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Newspaper
Geraldton Express
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Aug 19, 1907
Page
3
Report from London this morning notes a grave shift in Morocco as European residents flee rising threats. Moroccan villages evacuate en masse while refugees seek shelter aboard warships. At Casablanca French and Spanish troops encamp nearby as Moorish forces mass, signaling a likely sanguinary clash ahead.
On Thursday evening a branch of the Motor Association opened in the Mechanics Institute Dongarrs by West Aumbaiian District officers. Twenty six candidates presented themselves for initiation and were admitted amid speeches and a convivial supper. Officers named included N G Tra We A Kenworthy and others, with a celebratory close to the gathering.
In a windy clash at the military encampment, the Rovers defeated Country Districts 11 to 7 after a strong first half. Eaton led with four goals, while Kidd, Bell, Tale, and Sullivan added singles for the winners, as Hawn and the umpires kept a tight but fair game.
A note claims the Railway Football Club official sought to clarify a reported controversy about player signings. After inquiries the chief withdraws earlier statements and confirms the player’s participation was legal. He says no permission was granted for teams to improvise rosters during the period.
Old members of the Manchester Unity succeed in forming a new Northampton branch. Friday evening saw 26 initiates at the Northamton Logal Hampton Lodge ceremony, with district officers from several towns attending. A banquet at Tailway Hotel followed, featuring toasts and remarks on the district’s prospects and local gains in prosperity.
William Hicks of Gippsland was pinned beneath a fallen tree during ploughing near Melbourne on Saturday evening. The gust toppled the tree, trapping him momentarily but he managed to escape serious injury by landing in a firrols seedling.
The match remained evenly contested as the visitors edged Australia by six goals to four. Snally secured two wins while Australia managed one, reflecting a tight but decisive series outcome.
News from Auckland states the schooner Charlotte with a crew of sixty and sixty natives is lost after leaving Nifoan on July 12. The vessel was wrecked on the coast of Tonge.
A drowning incident near Kawatiri occurred while attempting to peer for mails from a sinker station. Darat Daly, Arthir Ware and Tiphart were among those who drowned during the attempt.
Telegram from Katanning reports a violent incident at a neighbor’s farm. Stone confronted Mobert’s household, leading to blows and a brawl. George sustained injuries, Stone was arrested, later treated at Katanning Hospital, and the Mobert family was summoned.
A young woman May Koss suddenly lost memory after being found unwell in Melbourne streets. She was taken to hospital with no memory of her identity or why she was there. Later a clergyman aided recovery when she glimpsed recognition, restoring memory and identifying the patient.
A sad fatal accident occurred at the Miclaide Tloonds inn in Piswpton this afternoon. The horse Plornie Knox ridden by Mrs Alien CR Roseman collided with Youngeraie, throwing the rider. Aaron ine the rirker, and the horse then struck the tower. The Jartr was knocked unconscious and later died.
A nurse or relative applied for exhumation of a young man's body at Kiw Cemetery after death at a confectionery factory. The doctor’s certificate questioned natural versus accidental death and the proceedings continued under a magistrate’s order. The deceased, age 49, reportedly died from a skull wound suspected to be accidental during work.
A Perth report details a fatal fire in Waroona yesterday afternoon. A person attempted to save valuables inside a burning house but was overcome by smoke and burned to death. Further names and exact circumstances are unclear due to damaged text.
A sensational incident occurred on a Sydney Bundy journey when a young man named Witherspoon attacked seven fellow passengers with a knife and pistol knife. He chased others to the door as passengers fled the car. A constable arrived at Picton and subdued the assailant after a struggle. Witherspoon was then restrained and removed from the carriage.
This afternoon Mr W B Randle manager of the Perth Why Pay Rent department will leave here in a few days for Geraldton after leaving the district appointment.
Notice states W B Duplex claims land or road portion along property and seeks closure of road No 1904 through Lot 41 Mt Brin. Upper Chapman Rowdx Board referenced with dates March 31 1905 and August 10 1907. Public record note appears in government grant context.
Metropolitan Matchias detailed Saturday results show North Fremantle beating Port by 7 joints, Fremantle edging Port by points, and Fremantle reserves defeating Ewan by 2 goals to 1. East Fremantle defeated Midland Junction by 6 points. Kingston Ex-Scholare fell to Young Australia by 16 points. Also mentions Fremantle reserves and Peppermint Cure pricing.
An advertisement extols Yam-Buk Medicinal Soap as a natural tonic for the skin preventing impurities and disease. It promises softer, healthier skin with daily cleansing and urges purchase from chemists, stores, or directly from Zam-Buk Mfg Co at 10 Witt Street.
The Canadians dominated the match with a strong start, scoring four goals early as they took control. Australia rallied but fell short as the visitors maintained the lead in a continental lacrosse clash at the oval.
A historical note touts Woods' Great Peppermint Cure as a remedy for coughs and colds with bold claims. The short prose advertises its effectiveness and promises quick relief, reflecting period medical advertising language.
Fragmented report recounts a fatal accident in a Sydney Pleton journey, a schooner wreck near Tongan Coast, and political disputes in Perth. It notes exhumation and post mortem, a railway car incident, and a court fine for a window crime amid broader Parliamentary debate.
The Perth Sunday Times criticizes Lord Northcote's visit, declaring anti journalistic sentiment and urging Victorian press unity against the “pressman’s” antics. It notes expressions of disdain for the Governor General’s appearance and calls for restraint amid the controversy.
A report details how reporters were denied public access to certain royal processions during Lord Mayor events in London. It notes practices of other cities, mentions the Associated Press origins, and describes how writers like George Augustus Sala adapted to restraining attendance and note taking.
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