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Newspaper
Geraldton Express
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Feb 10, 1908
Page
3
The Dalgety and Co weekly report notes wheat prices easing with bids retreating from February and March offers. Local supplies arrive in quantity, prices fluctuate, and medium grades attract little attention while prime green wheat remains in tight supply and bids rise for high quality lots.
WRECK. T is hereby notified that any SAN TALWOON, being cargo af the above veivs, and which may be Waul ed ashore, the property of Underwriters. Such wood to be delivered to the receiver at Wreckx. Sub-Wallector at Customs Geraldton, prices appended below will be paid for this wood delivered at Geraldton Totty, pry Samalwood, £2 per in wet sandalwood, £1 10s for ten. For further particulars apply 19 Burns, Philp & Co, Geraldton Receiving Agents. For the Marine Minters' Association of W.A. Sore and swollen joints, sharp shooting pains, tortured muscles, no rest, no sleep. When you feel like this it means you have rheumatism. Take Chamberlain's Pain Balm and it will quiet thousands of things. Don’t experiment with other medicines. Take Chamberlain's Pain Balm at once and follow directions. For watery all chemists and stores.
Incomplete transcription notes a weekly posting cadence every Monday Wednesday and Friday for twelve months, directed to an address within the state, concerning a certain matter likely related to LO or odimoee, but key details are unclear.
At Belmont Park on a fine February afternoon Pin won the Welter Plate in a tight finish amid crowd murmurs that The Surprise had won. The nearby Park Handicap went to The Surprise, with Pause favored for the Park Handicap but beaten. Races also featured Galloway Handicap and Trial Stakes with Florodera, Loch Shiel, and Tinian among the notable runners.
Receipts from Chapman State Farm list wheat varieties sown in 1907 with yields per acre and stored quantities. Entries include Cimanre a no 7 yielding 22 bushels per acre from 100 acres sown June 45 with 90h fertiliser, and Petaz Surprise yielding 16 bushels per acre sown May 4 with 60 store bushels. Remarks note sheds, straw quality, and potential hay use.
The record lists multiple wheat varieties with sowing dates and yields per acre, including Plover sown May 7 yielding 20 bushels and 70 bushels in store, Golden Drop sown June 24 yielding 22 bushels per acre and 150 in store, Toby's Luck sown April 20 yielding 18 bushels per acre and 300 in store, Belatourka and Cretan with 15 and 16 bushels per acre respectively, Velvet Don and Pedesalion with lower results, noting some unsatisfactory outcomes and stock in store figures.
Fremantle hosts the interstate swimming carnival with about 40,000 spectators. C Healy of Sydney wins the 220 yard Augstraiastan event ahead of Beaurepaire of Victoria and Springfield of Queensland, while Garland is third after disqualification. Beaurepaire then takes the Hait minute Championship with Vickman and Garland following.
The Oerakttons and Wootacasine resumed play Saturday. Oerakttons were all out for 121 after Halligan was unavailable due to injury and Campbell stood in. Wootacasine then chased, with key contributions from Kidd, Cresswell, and Piper as they posted 117, followed by notable bowling by Fraser and Stokes.
United States report of Judge Manges shot dead by his son in Jackson Kentucky. The deceased led a feud against Cockrill over a matter tied to a feud that has seen several murders, with many assessments remaining unpunished.
Perth report of a Fremantle youth named Butcheard handling a revolver yesterday morning when it exploded. The bullet entered his thigh and was removed by Dr. Armmingham at hospital. Butcheard progressing favorably.
Fragmented advertisement praises Chamberlain's Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy as a quick safeguard for bowel complaints. A weather snippet follows with temperatures and forecasts, then an international testimonial from N McCurry of Dipion NZ praising the tablets for digestive relief and recommending them to friends. available from chemists and stores.
A near-miss on the Windsor Wreck at Geraldon left captain J. I Walter and first mate G.W. Jones dead, with 15 of 18 aboard saved. Chinese crewmen endured four days at sea, many rescued after staying atop a grate as heavy seas swept the ship and lifeboats. The Venus and 5.8. Vrailla aided in the search, while losses include two workers from a dinghy. a memorial service was held at Christ Church.
A crowded Cheisy Church heard a funeral sermon about the Windsor wreck. The preacher drew on biblical text to reflect on the disaster, noting a warner that the three chief officers and two men who sought help lost their lives, while brave locals aided those in danger.
The unreadable fragment describes a chaotic scene around royal succession with Queen Maria Pht and King Manuel. It mentions a death and a chapel gathering, with blurred references to Crown Princ and Lavern, along with a town called Hon Culshaw and Crown Pines.
Jottiene the barrister who went from Tonton to Natal to defeat Dini vi has relinquished his net and is returning to England. He cites delays in legal procedure and accuses the Natal Ministry of hindering the course of justice.
London market notes show wheat slipping with prices quoted at late rates while wool remains firm. A mining and metal section lists copper spot around £61 25s to forward £61 15s. A violent incident: a man shoots his wife, daughter, and two servants before dying by suicide. the report blends with maritime context and religious reflections about death.
A preliminary inquiry in Geraldign's Marine Court examined the Windsor strike incident with the appearance of Me Rayron Egb and two assessors. Witnesses described the event and details of the look-out phase, with interpreters and officials present to collect evidence and determine next steps.
Mr Raymond Elio accompanied by Mr Mathews Csecnnt vlicer af te Wimksot went on board the vessel Ef for a party af the Chinese at the wreck er me lated Vessel Ef was internal ny The Chinese were compelled to pay and were stripped on board by whiel steamer Tey will be conveyed to Singapore Hong Kong.
The Crown Law Dept. plans periodical sittings at Geraldton Circuit Court under a Supreme Court judge. If March sittings occur, HG Smith’s murder trial for Clinton Day Dawn may shift venue to Geraldton. Efforts to retain Mr. Lavan for Staith’s defense are hampered by Price engagements.
A thief stole a gold watch and chain from a vestment or choir area during a meeting at the Presbyterian Church in Subiaco yesterday. Police note the religious setting and church attendance as context for the incident.
A report states that Mr Ketan announced from Kalzoortiy that the position of commissioner of railways will be advertised. Mr Rasen Agemt-Henerat will handle the advertising efforts, with notices to appear in the Hawtern States.
A Social at Heastenal Agricultural Hall on Friday featured a program with speeches, recitations, and toasts. Officers and guests included Sir Edward Wittenpuni absent president and Walter Howard presiding, with T. J. Brown and RB 1 Knox-Peden among attendees.
The Geraldton faction, numerous present, traveled back to Perth by train, which arrived about an hour late. Dancing continued until the early hours as Mr W Stansfield discussed steadfast service as secretary. Mr Stonefield replied.
In Melbourne England collapses for 110 after rain delays play in the Fourth Test. Australia, facing a challenging chase, edge to 158 with plans to set England a demanding target as time runs out. Key scorers include Worbs, Grew, Ramsford, Armstrong, and Ransford, while Australia trail by wickets with strong positions after tea and luncheon adjournments.
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