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Newspaper
Geraldton Express
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Jun 25, 1906
Page
2
R B D Hutchinson expresses sincere thanks to the committee who organized the stock in trade sales and to the ladies and gentlemen who cheerfully supported it, noting the large body of the public who provided liberal patronage.
Dalgety & Co shipping notices list steamer movements. Charron departs Geraldton for Fremantle about Tuesday the 26th. Sultan sails Fremantle for Gratton on or about Sunday. Set Inly and Blan Tees Glaton bound for North West Ports Java, around Monday 20 July. Osvaldon sails for Java and Siyrapory about Thursday 12 July. Burrumbest leaves Mulbourne 4th July for Geraldton via ports.
Calculated for the latitude and longitude of Geraldton. June features full moon on the 7th at 11 a.m. last quarter on the 14th at 3:34 a.m. new moon on the 23rd at 7:30 a.m. first quarter on the 29th at 10:28 p.m.
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A letter criticizes the Lands Department method of selecting land blocks by priority. It defends priority by lot to curb abuses where wealthy applicants filed multiple applications and outmaneuvered poorer settlers. The piece urges reform of Land Board procedures, noting current unsworn testimony undermines reliability.
The text notes sworn oaths and inclusion of penalties for offenses tied to fraudulent applications by Shay. It warns that perpetrators not only face pains but also forfeiture of blocks they had secured by fraudulence. This reflects efforts to deter fraudulent acts and protect secured property.
Two inebriates were dealt with at the Police Court this morning. Our Perth correspondent reports boisterous weather at Fremantle delayed the Julia Percy voyage to Geraldton. Mr A. T. Davies plans a handsome shop at Post Office Chambers in Marine Terrace. Henry Wills and Co. will travel a renowned stallion to the district. A discussion on local events and horse racing literature appears in a column. Cable and telegraph services and payment options are described, with schooling by R. B. Cowden offering inexpensive instruction for both advanced and backward pupils in a two hour evening class schedule starting Mondays and Thursdays.
The Hutchinson Bazaar at Pea Hutchinson's line closed Friday at 1pm after three scenes of effort. The committee credits the undermentioned ladies and gentlemen for their work at stalls Fancy-work toy stall Drew Clarke Raveniers Eskiva Fenn Tt. Glimmee A Clarke etc with many present evenings. The committee thanks Geraldton Epyeens Co for advertising Jan Hinselden for hall use City Ramal Orchestral Society and others for refreshments and support.
Mr E Best arrived recently after a buggy accident on Hampton road near Sidway. He sustained a neck injury when the horse bolted after crossing a body. He was taken to the Halfway Hotel for care as the dersees ands left the hill unin. Dr Moutt iy and others tended him. A. Paterovu of Colonial Mutual Life canvassed district then leaves for Geraldton after weeks of visits. Local gardeners plan tomato crops and potatoes across several acres. The Drothers transplanted their entire acre for tomatoes and potatoes near the Miners Arms Hotel.
Geraldton council faced petitions from residents and councillors on June 19 and 21 1906 requesting a special meeting under section 181 of the Municipal Institutions Act to reconsider granolithic paving on the shore footpath of Marine Terrace. Apologies were read from Cre and Davies as signatories urged quicker action and reescinding a prior resolution.
The town clerk provides an estimate of probable revenue and expenditures for the rest of the financial year and details of already completed work. Dr W J Bennett notes costs. Dr Bennett moves, Dr Can tolo seconds. Council approves paving the shore side footpath on Marine Terrace from Fitzgerald Street to Corrigan's shop with granolithic, carried unanimously.
A local official and labor leader discuss municipal profit aims and public conveniences. The piece cites support for city services and an emphasis on communal benefits, highlighting the political tone of the era and some illustrative figures for municipal progress.
The Marvellous Shaws remind patrons of their upcoming visit to the Masonic Hall on Wednesday. They will present a full new programme with humorous skits and songs led by Gerald Shaw including "The man with the ladder and the hose" and "The man in the migmal box." Seats are selling quickly at Snell's with the box plan posted.
A correspondence from G Wight thanks the ladies and gentlemen of the Club Hotel for their kindness and hospitality during a difficult time, expressing gratitude for accommodation until a new home could be found. Also includes a vendor note for inflammatory rheumatism relief and a sewing machine advertisement.
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