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Newspaper
Geraldton Express
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Jul 14, 1909
Page
3
A Northampton newspaper snippet describes a Petih Hatanbe copy, timing, and competitors with financial stakes around £290. It details meetings of a ricket club, field conditions, and farming notes including sowings, plant growth, and frost readiness, with several named local figures and places referenced.
Reports from Northampton detail a railway labor dispute among Bradley's gang and allies. A meeting on Monday discussed adherence to a Monday decision, with some workers camping near Blut Point. Officials deny protests and cite sanitary rules while wage discrepancies for casual laborers and telegraph workers are debated.
The Geraldton Fire Brigade met at the Fire Station with 16 members present. Three new members Mesars ALM Darcy C Wilkin and Bell joined, bringing total enrolment to 21. The brigade seeks Commonwealth help to install a telephone at the station as government support fades.
Fragmented text mentions development work, a manor, and residency conditions. References to names like James Wheat and Mike Wheat appear amid garbled phrasing. The legible parts imply a discussion of payable sums, age, poverty, and employment status within a property or manor context.
The Geraldton Express announces a free twelve month subscription available to any address in the state upon receipt of A204 in advance. The paper is published three times weekly on Monday Wednesday and Friday.
Government Resident at Thursday Island dismisses a telegram picked up near Singapore claiming rastaways on New Guinea as a hoax. No credible evidence supports the report.
A Christchurch magistrate hears Thomas Matthew Long assert that a woman testifying is his wife from Wellington. He says they married six years ago and were separated. the woman flatly denies the marriage. Long is allowed a week to present a marriage certificate.
Sydney reports that the death sentence pronounced in the North Sydney shooting case of John Frederick Crook has been commuted to penal servitude. The decision, announced Tuesday, notes Crook’s sentence reduction amid ongoing legal considerations.
Sydney papers report on the deaths of two Roman Catholic bishops in Lismore and Maitland. Maitland’s bishop was said to be worth money and announced in Maitland that he planned to leave funds for Masses and charitable work, while the Lismore bishop’s estate figure was questioned.
The Wages Board fixed hairdressers' remuneration in the metropolitan area at £28s per week, with higher rates up to £238s for special work, according to the notice.
Sydney sales summary reports 6272 sheep listed at the Stud Sheep Fair last week fetching £19,413 in total. The event highlights strong demand and notable activity among buyers and sellers in the livestock market.
Tuesday in Shilney Mr Jacoby of the West Australian Fruit Growers Association and the general superintendent of Orient Lines discussed shipper provisions. He sought assurances that shipping companies would carry necessary fruit export spares and urged federal growers to convene to agree on action.
News reports a shocking Horsham Victoria murder in which a man died before his wife and a man named Albert May are arrested. Police say a struggle occurred in a shop where the wife was counting, with a knife or weapon involved. Evidence includes a table runner smeared with blood and intercourse details of a jealous husband.
Railways beat Brigades 41 to 45 in a windy game that favored Brigades early but saw Railways claim the win with sharper kicking. Key players included Critch, Willis, Harper, and Webb, while the referee and appeals board faced criticism over procedures and enforcement of rules. Final scores and disruptive crowd behavior from the Eastern States drew attention to stadium safety and governing actions.
The report cites several dependable performers including Woolhouse Pranatér Evenson and Thompson for the Rovers with Kexting as their most reliable. Cadets standout Bennett and captain Carpenter led front line efforts with solid offense. Bell White Smith Wright Ridley and Smythe also contributed notable work.
Flow correspondent reports a crowded Agri hall event with crowds from Greenough and Front and Back Flats. The program featured a dance and entertainment, with Mr Wes Wey Stakess arranging duties and refreshments by New Vases Stokes. Local sentiment praises the performers and hints at ongoing community pride for the Greenough lines.
A local notice corrects a report stating more than ten pounds was raised at a concert. The balance shows fifty pounds real is the actual amount. The missive also notes a diphtheria case in Geraldton and youth Olive and William Grigsby admitted for treatment.
A Saturday junior match saw the Juniors edge the Cadets in a high scoring game. Size and strength gaps appeared across quarters with the Juniors failing to capitalize, while Halistt Herbert and Pope showed notable play for the Cadets. The report notes weak marking among juniors and calls for improved line work and discipline.
The Victoria Labor platform outlines changes including Fair Rent Boards, state support for meals in schools, aid to mothers, and government control of charitable institutions. It emphasizes collective ownership of industry and the nationalization of means of production, adapting to Commonwealth ties. The document also mentions electoral reform and state assistance for exports and production changes.
Sydney Parliament hears testimony from Superintendent Web about fire risks linked to the metropolis electric light system and public works plans. He confirms prior statements that a warehouse fire caused by defective wiring raised safety concerns for Parliament buildings and nearby facilities.
A terse note from Selbourne reports the Prime Minister staying away from the House of Representatives edition last night amid unclear reasons. Mr Deakin was suffering a slight position issue affecting his attendance and participation.
The obituary notes the death of Arthur Sardy in South Australia, described as the oldest member of the Seniusirae Vian Bar and a relative of Jouin Stuart. It mentions his arrival in 180 and references his connection to Jéin Stuart, a political economist and Reform Clk member, with limited legible details.
The Geraldton Express announces a recurring weekly schedule with editions on Monday Wednesday and Friday. Readers can receive twelve months of issues by paying an advance amount of 125 64 fm.
Prices for wheat and oats are noted with oats steady and wheat at 221 24 per certain measure. Several trucks available at the Derete railway yards this morning. Kalibia vessel damaged with towing strings and masts affected by heavy seas. Children’s Mackina Cough at Night WoodsPeppermint Cure advertised.
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