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Newspaper
Geraldton Express
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Feb 14, 1912
Page
3
Geraldton shop announces a speedy clearance of stock in drapery underclothing mercery gloves laces trimmings dresses fancy silks prints linen ribbons and more. New goods arriving by steamer. cash buyers invited to come early to buy the most for the least money and study the price list.
Fragmentary text shows references to Yuen, MWS, American involvement, and a takeover by a state in 1900. The legible items imply a public notice or dispatch discussing transfers and authority without clear names or dates. Strong entities include Yuen and Priad.
In London on February 12 Sir Edward Grey Secretary of State for Foreign Affairs is created a Knight of the Garter. Stevenson reports Grey has scored important honors and stands among notable figures of the time.
An OCR fragment describes a dubious plot tied to London with names like Bowen and Lieutenant schorveler. The text mentions an attempt to tattoo a plan on a woman’s shoulders and references a forced confession or revelation, but many words are garbled, making precise details unreliable.
Telegrams report a postponed meeting involving Sullivan, Merry, MeVewere, Vaanygaard, and Tiwers. The session, originally planned near Mine and She, now shifts to Monday at Renter.
The article notes Captain Warner and bowler Haynes as decisive in a match versus England, praising strong English bowling and stating Australia faced a weaker opposition. It mentions crowd reactions and a focus on bowlers amid commentary on performance and form.
The Marron Company seeks an injunction from the High Court of Australia to restrain the Commonwealth from infringing its patent rights. The case requests delivery of all infringing articles and costs, naming Sir Hietter acting as Rebalt of the Myr coni Company and Marcond writ as parties.
Telegrams describe a morning disturbance at Market Square during a parade of regular and special constables on foot. Mounted guards and bayonet-bearing troops faced jeering crowds as a rider was unseated and a clash briefly erupted before order was restored.
Unclear OCR text fragments describe local governance and a city official appointment. The readable items indicate a meeting or decision involving a mayor and a city in a cricket context, but specifics remain obscured.
Across a rural electorate the outcome signals a shift in power as Liberal and Labour parties form a new balance in the Assembly. Observers note absentee voting and shifting support may tilt control, with a potential change in the government composition as counts proceed.
An immigrant named Daniel Lawrence Nevin, aged 30, was killed after being struck by a train near Perth on Wednesday. The incident occurred in Hottenine sector, with authorities investigating.
At Porth the Industrial Troubles board of conciliation met with two representatives from the railway workers and a railway mechanic as their chosen board member. The commissioner elects Mr W H Hope for the railway department while Mr W Vier serves as the board representative. A chairman is expected to be chosen next, with the men opposing the commissioner's preferred candidate.
General manager Sydney Hegest at Sanger Shipyard is accused of firing a worker over a previous hire dispute. The case involves alleged retaliatory action and a wage claim. investigations and internal actions are noted as ongoing amid unrest among staff.
The Geraldton Local Court reserved its decision in a dispute brought by Stephen Smith against the Municipality of Geraldton for a £5 claim tied to rain damages and rents. The hearing covered resumption notices, ground ownership, and government rent exemptions under the Public Works Act.
The article recounts a Dickens themed stage parody and charity show for a grandchild’s relief, sparking debate over Sunday entertainments. A church archbishop condemns Sunday labor while critics argue such performances aid welfare and culture, highlighting clashes between religious sabbath rules and public entertainment.
A very pretty marriage occurred at 4.90 am in the Roman Catholic Church, Geraldton, between Taos Walker Clydesdate, barrister at law of Middle Temple London, and Caroline, elder daughter of Theodor von Engelbrecht of Jeraldson and Brat granddaughter, with a grand reception described. The bride wore a satin gown, diamonds, and a pearl headpiece. the bridegroom’s suit from A Gibson and Co of Geraldton. The ceremony featured floral decorations, a pearl coronet, and a notable train, with guests and photographers present. the wedding party departed Geraldton for the honeymoon by the river.
The text recounts a district debate over granting a permit for a competing event and notes concerns about suitability and public interest. It mentions a proposal, objections by residents, and a reference to a tower and travel arrangements affecting access.
A local metropolitan stock market report details widespread declines and unsettled trading. Analysts cite volatile prices, shifting bids, and unclear demand amid broader market lag. observers warn of continued pressure as sectors struggle to find footing.
Fragmentary text describes a King's Hall event with mentions of the management, a story about Kate Clastin, and a Selig Day picture drawing intense interest. The garbled lines reference a display at Geraldton and a plan for a night’s program.
A Perth audience hears a critique of electors for failing to vote as demanded by labor leaders. The piece condemns partisan manipulation and urges voters to pressure officials, tying this to broader state governance and reforms.
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