Meeting of the Geraldton Golf Club Discusses Finances and Reforms
The annual meeting of the Geraldton club gathered about a score of members at the Clip Hotel. President Mr. Tom Roberta presided, with J A Macdonald conducting to portions. The committee read the year’s report noting expenditures and guarantor relief, donations received, and improvements to the course. Election of officers followed with Mr. A H Grant as president and Mr. I A McDonald as treasurer, while debates touched on rules and the appointment of a handicapper by the committee.
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Antaa
Menibava
Tom
Roberta
J. A. Macdonald
Tobertwheim
Mepistianos
Ohi
T.teenaed
Bern
W. TL
Tomer
Baston
Geraldton
Cys
Balkam War Predicted Darkens Bulgarian Press
A Bulgarian journal linked to the Provisional government warns that the Treaty of Peace offers no path to lasting peace and foresaw a near future war in the Balkans. The piece expresses a grim expectation that renewed conflict would unleash bloodshed across the region.
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SOFTA
Iteharest
Uueaty
Bulgaria
Troly Syted
Balkans
Australia faces reforms in policy speech by Prime Minister Cook
Melbourne reports the Prime Minister Cook outlined a broad policy agenda. He promoted cleaning electoral rolls, a postal vote bill, universal roll alignment, and protections against political funding in courts. The plan includes tariffs review, national insurance, maternity and unemployed benefits, and new rail and railway gauge standards. A navy program funding, timber contracts, and public service reform were also highlighted along with measures on post office management and savings banks consolidation. The speech proposed three commissioners to oversee the post office and ongoing attention to Northern Territory development and land bills.
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Melbourne
Tim
House of Representatives
Mr Cook
Sr Cook
Pacific
Pine Creek
Katherine River
Port Augusta
Northern Territory
Funeral for aviation victim in Aldershot draws vast crowd
The funeral of Mrs. F. Cody, the aviation accident victim, was held at Aldershot. About one hundred thousand people witnessed the service as seven thousand troops from all army units and aviation organizations joined the procession. The Aerial League contributed a wreath inscribed in honor of a brave servant of the Empire.
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London
F. Cody
Aldershot
Aerial League
Donne Light Pilot Plans British Pipane Order
Lieutenant Dunne, ex Army officer, completed a cross-channel light yesterday with automatic stability and minimal control input. The invention, initially rejected by the War Office in 1905, was sold to France and now has a British order for two pipanes to be built.
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London
Dunne
Donne
France
British War Office
Weather Rainfall Report From Geraldton Area
Rainfall data shows 37 points recorded between 6 am and 3 pm across districts including Geraldton Cartanub Mingenew Threa Springs Ureenough and Hay. For August totals a daily record lists various rainfall points with the official end time set at 8 am for the current reporting period.
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Vba
Evang
Geraldton
Jraintston
Cartanub
Mingenewi
Yuna
Threa Springs
Ureenough
Hayy Nllowert
Mit
Gerokiten
Perth Correspondent Notes Treasuries Dept Appointments
Personal telegraph notes a Lands Pot Surveys Department member, EL Mack, appointed Assistant under Treasury after 12 months service. Meeting discussions cover rules, membership tickets, and a show of appreciation for water-work service. Also includes ad blurbs for Linseed Compound and Wolfe's Schnapps.
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Perth
Mack
Treasir
Treasiy
Nis
Golf Club Formed After Geraldton Meeting
A Geraldton meeting at Mr Al T Mills offices promoted a golf course formation. A committee for provision was named with Mills secretary and Ramshaw treasurer to negotiate with the Municipal Council for Commonage use. Over thirty signatories expressed intent to join with initial subscriptions set at half a guinea for ladies and one guinea for gentlemen. A further meeting will pick officers.
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Geraldton
Guinea
Labor Conflict Affects Darling Island Wharf Labor
A Sydney labor dispute reports actions by the Chief Commissioner of Railways substituting permanent gantry men for casual labor at Darling Island. The plan sparked a response from workers and a dismissal order affecting permanent port staff. Details are unclear due to OCR issues.
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Chief Commissioner of Railways
Darling Island
Pwr
Dociduil
Mays
Sunnyside Murder Verdict Declares Mullins Buried
An Ontario jury found the remains of farmer William Mullins were buried and ruled he was murdered on June 30. Daniel Jones was identified as the killer. Mrs Jones was granted bail for two sureties of £100 each.
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Hobart
William “Mullins
Stninyeids
Mullina
Deniel Tones
Houngam
Tonea
Mrs. Jones
Moora Poisoning Case adjourned amid confusion in court
In Moora Court Mary McClymans faced charges of poisoning her husband with strychnine. The husband admitted jealousy toward a bondholder named Arnand. The case was adjourned until tomorrow as nineteen witnesses have been subpoenaed and the inquiry is expected to run until Thursday.
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Moora
Br. A. S. Toe
Moora Court
Toalay
Mary McClymans
Niame
Arnand
Naval base policy review delayed by expected Mesig[?]
A August 12 report from MIFLBOURNE states Parliament discussed government policy on the naval base with review pending until a welcome by Mipishex. An explanation of the position was promised in a few days and possible machine development work would be considered at the meeting.
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Miflbourne
Mipishex
Turf Track Work At Coldpielus Carnival
The report lists morning track work for several horses including Simple Mai and Third Bost erred, with times around six furlongs to a mile. Details mention Full Sait, Umin, TéAjector, and Swagner, noting performances and distances run with varying paces.
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Mim
Umin
Swagner
Tania
Amin
Ned Wat
Zinen Yah Tanka
Betting Odds Live On Newmarket Handicap Field
Aug 12 reports no betting quot tions on Newmarket Handicap or Bowlder Cup with three to one in tiring offered on the field in Kataoorlie region.
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Kataoorlie
Newmarket
Throat and Voice 1 va une chemista
A fragmentary item notes throat and voice topics with unclear reference to a chemist. Details are unreadable and no full names or events can be confirmed from the available text.
Linseed Compound Remedy for Coughs and Colds
An 40 year tested Stockport remedy named Linseed Compound or Kay's Compound Essence of Linseed marketed as a cough and cold treatment. Official spelling and propriety appear inconsistent in the fragment, but it presents a long established remedy claim from Stockport for respiratory relief.
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Kay
Stockport
Western Australia
Western Australia political talk on land, railways, and health
The debate covers land policy, land speculation, and settlement plans. railways and costs. health department efforts for tuberculous patients and public health measures. concerns about patent medicines and alcohol, with comments from officials and opposition figures on drought, development, and mining prospects in the state.
Municipal Election Yields Vacancy Vote Comment
An election held yesterday to fill a 61 vacancy in the rejece area and to the ratepayers for their thanks. The vote of thanks was conveyed and there were no complaints. Clark and Jack were noted as sufficient guarantee that the process was thorough.
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Clark
Jack
The Finest Stamp of Chap Sought in Geraldton Express Offer
A fragment describes a robust man with honest sweat and strong voice as the finest example seen. The note promises a year’s Geraldton Express for twelve shillings and sixpence, mailed with payment and a claim of a cure product named Great Peppermint Cure.
Northamptons Harrowing Accidents Reported Here
From Our Correpond de NORTHAMPTON Aug. 11 serious accidents plague the Northampton district. On Goraliies Row Wanstenicks WL a sulky capsize injured occupants. one man conveyed to hospital with eye damage. A second mine explosion at Haddera No. 1 level wounded Burmastace, admitted to Nurse Moreison’s hospital. Weather turns wet with heavy showers and near nine inches of rain this season. boxing fans await King Brown contest at King's Watch on the 18th with Arthur Browne in training.
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Wanereniogks
Janwaty
Northampton
Goraliies
Wanstenicks
Dorset
Boitera
Haddera
Buri
Burmastace
Moreison
Moyd
Burns
Uheriton
Ireavy Hains
Chi
Murchison
King Trown
Nortanp Tetlans
Arthur Browny
Mick King
King's Watch
Brown
Joel Leo
Tingland
Sydney
N.S.W
Football Team to Visit Perth on 20th Next Month
The squad led by captain Thomax and vice captain W Fathers will visit Perth on the 20th. Selected players must notify secretary Mr Kendrick by Saturday. Practice on Tuesday and Thursday at 5 pm on Recreation Ground. A match against Walkaway Monitors set for Sunday the 17th at Town Ice, with uniform arrangements and lunch provided at Walkaway.
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Perm
Perth
Thomax
W. Fathers
C. Cream
FH. Creeper
Ay Carpenter
C. Doman
A. Evenven
G. Rowe
R. Clarkson
Th Beth
F Mumm
Crbtety
S. Crawford
W. Marshall
Comptm
W. Bryce
1. Keating; Emer
Georins
W. Lynch
Fo’ Byrne
Atc
Retary
WT. Kendrick
Muntors
Daum
Flee Brigade
Tuncheon
The Brick and the Rose
A traveler and companion stop at a countryside inn for a drink. A brick bears a faded face and a rose grave marker triggers memories of a man who threw the brick, fragmenting a tale of memory and fate.
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Herland
Morning Gofers Coffee Aid Promises Instant Brew
A morning helper product named Milemaid Coffee claims instant preparation with water only after adding coffee, milk, and an axle. Marketed as a home aid by Nestles, the device promises ease for growers and homemakers, featuring cups, sticks, and an ACK for quick use.
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Makie
Nestles
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