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Newspaper
Geraldton Express
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Jun 03, 1907
Page
3
Readable bits hint at a character named Micawber Spalding involved in a washer speculation. The text is garbled and lacks clear events, dates, or places, making it difficult to determine the exact story or outcome.
The column mocks annual royal honors and the making of peers, noting how birthdays bring new middle class pretensions. It critiques Mr Kirk and Sir John Kirke, contrasts American and Australian taste for titles, and jokes about who qualifies as an “honorable” person in society.
A Melbourne report says Friday’s meeting between Teesdale Stith McNeill McMurtrie for the Combine and Pearce Avan for the union yielded no progress. All parties remained reticent and a definitive settlement seemed unlikely. The relief committee continues soliciting subscriptions while a court injunction may be sought to preserve status quo.
A morning report notes the conference and executive peers remain intact despite unsettled tensions. Officials discuss potential mutual adjustments with no final agreement or timetable revealed.
Perth this afternoon a report reprints a tentative settlement of the timber contract dispute with parties having reached mutual agreement. Details are unclear and require official confirmation.
The under secretary reports May revenue and expenditure, noting a continued deficit with expenditures exceeding revenue by 827 percent. The current deficit stands at £199,994, comprised of £119,000 in June and £77,094 from the eleven months of the current financial year.
A Football Association meeting was held at the Geraldton Hotel with President D. Pancoe in the chair. Permits and match rounds were discussed for Rovers, Railways, Mercantiles, and Country Districts with fixtures from July through August and a plan to seek a £2 per well empire. Also notes on elderly care and a Chamberlain’s tablets promotion appeared in the closing remarks.
Police Court notes record Jamen Callaghan known as Wing ey Callaghan charged with giving wrong address to constable Andersim who asked for his address. Callaghan testified, was arrested, and sent to seven days. Robert Jennings, accused of being involved with convicted thieves, denied wrongdoing but was remanded to compel witnesses for character, citing evil fame.
In a Monday session, Robert Jenninem faced remand on a charge of evil fame after a witness described him in relation to a prior acquaintance. A second defendant, accused of stealing and deceit tied to a hurricane tarp, pleaded not guilty. The court postponed to tomorrow, with fines and licenses at issue. The Corpus Christi procession in Geraldton drew spectators, with Father Sheldin delivering the sermon. Local council discussion noted late-evening street patrolling and road work concerns amid weather permitting plans.
Rovers Railwara Mercantiles lead the Premiership standings with the latest results. The season progress shows key wins and losses shaping the table as teams push for top position.
A May 18 replay at the Reserve produced a tight contest with Railways winning 8 goals 6 behinds to Mercantiles 4 goals 10 behinds. Key performers included Tarrant, Drysdale, Ramshaw, and Doran, while umpire Forrester was praised for fairness amid crowding.
Perth this morning reports results from Saturday football matches across metropolitan clubs. Scores and standings are summarized, highlighting key performances and notable scorers involved in the weekend program.
A disastrous fire at the home of Walter Schiffer, a wealthy cigar maker, in New Jersey on Saturday destroyed the residence. Schiffer’s wife perished while attempting to rescue others, and two daughters and two other inmates were reported killed.
A report notes famine looming in Cti Eva and damage to Goan rice crops as harvest prospects weaken and concerns rise over food security. Officials urge relief measures amid dwindling yields and rising prices.
The readable parts reference football results, a London wheat market note, and a local water scheme. Names and exact facts are unclear due to garbled text, but the piece seems to blend sports scoring, market updates, and a columns tease about a future report.
A London report notes Crimp’s committal for trial for the murder of Mrs Crimp in Southsea, with mentions of Crimp’s time in Australia and revolver use. The piece also strings together scattered Australian agricultural, political, and economic notes including wheat prices, state autonomy, and local governance remarks.
London reports several crew members detained in Goniin on charges of carrying cartridges meant to trigger an explosion and fire. A separate dispatch notes missing aeronauts with tangled, incomplete lines claiming balloonists were safe, while a balloon wreckage was found marked with signs of peril at sea.
In London this morning a band of Russian anarchists attempted to derail an express train near Sebastopol. The engine driver, risking his life, mounted the engine and wrestled it back to safety, preventing a catastrophe. The attackers escaped and were not captured.
Melbourne reports a burglary at a Burwood residence with jewellery stolen. A farmer named Apetretator suffered a terrible accident near Truso after being knocked down by a vehicle. severe injuries and a critical condition noted. Also a ring theft arrest at Chiltern and a body found in a macabre case.
An immense crowd struggled for admission to Ada Wopd’s lecture held at a church, the scene crowded beyond capacity. One man fainted and was injured as doors closed before the program began. In West Perth East Perth won by 6 points and other scores across the ferrous rounds are noted.
Applications for BHARES may be worn to the Hon Secretary or Provisional Committee members T L Brown M L A B Dooley J Farquhn R McPharson W H Jemoa J Dodde J Denmark R Pander H Hooper BR MeMiMen. Interest eight percent per annum on share capital profits shared by purchasers. Watch for further press announcements. The Secretary at Central Hall office every evening 7 to 9 except Sundays.
Residents gathered as pumping began in the trench, delivering about 7000 gallons by midnight. The mayor hosted visitors at the site with refreshments, while watchers admired the rushing cataract and hoped for more efficient use of the new supply. Pumping aimed for 16 hours daily, with optimism among locals that the project would end water shortages.
In Adelaide this afternoon Cairngorm won the Birthday Cup over 800 metres at Victoria Park. The race saw Celtsgorm in second and Minttva Bow also prominent. Betting 20 to 2 the winner paid out at good odds.
A chaotic scene near Benwabill Snave of the Associatest Mines in Kalgoorlie was reported this morning. Details are unclear due to fragmented text, but witnesses describe a sudden disturbance with injuries and a rapid response by emergency services.
A vessel from Adelante bound for South Africa ran into a severe storm off Auckland on Saturday. The wreck tore the cabion and rigging, capsizing the saloon and blowing parts overboard. Second mate Jones was swept away and drowned. other crew faced fearsome conditions as they fought to reach Port Chalmers in distress.
Reports say Hugh Meiiwralth may have been murdered and robbed after arriving in Canton while awaiting a verdict on a separate civil case. Details note a lost time award and compensation adjustments in a related hearing. The fragment mentions a London case and a judge’s order affecting defendant compensation and costs.
A customer testimonial from Horace J. Mnon, secretary of Amples Hotel in Wellington, endorses Chamberlain s Cough Remedy as effective where other cough mixtures failed. He claims it cured a severe cough and praises its relief. Sold by all chemists and stores.
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