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Newspaper
Geraldton Express
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Feb 05, 1908
Page
4
A Daily News piece questions use of the term prohibited and free in describing actions and people. It notes ambiguity in phrases like free list and capricious writers opinions, and cites a literature-like meditation on language and poetry impacts.
A chaotic scene shows Captain Shetchley scolding reporters who linger at a doorway and miss the Mr. Pies investiture. Some reporters deserve deference, others seek anonymity, while the office editor is blamed for trouble. The piece cites a Daily News quote on press behavior.
The article outlines new electoral rules to start in March, including signing requirements for vote claims, objections with deposits, and grounds for objections. It describes magistrate hearing limits, declaration of primary qualifications, and the adoption of a preferential voting system where voters rank candidates. It notes parliamentary debates and proposed timing for writs and a general election.
A muddled notice warns voters of two week deadline for writs and blocking claims after that date. It urges vigilance, calls for on site committee meetings, and bans alcohol on premises during the event. It stresses witnesses must verify sworn documents under the new act with penalties for false statements.
Geraldton readers hear a testimonial praising Doan's Backache Kidney Pills as a cure for backache and kidney ailments. A. J. Mellows and Mrs. Mellows claim complete relief after following directions, urging others to seek the remedy. The ad warns backache signals kidney trouble and lists potential complications, noting price and where to buy.
The ordinary bi monthly meeting of the Municipal Council was held in the municipal chambers. The mayor was J G Smith with councilors present. Accounts amounting to L270 110 Ad were passed for payment. Collections since the last meeting included general taxes £154 1s, pan rates £44 18s, dog licenses £24 as, hawkers licenses £2 1s, and various other receipts. The total reported receipts stood at £267 5s 0d. A letter from the Commonwealth Military Forces secretary requested retransferring ground for Vic Dil Mal to the State and funds to fence it, to be considered in the next estimates. A nuisance report about goats devouring plants near the cemetery led to a plan to address the issue by Mr Mills. Water reserve discussion noted Gerakl on lots 48 and 49 Mt Scott.
The council grants a seven year lease for the baths after debate over rent and terms and defers plan finalization for Geraldton. A committee's report on the matter awaits at the next meeting while new tenders for drafting a Geraldton law are received from Harris, Tebbix, Jobom, and Downes.
The Council formed a Board of Health and heard a report that Mr Gould and Mr T Cream were slaughtering animals at their Tarn, tallying 14 to 20 sheep weekly. The secretary reported numerous sanitary defects and was told to inform the Central Board of Health and issue orders to tenants to conserve walked space. The hour meeting adjourned at 9 pm.
The Commonwealth Public Service Commissioner reports changes in telegraph messengers in 1907 1908 and 1944 noting total employed declines promotions and examinations. It highlights training improvements Morse practice access at metropolitan offices and better prospects for advancement to higher positions with fewer retirements than feared.
December mining returns show tailings from Brown Hill and Muretinou Reliance with assay details and average ore value. The yearly meeting of The Black Refagey Co. in Melhourm heard optimism for profits, with dividends possible within six months as new battery site and mill setup proceed near the current plant.
The fortnightly clean-up from the Black Range Co s Sandstone property on Friday yielded Taz Lidwt from 822 tons. An advance in shares to 2 percent occurred during the week.
Returns from state batteries for the week ending Friday show varied tonnage across districts. Peak Hin PA reports 16 tons for toe 1adwh with 49 in claim. Ddwt PA logs 29 tons for 1207. 9 tons for oz Shwe in PA. Other readings include 155 tons for Goe 4 awe in PA, 8 tons for 1807 atwt in PLA Priestley, 5 tons for tox ane in PA, and 84 tons for Toxadwe Wilms Tedicator. totals list 767 tons for 1502 sdwt.
A Three Springs correspondent writes to Midland Advertiser about a recent 65 for 4 score by Three Springs juniors, praising credit to the players while criticizing a local scribe of the Gerakttom Expree. Also includes a NZ reader recommendation for Chamberlain's Tablets and endorsements from N McCurdy Dipton.
Desmond Gase collection titled RN THE CAUSE OF CHARITY compiled by Jascee De W H James Mary Desmond E Hal and a friend. The fragment lists names and contributors in a period style, reflecting a charity or literary fundraiser.
MBS J J Clarke announces the launch of a newly built cafe palace opposite Vreewasins Hotel featuring 28 commodious bedrooms and amenities including diving, writing rooms, a bank front, and dining facilities. The notice describes the premises and conveniences with references to items like downstairs areas and baths.
Agricultural and pastoral notes, public events, marriages and deaths reported with meetings of public bodies and general-interest items. Notices aim for accurate, prompt write‑ups for readers seeking reliable local details.
Mr Lewis Nixon of United States Shipbuilding Co predicts future battleships may reach speeds of fifty knots using alcohol as fuel. The claim, tied to a Holland submarine precedent, hinges on a new propulsion principle under development at the Elizabeth shipyard in New Jersey.
Daily at 1 a.m. train to Perth on Fridays only. Geraldton to Cue runs Monday Tuesday Thursday and Saturday at 6.20 a.m. Mixed train Friday at 7.45 a.m. A team departs nightly on Tuesdays. Geraldton to Walkaway mixed service leaves daily at 6 a.m. Saturday 3:80 p.m. and Friday 8 o'clock. Walkaway train departs at 10.10 p.m. daily, Friday excluded. Geraldton to Northampton mixed service on Monday and Wednesday at 5 a.m. Friday at 2:20 p.m. and Saturday at p.m.
An exposé reports in Whitechapel and surrounding districts workers trapped in garment sweatshops. It cites long hours, unsafe sanitary conditions, and wages insufficient to support families, with Jewish employers using immigrants to drive down costs. Many tailors describe poverty and health issues while factory owners profit.
A chaotic scene on stage unfolds with a villain’s escape and a dramatic confrontation as audience members react. Interspersed are courtroom questions about waiting for money, a prisoner’s testimony, and a suspect’s unclear motive, hinting at a wider melodramatic tableau.
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