Local and General 1913 Geraldton notices and events
Local items from Geraldton include election printing plans for the Commonwealths ballot papers, church and civic notices, tropical weather notes, a memorial service, and community updates such as a road access project for the East Estate, late deaths, and meetings of the Progress Association. The report also covers a merger plan for Mt Morgen district, St Patrick Day expectations, and public notices on flooding, rail supplies, and electric lighting arrangements.
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Vpraxiton Progress Associaon
Geraidton Progress Association
Vitoria
Failway
James ‘Westos
Tay Ube
Geraldien
B. Dooley
Miea
Eierst See
Ts Am
Dooley
Wilson
Geraldton
Enould Ain
Ceraldton Roads Board
Powarn
Apportionment Amongst the Powers Reported
Cablegram from Pekin dated March 4 notes Germany drops its objection to the mutation of the Chinese loan. The letter shows Britain about 29,009,000, France 7,000,000, Germany 1,000,000, United States 20,500,000, Belgium 1,251,000 in the apportionment.
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PEKIN
Germany
Britain
Prange
Belgium
English boxers Driscoll and Siliiona pass Fremantle en route
Telegrams report Messrs Driscoll and Siliiona, well known English boxers, traveling through Fremantle yesterday on their way to Sydney and Perth, with plans to proceed to Sydney.
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Perth
Messrs
Driscoll
Siliiona
Fremantle
Sydney
Population of Western Australia Estimated Increase
Perth dated March 5 reports the population of Western Australia is estimated at 404 978, an increase of 1 514 from the previous figure. The bulletin notes the trend and provides the current count as the official estimate for the region's residents.
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Perth
W. Australia
Wheat Export Record for Sonson Totals Over 620000 Bags
Perth shipment record shows a wheat export totaling over six hundred twenty thousand bags. The seamen’s register lists a total consignment rate for about six hundred thirty eight thousand seven hundred ninety nine bags.
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Perth
Atareh
The New American Cabinet and Wilson’s First Lineup
Washington March 4 It is announced that President Wilson will form his first cabinet naming Bryan as Secretary of State and for war Lindley Garrison as Secretary of War Navy Namels Labor Wilson PM General Burleson Treasury McAdams Attorney General McReynolds Commerce Interior and other posts in the new administration.
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Nice
Boulder
Washington
Wilson
Ataie
Bryan
Lindley Carrison
Navy
Burleson
Treasury
McAdno
McResalls
Commerce
Strike at London Docks Shuts 1000 Workers
London reports a dock labor strike with around one thousand workers affected as operations halt yesterday. The stoppage centers on labor actions by workers at the docks in London, signaling broader unrest in maritime labor.
The Horse Drivers Strike and Government Response
The article reports a major strike by metropolitan horse drivers at Pettit and Fremantle with hundreds joining a walkout. Labor leaders opposed the action, while government ministers deny justification for striking, criticizing the conference claim and arguing the law could not be enforced.
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Pobn
Perth
sCorterenes
Pettit and
Freymantie
sMlque
Fremantle
Prt
Dodj
The British Railway Trouble The Men’s Demands
The Doncaster railway meeting supported a strike to reinstate I Richardson and urged an indemnity a universal rights houry working day and a sixpence weekly rise with a 308 minimum. reinstatement of all Midland Co victims since August. Executives of four unions representing 175 men discussed the situation with an expected ultimatum for Richardson’s reinstatement.
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London
Doncaster
I Richardson
A Midland Co
Richardson
Vale Awaion meeting continues at Flemington
The Turf reports the Vale Awaion meeting at Flemington continuing despite showers. It covers race notes, horse names, odds, and results including a two length victory in the Open Handicap and detailed placements, with betting and participants listed.
Governor Strickland's Departure in Perth
Perth March 4 a civic farewell mark for Governor Strickland after four years in Western Australia. Spokespersons included Rath Bishop Riley and Father Hayes among others with Perth Chamber of Commerce President and the deputy mayor delivering remarks. Sir Edward Stone to act as Governor during Henry Barron's arrival on March 17.
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Strickland
Gerald
Hodetine Strickland
Fremantle
TEMS
Osterley
Sydney
Westala
Gerad
Frelen
Henry Barron
Streitland
Perth
Western Australia
Talot on continuation classes grow as enrollment soars
Taloton continuation classes report 74 students, a 650 percent rise from prior records. English literature geography shorthand bookkeeping and millinery drafting are among new courses, with organization by class and new departmental oversight enhancing instruction and supervision.
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Geraldvan
Continuation Dannes Iy
Tancation Department
Sehnoe
Sta
Kalgoorlie man credits remedies for relief from bilious attacks
M Whelan of Mannan Street, Kalgoorlie, describes years of bad health with nausea, vomiting, and exhaustion from dyspepsia. After trying various medicines, he started a course of a named remedy from a prominent store and reports complete relief from biliary symptoms and renewed strength.
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M. Whelan
Mannan Street
Kalgoorlie
W.A
Weigler
Interstate Cricket Scores From Adelaide Shield Match
Adelaide March 4 report on infield scoring in Victoria versus South Australia. Victoria first innings total 915 with standout batsmen. South Australia won the match after key wickets and late total, securing shield recognition.
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Adelaide
South Australia
Australia
Victoria
Warning on Kidney Disease From Frightful Tide Risk
A fragmented advertorial note recalls a village hero and warns that delay endangers health. It cites a Rust Fremantle reader and promotes Doan's Backache Kidney Pills with a testimonial of relief after severe kidney attacks. The piece names Foster-Marshall and a 3/9 price per bottle offer.
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E. Miller
Edm
Rust Fremantle
Dean
Ricko
Kix Bolton
Doan
Wedding at Christ Church Geraldton for Artive Laws couple
The wedding of Artive Laws of Dalady and Co to Bloie, daughter of Lachlan Macpherson of Billabalong, was held at Christ Church Geraldton. Rev A Craven officiated. Bridesmaid Muriel and best man Lee Steere attended. Reception followed at the Victoria Hotel. The couple plan a short honeymoon. Also note Mrs Carson's gradual recovery after recent surgery with medical staff optimistic.
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Christ Church Geraldton
Artive Laws
Dalady and Co
Bloie
Lachlan Macpherson
Billabalong
Yarra Station
Onkabella
A Craven
Prett
Lee Steere
Joshua Mills
Geraldton
Victoria Hotel
Murchison
Capricious Carpings on Town History and Figures
The piece surveys old town life and notable residents from decades past, naming figures such as Mr Wright and Mrs Bardwell, reflecting on local governance, culture, and civic events. It praises the City Band, calls for council support, and recalls the town’s social fabric and figures tied to its heritage.
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Join Darin
Wright
Fasrolield Fuard
Cecakitan
Witters
Broome
Mrs. Wright
Polo match details from Mingenew area tease upcoming event
A Mingenew correspondent reports strong local interest in tip in pot matches at Mompynonoka on Saturday. TheMingeew au Monnyoannoken final practice at Mii gencew produced a Tat guin result. the team hopes to deliver a tough performance. Players listed include A tran, Gi Law-Stnjai, Tew Bargem, Thos Wells, and Gugel. team members Burges Field TE and i. Tumaterscon also named. Geraldton Express offers weekly issues with postal rates and subscription details.
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Mingenew
Mompynonoka
Mingeew Au
Victoria District Turf Chub Haspioarean Race Notes
Fragmented OCR from a Victoria district racing card lists trial stakes and pony handicap events. It mentions horses, weights, entrances, and nomination details with marked errors but preserves core race structure and outcomes.
Horse Races Carded with Stakes and Handicaps
Second day in March features hack racings with stakes valued at £10. horses to be improved by the committee, with allowances for amateur riders over four and a half furlongs. Farewell Handicap offers 30 dollars to winners, nominations and acceptances noted.
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Pike
Vulouia
Barlow
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Rifian
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Eld
Tonka
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Diabolo
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Rian
Mwpolo
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Rillan
Diablo
al and
Napoole
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Marion
Mxhridueith
Thei
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Hotare
Connell
Merachtan
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Derry
Aleconner
Econ
Chind
Citlanwtone
Futteth
Ty Cole
Dora
Accont
Newinasion
Australian Tart Club racing meets in Victoria District
By laws outline event details at the Victoria District Tart Glut meeting. Nominations close noon Wednesday May 19. Acceptances required for all events, penalties apply for late entries, and racing colours, ages, and weights must accompany nominations.
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Victoria
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Tay
Safa
Weighta
Idan
Furtaa
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