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Newspaper
Geraldton Express
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Aug 24, 1910
Page
3
The Agricultural Society reported that Royal Society approval was given for prize schedules and a few mine data were promised. Town Hall arrangements for the Show were discussed, with one evening for events and a social on another, while piano placement in the venue was debated and adjusted amid council scrutiny.
Mr. Udy the Government Land Agent visited Sandstone Magnet Magneto Cue Day Dawn Meekatharra and Nar trimming to gauge land demand for goldfields settlers. Of those spoken to many want blocks, with 62 in Sandstone immediately seeking land and several other towns registering interest or awaiting plans for future openings. Residents urge timely releases of 70 000 acres in Emmarioo and Merkanooka areas and request future visits with application forms.
An old Canadian newspaper fragment touts Doan's Backache Kidney Pills as a cure for backache and kidney pain. A reader from Montreal endorses taking the pills after morning pains improved. a doctor’s ad copy urges seeking the remedy and notes price and seller details.
A public notice states the Tee Ceraliton Express is published every Monday, Wednesday and Friday and offered free to any address in the state for twelve gwomthe upon receipt of the address. The garbled text confirms distribution schedule and eligibility for free delivery.
In Wall away, Wanderers beat Dongarra 7 7 to 2 8 in a keen contest umpired by Mr Thompson of Greenough. Dongarra, short of players, used Flats and J Walsh to steady defense but Wanderers’ strong field and handball, led by captain McGuivens, proved decisive. After the game, Wanderers held a dance in Wall with strong turnout. next visit Bootenal on Sunday for a rematch.
An old proverb with slight alteration. It suggests I en to verify by consulting F C Towler when you have job printing to do.
Miss Lulu Benstead headlined a Geraldton Town Hall evening with her concert party. The 18 year old singer drew strong encores as local acts and Miss Fabhte Benstead also performed. A Perth telegram noted tramway reform talks and a Victoria District Turf Club meeting planned at the Cinba Hotel on Friday.
In Melbourne the Honorary Minister stated there were no ready entries to arm those liable for service. A force of 80 000 men would be raised and a small army factory would be built at Lithgow to produce about 15 000 rifles per year, with completion around year end.
Perth police heard sensational statements in a case charging Hy Johnson and EX McGuinness with August robberies including a safe at Freedman. Tob Black, tied to earlier crimes, was recalled amid testimony from Morris Raphael. Grandmother’s house search and a note key linked suspects to multiple robberies while Black denied direct ties to Freedman’s burglary. The case was adjourned.
The Amalgamated Society of Engineers has sent district rate demands to the Tran TradEy Employers Federation of S A seeking increased wages and better conditions in Adelaide Port Adelaide and Gawler. The movement could affect engineering trades and several foundries. The society accuses employers of delaying conference talks citing inopportune time. The amended rules are returnable on Sept.
Reports say trouble has occurred at two South Coast collieries with the situation described as grave. Six wheelers at Mt Pleasant Colliery received the first day of the new award, prompting a meeting to address the matter. At Metropolitan Colliery the underground manager refused reinstatement, prompting a miners deputation and possible action before the district delegate board.
Yesterday in the Legislative Assembly Mr Seaddan moved adjournment to draw attention to unrest. An exciting debate followed as the Government offered an interpretation of the Arbitration award and the Opposition motion was defeated 24 to 22. Charges against Messrs Troy and O Loguen were discussed and referred to the police court tomorrow.
A long, rudimentary report warns that sharing drinking glasses can spread cancer and other diseases. It urges health authorities to enforce cleanliness standards, especially at chalets and bars, and advises patrons to ask about cleaning methods and running water availability.
The Town Clerk and the Secretary of the Northern Development Ts relay a communique to Mr A Lethhinge, secretary to the Defence Department. A vessel named Parturitte and Yurva with four destroyers will call at Geraldton on voyage from Scotland. The date of arrival is to be advised. the letter orders detention of the boats for a few hours.
The Turf notes a fine weather day for the Cup meeting at Kalgoorlie on Wednesday. Attendance was good and crowds enjoyed events including hurdles and a Federal Welter Plate. Contenders mentioned include Milner, Glenella, and Caughing with notable entries in the Kalgoorlie Cup and related events.
Thomas Roberts, architect, residing at the Commonwealth Hotel Geraldton, declares his intention to apply at the next Licensing Meeting for a General License for the male house and upper rooms at Terrace Geraldton. The premises, containing twenty five bedrooms and six sitting rooms, are currently leased from Patrick Stine and operated by William Henry Janes. Roberts states he has never held a license. Dated August 9 1910.
A fragmented OCR item reports Arnott's Living Pictures introducing a changes policy at its theaters. The note references patrons, paths, and possible adjustments to cinema center operations, though the legible text is incomplete and unclear.
Householders certify Thomas Roberts Gerabiton is of good fame to keep an inn with safe alcohol. Witnesses George Rowam Charles Conway Chas Part rhe Arthie Hooper Ryan Alie Mule Macmarean Alt Mills Burlachor street Geraldton. Application supported by solicitor months August 1910.
The Engineman's Union acted after allegations of funds misappropriation by general secretary W.E. Abbott. A Faynes and Co audit covered Jan 1908 to Jan 1910 showing misappropriations of 50 pounds 15 shillings 10 pence in 1908 and 66 pounds 9 shillings 11 pence in 1909 totaling 107 pounds 5 shillings 9 pence, with some repaid and further unaccounted sums. Delegates expelled Abbott and planned to inform other unions and the Registrar of Friendly Societies.
A meeting of the Association held at the Hallway Hotel on Siueday with fourteen members present under Mr D Warren in the chair. Minutes mention confirmation of previous minutes, correspondence from Public Works and Lands departments, and appointments for cemetery trustees. Proposals include urgent grant for road works near Milwea and adoption of bulk grain handling. Also a note on a publican license application for Geraldton.
A two year old chestnut filly named Cauldron by Simmer Witchem Oly Cauldron bolted while being walked on the road at Vermont. She collided with a fence and was destroyed due to injuries. The colt fetched 169 guineas at auction and the rider sustained a slight concussion.
The Geraldton Express announces a subscription offer published three times weekly. It states the newspaper is free to any address in the state for twelve months on receipt of 19/8 in advance.
Wee the undersigned certify that Hw above Jane Sin Marshall of the Shantuck Hotel Silverrald-street Geratitint is properly licensed to be Teeased as an inn or public house for the date stated. Witnessed this afternoon day of August, 18xx by Prunster and attorneys for applicant.
A fragment mentions Sandy MacDonald in Kentucky, noting a ten year old whisky and a bottled ale named McCraq Ken's Ak. The text is garbled but hints at tasting or beverage references and brand-like names within a local notice style.
Text appears as corrupted OCR with numerous garbled names and phrases. It mentions individuals like Zeek Vernon and references to a Farce print and military bits, but lacks coherent events, dates, or locations to establish a clear news item or outcome.
Miss Jessie Ackermann delivered a public lecture in Tan Hall Jerusalem recounting an 18 month Palestine pilgrimage of about 2000 persons. She described the Damascus to Jerusalem route scenes, Russian pilgrims, and the costly journey, drawing vivid contrasts and receiving close attention from the audience.
A garbled OCR fragment describes a protest or petition related to a national agenda. It mentions a figure named Wise Nekermann and a claim that a medical or social policy affects women in Suetratia. The text also references a franchise with a 1 percent fee and a walking distance term, plus a women’s petition and rights.
Miss Ackermann visited the local scene this morning and formed a new branch of the Victoria Levene Teaeue. She planted two trees in Thee State wetoal to promote a national spirit among citizens, memorializing Useesent Mike Ackermann.
An event at the Town Hall presented by arrangement with Mr Sudhalestiny Ackermann features a performance titled How I Earned My Living into Blunts of London. The program includes a slowed 1x0 picture sequence and an adacene between acts.
A verbose polemic critiques the Parliament Address and the ministry for wasting time on speeches. It condemns the assembly’s indecision, highlighting the Prime Minister's majority and urging focus on substantive legislation rather than rhetoric.
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