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Newspaper
Geraldton Express
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Feb 28, 1912
Page
3
A bustling sales notice announces a summer fair at the BIG STORE Geraldton with a rapid stock clearance of drapery underclothing mercery gloves laces trimmings dresses silks prints linen ribbons men s clothing boots and shoes and other goods arriving by steamer, at unprecedented prices.
Washington dispatch reports a bitter tension surrounding the Republican convention. President Roosevelt is said to appeal mainly to the West while War Secretary Linton holds influence, signaling a clash over leadership and strategy at a pivotal national gathering.
A discussion between party leaders and the prime minister was held to settle rising tensions in Britain. The Times surveys potential outcomes as ministers forecast a late afternoon decision on a settlement to ease unrest, amid reports of wider industrial discontent in New South Wales and beyond.
Fragmentary OCR reports Horatio Bottomley linked to a case involving a prudential insurer and a quarrel with Aubrey. The brief text is garbled, referencing alleged harsh treatment and a financial or reputational dispute connected to a newspaper.
Warhtnedon February 26 reports Mr. Meyer the Secretary top Navy requesting a vote of 3,000 for the erection of a wireless telegraph station. The move aims to advance coastal defense and naval communication capabilities amid ongoing modernization efforts.
The obituary recalls Mrs. Elizabeth Sewell of Midland Junction aged nearly 1, marking her long life of 75 years in the colony. She was daughter of Joseph Kern Logue who sailed from Ireland aboard Hero, her husband George Sewell and family moving between Chittering, Raydsprings, and Champton Bay. Funeral details note a large bereaved family including daughters Mrs J Davie and Mrs W E Brown, and many descendants.
In hot conditions the Rowing Club Fours delivered a decisive finish with Red securing the overall club crown in the past three years challenged by Kuth. The event saw one sided contests and a final sprint where the winning crew displayed superior form. Details list scullers including Holsian, Burton, Weer, Wight, and Powell among the lineup.
A U S district court in Utica issued an injunction restraining the respondents from forbidding employees to wear year hedigon ant tron. The matter aims to take the case to the Mish Court.
Sydney reports continued uproar in the Mother State's Parliament with another member ejected. Opposition members storm the chamber while the premier's motion is blocked and a censure motion against the Speaker fails by a 3 to 1 vote.
Reports from Perth indicate government plans to retire several prominent public servants and abolish key offices. The expected changes include retirement for the head of Public Works, police and treasury posts, abolition of the chief clerk role, and new oversight measures for state hotels and liquor controls.
Feb 2 report discusses potential Fremantle Cockburn Sound naval base use for broader export trade. Plans envision shared costs with a dual government push to open the port for commercial use while preserving naval facilities.
The article fragment lists latent bets and horse names for a Newmarket Handicap, mentioning Queen of Sets, Captain White, Honeywood and other entries. It reads as racing odds shorthand with unclear numbers and several misspellings, reflecting a vintage betting page.
The latest scratches for the Australian Cup are listed with horses Ner bet, Gunhoet, Rifflan, Karnattan, Ale mis, AL Caufield, Denert ase as covered Tatir furlongs. Officials advertise the faster meeting program of the Victoria District Turf Club at Flemington with Popinjay and Melongs among entries.
The Western Mark prints a photo of an executive council event tied to the Women Liberal Conference in Hobart. The critique notes mixed expressions among about 200 attendees from New South Wales Victoria Queensland Western Australia and White Australia, with focus on the photo’s aesthetic rather than full reportage.
A critic argues that young people cannot grasp marital woes and mocks anti divorce rhetoric. The Westrian Parliament now has a chance to improve the married state by proposing equal measures for men and women, urging prompt, humane action despite opposition from unqualified voices.
MELNOURSE Feb 27 Melbourne wool sales report four items offered total 5000 bales with Dalgety offering 1100 bales. To date Melbourne district totals reach 73 023 bales and Victoria 117 400 bales, up from last season. Buyers attended in force, including Sydney reps, with prices holding steady and good clearance. Tasmanian prices quoted 13s per cwt and Western Australian merinos 5d, per the Rewind Pantoral Co.
In Geraldton, two beloved clerics near retirement stir local sentiment as the parish prepares for changes. The Reverend E Saunders and Rev. Shaman are praised for courtesy, learning, and community service, with townsfolk hoping for smooth transitions and continued civic involvement.
Noble and darling prepare to attend a Melbourne public meeting on Thursday to discuss matters affecting the Australian The event aims to address local issues and inform attendees about ongoing developments in the region.
A reader letter condemns the local council for withholding publicity on a ratepayers issue. It accuses councillors of underhand tactics, defending the mayor while urging ratepayers to unite against perceived misconduct and demand better conduct from officials.
The Wenatys stakes feature a weight for age event over furlongs with several runners listed. Condor and Camia and Prout appear among notable entries, with various weights and distances noted for the field. The card includes Hack Kitty, Tukee, Xerxes, Pandaleer, and Homeward Toman in a packed program, details showing multiple horses and conditions.
The inquest into the death of Magh Siliv at the Naraling railway construction site on February 13 resumed before Mr Royee acting coroner. Witnesses including workers and the engine driver described the scene under the tracks and the lack of foreseeing men under the wheels. The inquiry adjourned to March 14 at 10 am.
A garbled OCR fragment references a person named Rae and a Hal, mentioning a mother and a keeper then describes a morning scene with a violet and thanks to an old lady. The text is largely unintelligible and lacks clear events or dates.
The piece describes upcoming Legislative Council elections across ten provinces with vacancies to be filled in May. Incumbents from several provinces announce reelection intentions while others face possible contests. The report lists province by province candidates and notes ongoing preparations and expected contests.
The lettered item mentions Vincent Shallcross of Franer's Hinlfrush and alliinch fame facing Morning Site and Saturn at Mt. Manet. It notes January costs and revenue, a back door collision at Gatham- Wha, and references to local figures and events with unclear details.
A Perth reader reports chronic bilious attacks improved by Bile Beans. He describes prolonged illness with nausea and retching, claiming permanent relief after using the product and noting his wife also believes in its restorative effects.
The Easter meeting hosts a slate of handicap events including the Trial Stakes with 15 sovs and second horse to receive 4 sovs from the stake, plus Lightning Stakes with 20 sovs and similar payouts. Other races include the First Farmers Plate, Autumn Handicap, First Hack Race, Abril Teste Ar, Second Way Corinthian Plate, Glenfield Plate, Second Farmers Plate, Easter Handicap, and Second Hack Race. Nominations close with steady acceptance, weights to be declared March 24, with racing governed by the Western Australian Amateur and Victoria clubs rules.
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