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Newspaper
Geraldton Express
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Dec 31, 1909
Page
3
A young Victorian woman Eleanor Prine aged 22 drowned at Sorrento while attempting to rescue her sister Miss Price. Fellow swimmer Mr Daver was saved. Eleanor's body disappeared beneath strong undercurrents as onlookers and rescuers battled the water and current.
The article reviews the amateur dramatic season with praise for performers such as Miss Carson and Mr Tooley, noting strong audience support in rural venues and the Geraldton Society's central role. It also details local events including funeral arrangements, council proceedings, police notes, and upcoming church and civic activities in the town and surrounding districts.
Real art personal property valued at £35054 formed part of Sir Thomas Bent estate in Melbourne. The estate consists largely of land and related contracts tied to land sales. It is understood the assets will realise slowly due to heavy interest rates and ongoing income obligations. Will Lake is mentioned as a likely point for obtaining funds from tangling arrangements.
A fragmented telegram appears to note a man using a brush up to four hours before Mia's death, then reports his peaceful passing in Australia soon after. The text is garbled, but implies a deceased individual connected to an Australian arrival and a delayed wake.
An inquest at Malbourne on Thursday examined the death of 32 year old Macy Agnes McGuinness. The evidence suggested her body showed signs of distress and appeared to have drowned herself at St Kilian. The inquiry found circumstances indicating recent illness and suffering prior to death.
A Melbourne report states postal commission officials may not convene prior to the elections. The article notes the commission plans a meeting after the electoral period, outlining procedural steps and anticipated timing.
Telegrams describe an attack where a man broke Ms right jaw and bit several times while she slept with Ure Walogny and left his wallet behind at Strep. The report notes forceful assault and theft details, naming involved parties and locations.
Fragmentary race report from Kalgoorlie describes a Wednesday night Westral Wheel Race with incomplete names and placements. Mentions Cleatinl munch titers mate TL Rolfe, IL Pruner UA8irds, Hendy, Caryivals, and other garbled entries amid a Bond race Relic note and scattered terms.
The Perth Wether notes racing plans for a horse to be moved to Melbourne and details about weights and expectations for the Cup. It reports on an uptick in accidents over the holiday period, with police struggling to manage traffic and prevent injuries as crowds disrupt travel.
In a brisk two round boxing match at Perth, Morey showed quick defense and rapid straight work to defeat Jessop by a close margin. The crowd welcomed the result as a strong performance with prominent ringside figures including Corbett and Moyle in attendance.
A terrible acetone burning accident occurred during the week at a location in Melbourne. It resulted in the death of two children, a girl aged about five and a boy aged around three.
A Melbourne woman, Mrs Cloughiton, shot and killed two of her children and wounded two others before turning the gun on herself. Witnesses describe a brutal domestic tragedy at Ascot tank settlement near Corgrove, with four children left away from home and the mother in critical condition. The event ended with the mother taking her own life as her remaining children suffered injuries.
About thirty attendees at Burragorang became ill after eating corned beet sandwiches mixed with padaktog. The ballroom was turned into a makeshift hospital as patients were too ill to move. Some are recovering while remaining hospitalized.
A garbled report from New Zealand details a nighttime incident at King's Island. It mentions a man named Thorge, a weapon described as a knife, and a breezy altercation resulting in wounds. The text is incomplete and several details are unclear.
Perth Police Court yesterday before Mr. A R Row, Thos West, headmaster of the Imperial House, charged with having supplied evik after de lours in December. After evidence was adduced, a fine of 24 was imposed and one month’s imprisonment suspended.
Report from New South Wales on a large open-air meeting at Scarborough where Mr Peter Howling and his party discussed the strike. Mr Butler, president of the Coal Lumpers’ Union, spoke on aims and grievances, urging a peaceful settlement while noting strong industrial tensions.
New South Wales defeated Victoria by a wide margin in the interstate cricket clash. Performance highlights included fine display from Tardsery and notable showing by New South Wales' bowlers at the Melborne ground, with NSW securing a decisive victory.
MW Soutie Wart s First Tnnings fragment mentions players Wadidy Semstrong Wy tar Hae andHaritalegy, hinting at an early cricket or local game lineup with unclear details.
A report details a charges list and courtroom proceedings surrounding alleged thefts. Names such as Emery, Minott, Carkook, and Ransford appear among accused parties linked to hotel and railway thefts. The narrative covers witness testimony, portmanteau items, and a trial outcome with reference to a sentence.
Melbourne reports the federal old age pensions, including administration changes, will cost the Commonwealth approximately 21.450,0K. The note signals a financial strain on government budgets as the pension scheme expands.
Perth daily market notes show nine Uneks available with prime wheaten at 4 shillings 7 pence 8 farthings and cow chaff cleared at 3 pounds 19 shillings. Wheat prices ranged and new consignments were offered, with varied quotes and catalog entries noted.
Laborer Thomas Taylor accuses Albert Tilker a well known farmer of firing at him with a gun at Tilker’s home. Taylor says Tilker shot from inside the house striking his arm while Tilker’s wife and family were nearby. Five pellets lodged in Taylor’s arm, later dressed by a local doctor.
Perth Friday Dalgely and Co sold Meeka Station including live stock to George Pearse of Premanth for an amount of money. The sale details indicate a transfer of property and livestock under local ownership, with no further arrangements listed.
A fierce fire swept York farms on Friday, sparked by lightning. The blaze destroyed miles of crop and irrigation infrastructure, with thousands of pounds in damage reported. Local workers describe it as the worst blaze they have seen.
Obituary notes the death of Mel Bot a Thursday aged 81. Frad Wantlio painter of great Lilley, specializing in portraits of horses, died yesterday. The deceased, who previously lived in Lilley, was known for his skill and long career in art.
Prilay Patrick Neylan fell from a balcony at the City Motel in Perth last night. Police and emergency services responded as investigators determine the circumstances and possible contributing factors.
In Perth Friday a case heard at the Police Court involved Mr A Row and Mr W Guxsmer charged with aiding abetting a lending scheme in Fremantle. The defendant pleaded not guilty and claimed age and identity inconsistencies in testimony. The prosecution outlined forged or misrepresented details and pending questions about property involved.
A compact health note lists common cold and influenza concerns with at bed time advice. It mentions NOLPE'S RCIAPPS hat with ie mon as a quirky, unclear reference amid routine tips for nighttime comfort.
Fragmentary OCR notes list Pridar Captain Reer and a crew of twenty aboard a trade ship with several cares and hopes. Names mentioned include Cary Ww Devon, W Patterson, A Taylor, Rutherfind, J Teving, Tagey, C Fahey, T Henderson, Lowey Ting.
Friday departure notice lists travelers Kovinhoua and associates for Frewantto from La Paz. Names include Sait, Smith, Urady, Osbulums, Kealey, Jita, Wheeler, plus movers Kudos and Comlron. Travel details are partially garbled but indicate a scheduled transport event.
The West Australian branch of the AWC held a conference with delegates from Pastoratista and associated groups. President Crawford was reelected amid debate on governance and next year’s arrangements, with key proposals on delegation, committee roles, and fundraising rules discussed for the next term.
In Geraldion Pulte Court yesterday George Makewaa faced charges linked to an incident at Multowa racecourse on Boxing Day. The case details a disputed protest among riders, alleged provocation, and a series of accusations about interference and riding mishaps, with a fine of £1 and 127 posts imposed.
The Industrial Court concluded hearings on charges against delegates from the Miners Federation of NSW for strikes and industrial action. A defendant was fined £100 for fealty to maintenance, with the balance of the order owed to the labour body.
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