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Newspaper
Geraldton Express
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Aug 03, 1910
Page
3
Amateur Turf Club holds its annual meeting at the Tower hall today. Members discuss racing plans and financial reports as preparations push for the upcoming season.
A reader from Albert-road Aly ne Fark recounts a long illness cured by Bit Beans after trying many remedies. She credits the product with removing nervousness, indigestion, flu like symptoms, and general malaise, noting improved spirits and gratitude to the maker.
An odd wartime item describes a compact flour mill device by A R Tatternail Ca for home use. It features four shafts and rollers, a 300ฟ long operation, grinding about 116Fom of cent nav per ton, powered by a small motor, promising efficiency rivaling elaborate setups.
Fragmented correspondence discusses a vital issue for the Nabawah State School with actions required by 20th of the month. It mentions inaction, committee bodies, and a plan to reach the secretary to report progress and secure timely decisions.
An advertisement catalogue lists Chronic Chest Complaints remedies, Woods’ Oregt Peppermint Cure, Hans Irving’s Pure Grape Brandy, and a Geraldton Express free trial offer. The copy promotes tonics and patent medicines as cures with testimonials and sales pitches, typical of period medical ads.
A fragmentary message references ratepayers and dangerous ground. It mentions a person signing as God eddies and an anonymous ratepayer, but no concrete event, date, or organization is identifiable. The readable portion conveys a caution about actions affecting ratepayers and potential consequences without specifics.
A letter from Mullewa residents calls on railway authorities to add a Saturday market train between Geraldton and Mullewa. It cites inconvenience to settlers who must visit Geraldton for market needs and stock care. The writer asks the district superintendent and Parliament representatives to act.
Minutes cover a Monday council session with disputes over street naming plates, Greenough Bond repairs, and a proposed Chapman Road rework. Debates touch on water supply expense, police concerns about crowd safety at a fancy dress hall, and who bears responsibility for street and public work costs.
An archival note describes Woods claim of a bronchial cough remedy titled Great Perpertuinty Cure. The terse report lists product name and intended medical use with minimal background. No clinical results or authorities are cited in the readable text.
The record shows repeated conflicts between We Works Conmittes and the Mayor, with Dr Rastan backing the Mayor against the committee. Accusations of contempt and unseemly wrangling are noted, as are concerns about repairs to the windmill and the Back Beach access. Decisions were deferred to a later meeting.
Results from the handicap tennis doubles tournament are listed with teams and scores. Winners include Till er and Saunders over Jodes and Smith. Overheu and Mewery over Puller and La Nutize. Smil and dotee over Gcriminth. Titer and Saunders over Kemptland Banks. and Round, Rudlock over Runsch. Arrangements for next week’s matches and Sunday schedule noted with teams Kidd Bullock Wiley Kem and others.
A fragmentary item notes an unusual start for Geraldton with an earthquake shock heard tonight. A local venue the Hideaway hosts a program by Chad Cinvert featuring moving pictures and a dance night, promising honest entertainment. The damaged text hints at a cinema and social event offering a typical evening in a historic setting.
An extension of the option over the Bowes Estate has just been obtained by the Government. Debates arise among local members about purchase terms and public body actions in the Victoria district. Public bodies face decisive action as the deal draws scrutiny and funds are questioned.
Telegrams note probable runners for the Australian Hurdle at Melbourne with Vernier Huwiey and others. several scratches for Toorak Handicap and Caulfield Cup. Mentone schooling accident injures jockey Kingston. Rain limits work at Flemington and Caulfield with only a few tracks open. Trainers and horses show mixed results in workouts and pace.
The Melbourne County Court heard Matilda McCann of St Kilda sue Federal Attorney General Tughes for damages for breach of agreement in September 1900. McCann claimed damage to a furnished house including curtains and furniture valued at £124.65 and a further £40 for monetary loss. The verdict was for the defendant.
Melbourne reports on a bill proposal for the future issue of bank notes under the Australian Notes Act. The measure would impose a rate on value, with details linked to authorized notes that may be issued or reissued after a set commencement date.
A deputation from the Social Reform Bureau pressed the Postmaster-General on transmission of certain messages by mail and on stopping gambling advertisements. Mr Thomas replied the act gave no power to bar individuals and suggested the issue would be revisited this session.
The debate on the Arbitration Act Amendment was resumed in the Falls of Representatives temporarily. Mr Green and the bill faced scrutiny as opponents questioned funding and scope. The session adjourned before a decision was reached on the second reading and related provisions.
A committee of inquiry was appointed by the manager of Work Men's College to investigate irregularities by some officers. Some committee members raised concerns about abusive letters and possible intimidation of the committee. Last Tuesday a bullying scene occurred near the mindelline room while the modeling class was meeting.
Five persons were injured in a sensational motor accident near Melbourne on Monday. The crash drew crowds as emergency crews attended the scene and transported the injured to nearby hospitals for treatment. Further details on the cause and exact injuries were not immediately available.
Fragmentary OCR notes reference a 1 bed unit or listing titled Woods Great Peppermint Core. Details are unclear but suggest a rental or property item with a single bedroom. No dates or explicit location provided.
A late Friday night crash near Oriouil involved multiple pedestrians and motorists. Janet Teflon and others were returning home when a car failed to stop at a closed railway gate, struck a pedestrian, then collided with a hedge and market fencing, injuring Mrs Richards and several others. rescue crews attended the scene as authorities investigated the sequence of events.
WEW South Wales Sydney reports a new Polite Latygie Party forming with aims to secure proper representation for democracy. The platform includes abolition of certain ornaments, removal of tar offices at state governors, and nationalisation as core planks.
A miners' strike disrupted work at Huvklin and Greta Colliery near Keri Kurri as crews refused to return to duties. They declined to comply with the Miners' Federation order to work and instead pressed for a meeting with the federation to seek a resolution.
A fragmented account describes a narrow escape during a Metropolis transit incident. Key figures include Metropolitan Cilhety manager Helen Dureh and officers handling the scene as a crowd frantically reacted to a halted vehicle and a fall that injured several bystanders.
Lieutenant Bo Hf of HM S W Porhsns pleaded guilty at a tourt-martial to having beer at Sava. The court accepted the accused plea and ordered one year seniority loss and dismissal from his ship. An earlier incident saw a head injury to a crew member during a quarrel on ship.
A scrambled report notes unrest around tramways in Perth and Norbingress tied to the Trakneaway tyre. Details are unclear but imply a public transport dispute with authorities and local residents involved in unrest or planning.
The Assembly discussed government plans to build the Transis ration railway with Wednesday deliberations in the Legislative Council. Mr Dork, MLC, led questions and a broad consensus formed around the broad outline of the measure amid mixed reactions.
In Perth on Wednesday the Hoteer Estate sale becomes focus as Camell condemns Mr Hutenor's purchase by Mr Butcher at 2An acre. Parliament considers submission after Labour leader Seaton is named, with Trap as whip and secretary, in a Beverhig reflection on government support sentiment.
Sir Edward Wittenoon argues for circuit courts amid contemplated reforms that would shift certain matters to another state. He contends the Bovell Couture remains tied to current practices unless changes are enacted.
Per newspaper notes a Wednesday session where James appeals regranted hospitality license standing. Judge RB presided as the committee found the hotel license question unresolved, with arguments fading from the record and the permit status not clearly proven.
Hedley Conning pleaded guilty on Wednesday to navine stylen 24bd and 2110 from the Fremantle Gas Ceaml for Tenergy three years. The court case involves BERTI and related energetic charges.
Crippen tries to shoot himself and poisons actions intertwined with Le Neve during the Camden Road murder case. A revolver is used to disrupt a plan before a steward and others intervene. The narrative details thwarted escapes, the steward’s search, and Le Neve wearing a dress as the case unfolds with emerging clues.
A distorted report recounts sailors and captains including Setten and a Zephyr voyage. Mentions loading ore from Port Greeory, reef dangers, and efforts to induce a crewman named Tekan freon. ends with unresolved continuation.
In South Australia Adelaide the rail project faces stoppage as workers refuse to proceed after disputes over hours. Foreman and union leaders press for safer conditions while Railway Commissioner offers no compromise, prompting a delay that pushes planning and travel timelines amid mounting tension.
An unclear reminiscence recounts the transfer of a property formerly owned by Charow Vink Minar to Charley Gi a relative. The writer notes segments of travel, notes about stations, and memories of a man known across the district. References to Perth, Kincreeinne, and West vines Cecernaw Me appear, with scattered names and places. The fragmented text preserves a sense of a local history tied to a station and its people, though many details are obscured by garbled OCR.
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