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Newspaper
Geraldton Express
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Jan 13, 1911
Page
3
A sufferer describes acute stabbing pain from neuralgia tied to anemia and nerve weakness. After trying Dr Williams Pink Pills, the pain eased, allowing better sleep and eating, with ongoing occasional use to prevent recurrence.
The council praised the Gas Association and Mr Swinburne for fostering strong ties over 14 years. Officials noted low charges and the association’s fair, cooperative spirit, while Mr Bret’s leadership was praised for continuing service to the town and its ratepayers.
Mesars Dalgety and Company relay a London office cable dated January reporting full wool arrivals listed as MH 600 dates. Forwarding to manufacturers at home and abroad, sales opportunities open with goods available for sale.
The man George Berce Owens, brought from Carnamaly in Mon day with his throat cut, was recovering. He will be charged in a day or two with attempting to commit suicide.
An orderly meeting of the Deraldson Roads Board held at the secretary's office in Geraldton on January 10. Leave of absence for two months granted to Mr W T Hosken, with W V Sewell acting as chairman. Discussion of street naming Narngwhi Tenindewa and other roads, survey plans, and opening a new road along the creek. Financials show balances and payments, rate recovery to be pursued, licenses to be processed, Speeler Grant approved, reserve open for selection, and survey queries resolved. Next meeting scheduled for January 31 at 9:00 a.m. in the board office.
Perth woman Mrs EW Goodman describes a decade of violent scalp eczema caused by chemicals and improper hair preparations. After trying ointments and doctors with little relief, Zam-Buk soothed irritation, dried sores, eased pain, and fully cleared the condition. Endorses purchase from chemists and stores.
Tennis pairing list for Reds versus Billcw with proposed start time at Ao'chuck after noon. Draw shows Tw Grevilly paired with Mrs Hemeted, Meserrvy with Mins Sherwood, Oliver with Arn, and others. The Geraldton Rifle Club holds practice at 74M and 709 yards ranges ahead of a skeet and shooting prize ceremony in the Deit Hall on Wednesday evening.
In a Perth parliamentary session reported by the Daily News, Mr. Walker and Premier clashed over withdrawals and apologies. A wild scene followed with suspensions, expulsions, and tense calls for outside confrontation as the redistribution of seats bill progressed.
The transcript shows Johnson and Gourley challenged the Speaker, Johnson demanded the chair, Taylor and Sealdan debated the ruling, and whispers of a reversal circulated as the Speaker faced a contested decision amid hallway tensions.
Telegrams recount a heated session with a ministerial remark on justice, a failed withdrawal, and a 35 to Lb vote. Mr Gourley faced suspension amid a Latin education dispute as the opposition departed the chamber leaving the house in flux.
In Perth markets this morning traders reported ten truckloads of produce with wheat priced at 38 74 and 25 2s for some lots. The scene included a revised price list for the nearby areas Cunderdin and Kaw.
The first shipment of wheat for the season sailed from Fremantle under the Clan Sinclair on Friday. Dekerby Lehmaon and Co Ltd handled loading at Premantie Ws Lomion, with North Fremantle grain sheds resuming busy operations. The Fremantle Harbour Trust supervised trials of new conveyors at North Fremantle while the shipment proceeded, and future despatches may require adjustments to machinery and logistics.
Yesterday morning the Jupiter Under charter to Meswes Toye Daring and Son lay at the wharf as rain fell. Five elevators operated and an estimated 40 percent of the cargo bags would be placed by shore cranes. Upon completion the ship would receive a full wheat shipment for the state, signaling a major export operation.
The ongoing dispute at the mines stalls progress toward settling the Firewood strike. Talks between directly involved parties are suspended with no clear path to retirement or resolution, while large firms reportedly bolster efforts for Newcaatte coal. Names cited include Corden Horsestine and Great Boulter in a murky report.
A Melbourne report describes a daylight robbery on Collies Street where Charles Ansley was knocked down by two men who stole his hat and pocket contents before fleeing. The assailants appeared injured and were taken to hospital for treatment. Separately a government note denies resignation rumors and questions the conformation process as Lord Bailey remains unspecified.
Commonwealth Woollen mill details appear in a late Thursday note with references to Sir Gene Reid and local figures. The fragment mentions Meliquane and Camaris Xhmwr, with uncertain context and names. Further readable items indicate community activity around the Commonwealth Mills and associated personnel.
Fragmentary wires describe a coastal incident near WEW South Wales with vessels including the Rosedale. Readers note confusion in names and dates as youths from a local group are mentioned and one ship is reported near shore with possible grounding or distress.
Workers at Cockle Creek New South Wales staged a strike at the Sulphide works after management refused to dismiss a non-union employee. The union reports the protest follows a request by the workers and alleges ill treatment of union members who had been collecting.
Incomplete OCR notes report nameless laborers at work, a shutdown on retrieval period, and a sudden closure affecting a number of workers. The text is garbled but signals a disruption tied to a company or site with a 100 unit reference and withheld names.
A Shamsted Motel gathering of Laborites bids farewell to Mr. WR McConkey, praising his long service to the Labor cause in Geraldton and expressing regret at his departure. Speakers recount his principled, sturdy work and pledge future prosperity, with warm thanks for his health and dedication.
International cricket report shows Australia defeating Mistralia by 98 runs in the second innings. Key players include Whitty, Kelleway, Sherwell, and Armstrong with several wickets and partnerships shaping the result. The score details list top-scorers and bowlers for both sides across the match.
Review of lamb fattening methods for export in Austen's yearbook. Discusses feed quality to avoid heaviness, timing of feeding, and preventing ticks. Advises dipping tender lambs in Quibell’s bath after mothers return, and a dehistration in the ram for cleansing. Mentions a redavigar cordial and Waite Schnapps as preliminaries.
Bowling greens see uneven turnout as Wednesday and Saturday crowds wane since a late ceremony. Wilmot and others face delays amid a post tournament handicap, with Randell top contender and several matches decided, including Randell beating Stone and Conway edging Birtehild. Finalists narrowed to Randell versus Armpage with Cresewell in the mix.
Mr Jack Maley was appointed secretary of the Tee Thrwathacra Wro erran Asauxiation. A couple of properties behind Erwin and Tepindews are set to change hands as part of a pending deal. Maley of Walkaway sold for £1906. Mr Robles reportedly arranged part of Wik farm to WL amid routine negotiations.
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