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Newspaper
Geraldton Express
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Feb 19, 1909
Page
3
Local and General report a comical farce at Palace Gardens tonight with a cast including Danny Durrant and Frank Moon. The piece centers on a fraud tale involving a pawnshop and large sums across multiple countries. A cricket match and ship trial details are also noted in this mixed-bag town page.
A morning cricket match in Nora saw Irwit av Demgarra clubs visitor side captained by Reg. Moore clash with Campbell's local team. Costello top scored for the visitors with seven, Al Criddle made a brisk 16 including nine fours, while W. Clarkson and Moore contributed steady innings. Local bowlers Keay and Kidd led the attack. the game ended with Nora all out at a modest total as bowlers dominated and the innings were declared closed after several quick wickets.
A Perth reader recounts severe pale health and fatigue improved after using Dr Williams Pink Pills for Pale People. She credits regained appetite, color in cheeks, energy, and fewer headaches to the medicine, noting the product is sold by chemists or sent from the Dr Williams Medicine Co Australia Ltd in Perth for 2 shillings 9 pence per box.
In Melbourne Supreme Court Elsie Hoykinson, 19, sues tailor Frederick Steadman for 590 pounds alleging breach of promise to marry after he promised nuptials upon her agreeing to leave her house and marry. She bought stocks and household items in anticipation, including a latch, curtains, and a tablecloth, while denying ongoing quarrels. the defendant disputed the claim and argued pre maturity. The case continues as proceedings unfold with cross examination clarifying financial and personal details.
In Daily News summary of Labor Party moves toward a rigorous campaign with potential candidates named. Four men are highlighted for possible selection by party members: Colonist Treasurer Frank Wilko, F. Cavanagh, A. Sanderson, and Dr Thurstan. Other figures are hinted and discussions continue among party members about a likely lineup and strategies.
Fragmentary account from Meckering describes a vehicle crash with wagons or trucks overrunning others near a coal face. Several trucks were overturned or forced off the road, with debris scattered and a coal section exposed. No clear injuries or official statements are documented in the readable text.
Movements of horses and trainers at Flemington and Caulfit this morning include Virtue handling five furlongs and other entries such as Fairy Melle, Trimitnoot, and Le Jeune negotiating distances from one to twelve furlongs. Several horses completed workouts, with times noted and general pace described as they prepared for upcoming events.
The文本 contains sporadic telegraphic passages about Perth, Fremantle, and Moalitht subtleties, with references to voyage delays and quarantine, followed by disjointed horse race results and a string of conversational fragments. The readability is poor and many phrases are garbled.
List of acceptances for the Futurity Stakes and related comments, including horses such as Turlonga Scotland Lord Carigan Seldon-n Bright Lie Perkeo Nushka drishman Peterhot Vittle Lad kerlie Gobden Slipper King Berry Featherstitch Mroughty Nalurmi Rallanisae Bedlioe. Also notes an express delay on the Meckering line causing a late Perth arrival and a discussion of various local conversations and events.
In Sydney on Thursday Thomas Willian Daly was charged with conspiring to prevent printing or publishing content to extort money from William Victus Willis. Willis paid Daly ten pounds, and Daly then agreed to refrain from publishing an attack letter and avoid damaging Willis or the book The Life of Crick. Daly was committed for trial.
A Thursday report from Katanning describes a nearby grass fire and duplicate blaze danger causing alarm. Volunteers, including Mr. Couple and his pony cart, aided by townspeople, but a sudden thunder shower halted the flames. A peony and sulky tied outside were damaged by smoke and heat.
A Wednesday euchre social accompanying prize distributions at the regatta drew a large crowd despite heat. Miss Marston and Mr J Smith won first prizes. Miss Smythe and Mr Strange took two awards. Mr George Raston urged youth involvement in rowing and presented prizes. Mrs T A Kidd organized a ladies’ contribution and was honored. Dancing followed with songs led by Mrs OMalley. Gen Harper offered closing remarks.
Brisbane Thursday report of a mining accident at Molly Mine Cairns district. Jay Lang foreman engine operator fell down a shaft while communicating with the man below. He was decapitated in the fall and killed.
The notes discuss the Fulinity Stakes to be run tomorrow and expect a close race with Scuttline favored and Golden Slipper as a strong Irish challenger. Mana, a noted three year old, has withdrawn from engagements.
Advertises Wolfe's Schnapps as a pick me up tonic or digestive aid and notes copies of the URXPRESS available at Mr Alberta News Agency Central Arcade Perth between Wellington and Murray Streets near the Railway Station and from Mr Patternon at G.P.O. Bookstall.
Warden Clifton was entertained as a send off at the Great Rasterly Hotel on Weinestay night before a three months trip to New Zealand. Mr Whit presided over a representative gathering and presented the warden with a sovereigns prize. Several attendees were listed. The warden has been six years here and is noted for popular use of Wolpe's Schnapps.
An advertisement touts Wolfe's Schnapps as a direct health promoter and stimulant. It markets the spirit as an immediate energizer with health benefits claimed by the producer. The copy emphasizes quick action and robust vitality.
Farmers seek steady gains from old fashioned profits per ton of coal and grain by using Abrolhos Guano as manure. The note highlights how small price shifts in barley and wheat could yield modest returns for crop improvements through fertilizer use.
A note announces that the Sea-Sickness Re erren tent Mebble Deck chairs also serve as Fasy or Verandah Chair. Johnny All Sorts is named as the sole agent for these chairs.
Minutes of a Fine Brigade Board meeting show W Jose as chair and O Neil as secretary. Discussion covered new uniforms, travel subsidies at 1 shilling per member, engine repair, and plans to send the Mayor and Town Clerk to Perth to consult the Colonial Treasurer about brigade subsidy and extended service medals.
A motion by Mr Grimish to delay consideration due to finances passed, with explanations that the board's acts and secretaries faced delays. The council planned a grant for a town hall march and sought two delegates to a demonstration in Geraldton on March 1, 1914, aiming to secure the brigade’s party representation.
A Greenough Farmers Club meeting approved appointing a local RALO for the district. Five members including Hamersley and Maley were chosen to form a committee to establish a provident fund related to the matter. Witten was asked to advise on canceling a public entertainment. Attendees thanked Mr Nanson for information and the chair and Mrs Haining for guidance.
Mary Kathleen Walker, a confectioner residing at Marine Terrace near the Ship Inn in Ger Allon, Victoria, applies for an Eating House License at the next meeting. She gives consent and signs on February 16, 1909, declaring the business location and intended license premises in the premises she occupies.
A testimonial from Ipswich describes Zam-Buk as essential for workers, noting its rapid aid after a fall from a ladder and its claimed effectiveness on cuts, burns, and insect bites. The advertisement urges readers to keep Zam-Buk ready at home and lists sales details in Sydney.
The article favors using nibell's sheep dip, praising its protective effects against disease, dirt, and pests. It notes widespread enthusiasm among leading Australian and New Zealand sheep managers for its clean, effective action in guarding fleece quality and overall flock health.
Fragmentary ad-like text advertising a beverage, claiming weekly publication and free delivery to soldiers in the state for twelve months upon receipt of payment. Mentions “Gerahiton Express,” Monday Wednesday and Friday delivery, and a price of 128 6d. Unsure of full names and locations due to OCR errors.
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