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Newspaper
Geraldton Express
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Jan 07, 1907
Page
3
A brief from Our Own Correspondent notes very hot weather with a recorded 4106 degrees on December 81 for over two hours. Rain cooled the air briefly, while a rabbit-proof fence line stands ready for erection and the construction party prepares.
Scrambled OCR notes show New South Wales scoring 584 and South Australia struggling. Mentions players such as Diamond and Noble with bowling figures, and incomplete timings. The fragment hints at first innings and totals but is garbled.
A scrambled report from Wellington details matches in New Zealand and Australia. It notes England and Otago innings totals, a failed Otago chase, and notes several absences and disciplinary possibilities. Welsh and South Australian performances are summarized with scores and standout batsmen.
Hawkeye notes the WLA-T.C carnival closes after a day of races and bets. Connolly, Enchanteur, and Kel dominate talk with rumours of large takings and commissions, while overall figures suggest substantial wagering and expenses may exceed expectations.
The W A T C carnival closes with Czarovitch winning the Imperial Stakes by a neck from a crowded field after a 1 mile race. The day featured a stewards inquiry into a demonstration and jockey trainer matters, amid brisk betting and strong performances by Fremantle Protector and other runners.
In Perth, Crarovitch's Imperial Stakes victory triggered a furious, hostile reception with thousands jeering. An inquiry was opened by the committee into the earlier running of Crarovitch amid a riotous pandemonium that lasted about ten minutes.
The Nangarrong Race Club held its New Year Day meeting with cool pleasant weather and fair fields. Officials reported a smooth program with no inquiries. Winners included Black Bess, The Orphan, Bram Arrow and Meleau in various stakes and handicaps. A children’s program provided entertainment, and plans show Kobi jawana Reserve open for selection on the 24th, though Lands Department has not advertised the fact.
Reports from London and Warsaw describe revolutionary violence as mobs shoot gendarmes at barracks then kill a civilian in the street. A commission urges prosecution of Gourko over grain supply contracts to starving peasants. In London a separate note says General Lintrino was killed in reprisal for brutal actions during restoration efforts that devastated villages and harmed civilians.
London reports multiple quakes yesterday with pronounced effects in Finetard and Monmouthshire. Severe shocks wreck houses and unsettled residents across the county, as authorities assess damage and safety.
General Booths Anti Suicide Bureau reports great success with branches opened in major towns including London and Morocco. Substantial public support follows a wide reach of the anti self harm movement.
London reports a sensational Philadelphia incident where a violent blast followed a demand for money. A cannister of gun cotton exploded after a cashier refused, killing the assailant and the cashier and leaving authorities to investigate motive and details.
Terrible accident at a railway cutting near Bingen Seres as a trench collapsed during thaw. A large number of navvies were buried, with fifteen bodies recovered so far. The incident follows reports of a man using nitroglycerine amid a tense dispute over a loan.
London reports the Pacific Mail steamer Panama wrecked near Pecamters in California. Seventy passengers and 30 of the crew are missing.
Victoria report notes Mr. Judkins Liberal Reformer began his Brunswick electorate campaign on Friday with a receptive audience in Melbourne. Also in Melbourne a violent offender Martin Ryan faced a heavy fine for disorderly conduct after damaging a hotel window, while 20,000 workers return to building sites amid arbitration threats and a threatened judge withdrawal if terms fail.
A furious Saturday gale in Botany Bay caused boat accidents. One crewman named Jom Ferry was drowned after a rescue boat capsized. Another vessel was blown across the bay with occupants clinging to the rim and narrowly escaping drowning.
George Fletcher was brushing the horse Saltbush Billy when it turned its head and struck his left forearm. Fire Brigade ambulance arrived, provided first aid, and transported Fletcher to the hospital for further treatment.
Police raided three alleged betting shops at Fremantle on Saturday evening and a separate summons was served in connection with the Tower Hill affair at Leonora. The case involves an alleged illegal wound of Marley.
Reports from Nath Province outline the January 17 election with rallies in Carnarvon and proposals for artesian boreholes and railway fines. The text mentions property owners defending sinews of the country, local rates in Byarit and Nangarrie, and travel to England and New Zealand zones. It notes Fremasons leadership changes, a road rate in Ridley, and a Perth train trip.
On Monday January 7 the Police Court considered applications for boarding and rating house licenses for Armand Pecorini and Mrs Stone with adjournments to Thursday for KRA for repair plans. A youth, Frank Gros sler 16, faced charges for a New Year prank injuring property with one other offender. Gros sler received fines of 10s and costs. the magistrate warned of corporal punishment if he were over 18.
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