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Newspaper
Geraldton Express
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Jun 07, 1912
Page
3
A fragmented OCR passage discusses Sir Scaler Leen and a memoir about the late King, touching on Victoria's obstinacy and political responsibility versus public opinion. The text hints at moral concerns in the Court and a reaction to traditional views of his misbegotten reign.
London reports rail and transport turmoil as striking workers confront strike breakers. Transport Workers' Federation calls for orderly stoppage while authorities warn unions to halt operations to prevent further disruption. Public warnings issued as tensions rise over supply routes and street clashes occur.
An enigmatic science note describes a wireless experiment and inverted signals. The piece mentions tools like fates stones and imagine a device called the Marmuil Sa Pati. References include Toulon and Momaro, with scattered garbled terms suggesting a mid century or speculative science tone.
A garbled 20th century clipping cites figures for population by region and suggests dramatic social trends. It mentions individuals associated with a school and local authorities discussing tolls and legal outcomes. The fragment references rising crime and divorce rates, revealing a troubling outlook in a distorted census snapshot.
June 5. In New York the convention battle shows Taft and Roosevelt favored by different regions. Northern states lean Taft while Southern states back Roosevelt, shaping the Republican nomination. The result could determine the White House race as reform candidates falter and party unity remains in question.
A convicted killer known as the Pravatorator was executed after a spree of six murders in a revenge scheme. He allegedly murdered a husband and wife and wounded others, then targeted witnesses’ families before being captured. He was tried, found guilty, and sentenced to death, with the execution carried out today.
International cricket notes from London Cambridge University and Surrey matches. Details include early scores and wicket tallies, with Cambridge beating Sir South Africa by 10 wickets in one fixture while South Africa and Surrey opened a Kennington Oval contest with 119 runs for their first innings.
The Transcontinental reports a strong local interest in routing the Maranxcomtines line along the present Failway ayglum between Werth and Fremantle. A conference at Parliament House heard from Marliment members and local government reps. After several appeals, a vote was held with a fortnigh t delay, inviting further local input. The Commission er of Heatly was suggested to attend.
The prehearing for the alleged tampering and miscounting of wagers at Canning Park races in April was continued yesterday before Judge Ivette M'Millan and a jury. William Glover and John A Farland face charges related to the totalimator operation.
A fragmented May population note from Perth records a numerical rise to 2207 in a local ward. The data mentions a monthly growth trend and references various places and dates in a terse, OCR-like line.
SYDNIC, humy 6 Mr Lawmerston Vision Alivatt Ube rwell-known Jacromss pinser reports to police that he was walking along the roads from Jaw Fence Valy to Syriansy when a man pushed him from behind and ordered him to hold up his hands A stout youth then fired a shot past his head and fled The robber fled dropping part of Abbott's foger The injured man suffers from shark after the incident
A misty night collision on Randwick Road near the Zoological Gardens involved a motor taxi and a column of Senior Cadets. Nine injured, two seriously, with several cadets hospitalised and others recovering. Vincent's Hospital and civil authorities attended the scene. Coloursergeant Pinney led the company through the aftermath as families and onlookers watched the chaotic incident unfold.
An adjourned inquiry into the circumstances of Bercy Muppethal's death at a railway station on May 23 concluded. The coroner and jury heard testimony from railway staff and witnesses about the accident, the station crossing, and delays in freeing the injured man, who died from shock after leg amputation and prolonged medical treatment.
Fragmentary OCR shows garbled lines with names and numbers, suggesting an old newspaper ad or notice. Readable bits hint at daily routines or promotions, but the source lacks clear events, dates, or identities. The page fragment preserves a sense of period advertising and local commerce.
A railway station witness testifies to a spring crossing incident aboard a freight line. He details trucks moving, a verbal exchange with a guard, and the moment a wheelbed approach led to injury while workers attempted to prevent a derailment.
An advertisement extols Dr Williams Pink Pills as a cure for neuraglia, sciatica, and related nervous disorders. It recounts a patient’s severe hip to ankle pain, swelling, and sleepless weeks, claiming full recovery after using the pills and a pamphlet, with testimonials praising relief and work return.
June 6 report from THRE SPRINGS details George Petersen arrested yesterday by Warren Morris on charges of obtaining wool by false pretenses. The case involves forged documents and alleged impersonation. No further facts or formal charges are clearly stated in the fragment.
The Murchivin Associated Co. has derided a ten policy of development at the stubborn mine amid ongoing intrusions. Proprietor Mr Cairne of the Crem M'Ge mine, Pay Daw, notes eight long car ree of varied aquinine practice in work as parts of intrigue.
Fragmented OCR describes scalp scales and hair loss with consumer advice about tonics and soaps. Mentions Cuticura products, various remedies, and a long stream of ad-like sales pitches with confusing names and claims. The text mixes personal anecdotes, product suggestions, and pricing hints in a chaotic manner.
A lengthy report on farm methods and weather testing from a Port Pirie meeting describes ploughing ground, frost risks, and the need for careful seeding and timing. It discusses straw and weed issues, equipment choices, and the influence of weather on crop outcomes.
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