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Newspaper
Geraldton Express
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Jul 20, 1908
Page
3
Melbourne correspondent reports across scattered items on the Defence Department, compulsory county schooling, and public lectures. Mentions ministers Mitchell and Pa Yeorah, remarks by farmers at Cunderdin, and figures like Lord Dudley, Senator Pearce, and Major Merks.
Fragmentary dispatch notes General Blan blocking a major move by Germany in a broader European crisis. The article quotes estimates of annual costs and losses beyond direct military outlay, with reference to Russia and Japan and potential shifts in European alliances.
London coverage notes Sunita Madrice and the Irish team competing in a rifle contest at Binley. Report highlights a remarkable performance despite unclear details and unresolved results.
Contained in a digest of international matters is a report on Persia where the Constitutionalists gain a new appeal to Britain as the great power. The piece notes tensions in the region and the ongoing struggle for constitutional government amid external influence. In sports, Joel W. Kol appears to have a horse race victory amid a rowdy crowd and notable crowd behavior recorded at Sandown Park.
Victorian swimmer Beaurgentre won the swimming race at the Olmypian Games in Layton on Sunday, with Tartakover of New South Wales finishing second and Larner of England completing the ten mile event in about 1 hour 2 minutes. Amateur record set. Local Option appeals in South Australia heard by Privy Council committee. appeals dismissed with costs.
The wool market remains firm with prices unchanged and 44 020 bales sold. Reports from London note the Kolapore Cup won by England in shooting. Fatalities arise from a lightning strike, killing 12. Other items mention air torpedoes, Krupp patent rights, Peary’s Arctic expedition, and assorted notes on ships, trains, and local affairs.
Mev M. Williams of Willow ally and Mise Piddo of Collis wed in Northampton. A public meeting at the Railway Hotel, Borhampton, considered forming a brasels of the 31 men Development Teagee, with many attendees expressing support for the new group. The event planned a meeting set for the 23th day.
Lawns tennis event lists pairings for a series of matches with several notable players scheduled at 4 20 pm. The program includes Wells Howe and Mise, Wing Parra, Drowery Olior, Thomson Maemertan, Miss Darling, Miss Dufield, Cresawell and Mrs Je vy Ralligan, and Mrs Abbots versus Ovehea and Greville.
Reported death from diphtheria marks a somber entry in the local chronicle. The community contemplates health practices and cautious measures as officials urge vigilance to prevent further cases.
Fragmentary OCR notes Geraldton football and a Centra or Brien reference. Mentions Perth next month and unknown players while describing issues affecting the game and crowd attendance.
Greenough experiences summer weather with gaiety as socials and weddings fill the week. A Walkaway social tea drew many guests, and a large wedding occurred at Holy Trinity Church between Miss Mainle Bandon and Mr William Criditte. The town reports no new rabbit or poultry issues, and local discussions touch on the postmistress appointment and community improvements.
A letter chain discusses a misnomer in a publication and a July 20 note titled THE BENEFITS OF DRUIDISM. A reader refutes methods of a friendly society and praises Grand Cough Remedy from Chamberlain’s, claiming speedy relief from bronchial coughs and colds and endorsing its widespread recommendation. Sold by chemists and storekeepers.
The text discusses the Order of Druids in this state, claiming it is nearly bankrupt due to large benefits. It notes the registrar’s experience with similar societies and suggests adherence to law. It calls for fair statements to attract members and mentions saving copies of crude statistics for state use.
The piece discusses retrenchment of the Resident Magistrate and a reduced Local Court staff amid economic concerns, with petitions against the cuts. It notes temporary court disruptions, possible delays for the month's proceedings, and a pending court clerk appointment. Agricultural prospects are mixed with reduced acreage. The diary also mentions marriages and local social events as signs of normalcy.
Venting about dull times, the Co op Stores urge housewives to spend wisely and save. They highlight cash trading, return the allowance from credit to prices, and advertise cheap patent medicines and tableware like fine cups and saucers at reduced prices.
Fragmented local telegraph lines describe a coastal incident with a steamer Tara referenced amid rough seas. Report mentions Perch and West Perth, a disaster warning, and subsequent salvage efforts as waves wash over a bunker coal area.
Inter-State sculling in New South Wales saw Thoroughgood claim the championship on the Num tralian Wu Minion River test. Pogwell and Suimtay trailed as Thoroughanod finished second.
The Sunshine disaster connection prompts deferral to August for the criminal court trial of Milburn, Dohinan, and Kendal on charges of manslaughter. The defense cites inadequate time to prepare the sentence.
Melbourne Sunday report indicates the Minister of Agriculture Mr Rwinhurne awaits a full inquiry report. Inquiries are believed to be progressing in the fodder manipulation case, with the government assessment likely to complete the evidence chain needed for prosecution of certain individuals.
In Tasmania at Stanley the inquiry into the steamship Orion concluded. It was noted the vessel weighed 114 tons and carried 112 tons of ramen and 22 tons of upper deck cargo with ballast water and coal totaling 24 tons. The inquiry aimed to curb dock cargo loading practices.
The monthly meeting of the Geroongh Roads Board at Central Greenough notes tenders for Reserve No.4A loaning, approval of Morrell’s Bootenal Road closure conditions, and a petition to close part of Hampton Road. Accounts totalling £112 fluctuated and a year end reserve motion was passed. Mr T W Newman promotes garden beds at Moroora State School and reports plant sales and nursery activity.
A chaotic ledger-like entry reports on King Billy’s succession dispute, a walkaway display, and various Public Works Department actions. It lists permit grants for roads, fencing, and culverts, plus notes on land leases, road repairs, and a protest over survey deviations. Also includes a testimonial praising Chamberlain's Cough Remedy for a child with croup.
A July 15 letter from the Acting Commissioner of Railways to Mr Brown discusses the deputation and Holy Premier visit in Geraldton and seeks details on planned improvements to the Geraldton to Perth passenger service. Also mentions medicines and Chest remedies from local chemists.
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