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Newspaper
Geraldton Express
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Jun 19, 1907
Page
2
In Geraldton and Fremantle, Millars' Combine is accused of coercing workers to accept low wages. Evictions of families from leases are alleged to pressure labor, while Teesdale Smith dismisses links to the dispute. Parliament is set to scrutinize Government actions next month.
Mail service notices indicate mails for the late Kintess and Europe depart Friday at 10 o'clock with a late fee. Eastern Station and New Zealand mails close Sunday evening with a 100 fee. Monday mail to Saxon through SS Macedoals remains listed.
The secretary of the City Band states the appointment of Mr Sydney as bandmaster dated 18th iat and that he departs that day by the as Kyarra. Sydney should reach Fremantle Thursday morning with Mr Lucas Sydney en route to join as sergeant pensioner of the Suffolk Regt Band. A package of colored point cards reproducing Geraldton and Broome views is offered at 1/8 per packet.
Mackenzie reports a Saturday sale with ample supplies and good attendance. Fruits and vegetables sold well with varied prices from oranges to rhubarb. Oddfellows lodge members plan a Northampton visit to promote a local branch, while Brandt and Co announce disposal of their cool storage plant and future machinery upgrades.
Geraldton Municipal Council convened with present Mayor and ten members. Accounts discussed include revenue figures, loans, and a proposed water project. A resident’s letter from Rushetts urged government action on water and hall openings, while tenders and hall works were noted for further decision.
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