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Newspaper
Geraldton Express
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Jan 20, 1909
Page
2
The 1 bay gelding branded Wha neat xiao is listed with docking and shipping instructions. If not matched, the horse will be disposed per direction.
The piece describes Grace Watson traveling from the Western States to Australia as a political lecturer and organizer. It portrays her platform as anti Labor and pro state-led reforms, praising her eloquence while noting her aims to educate women in politics, protect home life, and oppose Labor extremes. The article critiques her “fighting platform” and suggests her views foreshadow a return to 19th century state control of key industries.
M Spence formerly of the Miners Arms Northampton announces his takeover of the new up to date hotel at Gingin two chains from the railway station. He notes day trains stop a quarter hour at Gingin offering refreshment and invites travellers from Geraldton and Murchison to pause on Thursday evening trains for a convenient break. As a health resort Gingin has few equals and he pledges attentive comfort and a cordial welcome to old friends and new visitors.
Race card from Walkaway on St Patrick Day features Maid en Mach over 100 yards with 1st prize £1, 2nd £3, open to non-winners. Sheffield Handicap over 120 yards offers £8 to winner and £2 to second. Hur dle race listed, then 440 yards event with prizes. Numerous other events and competitors noted in race meeting held Saturday at Walkaway.
Greenough Farmers' Club announces a quarterly meeting scheduled for Monday in January at Catherine's Mall. Items include alteration of tiles, financial year advancement, and modifications to rides. Secretary listed as official contact.
The writer condemns Miss Watson and the Labor Party for pushing extreme aims such as living wages and suffrage, arguing these policies affect families, women workers, and social norms. They reference acts restricting long hours, the push for suffrage, and the Broken Hill lockout as consequences, urging scrutiny of the party's true aims.
A composite Perth era item reports railway conference outcomes and plans, with mention of the Made in Australia movement, calls for public meetings outside Mule Hotel, and notes on a centralisation scheme. It also covers a court witness box upgrade, church opening delays, and various local social notes including a marriage, a drowning incident, and a statue in Broome.
Fragmentary OCR notes describe an event involving delivery timing and a Monday evening program. Names and places are damaged, but references to a following morning or afternoon, and a list of items or people appear. The exact action and entities are unreadable.
Senator De Largie in Western Australia foresees the Miser Government likely to stay in power through the next session. He notes the Opposition may fuse, but argues the Labor Party remains the largest in the Federal Parliament and could justify continued office to test its principles in practice.
A fragmented cry recalling the Spirit of Australia through wartime verse. Refrains urge readiness and unity, referencing white settlement, defense, and national resolve amid ominous warnings and mobilization. Mentions Burnett Gray in the Bulletin.
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