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Newspaper
Geraldton Express
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Jun 22, 1908
Page
3
Fragmented remarks discuss political labels and district service. The author argues Mr Stone has served the district well, contrasts Fair Deal with other terms, and suggests checking Hansard for accuracy.
European wheat values slipped as supply concerns eased and demand fluctuated. Market reports show prime wheaten easing to near 67s 9d per unit with some gains for select lots, while Australian and Tasman markets remained fragile. East Noronha and Meckering led shipments, and regional Perth stocks stayed light.
A Saturday football match at Victoria Reserve pits No 2 Team blue and white led by Pooley against No 2 Team black and white captained by Kidd in a prize event. Spectators voted for best players, Pooley and Kidd top selections, while Pooley’s team led early and kept control amid fast play and steady umpiring by Mr Engerton.
Members at the Narra Tarra Homestead branch meet June 24 to review Messrs Trading Brothers notice on a Chapman Bridge route. Delegates plan a comprehensive plan for submission to the Premier, aiming to secure support for a railway from Blo m Point and to survey alternative paths via Waxgrakine Gap and East Chapman Valley.
In Birmingham a National Liberal Federation event heard Mr Anquitt oration as he forecast Liberal fortunes on licensing and trade. He asserted the aim to modernise policy, shore up government, and ease rural and urban hardship amid election talk.
Sunday overview notes a Conservative win in the Paisley premielection. Voter tallies show Reddy Conservatives leading with 6494 votes against 1201 for Radical Renshaa hor. Result signals party strength amid local political shifts.
The Himalaya voyage to Mistralia proceeds as Wimalaya is repaired and promoted. Sir Tod Gilson-Carrichael becomes Victoria’s new governor arrived from Enghind. An injunction halts a major public gathering as New York State Supreme Court blocks a large group assembly on the lawns amid rising tensions.
Sunday report states engineer Pipon has designed an electric gun capable of firing 1260 projectiles per minute without explosives. The scheme, termed an invention, was examined by the French government in tests announced this week.
Lonikin Sunday the Chancellor of the Exchequer told a deputation from the Conference of Friendly Societies that the Government intends to make friendly society membership a qualification for old age benefit.
A note reports that Trust KOI and Steed Teatles plan major productions in London and Prague with ten capitals and several named performers. It mentions Starred theaters and forthcoming stages in major cities, aiming to begin numerous great works in the near future.
Fragmentary OCR text mentions Panda's Imports and a marked discrepancy but offers no clear events, names, dates, or locations to form a coherent summary. The readable phrases reference Canada and a London-related term, but lack verifiable context or specifics.
Snow has fallen at Riandra near the Snowshoe region in New South Wales. Riandras lie in the Mema channel area about 315 miles southwest of Sydney. The report notes sun shoes being affected and distant travel disrupted.
Perth Monday reports show Fremantle A111 and South Fremantle posting strong scores in city matches. West Perth and North Fremantle also feature, with Cordons extending their 5-1 record after beating James in Jimlor 1 Division.
Perth report notes a Saturday gathering led by Lady Beilland to discuss forming a National Council for Women in Western Australia. The event aims to unite women groups and promote civic participation in the region.
Peril marslay and the State Ballerins clashed over ballot selection and the desirability of hosting elections. The AF effort to bind ballots tied to a strong majority faced an unpaved path as locals debated the process and outcome.
A religious ceremony detailed the Corpus Christi procession in Clerath ton led by Catholic priests Rev. Fayne O Malley Rev Father Creagh and Rev Father Malley. The event included Benediction at the convent grounds a procession into the convent school grounds and a later Benediction at an improvised altar near the convent. The pageant featured banners bearing Holy Family St Patrick Sacred Heart and Saint Joseph carried by men women and children with nuns students and acolytes assisting.
A journal note recounts testing Irwin coal aboard from Geraldton to Fremantle, comparing steaming performance and dirt content with Newcastle coal. It notes total Irwin coal steaming time of about 25 hours at usual speed, consumption rates, and cubic contents, with exposure and rough handling affecting sample quality.
A silver wedding reception for Mr and Mrs Grimish at the Vielotta Hotel hosted a large guest list and featured a lively musical evening. Mr S. L. Burges led toasts praising the couple and remarks praised Mrs Grimish. The gathering included Sir Edward Witenoom and other friends, with thanks extended to all who shared the milestone.
An advertisement by C. J. Tomlinson, Secretary Me chanic Instility, endorses a cough remedy sold in Wa Kaya. It touts grand curing properties and urges customers to try the product for coughs and colds, claiming notable results and ready availability through local chemists and stores.
A Mrs Cromer recounts to Chronic Chest Complaints how Chamberlain's Cough Remedy relieved her little girl’s croup after a friend’s advice and a few doses. The family notes the bottle’s quick effect allowing the child to return to school, and they recommend the remedy to friends. Store carried by chemists and shopkeepers.
R Saunders reports on a trial of Gregorys Irwin coal aboard the Rob Roy yacht, noting low smoke, steady steam and strong efficiency. He asserts Western Australia has good commercial coal and urges continued investment and future development.
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