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Newspaper

Geraldton Express

Location

Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia

Date

Jan 11, 1911

Page

3

Esplanade Hostel Redevelopment Plans Advance

The Esplanade Hostel project progresses as the site transitions from warehouses to a modern boarding house. contractor Mr Marwood leads renovations aimed at creating a large dining room, offices, kitchens, and multiple living spaces, with costs expected to rise above £12,50 and total value over £2,000.

L. Golberg Benito Abe Everal Moptin Marwood Parlours Tata Wren SA

Three Springs Meeting Nominates Officers Amid Debate

A local public meeting set for January 20 to discuss the Upper Iowa Roads Board route near Three Springs, with James Gardiner urged for a 40 delivery role. J J Brown is named a new member of the association, J J Hetetow proposes Jamlin for secretary, and S J Morgan elected president. The meeting notes Gardiner as a keen observer and highlights secretary duties amid ongoing correspondence volume.

Bury Caldow Upper Iowin Roads Board James Gardiner England Proddent Gardiner J. J . Hetetow J. Morgan Spain J. Town Freddin K. Hebiton Jamlin J.J. Brown Hebrons Franklin

Prinklin Elected Secretary for the Nonvelusion

Mr Prinklin briefly replied and was elected secretary for the organization noted as nonvelusion, with appreciation shown for his services.

Prinklin ‘Riefly Tor the Nonvelusion

Australian agricultural commission visits district station tour

Eight members of the Septet Commission invited by the Commonwealth movement to report on agricultural secrets arrived by train and motored in five cars to Newmarracarra then Gorakityn before sunset. They were hosted by Mr and Mrs W McKenzie Grant at the station and later entertained at the Freemasons Hotel with Geraldton officials in attendance.

Septet Commission Australia Commonwealth Movement Newmarracarra Gorakityn Ashost Surn Mes W. McKenzie Grant Meséra George Sovith James Garaler Midland Railway Co W. B. Mitchell Dongarta Me. Prey Wicken Agricultural Department Freemasons Hesitten Dhe Geraldan Meron M. Drew R. Gee AH. Mountain Alex. Grant F. Wakeling Wy Carson Aoy Abbott Ayeh Geraldson T. Carlaw Martin Monga

State farms report urges sale to fund central experimental farm

Professor Lowrie's report on two Peart works recommends selling Chapman Nangeevan and Nat rogin State farms to fund a central experimental farm in a wheat region accessible by railway. Chapman farm described as valuable with good land and buildings. proposal cites limited access for farmers and notes it could serve as a seed wheat station with trained staff. Receipts and expenditures for year ended 1916 detailed, showing mixed results and unclear profit. Opinion expressed that the proposal will face local hostility though the issue should be tackled today.

Lowrie Chapman Nangeevan Natrogin Dae Avon Uefa Forder Owen

Man Missing From Boarding House Found Mysteriously

Injured man named Jobe Martin wandered in the bar for four days after leaving his boarding house last week. He was found and brought to a temple parish on Monday, then taken to the Victoria Hospital where he is receiving treatment. He offered no explanation for his baffling conduct.

Inda Jobe Martin Temparnguly Ural Victoria Hispital

Golden Sheaf dance marks New Year in Greenough

A New Year party at Greenough by Mr and Mrs Marrison drew about 70 guests to celebrate Mr Harrison’s birthday. The event featured an early start to dancing, a generous supper in Mr Acinatrosg’s hall for 56, and lavish fruit, decorations, and teas. Attendees included a long list of local residents and relatives from various households and nearby towns.

Greenough Halidays Wry. E. Marrison Harrison Gray W. Tarricon Acinatrosg Golden City Aima Itc Bros T. Harrison D. Duncan Wilson and Son Miss Denison J. Wiley HK. Maley J. J. Eakins F. Stokes Jami PL Bagley Miss Bagley Mise Ryan Geo. Connolly Wo Uriddie L. Thompson R. Uj. Knox-Peden J. Gould McCookey Misa Metoakey W. Carsim Stokes Seni J. Stokes Stoken J. Gibson Mes Gnacolet E. Berringerrom

Attempted self-harm case near Carnamah discussed

On Monday evening Constable Ohera received a call from Howald Macpherson at Carnamah reporting that George Reece Owens had attempted to kill himself. Owens, under the influence and working near Perth, slashed his throat on Sunday between Currwmah and Wongan Mullewa road, was aided by Hector and others, admitted to Victoria Hospital in Grrakiton, and is recovering. charges likely when discharged.

O'Hera Aiimgenew Howald Macpherson Carnamah Wincamp George Reece Owens John Cox Jatt Hynim Meira Farrell Bros Perth Niles Currwmah Ue Wongan-Mullewa Road Merriday Hector Farreil Brow Wey Cox and Hymn Owens Carnamab

Youth Workforce Pathways Highlighted at Retway Institute

Speaking at the Retway Institute last week Mr Kendrick noted that young workers recruited from the Gerakiton fathway yards tend to advance. Neil Mephaira was cited as an example becoming head shutter at Fre mantle, a capable worker bringing intelligence to the role. Openings for young fellows in Net Mepburn's stamp and the traffic branch at Gecakdton are plentiful with prospects for vacances for youths seeking advancement.

Semdor He C Davies Retway Institute Kendrick Gerakiton Gecakdton

Australia Scoring Well in Test Butchered Text

Australia shows strong scoring in a disrupted report from Adelaide. Details are garbled with player names such as Trumper, Liewellyn, Kelloway, Sherwell, Whitty, and Macartney appearing amid incomplete innings and unclear totals.

Het Prams Macartney Ewellyn Kelloway Sherwell Kewellyn Bardsley Ihw Nourse Ransford Liewellyn Schuarz Faulkner Hill eSnooke Selwarx Mt Armstrong Sinclair Carter Tow Cotter Snake WteweHyn Whitty Sinclair ‘Trumper

Fragmentary Telegrams Delay Howe Adjournment Vote

Unclear transcripts show MPs debating adjournment with limited speeches. Fowlkes, Saileeson, Walker, Metaywall, and George spoke briefly while ministers remained firm, leading to a large majority against postponement as Collier addressed the question before the House. The session paused around three o clock.

Lers Howe Clurenant Fowlkes Uni Saileeson Walker Metaywall George Cellier Artal Vie Ankourn Adament Dimhia Belt Collier Atal Mowe Angwin

Passunous Gosop Visit to Collia Probes Gas Haze

Statening Engineer Mr Montgomery arrived in Collia yesterday to conduct inquiries into prevalent gases. Workers in the Waltsend mine report a December fatality and express dissatisfaction with questions being blocked at the recent inquiry, amid limited access and restraint.

Collia Montgomery Collie Tris Iis Waltsend Thess

MURDER OF ETHEL HARRIS STATE NEWS

After a seven day inquiry the jury found that Ethel Harris died from brain injuries caused by a blow or burn. Med Wilson Smart was committed for trial after the verdict and removed from the courtroom. The trial date follows as the court opens for further proceedings with the crowd watching closely.

Perth Ethel Harris Anad Poe Smart Tate Hoda Anor Wlont Ethel May Harris Wilson Smart Smart

The Woodline Trouble in Ube Office Delays Settlement

Representatives from Ube and nearby delegations met at the Radgonrliem Boulder Fireworn Supply office to forge an accord on Woodline proposals. The talks yielded no firm basis for settlement, with both sides far apart on adjustments and timelines. No immediate rail or industrial disruptions are noted, though a few strike actions may be postponed as parties assess options.

Kalooorlie Ube

Eastern Gortiehls Cumeit Elects Officers At Meeting

In Boulder on a Wednesday the annual meeting of the Eastern Gortiehls Cumeit at the Awetraion Labor Federation elected officers for the coming year. The executive slate included View president Geven secretary Cornell treasurer Ardagh and treasurers Nyan and Giteon. Ardagh did not seek re election after serving a decade as secretary.

Boulder Gortiehls Awetraion Labor Federation Tld Geven Cornell Ardagh Nyan Giteon Tur Part Ten Sears

Bullfinch Strike Reported Near Early Date

A Bullfinch strike is anticipated soon amid reports of an impending disruption. The notice notes a looming hood of activity and suggests actions could begin at an early date, according to local informants.

Gross Widarsday

Perth Produce Sales Chronicle of a Missing Man

Perth reports a search following the disappearance of a 70 year old man named Watts. Stockmen and trackers scoured the area near Mt Karmen within three days, amid bad weather and shifting tracks. Local concerns rose over the man’s welfare as fear of the worst grew.

Wien Mr. Miller

Parliament Sparks Across Perth as Papers Attack Ministers

In Perth on Wednesday debates continued over press claims about amendments to the Crown Law Office vote and insulted remarks involving Mr Holman. Holman denied the Daily News and Sunday Times misquoted him, noting advertising revenue shifts tied to policy changes and criticizing journalism standards.

Perth Holman Gordon Trup Sunde Times Hovman Uae Ube Hime Opposi- Siva Eat

Weather and town blackout report amid oppressive heat

The town faced two days of oppressive weather with a high around 110.8 and a late afternoon temperature of 4 o clock. A strong dust storm swept over the area, bringing persistent heat and challenging conditions for residents.

Wue Torwlay Sue Post Hee Ube Town

Masuary Handicap Entries Include Notable Hares

A scrambled list of entries for a Masuary Handicap race appears with names like Catbineer Hotshot Bundabeee Haretait Bandsman Blopitwood Fly OTe and more. The text shows many distorted names and seems to announce entrants and perhaps a date not clearly readable.

Esperance Railway Conflict Points to Opting Route

The Esperance railway debate intensifies as government plans shift toward a through line from Nutheroan to Esperance, with advisory boards delaying final decisions. Reports indicate a contested route, weighing coastal Grass Patch against northern and western paths, amid expectations of a final ruling early next year.

Esperance Railway Optxton Nutheroan Esper Auce

Olympia Pictures Weekly Showings Highlight Variety Acts

Olympia Pictures presents diverse acts this week at The Olympia Melires and Shamrock Hotel. Performances include Jeptha's Daughter and The Pakeover noted for dramatic art and scenery, with Dolly Nicholai starring in Our Ties. A chorus provides added entertainment as audiences enjoy multiple regional showcases and a lineup featuring Mr Sellarsomer and the Risk Jubilee Stinger.

Olympia Melires Shamrock Jeptha Dolly Nicholai Aw Softlyeutterer

Local and General News From an Unclear Page

Fragmented report describes water work on hills and farm drainage plans. Mentions a ministerial interview about operations and a fire brigade incident, with witnesses and local prizes donated by residents on a Bowes estate. Some prices and plans remain unsettled.

Victoria District Turf Club Meeting Racing Nominees

The Victoria District Turf Club lists entries for the ICN meeting at Garaldton on Wednesday January 25th. Notable entrants include Fly ing Handicap contenders Mise Cerbineer Hanzua Le Brune Rose Bonnevale Marefoot Queen's Wark Corrie Pumgasine Bluestreak Silverbird Pitot and more for the trials and Farmer s Plate events.

Flying Handicap Mise Cerbineer Hanzua le Brune Rose Bonnevale Marefoot Queen's Wark Corrie Pumgasine Bluestreak Silverbird Pitot Farmers! Plate May Bee le Une Fungidine Black Jack Mronety Dacy Girl

Manifold Redistricting Debate Sparks Perth Assembly

A Wednesday Perth session focused on the second reading of a Seats Bill amid rumored changes. The discussion, led by logistics officials, stretched long as attendees debated district boundaries and their political impact. Various figures exchanged positions on the redistribution plan.

Unclear Historic Property Inquiry Delayed by Incomplete Records

Fragmentary OCR notes describe a land inspection period and a proposed appointment related to a property assessment. The text references a location near a block, a need for information, a date range, and the possibility of a veto or delayed action affecting the estate. Further readable details are not present.

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