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Newspaper
Geraldton Express
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Aug 09, 1911
Page
4
Fremantle market notices show weekly sale results with bids and lots. Prices for various hides and skins are listed by condition from extra to inferior, noting weights and buyers and indicating online catalog details and trading activity.
In a Kalgoorlie address Mr Kernan condemns the redistribution bill as a vehicle for partisan gain. He argues Parliament must balance representation with fair electoral boundaries, proposing commissions and cross party input to avoid manipulation. He warns against larger electorates and vows careful assessment of any reform.
Geo P Harris Scarfe Co limits markets a novelty separator claim with bold figures and awards. The text touts royal society recognition and large past sales, but the garbled wording raises questions about authenticity and scope of the claim.
A brief advisory urges potential buyers to inspect a Separator Machine before purchase, emphasizing evaluation of performance and suitability prior to commitment to acquire the Diabolo equipment.
In a lengthy session, Sir Walter James and critics attack the government for tarring redistribution with party motives. They accuse ministers of mangling measures and shaming Parliament, urging nonpartisan handling and stressing integrity in public office. The excerpt cites Mr Harris, SuarfE & Co. machinery showrooms in Perth.
The Australian event lists five nominated horses for the Saturday programme including Grothae Pons tle Minato Bribery Steem Ginn ware Field Trial Quinn Monto Leah Kieshma and Southerly. Betting quotes show Confide at 1 to 2 Otamax at 2 to 1 Field ala at 4 to 1.
The bi monthly Council meeting attended by His Worship the Mayor and Crs Trigg Puller Smart and Crh discussed road repair needs near the Mechanics Institute and a wooden crossing in front of an office. Letters from guarantors and delegates were noted, and the Works and Finance Committee reported on funds to complete works and projected expenditures.
The notice advertises Central Fish and Oyster Saloon opposite Bhsemauns Hotel open daily from 8 am. Hampers prepared by Musket BROS for customers. Menu items include oysters stewed fried fish blue cod whitebait crabs trout and more with coffee cocoa ale and light meals.
An old advertisement touts Arnot's arrowroot as a convenient hot porridge base. It claims the product yields a delicious, satisfying meal or drink with milk or cocoa and suggests it as a household staple.
In a series of civil judgments the defendants faced payments ranging from 10s to 70 pounds. Judges suspended or set instalment terms after consent, with arrears and weekly or monthly payments specified. Several cases adjourned for payment, others adjourned to next court, and one defendant challenged court jurisdiction.
Frank Fogarty faced Geraldton Police Court before Mr Raymond Gee for disorderly conduct on Bradd street. He pleaded guilty and offered to temper liquor, resulting in a fine of 105.
Wires report Australia football results with West Australia 9 1 marks and New South Wales 13.1. In Melbourne Mr. Gregory offers 3 percent interest on transferred WA properties with a proposal and arbitration if market value disputes arise. Also notes about Stevenson vs Tin-tanium and Lindrum in boxing context and a Kalamia Mill disturbance.
Boot retailer Boots! E and partner have revised their stance and now offer all footwear at greatly reduced prices. The new name remains TK Bese 8 PHS Mareet with both old and new customers urged to complete purchases promptly.
A municipal council notes revenue behavior from November to January and outlines limited works for the year. It reports on Chapeau and Faster roads completion estimates and the need for supervisor communication each Tuesday. A health board decision demolishes rear premises of a Marine Terrace shop due to structural issues. council delays by holding over at next meeting.
Legal docket records adjourn to August 28 1941 in Wilson v Meldrum Dalgety Co v T B Oliver and related suits. Judgment by consent with costs in Wilson case. Guscott v Webber for 47 18s 6d. Mills for plaintiff. further entries note weekly detention payments and adjournment to next court.
Fragmented remarks describe labor union clashes and government concerns after Brisbane style unrest. It mentions wharf laborers and unions, prime ministers, police court actions, and a case involving a man and his underage daughter. The report notes debates over state schemes and government committees and hints at wider social tension and appeals to authority.
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