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Newspaper
Geraldton Express
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Jun 18, 1909
Page
3
A garbled football column mixes umpire meeting chatter with team selections and player names. The text jumbles references to matches, railways clubs, and various players, producing a chaotic overview with unclear outcomes.
Fragmented OCR text provides little usable market information. Names, dates, or entities are unreadable or garbled making a specific market event or items unclear. The readable bits suggest a routine market note but lack concrete facts to summarize accurately.
A garbled report describes erratic actions near Mur Roadway during a May period. Independent witnesses note unusual activity and unclear motives amid disrupted traffic and a tense scene.
Mrs Jane Les of Blackpool credits Cuticura remedies with curing a years long skin infection that defied doctors at hospitals. After using Ointment Soap and Resolvent Pills, she says skin healed fully and a new, healthy covering replaced the lacerated areas. She urges others to try the treatment.
A large crowd braved inclement weather Monday to hear the twelfth concert of the season by the Tindertafel at the Town Hall. The performers, led by Mr Wills, delivered a demanding program with notable impact, including the choral piece Lourdes and selections that showcased patient rehearsal and refined musicianship. The critic lauds the ensemble’s growth and urges continued support for their clear artistic merit.
Telegrams report two young women were killed by a passing railway train in Wellston on Thursday. The incident occurred as they walked near the line, raising concerns over railway safety and prompting authorities to investigate.
The Solicitor General travels to England to discuss temporary immunities and a claim against the government by a citizen seeking compensation of £500. The move signals formal engagement over a controversial legal matter.
A steamship crew faced harsh conditions amid a labor dispute as executives claim fuel costs rose and balk at terms. Demonstrators protest while a backers’ delegation plans action. One crewman was badly treated during the confrontation as the vessel remains at port awaiting resolution.
The Premier, Sydney s remarks to night, touted the governments policy as successful and signaled changes to law. He pointed to private subdivision terms, strengthened factory acts to protect women, and new charges in defamation and workers compensation. A reception followed the speech.
Fragmentary report notes a Thursday shooting at Tysie Park involving Marcy and Teochers, with a revolver used and a woman injured. Police investigate alleged strike by a married man amid unclear local names and medical outcomes.
Kalgoorlie circuit court session in which Justice Ranth presided. A defendant named Laverton alleges theft at Laverton with a jurors foreman report of no payment. Crown prosecutor Harker indicated a potential nolle prosequi. Foresham and Har dson faced charges of forging a document to a cheque for £5 drawn on West Australian Bank and uttering the forged documents. hearing adjourned to the following morning.
Messrs Wiggleworth Furimer and Mortis are appointed as assistants to the Under-Secretary for Jaws to carry out the ark of the Departmend over the new system of administration initiated by the Minister for Lands and Agriculture. They have already begun their duties.
The Commonwealth Liberal Party met in Melbourne with executives present as Mr. Deakin was appointed chairman. The party prepared to present a full report on a proposed national restoration plan and discussed ministerial leadership under Mr. Buller and other ministers.
A historical item notes Wolfe's Schnapi's and Commonwealth Hotel near the breakwater, detailing a tall building on the site of an old ship yard, with frontages, brickwork, and an ornate entrance. It describes a commercial room, dining hall, and kitchens, plus proposed stairwells, bars, and a harbor-facing wing with spiral staircases and sea views.
In a Supreme Court appeal, the action was quashed. The court noted no wilful exposure occurred and referenced the Austin Burns hearing and Walkott data. The record cited details from the prosecution and indicated satisfaction with the lack of intentional misconduct.
Report from Wethourn details the death of a jockey after a steeplechase at Plone tent. The event followed a race where the rider suffered internal injuries and collapsed on the rack, with officials investigating later today.
Fragments describe ongoing trouble aboard the SS Strathearh with repeated retests and fatalities. Aged sailor REHM is referenced among unsettled crew events, underscoring escalating concerns at sea.
South Australia reports the Australian Eleven match with a narrative of the game and crowd reaction, noting England’s score and Australia’s response. The piece mentions Wolfe's Schnapps as a promoter's sponsor and laments the nervous singer's performance with Grimish's accompaniment cited as polished.
Thupelay Constable Percy Martittion and the native tracker base returnet ta Mi vies nwink tthe easy raj. They fae tu discover any tracks or trace of tw rissiy maw Grilliths.
An advertisement promotes Wolfe's whiskey style spirit for sale including claims of making a fortune and VIP prices. It urges buyers to purchase whole bottles and to place advertisements in The Express.
An advertising card promotes Woods Great Peppermint Cure for chronic chest complaints and bronchial coughs. It features fractions 1/4 and 1/0 for price or dosage, typical patent medicine style. The card emphasizes quick relief and a peppermint remedy.
The fragmentary OCR reads like a sea side harbor scene with references to a front balcony, a view of the harbor, and deck thains. It contains garbled lines about supplies, weights, and a mention of Australian elements, concluding with a line about compounds for coughs and colds. Names, places, and dates are unclear due to corrupt text.
A touring company announces a five show hinterland tour along the Great Southern line visiting Perth and the Murchison Goldfields. The act includes a medley by Pry of Ertchy and a musical number with dancers and singers. The program promises novelty acts and a later detailed schedule will follow. Linseed Compound is advertised for chest illnesses.
Local report cites Central Board of Health refuting plague link to Mr Palmer’s death. Geraldton plans a new hall on Churchill Street with cost about £150, and Armtrong Cyclo Agency promotes stock lines at Port prices. Sunday programme of music and a parade are announced with address details in the notices.
A garbled OCR passage mixes medical ad language with names and phrases about sales and positions. It references a child health product and a cough remedy brand, including terms like Trade Mark and COMPOUND, with scattered mentions of markets and agencies. The text lacks coherent narrative or clear events.
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