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Newspaper
Geraldton Express
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Aug 12, 1907
Page
4
Members of the Legislative Assembly harshly questioned the government over the Port Hedland camel landing and quarantine handling. Critics faulted ministers for lax inspection, late action, and insufficient accountability while debating investigations, responsibilities of officials, and impact on local communities and timing of reports.
A fragment warns against unsafe opiate cough medicines and urges caution when treating a spouse or child. It condemns unsafe practices and reminds readers to rely on trusted chemists and apothecaries for safe remedies.
A parliamentary session discusses government handling of a fly affecting stock at Port Hedland and Geraldton, with ministers accused of frivolous stance and slow action. Questions arise about the accuracy of government reports, the role of ministers, and the impact on North West settlers and trade. The discussion cites stock losses, camel and cattle concerns, and calls for clearer accountability and prompt inquiry.
Fragmentary OCR note discusses dry tickling coughs and remedies. Mentions cough suppression, tonics, narcotics like morphine, and cautions about dependence. Warns against ineffective mixtures and emphasizes seeking true relief through trusted remedies.
A fragmentary entry mentions a newer event at Hevrlake Pariner Wik with unclear wording and potential observational notes. The readable portion provides no clear names, dates, or actions to confirm details.
Crook Ayp Piavre from New Zealand wins decisively at Darien in a 145 point performance. The event features Pavilion style showings by local riders and judges, with Crook earning top honors as the Young Vanquisher and setting a notable mark against a field of contenders.
A reader signs a personal admonition on virtues such as patience debt payment and self restraint. The letter also extols Chamberlain's Tablets as a remedy for indigestion describing it as the best medicine the writer has used and recommends it to others. The note is attributed to nome Woods' Great in High-street Car terton N Z.
The racing stallion Trafargar, described as a beautifully bred horse by Piet Fair and Nowmaster lineage, will chant at Screwberry Farm from August 25. The notice highlights Trafargar's victories across multiple distances in Western Australia, including Swan Stakes and various cup events, under trainer S. Watson of Strawberry Farm.
Advertises Bonnington’s Irish Moss as the standard family remedy for coughs colds and chest ailments. Warns against substitutes and notes Bonnington’s Woods Great Peppermint Cure for coughs and colds. Price 1 shilling 6 pence.
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