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Newspaper
Geraldton Express
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Dec 15, 1913
Page
3
Geraldton council discusses bathing facilities, ward redistribution, and subdivision rules. Debate centers on improving seaside baths, housing space restrictions, and future city status, with emphasis on health and urban planning while officials review charter prospects and road map for projects.
The article lists rifle shooting scores from the December Spoon Shoot won by Lieut Mountain with Sergt Allen close behind. Notable placements include Lieut Mountain at 67 and Pyte W. Mountain at 24 67, others such as Pyte JA Boye 75 and Lieut C Gibbings BI 1 74. A separate note mentions Dalgety’s sale of grantsh maresh.
Paris reports French boxer Carpentier remains unsettled over an offer to box Rodney Fis. The AutA asserts the existing challenge did not deprive Talinkan of the championship, only a suggestion some countries may not accept.
London report notes Gray defeated Falkiner in a final match with a wide margin 48 000 to 16 225. The text also mentions the Inman 10 Way Championship with Mel Morrison defending a title in a central control Elu championship.
Lontion December 24 reports 5000 Leeds tram workers and Yorkshire city workers join a strike against corporate employees demanding a wage increase of 2a a week. The city remains in darkness except for one area with limited electric light from lamp standards.
PERIT December 13 notes a heated discussion between railway workers of the Amalgamated Society and Minister Collier. A full report of the interview and deputation to Parliament was presented, with accompanying documents detailing the railway trouble and proceedings.
Perth December 15 A report prepared by Chief Electoral Officer Wr. Stenberg on proportional representation has been presented to Parliament. It outlines a scheme for electoral reform suitable for Western Australia, including majority minority representation and proportional lists, and cites examples from Sweden Finland France and Tasmania.
London December 14 A rumor says the Anquith Government and Colonial factors may have arranged terms in the Home Rule debate Mr. Berrill M P speaking at Derby last night claimed the Liberal Party intends to place preliminary action in the hands of Mr. Asaph.
The House of Assembly PERT on December 15 notes the session ran until 2.30 am Saturday with town estimates and the Appropriation act under discussion. Government actions and fiscal measures were reported as progressing amid tight clock time.
In Durban on December 13 1967 South Africa reached 182 runs, with Taylor contributing 19 percent. The innings left the team 4 wickets down at the start, while the international match details remain incomplete.
Wellington reports that the New Waters Union will prioritize those who joined before noon, leading most members of the old union to switch, with only a few extremists remaining. The decision was announced today and is expected to end the split among workers.
Perth racing notes list tote betting and favourites for the Derby with multiple plates and events held across the afternoon. Outsiders like Cockatea led the Cup in bold style while Corrstep and other runners show varied odds in the day’s results.
Dispatch from Sydney reports Labor leading in seven metropolitan seats as Tasmania votes conclude. With 90-member Assembly, Liberals hold 36 and an independent speaks, potential Speaker role expected as next state election approaches. Labor gains tally across metropolitan districts amid ongoing results.
Mehard Haynes and Tom Burns are noted figures in Teeih and Mioduarta. Symon left for Porth and may travel to Syd mi Seen in town last week. Robert Alten, long associated with Abe Murchison firewood and coaching, now resides in Nortrampton with new interests. Tetontiniedt illness has diminished his former vigor.
Railways beat Geraldton by a narrow margin on the first day, posting 127 and then restricting Geraldton to 105 in a feisty two innings. Key contributions came from Healey and Kidd for Railways, while Geraldton’s Stedman Lyons and Newmarsh led their batting with stubborn resilience, though the bowling supported by East and Kidd kept the scoring in check.
Fragmentary match summary lists players such as McDonald Warren Oates Meadowcroft Overhou Bradenreg and Grocaster with innings details and dismissals. The text is garbled, making full alignment of teams scores and event unclear, but indicates a cricket scorecard style record with multiple bowled and out outcomes.
The fragment lists Belmont event odds with Pilbarta Dakay and Lucky Beggar in a rough order. It mentions weights, planed vest, and race terms, with unclear figures like 210 1 Rewboor and 7 to 1 for Lucky Beggar, plus distances such as a mile and 66 yard segments.
The piece records a mix of weather changes with heavy wheat farming concerns and mentions local events. Readers learn about Mr Pdwaeyl and Mrs Harker, along with several town names and personal notes, reflecting a period of unsettled conditions and agricultural strain.
A Presentation College display and examinations are described with details of staff and students including Miss Kaphteon Kenasty, Miss Rita Guar, and Mrs. Byam. The text notes exams in spelling grammar geography and typing, an implication of a school event at Uae Hall Avenue Histon. A store sale on December 20 is advertised locally.
A Kilwonna mining registrar report discusses Messrs Valance and Titake seeking to mine two to three tons of ore from Millpathie and stom, with several alluvial patches mapped near Kumavena. Notes on prospectors Whittaker and the Stony Option Syndicate, plus shifts in underlay shafts and vein workings, suggest ongoing exploration and potential yields into the coming year.
A torn text fragment describes a political gathering with mentions of figures such as Teasing ton, A. Chewn Seertlare, and others. It references the district council, state executive, and efforts to bring tales up to date. The language hints at party activity and procedural notes for election considerations.
The article notes council pressure to address rising electoral rolls in Northampton with 80400 names projected by year-end. It describes a district event featuring school pupils, teachers, and officials, praising performances while focusing on crowding and administrative steps to manage the expanding roll.
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