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Newspaper
Geraldton Express
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Jun 15, 1908
Page
3
A long, fragmented column blends critique of parliamentary attention to northern development with discussions on education laws and truancy enforcement. It references Premier Moore, the Northern Development League, and local figures, then shifts to a Northampton case about a headteacher role and a police officer’s conduct, ending with product plugs and a drama note about Lalla Mirai and Rigoletto.
Market notes from Dalgety and Co dated June 12 describe a dull English market with prices 48 to 18 Od per quarter lower since last week. Wheat shipments to Eastern States curtailed, prices remain above London parity, and demand wanes for prime grades. Cattle and oats prices rise. forward costs to the eastern states quoted at about £1 1s per ton, with Australian supplies tight and farmers delaying consignments.
In wet conditions the Rovers beat Mercantiles 6 3 with strong play from Houston Bell Maynard Towell Stokes Hale and Kelly. The mercantiles led early but the Rovers dominated the second half, aided by Bert Kidd Chick Kidd Howell and Urol as the rain persisted and the ground remained slippery.
A fragmentary record shows a match in Geraldton with a score line 36 to 61. It mentions a railway team tallying 42 and 116 points across events. The scoring system awards 4 points for a win and 2 for a draw.
Mrs Cromer of Petey Street Gee long writes that after using Chamberlain's Cough Remedy for her sick child she saw relief within days and the girl could return to school. She recommends the remedy to friends and notes it was available at chemists and stores.
A large crowds watch a suffrage demonstration in London as women march from the embankment to Albert Hall. Notable attendees include Countess Onslow, Countess De La Warr, and Lady Francis Balfour. Speakers urge peaceful, persistent action to advance women’s voting rights amid a broader political march.
Inter State report from Melbourne states Dentachmann has been sentenced for the death of his wife. His condition is reported as well, and he is under continuing care and attention from Rev. Charles Cameran.
The Premier indicates an unofficial note that the Rail Way Commissioner plans to dismiss about 1000 railway employees. Mr Pont is probing to limit the disruption and cushion the impact as much as possible.
In Sydney on a Sunday a man was committed for trial over the death of Tessie Wilkiman. The court heard that the accused, linked to an earlier accusation of theft, struck the woman during a confrontation, causing fatal injuries. The court adjourned with the manslaughter charge proceeding to trial.
Perth report notes Mr Je AN Thomson intends to retire from politics and quit the Legislative Assembly, likely vacating the Wellington seat around May. The local timing remains uncertain but retirement appears imminent in the near term.
In Peru on Saturday and Monday local football contests saw North Fremantle win 5-3 and South Fremantle lose 1-5. East Peru defeated West Perth 14-6 while other scores include Bash Promantie and Mitadinetion HL Perth with Sibiaends noted in the match list.
The record notes that on July 2 Parliament will convene to address an extraordinary session or debate. Mentions Minlay and Reebliog 10 an unclear incident, with shipping news reporting heavy winds and rates along the coast and a French ship incident near Frenanile Bathe with a rescue by a daily report.
A muddled Perth Mohday MIT report states that officials deny accusations of trickery in the selection ballots. The piece mentions the Laker ballot and implies tensions with Tammany Hall, with crude remarks about the Lak er movement and a reference to Cale Thompson’s severe pain.
Me Bakger won four events with Danzar Lord Midleton and Bacrani at the Anniversary Meet in Ralgoorlin Motlay. Long odds form unclear but a favorite did win one event.
A dated letter from Mt Krin on June 7 discusses political tension over promised railway and land sales. It references Mr Stine, MLA Stone, and local sellers in a centre, noting delays and financial figures for acres and prices. The writer admires cautious political stance, contemplates reactions to elections, and signs off as FAIR DEAL.
In this winter notice an long list of cold and chest ailments is paired with a remedy claiming Pep tablets will prevent and treat coughs bronchitis and throat pain. It touts Pep as a natural lung cure, sold widely at chemists and stores, with price and distributor details included.
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