12 Aug 1907
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Newspaper
Geraldton Express
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Aug 12, 1907
Page
1
In a report from Hampton Yur concrete and sap tracks, 9 Mil Nort activity details a railing stow incident. Names and specifics are partially obscured but indicate material handling and possible procurement irregularities. Further clarification is needed to confirm entities and actions.
From Our Own Correspondent reports near Greenough heavy rains caused widespread flooding the worst in twenty years. Wheat under water risks ruin while stock delayed lambing and farm work. Dams burst and several residents, including Grant Readhead and Davis, suffer losses. G.K. Watson pushes farmer interests as rain persists and Walkaway’s Wallace hotel gains praise in Nutshells.
Letters criticize Crowther station as a cost to Perth business and push for a direct Upper Chapman line. Promoters gain praise for the timing of a movement to improve public access, with calls to unite residents and push for railway surveys to proceed and remove the Crowther stop at the junction. Wood’s Great Peppermint Cure is endorsed for bronchial coughs.
Charles Day of Davyhurst recalls the discovery near Mile Gully credited to Geo Woodley and Hendon and L eats the Rah. He says Woodley pressed a quartz claim called One Star of the East but no work was done. he urges inquiries to station owners Watson and Jones for corroboration. July 24.
A letter from Frank McCluskey of Fairview, Wehity’s Landing appeals for a bull shelter shed to protect women and children from heavy rain and wind at a Webb’s platform used by 40 people. He notes two years of efforts, department delays, and seeks support from a local member to act. Passengers faced soaked clothes and discomfort during daily travel to Geraldton as rain and gale conditions persist.
A vintage ad warns about dull skin from poor soap and promotes Zom-Buk Soap as a cleansing antiseptic. It claims velvety texture, skin health, and anti irritant action, recommending regular use and keeping a tablet in the bathroom. Mentions the product from The Zamn-Huk Mfg Co of Sydney and a peppermint cure priced 1/6.
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