Mr. Diver acts as intermediary to seek an arrangement.
Agricultural conference set for August 24 in Perth with ministerial convening. Metropolitan football fixtures scheduled for Saturday in Perth. Reported loan results show East Brmant le as winners, with Noru Kromantte Peri and Rast Porth among recipients.
The Butehers' Union of employees applied to the Application Court for an award covering the slaughtering industry in Perth Mewnlay. The union says parties conferred an order to replace the 107 agreement but failed to reach terms.
A garbled report notes deposits trends at a Perth bank with terms like savings and deposits and mentions rising activity in the sector. Key entities and exact figures are unreadable, but the piece signals broader shifts in bank funding and consumer saving behavior.
An old advertisement warns that influenza is severe this season and recommends available medicines. It touts Li avKiel expogtitee and Chamtorlain's Comet Rewesty as immediate relief, claiming quick healing and safety. Sold by druggists and traders.
Inter State telegraph items discuss weather conditions from the east and south, a rape case, and a recovering girl. The report notes disorderly roads, administrative costs, and a government valuation dispute over oak land per acre. Diphtheria spreads at Midland towns, with plans for containment and public health concerns across several populated areas.
The Gerekison Lawn Tennis Club doubles event shows Howo and Miss Thompson defeating A T Mills and Miss Chirmish while Mish A Darling beats Geeville and Mrs E Triggs. Other pairings include Parra and Mrs Crowry over Oliver and Miss G Thompson, with Halligan and Miss Birch defeating Saunders and Miss Captw. Cf notes list further results and upcoming match arrangements with players such as Faulkner, Miss Haston, Halligan, and Miss Birch.
A motor launch trip to Carnacosta ended fatally when 41 year old Mrs Roe was shot in the left side by her 1 year old son Douglas. Doctors attended, but she died at Melville hospital after an inquest opens. Mr Roe, his health good, faced the tragedy with sympathy from Fremantle residents.
The All Black troupe in Geraldton delivers refined entertainments tonight with a fresh private encore. Nellie Black’s We’d Helter Ride Awe proves striking, and Miss Black appears in several notable numbers. Performances by Mik ENien Black and others showcase skill across violas and dance pieces. The Winer sale linked acts hints at rising prices, while critics compare value against composers’ norms.
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