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Newspaper
Geraldton Express
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Feb 02, 1914
Page
3
Fragmented OCR notes cite large sums tied to governments and railways across multiple countries. Mentions Britain, India, Australia, Canada, and India with unspecified months and totals unclear. Data appears inconsistent and partially garbled.
South Australia issues a loan of £2,000 at a fixed rate and terms outlined in the official notice. The loan seeks funds through public borrowing with repayment details to be disclosed in the outcome of the warrant.
New York reports a shipping disaster near Norfolk Virginia in dense fog. The steamers Nantucket and Monroe collided. 90 lives were lost with 25 passengers and 25 crew among the casualties. Monroe capsized delaying lifeboat launches. many survivors clothed in night attire, some delirious in hospital. Captain Johnston seeks 200000 damages from Nantucket owners, alleging slower speed on the Monroe and full speed on Nantucket.
South Africa reports parliamentary friction as Laborites boycott Gladstone speech in Union Parliament. Minister Saints plans a bill for indemnification over martial law actions. Deportees face liability upon return. London correspondent notes Cape Town session brief, main business indemnity and Indian grievances. Obstruction by lax lord threatens daily sessions next week.
In Police Court the magistrate adjourned the hearing on charges that several Lipton Ltd staff conspired to secretly provide inducements for army contracts. Evidence shows one defendant received £80 yearly for securing business, with actions tied to quartermasters and Lipton staff.
London Building Trades Federation committees report on withdrawal of labour by Master Builders Association members at Kenya. Over 100,000 men are involved in the dispute. Federation executive reserved its decision on the recommendation.
The District Council of Me ALP has arranged a Wednesday night program at the Men’s Hall featuring a full cinema and concert bill. A themed set of street and stage entertainment will include a Western drama and detective tale, with music and general public access announced by organizers.
Police believe a man linked to a Wardecans attack on Mire Thomas in Promumtierale Withy Mir Orvie. The suspect was arrested on Thursday as a stoner teaches a port.
In Sydney on February 1 the Balmain ferry steamer sank shortly after a collision with a coastal vessel in Darting Harbour. Passengers and crew were saved. Piney Taylor narrowly escaped injury while attempting to prevent a boiler explosion as the boat went down en route to its destination.
A blaze at Robb's Jetty destroyed major portions of the property owned by Manuel Brow. Firefighters from the We Smith team battled the flames for about six hours. The origin appears accidental with extensive damage leading to floodlike water intrusion and insurance involvement.
In Melbourne the second conference between the Commonwealth Steamship Owners Federation and the Waterside Workers Federation ends without agreement. Employers refuse to assent to amended demands. No new development emerges on the position, and Mr Muchos says the federation will consider the matter again on Wednesday.
At the Sydney meeting on Saturday the 220 yards Australian breaststroke was won by Longworth with Steels and Page second. In the 9n yards breast stroke Finlay of West Australia beat Finny from Victoria by two and a half lengths.
Johnny Sumers defeated Evernden by twenty points on points at the Sydney Stadium Saturday night.
A long list of race results from the West Australia racing meet highlights winners across events such as CARNIVAL STAKES and DESVAN HANDICAP. TAVERS and SERPENTINE MANDICAL appear among the named races with bets shown. Armadale and Guildford Handicaps feature as part of the program with odds given.
Racing news from Victoria includes Newmarket meeting results with bets on Gold Brow and Silver Lad in the Sandicap and Cup events. Jumper Bullawarra is slated to travel to Great Britain for Liverneol and England races, with Mullasarra and Winnob also set for overseas competition after Victorian meets conclude in early September.
Geraldton posted 214 as Railway chased the target with 42 for two. Key standouts were Kidd and Fast with solid scores, Power taking multiple wickets. East and Wied contributed, while Cropsster opened with Gibson in a cautious start. The match featured tight bowling and brisk fielding with decisive moments around mid-innings. The Cricket Association plans a Gyumbry Wee match, rescheduled to March 28 at Recreation Ground, as Army Crees avoid a clash with military events.
The Gerladton Express indicates it can be obtained through local agents Mesery B. Sal aA J J. Davie Geo Regam Co jae Hon Clarice Geo Laing. The notice lists names and firms serving as distribution points in the area.
A fragmented passage hints at a tribute or memorial figure with disjointed phrases. Names and places are obscured by garbled OCR, leaving readers to infer a narrative about bravery, recognition, and distant locations. The text suggests a formal notice or editorial snippet rather than a coherent event.
Fragmented OCR discusses definitions of capital and labor in relation to land and natural resources. It argues capital to include human powers and knowledge, but emphasizes increased labor power rather than capital itself, and contemplates boundaries between land and capital within production and distribution.
Newnan scene records a partial billiards report with scattered lines mentioning players and scores. The fragment references A Gay Losdon and Kray and notes the end of Saturday play as scans conclude without full results.
Purported pallette preparation for eradication of worms in children and adults. Describes weight and contents. advertised for sale by chemists and storekeepers. Promoted by The W. H. Comatoels Co. Ltd, 23 Lang Church Hill, Sydney.
Fragments indicate a fire probe by insurers. Public inquiry hints at motives behind a suspected arson incident. Unclear details mention a milkmaid and a ritual like prepared coffee. Officials urge caution while investigating possible delictum and method.
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