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Newspaper
Geraldton Express
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Feb 05, 1908
Page
3
An advertisement fragment offers electro plate and sterling silver items suitable as wedding presents. The brief notes a jeweler, with emphasis on decorative giftware and keepsakes likely aimed at matrimonial purchases.
A Richmond Victoria woman Mrs M Burnett reports cure from biliousness and insomnia after using Beano Beans. She followed a friend’s advice, took four courses, and claims complete relief from attacks, improved appetite, and restored well being. The ad promotes Beano Beans as a remedy for liver and digestive disorders.
Dr. T. J. Macnamara MP for Camberwell spoke at Cambridge about the fiscal issue. He argued the issue was presented in a demning and attractive guise that misled voters and warned the country might endure further adversity to value free trade.
The Rev T Bird died by his own hand amid rising debts and mortgage pressures tied to speculative property deals. Reports note his mental strain from land ventures connected to the King Street property and a looming Crown case, with telegrams about default reported on the day of death. He left memoranda for executors detailing his affairs and instructions.
Sore and swollen joints and sharp pains signal rheumatism. Chamberlains Pain Balm is advertised as a remedy to apply as directed for relief, with assertive claims of eventual cure through regular use. Sold by chemists and general stores.
The balance sheet shows Customs and Excise receipts of £ 0,090,722, postal revenue £ 1,90,41R, and postal expenditure £ 21,177,958 for the six months. Total receipts from all sources reach £ 7,089,289, with surplus revenue paid to the States at £ 1,757,768. A sugar duty payment of £ 507,220 is noted, and the year’s revenue expansion is attributed mainly to Customs gains.
Shipping returns from Geraldton show January landings by Gynerat Cargo and general cargo. The report lists total tons landed and compares with last year’s January totals, including coal and other imports, with notes on inward and outward trade and overseas passengers for January.
Perth report notes the twelfth day of the inquiry with Tobin Moody and Hallygarten denying cruelty or immorality. They call Blake's statements lies while Baumgarten hints Blake lied about being disensel during the Start. They insist neither of the Whers harmed the native women.
A letter from Geraldton criticizes Mr Ehlert for boasting about his Tutor boat spoiling others at Vine late regatta. The writer urges regret, rejects money prizes for amateur crews Kidd and Houston, and proposes a 26 cm trophy with mixed crews. He also asks Ehlert to watch from behind rather than lead in races.
London reports a threatened mass lock-out in the shipbuilding yards on the north eastern coast. Employers threaten to discharge about 30,000 workers on February 15 unless the shipwrights and joiners end their dispute.
London reports the British Government plans a substantial increase in naval estimates due to German naval provocation. It is expected that both the current year and next year will show a noticeable rise in naval expenditure.
In Melbourne on Tuesday afternoon Victoria collapsed in their second innings for 172, failing to build a meaningful stand against England's bowlers. The tourists won by 380 runs with six wickets remaining. Vaughan scored 15, Woodford 21, Trott 40, Lavver 20, and Carroll 61 as the main contributors for Victoria.
London Tuesday the government introduced into the assembly a bill to absolutely restrict Asiatic immigration. The measure mirrors the line passed by the Natal Parliament and the bill had its second reading on Friday.
Reports from Madrid and London discuss the Lisbon assassination and the tension over an international response. The Pall Mall Gazette notes a call for unity against "vermin" while Madrid outlets claim a republic proclaimed at Ogorio. Police claim vary on number of assassins.
London dispatch reports a severe snowstorm near Fort Massa in Algeria striking a French Foreign Legion detachment. At least twenty one dead are confirmed with several others missing or unaccounted for. Copper prices steady above £60 with forward bids near £61. Wool sales strong, Laneswills leading at 234. Wheat market quiet in London with prices down about 1s per quarter on Australian parcel.
Melbourne readers learn detectives pursue a clue in a Ballarat case with plans for exhumation of the victim's body. A passenger linked to the affair bears a surname overlapping a famous figure, tying the inquiry to a man alleged connected with the matter.
A compilation of historic assassinations and attempted royal killings linked to anarchist acts. It lists events from 1894 to 1901 including Carnot, Elizabeth of Austria, King Umberto I, President McKinley, and monarchs of Belvia and Spain, noting subsequent reflections on independence and India’s fate.
A fire damaged a large portion of the ceiling when flames broke out in a building. The origin is unknown. initial thoughts blamed fusion of electric wires, but an examiner argues no fusion occurred. The blaze could have worsened if it occurred later, given nearby rain-stacked tub fittings. The incident occurred during the day, limiting damage.
A native woman known as Nobby was found dead in the creek between Streeton’s store and a nearby residence at Broome on Tuesday evening. Authorities suspect an aboriginal man named Jacky as the alleged attacker, but troopers lack horses to pursue him, drawing sharp local criticism of the police response.
A railway death occurred twelve miles from Coolgardie last night. The body of Herbert Ghenarten was found on the line with remains taken to the mortuary. He had come to Kalgoorlie the day before and, intoxicated, wished to leave by train but was not permitted, then planned to walk. He is believed to have fallen onto the rails.
A severe blaze last night razed the Falls Motel in The Serpentine, destroying the building and its contents. Landlord Mr Pormelly and his brother were indoors asleep. Mrs Donnelly was away at the time. Firefighters arrived but could not save the structure as it burned rapidly, leaving the property demolished and under investigation.
Persistent rumors claim the government plans a surprise move against the Picetarates, with labor parties active and urged to ensure their names appear on the rolls. Officials give evasive replies amid circulating reports and speculation.
Melbourne reports that the conference of engineers connected with the transcontinental railway will commence next Tuesday. The item notes the meeting specific to the Transcontinental Trailway project and its engineering commission.
Perth this morning on the tenders opened were found the lowest bids for the wardens enuet and om era by Carmbe of Muildtont Crowther school contract Ft Gurr of Subkeen Nanning enuet hawse repairs and renovations Crooks and Prooker of Cue
A blaze erupted around 11 o clock this morning in the rear section of Mr Levinson's near completed premises on Barrack street. The area is occupied by photographers Gretainz and Evane. The brigade was specially called to the scene.
An old advertisement touts Chamberlain's Tablets as ideal for children with constipation claiming they are mild and effective. It asserts the medicine cures chronic constipation and will improve learning and studying, recommending purchase from chemists and storekeepers.
A crisis unfolds as the Winslor, bound for Hongkong with 2600 tons of timber, strikes the outer reef near Abrolhos. Captain Walter and the chief engineer perish or are missing while eleven Chinese crewmen and several whites remain aboard, lifeboats fail, and rescue attempts continue with boats, rockets, and lifelines amid heavy seas. Local authorities report possible deportation of Chinese survivors and note the vessel's tonnage and prior service.
Abrolhos shores witness disaster as the steamer Windsor runs ashore with a 2600 ton sandalwood cargo becoming a total wreck. Twenty crew escape with a few missing including captain and chief engineer, while survivors report a hazardous danger. Chinese crew barred from landing in Geralium, possible deportation.
Fragmented OCR lists numerous items with odd spellings and prices, including Souths, Nortis, Chicagoes, Perseverance, and Melbourne entries like Barrambirs and Black Ranges. The text resembles a historical price or lot listing with mixed currency marks and dates, lacking coherent narrative.
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