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Newspaper
Geraldton Express
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Jun 10, 1910
Page
3
A memorial note to Rev. Jeree P. Ryan dated 7th June 1919. The piece laments the priest’s death, asks for angelic aid, and recalls his holy example. It invokes sacred relics, prayers, and guidance, ending with a blessing for labor and memory.
Market notes from Dalgety and Company LAmt for week ending show mixed shifts. Wheat values drift with Daxaiy barge and shipments en route, prices easing marginally while freight and prime rates remain volatile.
A boy from Northaim was injured when his arm was caught in a drill. Dr Humgerford examined him with Mr Ash present and decided against amputation after rating the course of treatment. The patient later shows improvement under care.
Trade advertisement markets Kay's Compound as a remedy for coughs and colds and claims suitability for convalescents and chest complaints. Mentions pure grape preparations and a Woods' Pepperman House product line in a dated 19th century catalog style.
Telegrams report a deliberate but unsuccessful attempt to derail a suburban train near Cliftes Hill station in Melbourne. A large stone and plate believed to be part of an elaborate setup were found on the trackside. Investigators suspect a mechanic staged the act, aiming to cause a crash but failing.
A demented woman allegedly attacked a girl and caused a fatal incident near Kertong, 17 miles from Tallangatta. Neighbors describe a violent scene as a nine year old girl and another child suffered injuries while a mother tried to help. Police and medics found the bodies. attempts to revive the victims were unsuccessful.
The State authorities value Victorian lighthouses and adjacent land at nearly £200,000. Colonel Miller and Mr J Russell Brown representing the Commonwealth and State will soon present valuations of the property to determine the credit due to Victoria from the lighthouse transfer.
A bankrupt Melbourne man Lidge Moule was ordered imprisoned for one month by the Insolvency Court yesterday for keeping false records and making false representations to wholesale suppliers. The case connected to Garnet, a grocer, and involved allegations linked to Strahan and other matters, with details obscured in the damaged report.
A disrupted rail event in Darlinghurst left Patrick McCormick with a broken arm and a scalp wound after a ram jumped the rails. The emergency response routed the crowd into a halt as medical teams attended the injured man and nearby commuters.
Perth telegrams report Dr Bowket was charged with smallpox transmission but the defense produced evidence that diagnosing certain smallpox forms is difficult. Witnesses testified to their inability to distinguish between smallpox and sun fever. The jury found him not guilty and he left the court without stain on his character.
Perth reports the Fremantle result with Murphy securing the seat and a clear majority. Details are limited but indicate a decisive victory for Murphy in the Fremantle contest.
Eight workingmen in a sewerage strike presented the issue to Prime Minister Wilson urging arbitration. Wilson suggested arbitration and the protesters stated they are willing to accept a ruling if it settles the dispute. They emphasized seeking a way out of the dilemma while showing a readiness to comply with the Arbitration Court.
Messrs HJ Wigmore and Co report a very short yarding of shalts with five trucks recorded. Port railway wagons present, oats and hay also listed. Prime wheat shown in two trucks, price 4 pounds 7 shillings 8 pence per ton. Gold medium wheat sold at 17 pounds 15 shillings, other oats traded between 4 pounds 27 shillings and 17 pounds 15 shillings. Wheat and dye lots passed in at 22 shillings 10.7 pence, a truck of rats catalogued but withdrawn.
There was market attendance at Mr Sommera’s yesterday when he offered to sell the city property near the Crterton Hotel on Has street with a hotel and living units. The property drew bids starting at SFC and rising to 92,80 with Mr P Steele making the final bid. The Mayrystitet Wroreitenens alga proposed a rate of £50 a foot.
The Arbitration Court will sit on Monday next to deliver the award in the hirichers' dispute. The decision may affect the challenged order and related matters, though no immediate steps to appeal or alter the ballot are indicated.
Kalgoorlie report says M G Goldsburgh a lawyer's clerk was charged yesterday with contempt of court for uttering a remark about Montgomery. He claims the words were meant only for Mr Barrett and offered a full apology if the Bench accepts his explanation. The Bench considered his statement.
A letter discusses current farming work and wood supply. Farmers report limited timber for the kiln and higher hauling costs. The writer notes a shift in wood prices and delays due to transport and road conditions, with workers facing additional burdens to prepare land and maintain equipment.
Vincent Hooper, thrown from a motor cart in Westmesday evening, has regained consciousness. The incident prompted local officials to announce a July 16 opening for a government magnet railway project.
A clipped OCR fragment shows several drug and patent remedy names such as Wolfe's Schnapps and coaguline references. The text includes garbled phrases about medicines for pains, coughs, and stimulants, with unclear attributions and inconsistent punctuation. The item reads like a damaged advertising section from an old newspaper page.
An 19th century advertisement fragment touts Woods Great Peppermint Cure for bronchial coughs at 6d and WoLPE'S SCTINAPPS for bracing and kidney and urinary ailments. It also mentions CLINSERD COMPOUND for asthma and breathing and MLINSEED COMPOUND Stockport Remedy for coughs and worts with claimed one year proven efficiency.
Football notes a Railways clash with Poigarden for the second time this season. Previous result saw Railways win 11 9. Lineups include Brizates and others. McClain, Watts, Strang unavailable. Beckwith possibly prominent. Association meeting details outline permits for Fire Brigade F C and new signings as talks on ground grant progress.
A testimonial from Moita Place, Tunciin, praising Zam-Buk for transforming a long standing toe injury and various skin conditions after failed medical treatments. The speaker credits Zam-Buk with healing ulcers, fissures, sores, and other skin diseases, detailing extensive prior hospital visits and private care before finding relief.
A conference of district rifle clubs is scheduled for the 18th in Geraldton amid a new National Fifth Asdochatiem constitution. Geraldton becomes the centre of a large district including Murchison and Nor West with a District Union formation and dues of £1 per club. Prizes total £26 for district rifle meetings, while the north-west division covers Geraldton, Murchison districts, and Nor West. Debate centers on government of field clubs and whether the centre should be at Cura or Day Dawn, the latter offering a suitable range for upcoming competitions. The Geraldton event will conclude with further consideration by organizers after the November gathering.
A man from Townsville recounts a severe rheumatic attack that left him limping, waking in pain, and unable to sleep for months. He describes swelling, distorted limbs, and fatigue. After trying various remedies, he found relief with Pink Pills, noting three boxes cured him and ended his persistent aches.
A columned advertisement describes rheumatism as a deep systemic issue caused by lactic acid and promoted by the supposed remedy Williams Pink Pills. It cites cures among readers, urges use of the pills to purge the acid and build new blood, and lists prices and the distributor in Australasia.
The Geraldton area reports planning work and local contracts. Walter Tyler returns from Perth, Mr Crothers secures a contract for small shop construction, and Messrs Jenner and Thafiner win a tender for a new project. The Gerabitan Parliament meets amid ministerial changes with the Crimely Ministry ousted and Mr FC Barthel named to lead a reshaped cabinet. A Sunday program from Wesley Church and noted entertainments title civic events as preparations proceed in the town.
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