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Newspaper
Geraldton Express
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Aug 19, 1910
Page
3
The Northern Development meets this evening at Mr Brede's office to discuss subdividing this area into smaller lots, with Hawes blocks devoted to intensive cultivation and agriculture. The meeting also addresses a planned transit route along rivers, and notes the looming arrival of the Minister for report.
The Geraldton Liedertafel presented its 13th concert in the Town Hall on Wednesday, led by Mr A Ty Mile and featuring new voices and arrangements. The performance showcased strong choral effort despite tenor weaknesses, with praised numbers including Oh Peaceful Night and Away, while soloists like Mr Kempton and Mr Nash received mixed acclaim for tone and stage presence.
A Monday Wednesday and Friday free bulletin titled Geraldten Exareas announces distribution to any address. The notice emphasizes free delivery and broad accessibility, indicating regular publication cadence and inclusive outreach without subscription.
A 70 year old man credited Cuticura with curing a year long skin itch in one week. The brief item notes relief and promotes the remedy's effectiveness for old skin conditions.
Northhampton notes announce four entertainments at the Working Men's Hall this week with Lodholz's pictures on the 17th and 18th and the Helters on the 19th and 20th. Improvements at the Miners Arm Hotel aim to add a hats front and a billiard room, with old rooms converted to bedrooms for better public accommodation. First ore being won in the Badara lead mine, more lands opened, carting to start soon. Weather reported as fine with a few light showers.
Averages of Railways Club players for the 1909 10 season surface. Batting and bowling tallies compiled for the club that stood as premiers. Names and figures listed reflect last season performances and contributions across matches.
A coy ist bat WALR will parade at eight o clock tonight and Sunday morning at nine. Men to assemble in plain clothes at the Drill Hall for both parades. Sunday drills emphasize practical instruction toward active service. One meal to be brought to the haverrack. Star Sergeant Major Cui Hen to supervise, aided by plans from Perth. Wolfe's Schnapps mentioned in ad copy.
Members Herp and Becalyt face eligibility by attending six or more parades. Those who meet the requirement may shoot for the sporting rifle valued at 20 guineas, presented by the Hon Colonel of the Regiment. Valforwa is expected to be available by the end of next week.
Crowded notes describe sunny days and bustling Chapman district events. A parade of locals, railway opening, garden blooms, and public wit paints a lively scene with Timmy Lauders almond paradise and festive mood amid weather talk and road board debates.
Dalgety and Company Ltd report for the week ending August 17 shows London wheat prices hardening early in the week to about 39/6 then easing. Reports from Melbourne and Adelaide note market softening later in the week with prices around 4/1. The overall week sees fluctuations in wheat values across major markets.
A pure whisky ten years old. All leading hotels say tired tee.
Prices for prime chaff range from 4/13 to 24/12/8 with firm demand for late week, oats holding around 8/5 to 9/4 and Tasmanian tout whites steady. Supplies remained tight for certain chaff types while oats and bran show modest shifts, market amounts and quality notes vary across lines.
An advert for Dr Williams Pink Pills claims improved blood supply cures anaemia and related symptoms. The testimonial from Mrs M. McMensforth details pale complexion, fatigue, shortness of breath, headaches, and near fainting before noting dramatic recovery after using the pills. Pills priced 4/9 per box, 13/3 for larger quantities, offered by Williams Medicine Co. Australia.
Melbourne reports the death of Bartholomew Gleeson aged 37, an official for several sporting institutions. Police found a bottle of poison, and a letter. Money troubles were cited as the motive. Gleeson had been worried over finances lately.
The labor bodies plan to hold half a conference with one delegate from each union to coordinate aspects in the work. They also intend to seek cooperation from other States to advance their aims.
In Welnourne on a Thursday the Defence Act Amendment Bill was explained by Mr Pearce minister for defence who moved its second reading. He claimed nonpartisan support and outlined compulsory military training rising to 26 hours. The act would come into force in September with a plan for 100000 male cadets and 13000 aged 25 to 30 on a budget of £2 9s. The debate was adjourned.
Melbourne officials consult with Mr Hughes and municipal authorities on the Federal Land Tax connected to public land held for public purposes. The discussion notes exemptions apply to land held by public authorities and tied to public use.
In Perth on Friday about fifty men applied for tramway vacancies left by late workers. Seventeen qualified for licenses, enabling limited tram service with a half dozen cars. Public reaction was muted amid sympathy and crowds at intersections. Several arrests occurred during clashes, including a Labour member of Parliament. Authorities stated the matter was being handled properly.
At the Lerakton Local Court Frederick George Anderson sued AU Railways for 264 in damages after fires started by locomotive sparks burned 90 acres of feed at Bradley's and 140 acres at Georgina, destroying fencing and crops. Witnesses described fires, rail operations, and alleged negligence in spark arresters and coal use amid expert testimony and government precautions.
Melbourne reports preliminary estimates place the Federal capital building cost at £50,000. Government discussion centers on the Canberra site location and the attitude of officials toward the project.
Melbourne correspondence records Mr O Malley arguing that standardization along the Port Augusta to Kalgoorlie line should come first before railway construction. The remark appears amid a broader question about regional unity and project timing.
Fragmentary note reports a proposed amendment to the federal electoral law allowing voting by post. It mentions abolition of a certain toll or barrier and outlines key changes to voting accessibility by mail. Further specifics are unreadable in the snippet.
The world sculling championship on the Zambezi River pitted Rishard Arnst of Australia against Ernest Barry of England. Arnst led from the start and held a clear lead at the mile, finishing two lengths ahead as Barry faded in the final stretch.
A Friday report from Balgoorlie notes a break in at the Golden Zone mine where thieves stole money and a quantity of word torm from a safe. The thieves gained access via a combination for the lock and opened the safe without causing damage.
The inquiry at Kanowna examines the assault on Cox and Fulton as the coroner orders a committal for trial on the charge of manslaughter. The case centers on a fatal blow and the subsequent inquest proceedings.
James Byers, the shunter, was injured at Moves yesterday and had both legs amputated below the knees. He remains in a very low state but doctors hold hope for recovery.
Mr D. R Ginat resigned a petition to the Geraldton Road Board. An election to fill the vacancy will be held on Sept. Nominations for the vacant seat on the Greenmuth Roads Board will be received by the chairman until 11 oclock on Monday next.
Fragmentary OCR text appears to discuss kidney disease themes and medical practice without clear names, dates, or places. The readable portion mentions questions about protection or treatment related to a condition, but specifics are unavailable in the legible lines.
A fragment hints at Wolpe's Schmapps as a curious stimulant, described as a potent form of arousal. The note suggests a sensational, perhaps satirical, take on a then-current substance, implying public interest and medical debate.
Mr Short, Commissioner of Railways, met business men to discuss freight on firewood, railway accommodation at Geraldton, storage space, locomotive repairs, and minor ramp alterations. He noted no freight reduction, considered site options for a new railway station, and planned a siding at the Sandil crossing.
About two score lads from Day Dawn arrive to Geraldton for a junior football match this afternoon at the Recreation Ground. The Associa tion postponed the premier whip match to welcome visitors. The program lists seven Dawn players and a Geraldton-Rovers side.
The late contest between town and country players appeared one sided though many teams were praised. Rumors spoke of pivotal lines and strategies with leaders like Lowns and mentions of Valenco, Mi, and the Wongan Fille. The piece rails at invasion fears and the imagined alignments shaping a dramatic regional rivalry.
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