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Newspaper
Geraldton Express
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Aug 30, 1907
Page
3
Local coverage notes the proposed new Geraldton journal named as a vehicle for advertising public affairs while citizens clash over event organization and policing. Reports mention the railway route, the governor general’s visit, and delays at the jetty. Names include Nor thy and Patrick among others, with exports dipping and police court fines recorded.
A Balgoorlia resident named Siti reports a cure after a food related ailment. Medical officials indicate the treatment centered on dietary adjustments and traditional remedies. Community members celebrate the recovery as a sign of renewed health and local care.
An apparent roster of players from Amated Lotwean trad repos bling Magnes and Geraldton is provided for a football match scheduled tomorrow afternoon against Victoria Sanarn. The article lists numerous players including Jagrel, Paracora, Daw non, Howth, Watson, Brown, Allen, Dalley, Usui, Shuray, Kidney, and others, with attendance notes and a late start expectation after 2:45 PM.
A lively report describes a public meeting with members of various churches about the Training Farm at Burwood Victoria. Speaker Mr Cole critiqued rural labor issues and highlighted the farm’s aim to support vulnerable men and boys by offering work and housing, seeking official support for a new wing to house 50 residents. The gathering included hymns from Westley Church and a mayoral presiding vote, finishing with a note on Wolfe's Schnapps as a malicinal remedy for renal complaints.
The annual Skating Club Carnival took place at Masonic Hall on Wellday or Wellngshay evening. Prize winners were Miss Ton Gilmore and Mr. Griteh Red Tnitian, with elaborate lampshade themed décor and extensive attendee lists from many local names.
A Bristol mother reports her boy was saved by Cuticura Soap and Cuticura Ointment after failed treatments. She details rapid improvement after using one cake of soap and two boxes of ointment, claiming a full cure and praising the products.
Fragmentary OCR recalls Cuticura Seap and Cure claims for immediate relief from skin irritation and eruptions. Mentions discomforts, rest, and urging cautious use for children and adults alike amid garbled phrases and missing details.
The Legislative Council received the Joint Committee on the Federal tariff report from the Council Secretary. The report was read and noted as the House adjourned to resume on Tuesday, September 10.
Notice of motion by Mr T L Brown Geraldton to lay papers on Licensing Act inspector files and related papers on the table. Debate on the Federal Tariff report aroused opposition remarks but the report passed without division. Land Tax Bill and Vaccination Hill committee report also noted with government support and criticism. Wolfe’s Schnapps advertised as a tonic beverage.
Fragmented market brief from Porth listing items such as London stock names and dividends with prices like £6 6s 0d and £10 1s 0d, plus a note to hold over Nelson's Column and other matters.
Lawrence Burnet Bradley faced a police court hearing for indecent conduct with a girl under 16 on Thursday the 22nd. Stella Houston testified about events near the five mile and the canal where Bradley allegedly touched her neck and kissed her. The defense argued the charge should be indecent exposure, not indecent dealing, and the case was adjourned pending further proceedings.
Testimony in a Perth area reparation hearing details alleged cruelty by Ellen Thee's husband in Mingenew. She claimed constant abuse over twenty years including threats to murder, attempted confinement and violence. Cross examination cited prior injuries and allegations of intimate affairs. adjournment set for tomorrow morning.
The funeral of Mrs Haselden and a marriage at RC Church Geraldton are reported. The cortege left Chapmen road at 4 pm with many mourners led by pallbearers A. du Toutoy A. Wilson and others. Wreaths from numerous families accompany the service. A quiet wedding occurred Monday at the RC Church Geraldton with Rev O Marlay officiating between Edward Gondwit and Moe Donin. The bride wore a mauve dress with pink trim. bridesmaid wore pink. Gifts listed include linen, curtains, and table covers from various attendees.
London reports Parliament prorogued yesterday during the speech of the king at Revel Commission. The meeting of the Colonial Conference drew deep satisfaction from the monarch and confirmation that state meetings would follow a fixed schedule, though details remain unsettled.
In a Thursday interview Mr Lacey MCC says Australis team now numbers 14 and is complete while Hirst denies promising to join Australia for another £100. Also reported Ginn plans to winter in Australia for health reasons. Venezuelan creditors report Hague Tribunal award condemning Venezuela to pay £400,000 to Belgian creditors.
Thirty armed convicts escaped from a French Guiana prison. The escape was reported as coordinated by police authorities and the fugitives are being hunted in the district.
London reports Lord Milner in the House of Lords charging the Government with aiding the Toera against British interests. United press items note Roosevelt reportedly moving battleships to the Pacific in December to woo South Pacific states, while unrest persists in India with student riots and police intervention during trials of National Volunteers. An Eastern Bengal planters’ dispute and a Calcutta High Court ruling on death sentences in a planter murder case are also mentioned.
London reports that fifteen other persons inching Afghentia Nationalist candidates for South Longford face trial in London on a charge of cattle driving. An alarmist Vienna smallpox outbreak prompts frantic crowds amid vaccination efforts.
During paratrooper maneuvers at Parra Roumania a schoolmaster insulted locals, prompting a clash. Military forces intervened as attackers fled, many injured and the hotel where occupants stayed damaged. Local authorities investigate the incident and identify responsible parties.
The death of Neleot Morriss, a wealthy Chicago meat packer, is reported with an estate estimated between 215000000 and £25000000. A boxing match between Snowy Walker and Broomfield is planned with a trophy and favorable conditions noted.
A bustling long item notes a grand shivoo at Town Hall with a military concert and dances this evening. It praises Progres Committee efforts and municipal honors, mentions a mayoral silver crate, and hints at local political skirmishes over the Coolganne water scheme and a council session led by Patrick MLC.
Jubilant William Lyne receives congratulatory messages via telegraphs from workers in Tay Dawn and the Murchison after a tariff protection move. Messages relay broad support, noting the tariff as a protective measure and celebrating the political milestone.
Constables Sayers and Flemming arrived with Tammy in custody over the April loss of gin and a child at Kalgoortie. The aboriginal individual faces reproach as authorities pursue a formal inquiry into the incident and related grievances.
A man named George Allproms was injured yesterday at Narra Tarra leat mine when earth fell. The accident occurred near Mr. Shephert's Narra Tarra location with further particulars to follow.
The text extols Chamberlains Cough Remedy as strengthening the system and throat, noting it tones the mucous membrane to resist exposure and relieves the youngest as well as adults. It claims reliability and wide praise, with sales through chemists and stores.
In a June and July trial the defence argues the plaintiff did not finish her duties before leaving two days after confinement. Counsel for the plaintiff is Mr C Mann, while Mr A T defends.
The funeral for Mrs Alprom was held this morning in the Anglican section of Geraldton Cemetery. Rev Fr Saunders officiated at the graveside. A large crowd accompanied the hearse to the grave, with many members of the John Shipton Lodge MUT.0.0.F. in attendance.
Mrs Frank Mille thanks all who attended the funeral of her late husband Me Haat.
Deez and Company Limited postponed the sale advertised for Friday September 6. The lots will be sold to the highest bidders. Some items are overloaded from the gas company and others are in forward condition. A few good mills are also included in the mix.
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