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Newspaper
Geraldton Express
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Aug 06, 1913
Page
3
A new extension of the Mullewa to Geraldton railway is planned to bring 29 miles of the line within rail facilities by September. The project aims to expand goods traffic, with over 250 men employed on construction and the rail reach expected to shift Geraldton toward the line as a key trade hub.
London dispatch notes cautious Balkan settlement mood with Servia firm on terms. Armistice extended three days but Romanian premier warns no further extension likely.
In County Antrim yesterday Ulster men gathered including Sir Edward Carson who addressed threats to constitutional advance. Officials deny any government warrant for Carson's arrest amid rumor of interference plans and mobilization of supporters.
BERLIN August 5 The Tagliein Rumischen warns that the German Government considers creating a special cruiser squadron to protect German interests abroad. The cruiser Vorskeik is being reconstructed and several pyrall cruisers will serve in the new squadron, to be joined by a second large cruiser later.
A London Telegraph passage argues for a permanent British fleet to protect sea lanes. It emphasizes the large portion of global shipping controlled by Britons and warns that past efforts have fallen short, calling for decisive, long term naval readiness.
London based sprinter J Doluit ion set a bold pace at Salford yesterday, breaking clear by a yard in a bold display. Crowd cheered as the field chased the remarkable lead through the final stretch.
An Australian at Cowes Regatta greeted King and Queen on arrival aboard Victoria Albert. The Australian, Mary Walker, now flies a waterplane and has performed various events and exhibitions, then joined the royal procession and ceremony.
In a midweight clash Pat O Keefe fought Bombardier Wells for the wavy weight belt. Wells dominated with strong punches in the early rounds and delivered a decisive jaw strike in the fifteenth round, securing victory despite O Keefe’s late rally.
Aug 8 report from Wells Melegen Mategt e notes a referee selection dispute for the Mehoga Wel le hoxleg contest at the Statin mest Saturday. Arthur Scott, a regular at We Rtadium, would referee but Levy says he will not. The Miacham Snows’ Haken attor t aka balk at Scott. Michigan’s Molling proposes Beatt, Baker counters, and a conference fails to resolve the issue.
Trade mark reference for Kay's Linseed Compound Faience used to treat coughs and colds. Specifies linseed based preparation and proprietary branding as a medicinal product.
The Pekeral Cabinet at Melronene on August 5 appointed members to the Interstate Commission. Named were Kalmian and Me Wallington of Sydney at 6250 per nau, Messia Georg Silabarne MLL.A. of Victoria, and X. C. Lockyer, Contesting of Customs at £2000 yearly. A review of the York with a view to adjustment is planned.
Perth reports the Sydney smallpox outbreak led authorities to discharge a passenger aboard the mail steamer Oranya. The measure affected officers, passers and crew numbering Bib, amid precautionary health actions. The disrupted voyage followed concerns over infection and safety aboard the vessel.
Adelaide Aug 4 Following are the writes for the advisory racing events and steeplechase details in South Australia. Names and places appear in fragmented form but indicate entries and schedule for pursuing the Amcuad Amu event.
The Aug entries list scratchings for Malbourne including steeplechase and hurdle events. Notable absentees include Portlock Yeoumer and Knowsley, with several named horses and participants removed from today’s program.
Fragmentary text lists locations and lines in a period setting, mentioning steepleline routes and stations such as Buliewarru Ley Kiet Clomtalh United Ringtone and Roeve's Marsh, suggesting a mapped itinerary or timetable from a past issue.
Reports from Melbourne show many jockeys and horses withdrawn from the Cup race. Names like Jubilee Queen, Malmount, and Royal Time appear amid entries, with adjustments observed after early declarations. The field narrows as riders depart and trainers adjust plans for the Rude Spring Meeting.
A Melbourne Argus letter by Professor Perry argues smallpox is a loathsome highly contagious disease. He cites 1886 London and historic outbreaks to urge vaccination, noting high child mortality and urging parents in Queensland and Victoria to vaccinate. He contrasts compulsory vaccination in Leicester with tragic outbreaks. He concludes with cautions about delaying vaccination and references remedies and patents.
Analyzed rainfall across districts shows scant totals yet farmers in Victoria remain hopeful for a good harvest. July to July period totals vary, with August outlook promising and crops in regions like Murchison and Palliway expected to exceed averages despite light rains.
A Geraldton ratepayer letters detail criticizes proposed town recreations including golf greens tennis courts and lawns as wasteful. The writer argues funds should fund roads rather than amenities, noting projected costs revenues loans and potential profits from electric current gas and other services to offset the expense.
The Mullewa to Worsman fields railway line is set to open for traffic before September. A harvest innovation by Lawrence Price of Wastin promises easier crop lifting, with a machine claimed to outperform existing models by stripping corn neatly and handling damaged stalks. Perth’s mayor foresees WA wheat outrunning Victoria within fifteen years, citing vast wheat potential and expected migration via the Transcontinental.
At a recent sitting of the Arbite ration Court Justice Burnside praised Sir John Forrest as the best Premier of Western Australia and noted surveyors reach high positions. The discussion brushed salaries for surveyors, with Ruevogors opposing and lawyers spotlighted in politics. A small pox scare prompted doctor consensus on rash cases, vaccine uptake, and doubts about further spread.
The passage describes empathy for hard work and a Seattle Maid coffee milk beverage mix, urging readers to add polling water. It notes Nestlé's preparation and timing, with a scene of rain flooding a tent and a lone inmate reflecting on life, then describes a fortifying drink with Woods Great Peppermint Care.
A garbled OCR line appears to reference Bonnington's products and a remedy for throat and yawing irritation with unlikely terms like Kaoothi Jessant. The readable fragments point to a medicine mention tied to Bonnington's Irish Moon and a dose described as 1/8 tuwalchemiete, though the text remains unclear.
St Columba's Church marked July 20 with two major events in the Geraldton Diocese. The first ceremony welcomed a dew vhares site for the new church on a windswept shore, while the Presentation Order received two young souls dedicating their lives to God and service. The pageant drew worshippers along a verdant approach to a cross shaped Gothic building on a five acre site, with a choir led by Mr Feark Critel and soloist Mist Titins enhancing a solemn dedication.
The building rests on concrete blocks with stud walls plastered to resemble stone. Interior features label and string moulds, dado work, and carved details. The nave has Gothic panels and a front window, with a triple-light back window. Carried out by Me B Ryan and plastered by Fy Mooney in their signature style.
A list of players selected to play a trial match on Saturday next for the junior team to travel to Perth on the 20th. The text shows numerous surnames and initials and notes arrangements with Juptora for kits and transport, with the match scheduled to start at 2 o clock sharp.
Members of the Civil Service Football Club are to attend practice sessions on Monday Wednesday and Friday mornings. A general meeting will be held at the Commonwealth Hotel at 7 o'clock this evening with full attendance expected.
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