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Newspaper
Geraldton Express
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Aug 09, 1912
Page
3
Melbourne Aug 3 Sir John Forrest inquiry on the Trans Amiralian railway delayed construction. Mr O Malley states emphatically there is no delay and the railway is proceeding on schedule. He replies to Forrest stressing no postponement in the work.
In Parliament two bills were introduced including a railway line from Merredin to Coolgardin and a clause to authorize construction of the Wickepin to Merredin line. The discussion on railway contracts and expedited grant of facilities to settlers continued with several members contributing before the house adjourned until Tuesday next.
Mr Scaddas returns from Albany denying a telegraphed report in West Australian that the Cabinet approved a Sonny Till of 26,000,000. He says the government has not seriously entertained proceeding with all works submitted, including the Trans continental railway section, which would cost about £6,000,000.
Market reports show 4340 beeps and lambs at yesterday's sale with strong demand from buyers. prime quality sought but some items weaker. Spring lambs sold very well, pigs in good demand though some slips and weaners scarce. prices varied by class from prime local wethers to store lambs and hoggets with mixed gains and losses across categories.
The letter reports very dry and frosty mornings with ice on water, followed by a warm dry midday. It highlights crop prospects for T. Cream at 100 acres with about 30 bushels per acre, Mr. Hinkley and Arthur Blayney’s crops, and Mr. Sims at Bindoo Station with mixed results. Mentions publican Mr. Williams doing well, emus in Swanny, and Trainee P Maloney planning 150 to 200 acres at Tenindewa. Also notes M Duplex’s pleasant homestead and a vibrant fruit and vegetable garden nearby.
Railways lineup includes Hickey Mounier Willin Seki Burton King Benzie Atlet Howell Gl ridge Groessler Davey Reunel Ran Gell Smith Holmes Thomas Thomson Eergencien Stramng Park Hammond. Railways and Fire Brigade teams named for 2 pm kickoff with Emergencies and listed substitutes and officials.
An advertisement claims a harmless 8 ounce formula with Cardamans extract Salvado and Simplex elixir can help thin people gain 4 to 6 pounds weekly, improve digestion and nervous symptoms, and brighten eyes while warning it should not be used by those not seeking weight gain.
A probate notice from the Supreme Court lists Ellen Sullivan late of Northampton widow and names Richard John Sullivan as part of the proceedings. The item reflects an official settlement step in the probate docket with readable details about the parties involved.
An old trade card promotes a vermin destroyer claiming to kill vermin, heal sores, and cure ringworm. It asserts hair regrowth and mentions a price of 1 shilling 2d plus 2s 6d with a comb, by J Brin Chemist in Malvern Victoria.
An old newspaper fragment advertises Linsfen Compound as a cough and cold reliever and asthma aid. It also touts Wolfe's Schnapps as a stimulant to brace and support the user. The notice notes a sale extension of one more week for a Geraldton event or promotion near Red Hover.
A largely attended Mechanics Institute meeting in Northampton agreed to elect officers for the upcoming year. Hon. J. M. Drew was named Patron, Lamont as president, and C. A. Counsel as Chairman with R. Worthington as Secretary. The page also notes improved prospects for next New Year’s racing and mentions other local civic items from Northampton August 6.
The Upper Chapman Farmers Association met at the State Farm on July 31. Officers reelected include Chairman John Cooper and Secretary Clarence Balins. Auditors Langafield and Hayward reported a sound financial position and a grant request for £500 to Bowes Estate roads was discussed with ministers and MLAs. A school at Nafiawah was noted and a subcommittee was formed to plan a presentation honoring Secretary Bak tua.
A fragmented report outlines a Geraldton event with many participants including Trigg Smythe Howe Woodward Boyes Blengowe Thomas Loeb and others. It notes teams from Day Dawn Beauly and local sides plus officials and emergencies staff.
An unclear OCR fragment touts a beverage and remedies with whimsical names like Wolfe's Schnapps, promising nationwide use for all weather. It hints at a circus and a commerce angle but contains garbled, nonsequential phrases.
A Markit Street resident describes a severe four year sciatica attack ending after using Dr Williams Pink Pills. He credits gradual pain relief and regained mobility after increasing dosage, urging others not to trust inferior remedies. The ad promotes Dr Williams Medicine Co Australia Ltd Perth and pills priced 2/9 per box, six for 14/3.
Correspondence asserts a labor saving rake for scrub, mallee, and undergrowth. TH. VIAN endorses its use, detailing price, makers Campbell and Co of Adelaide, and notes broad adoption across 200 acres. The letter includes a postscript advertising Linseed Compound medicine.
Mrs Ada Cutler addressed a large audience at the Town Hall on Lib or platform aims and Labour policy. She praised the Labour women and urged active public involvement while defending immigration, housing, wages, and anti poverty measures. The event closed with a vote of thanks to Mrs Butler and a social dance.
A garbled OCR fragment cites chemical terms and brandlike words such as Coagulane and purpomen. It hints at a cement or adhesive factory process for fresh ages but contains no clear events, dates, or entities. The readable words suggest manufacturing jargon without coherent context.
London August 7 report says the test between South Africa and Australia was abandoned due to rain with the two teams level at the time. Scores show South Africa batting first with Taylor and Tancred contributing, while Australia’s top scorers included Jenkinson and Macartney as the innings progressed before rain halted play.
A King s Hall performance draws enthusiastic applause for a thrilling drama featuring a dangerous large snake. Tomorrow Miss Pla White makes her farewell appearance as the program changes and management plans major improvements to handle increased business. A grand opening next Saturday and Sunday, with a joint program by Wil Sinclair, Perth s popular singer, will follow a reopened hall.
A fragmented note promotes non paleoholic refreshment options. It mentions soda water and plain water as palate pleasing and health guarding. The text also references a sales display with large lavyt phase shirts and a Sloane cycling expedition at a discounted pact.
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