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Newspaper
Geraldton Express
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Jun 16, 1909
Page
3
A garbled local notices page lists a Friday social dance and refreshment event at Pebble Building hosted by notable figures including Mr Chirk and the Provident News. Several community activities, skating, meetings, and club notices are mentioned with various names and locations, though many lines are unreadable.
The inquest was suspended this afternoon as witnesses described three weeks of Mack flange railway construction along with mining work near Glen and Cart. The jury found death by own action in one case, while police investigated sabotage and safety lapses. Local officials discussed pensions and store developments as new warehouses rise and a series of minor accidents occurred without major injuries.
Stanley Williams convicted of manslaughter in the death of Gary Johnston at Wer Willis during a second trial. Judge Bradney declared the case among the cruellest he had heard and condemned the defendant for lacking religion and humanity as he sentenced him today.
The court on Tuesday weighed a conviction concerning a Chinaman claimed to be unlawfully held. The judge argued the act interfered with personal liberty, noting the ruling might affect the individual but not the community.
In Crimorne during Fleet Week, Alice Young and another youth claim government negligence caused the loss of an eye from fireworks. The Supreme Court verdict concluded with a jury awarding damages of £10 to one claimant amid a case styled for compensation against government servants over the incident.
Chaotic morning briefing from Express representative Cars fingten outlines dredging operations at Galston Harbor. Weather delays, uncertain timing, and internal disagreements push back the planned wake activity. crews prepare for a trial run and assess equipment, safety, and productivity prospects.
Melbourne dispatch reports a Cabinet meeting discussing financial questions and departmental needs. Mr Grakin signals further discussion of several bills and a possible political commitment to immediate action. A ceremony for the Lenin Time of military officers is also noted.
Fragmentary report notes violence of political rhetoric in Ballarat as Fisher urges that government relies on partisan influence. References coalition tensions between parties and reformist and conservative strands shaping the era.
A Tuesday evening crash near Auburn left Timothy Vord and his 11 year old son dead. A vehicle overturned after colliding with a tree. The father perished while guiding his youngest son to safety, while the older boy’s fate remained unclear in early reports.
Telegrams from Port Adelaide reveal the hope that contractor Ahunter, last seen May 14 aboard the steamer Suffolk bound for Port Adelaide, has failed after a cable from ship agents in Aden stated he was not aboard. Authorities assess the situation as grim with the missing man not aboard and no fresh leads.
State lecture topic aims to connect farmers with research. Professor Lowrie arrives from distant districts to share knowledge and plan later visiting farmers statewide. He is booked to lecture at Moora on June 2, inviting farmers to attend and engage in personal contact.
Perth publicans face cancellation of all permits to keep open after 11.45 p m as witnesses in the City Police Court testify they were in hotels beyond the usual closing hours. The P M Mr Rae announces the action due to evidence from numerous witnesses.
Perth telegram says the steamer Staihearn bound from Bunbury to Colombo with timber put into Fremantle after leaving the southern port nine men refused duty. Capt Durbin says the engineers had to stoke the ship to reach port.
The Minister for Mines accompanied by Mr Waller visited Kernulpl and Kanow on Tuesday in Perth. Key steps were received at those towns and the party proceeded in the evening to Bulong, with an intervening care noted.
In a Perth court, after hours of testimony and a brief jury deliberation the case against the accused collapsed. Civil action looms as Delany and the Railway Department are named in the proceedings.
Untidy OCR text shows scattered market notes with erratic capitalization and broken phrases. It mentions Crow ty vit qa fs Klourgins, Bra Sanna firner, Raleigh Wy Ua Vable, and Hutter with tight conditions and varied rates. The readable elements suggest a report on tentative price movements and unsettled trading activity.
Cryptic Melbourne price column lists wheat and dormitory figures with scattered currency marks and mismatched terms. Mentions unions and regulation values, quoting euros and pounds oddly alongside odds and dates.
Fragmentary OCR notes show a lone attendance or movement mention with unclear date. Missing names places and concrete facts prevent full event framing. content reads as incomplete travel or meeting shorthand from a Tuesday entry.
Reading shows a fragmented market entry listing buyers at the Perth yam trade, several items with prices and quantities, and a note that no offer was received for a rick. The text is garbled with misreads but preserves names and price references for a local sale or auction.
Fraser township auction notices offer sale of allotments at Mulhers and Contractors Exchange St Geofrey Terrace Perth with upset prices shown. Ten percent deposit, balance in 15 annual payments at four percent interest. Land around Three Springs praised for quality while township progresses, promising profitable investment.
Correspon dent reports Ceraldion friends hearing that Yalogin mine Rockion Gold Mine at Yaloginute, owned by Clarke and Henry, expects roughly two shillings per ton from 1 ton of stone. Most ore is treated at Meekatharra battery ten miles away, with high hopes despite low grade prospects and distance challenges.
Through courtesy of Rev Mr Shannon the Presbyterian magazine is received. The 16 page issue includes stories and scientific articles with illustrations. An official interest is evident in a Nature Story by Mr Wotwards FCS showing how experiments may be conducted and applied in schools and homes.
Saturday market notes show mixed vegetable and fruit prices with spinach rhubarb cabbage and apples listed, plus fowls and turkeys in small lots. Furniture sale details mention Mr Baldwinson and Clarke offerings with prices and closings, while general supplies and perishables indicate slow demand and variable pricing.
The readable fragments describe heavy rains or their absence across the Victoria District, causing insufficiency in feet during Marek and April and May. The text notes impacts on sheep and cattle as part of widespread damage.
The Dengarea Cheisyy Minstrels Troupe gave entertainment last Tuesday night at Minges new theatre. The program was well staged with solo pieces and costumes noted as novel and imposing. The troupe displayed potential with room for refinement and the audience welcomed the performers warmly. Beatrice Cridle was praised as accompanist and Mr Johnson provided efficient interludes.
A contentious exchange discusses the travelling school system for children living in remote areas. Contributors including Angus and Naylor critique current methods, praising university education while condemning mechanical teaching. The letters reflect a broader push for improved public schooling.
Fragmentary OCR text mentions Mint ta many tents and Mint's place, a tavern, and WOLFE'S SORNAPPS beverage claim. Names and places are garbled. cannot determine coherent event.
A Northampton reader denounces state school education as overly mechanical. He faults inspectors for ignoring broader aims, defends practical dressmaking and needlework, and challenges a rival claim that public schools fail to teach useful crafts and lithers. The letter argues for limited discretionary power and warns against meddling in curricula.
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