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Newspaper
Geraldton Express
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Feb 26, 1912
Page
3
The store promotes a summer fair to clear excess stock including drapery underclothing mercery gloves laces trimmings dresses silks prints linen ribbons men's clothing boots and more fresh goods arrive by steamer and sales may include surprising bargains in Geraldton Tasmania with a long list of items offered for clearance.
Rome reports the chamber of deputies approved the annexation of Tripoli amid strong emotion and debate. The motion carried as part of broader postwar measures, with officials noting strategic and political implications for the region.
International billiards brief notes Gray Chale Engi Mayn and Mayn, with match outcomes for 18,tHe1 Bide. faint mentions of Taril Fame and Aiken figures, plus references to Le dween Aiken, TLindeum, and Ly Lindriven. unclear details.
Fragmentary note appears to reference a January or February session with a motion to adopt an address reply to a king's speech. Names and places are garbled, but mentions Common Sense day and a formal proceeding.
London February 4 The inquest on the wreck of the Trihi was concluded yesterday. The court found that the loss was due to the default of the ani ta fer, and the unblended chararive and trying circumstances in which he was placed. The court restrained from dealing with his cont liewen.
Fragmentary report notes Mr Asquith conferring with mine owners and workers. He reportedly met with officials and miners to discuss concessions and concerns over employment and production pressures. The piece references labor tension and government involvement in mediat ing the dispute.
Telegrams from Mexico describe the rebellion in the San Sesto district as operations clash with the royalist forces. U S troops along the Grande have been reinforced after a clash that killed several federal troops.
Wellington February reports intense debate as Mr Payne of the Labour party faced bribery accusations over a vote for the Government. Witnesses cite offers of money to switch allegiance, with Sir Joseph Ward and Mr Brown denying such pledges. A committee was appointed to investigate breach of privilege and Payne’s stance on supporting the Government amid the turmoil.
Fragmentary data shows a February reference and a question about a first meeting on April 27. The text mentions Belmont Five Hundred and a prize amount of 869, with unclear roles for person or organization. Further readable details are not available.
Telegrams from Sydney report the Australasian Tennis Association received America's challenge for Navin’s fun event amid a six days track contest. Goulet and Hehr won the Sydney race, with Hehe earning a prize for a notable mile effort as the 25,000 to 30,000 crowd watched. The unclear message notes a 2,000 mile feat and various names, reflecting a busy sporting telegram from Melbourne.
The Sydney report notes selectors close to finalizing the Australian Eleven set to depart March 16 for Elysiane. Names listed include Gregory Hard Jey Minnett Mucarti Emery Hacitt Jets Mayne Wi WW Mclaren. Possible changes hinted as Har bour may join, and Vex is not going.
In Brisbane on February 39 the strike nears end as flight crews resume duties. Reports say workers are returning to work rapidly, easing local disruption and signaling settlement progress.
The inquest into a Marmont mine incident adjourned after details emerged of a worker falling from a damaged area. Inspector Halim reported the officer in charge at Workdiharra had received a 0 holegram notation, while Thomas Fawkinn was noted among those affected. Further proceedings were postponed.
Dalgetys and Company Limited report the ninth wool sale of the season held Thursday 22 February 1912 with a mined catalogue. Prices showed little change for merino and lamb wools, with several lots described as short and skirty. Principal brands included FAN, ANCR, ELS, and MPEKIA. lambs wool sold up to Gydl, and various lots ranged from good to fair quality with mixed condition.
A government ministerial visit to Yuba No 1 and No 2 areas included discussions on water supply and irrigation. Deputations urged faster rail and road work, a new school, land price reductions, and reopening the Geraldine mines while officials promised to study requests and support settlers.
In Northampton on Friday the Minister met the Northampton Roals Board to discuss grants for the district. Trew will review the funds directing a path to early work tenders have been called. hope for completion soon. A public letter criticizes health measures and quarantine policies, urging polite conduct and caution against spreading disease.
Resumption of AYDLEY play in Sydney was postponed as continued rain made any play impossible. The report lists players with misread names and altered scores, noting wickets and sundries.
Correspondence from HG Young notes the need for strict enforcement of state health laws to prevent contagion. He urges teachers and local authorities in towns like Geraldton and Taw a to uphold precautions in schools and public spaces while stressing standard sanitarian measures across urban and rural areas.
The notice lists various personnel changes and failures with health. Mr 4 H Geary a chit clerk in the taxation department is said to be seriously ill from overwork. Mr Strickiant chairs a bank board discussion about a perth city church fund tax. Remillian’s future role and Tom Male’s position are described amid civic reports. Mrs George Sewell's death is reported at Atladie Swan on February 17.
The Mercantile club beat the Railway team by a narrow margin as debutant Wilbcork Ceaitwayey scored 37 and Madey Morean- Nilew 42 in a low scoring match marked by clever bowling. Notable wickets included McDonald and Willis, with Mary Snerey and Fron OTe among others contributing. The game ends with Mercantile leading, next match set for next Saturday.
The Premier Wr Seaddan discusses a London loan of 100,000 with Wilson amid a frenzied finance debate. He asserts the opposition leader admitted floating a CLAM loan at 8K percent and criticizes government handling. Wilson claims funds are constrained by Agricultural Bank, Workers Homes Board rules, and Savers Bank requirements, forcing reliance on high cost options and savings funds.
The government statistics report, from the district of Fur to Mt Mower and HL Natomnane, summarizes crop and stock data, noting no crops yet grown in some districts, pasture use, and stock movements. It mentions canning and poultry practices, with concerns over pests and market prospects. The document records a complete slate of agricultural particulars for WH12 Season and notes varying stock and land utilization across towns and stations.
The readable fragments describe drought normalcies in a district during the wet season, a woman of unspecified nationality in Hrirbane receiving a son’s letter from Pretoria. The message hints at hardship, betrayal, and possible movement or plans, all set against the backdrop of “The Hose War” and local weather concerns.
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