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Newspaper
Geraldton Express
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Mar 06, 1907
Page
3
A Perth column urges shopkeepers to adopt earlier Saturday hours and eye nearby Geraldton jewellery shops. The piece sketches urban concerns on retail hours, traffic, and social life, with musings on public sentiment and local trade.
In Greenough Police Court this morning an adjourned hearing on a case by W. Walker or BL Knox-Peden involved arrears of rent and possession of the premises. The plaintiff claimed occupancy and the defendant contested, the court ruled the plaintiff acted as agent for the property and dismissed some charges. The defence was allowed seven days to move and costs were ordered at £2 4s 6d, subject to revision. The Meckatharra mine discussion was noted as not yet cleared by work.
Melbourne reports a strong Autumn meeting with Realm securing the Australian Cup and the Autumn Hurdle, while top weights underperformed. Scotland and other favorites also featured in stable lineups as extensive racing results included Marek Steeplechase and Bourke Handicap with notable performances from Realm and Star entries.
Henry Albert Thompson, hotelkeeper, of Gullewa, applies to the Licensing Magistrates for a Wayside House license for his premises at Gullews Town Lot 24. He seeks the sale of fermented and spirituous liquors with a publican’s license for a term of about two years, transferring from Monarch Motel licensee Gustay Adolph Kramer.
The undersigned householders of Guilead notice a sale of fermented liquors at Public House on a specified date in February. Names listed include Kevin and others, with authorities and locations referenced as part of the license notice.
The text reports on a rumor about the Premier's resignation and widespread talk in Perth. It mentions figures such as Newton and Knox-Pedten, notes possible court actions in Australia, and references to Labor Party debates and Aboriginal issues. It also notes travel and political figures like Woran and Lane with limited context.
London reports a vast landslide in Algecia caused by incessant storms. Five to eighty five lives lost and many homes wrecked as the mountain side collapsed. Swettenham resigns Jamaica governorship due to age. Death announced of Donal Sullivan representative for South West Meath in National interest.
A fierce cyclone swept Bodonga damaging numerous buildings including the Church of England and a Catholic stall. Seventy two hours later the town remaining in ruins, with prayers and miraculous escapes noted as residents recount the devastation though no injuries were reported. Local councils promise investigations into the disaster response.
A brief note from The Geraldton Express expresses sincere thanks to Geraldton residents for their kindness and sympathy following a recent bereavement. The message credits R and Mr D. Juewt for their thoughtful support.
In Victoria at Thorplale two children played on a long log when fog rolled down a slope. Edith Wall was crushed and died while her brother escaped. The incident occurred on a Tuesday near McHinurne.
A coroner's inquest returned a verdict of accidental death for Teney Whitit who was run over by a train at a railway bridge on January 22. The report notes a mysterious disappearance of John Bleen and details about the steamer Westratton with Mr Sutton aboard, with last sighting on Sunday.
Mr T K Brown WL A reports a district shipment briefing from Inchon Minister for Agriculture Mr Mitchell. Harbor Master consulted on water variety and jetty capacity. Proposes direct London export rather than Fremantle to avoid delays. Notes rare suitability of Fremantle vessels and public skepticism about Norton lands venture.
Reports from Perth describe acute railway labor unrest as the commissioner's terms clash with workers. A dispute over arbitration procedures surfaces while the Carnarvon owners fight for crew pay beyond the September salary due before the vessel abandonment. Police search operations continue amid fears linked to a recent death and an increasingly agitated public mood.
Perth morning report of a daring robbery at the Shamrock Motel. A man invited a traveler to drink, entered room 22 with journalist Mr Millans. The barman noticed, followed, and the suspect was seized with Fraser outside after watching the movements.
A fatal accident occurred at the Hainnault mine in Bowler this afternoon during blasting. Brine Jones and Chas Weary were loading a face when a shot misfired. Jones retreated and was fatally hurt, while Weary was injured and taken to surface with severe pain.
The inquest into alleged baby farming abuse continued before Mr. T. Cowan with Inspector Sellenger leading. Alice Miller, a licensed infant keeper, is accused of neglect and fatal conditions at her establishments. Elizabeth Booth and Mitchell are connected to the case. the inquiry heard details of payments, flogging fees, and an infant born in poor health, later moved to hospital. The session adjourned until tomorrow, with days of testimony expected.
A Perth hearing focused on alleged baby farm activity with an Anglican clergyman and Mitchell involved. Testimony described infants found in distress at Mitchell's Pine while the mothers claimed babies were fed and healthy before vanishing, raising suspicions of financial exploitation and need for nourishment supplies.
A grocer testified to a case alleging special food was supplied at a minister request and later exchanged by Mitchell Tirteu and others. The inquiry is continuing as details and identities are clarified.
In a Police Court before Mr W A G Walter RM, Peter Mullewa an aboriginal was charged with drunkenness at the back of the hospital. Heritage testified of a camp full of excited natives and Peter promised to leave town. George Cook, an Old Men's Home inmate, faced drunkenness and disorder charges. Rivolente was punished for threatening with a weapon. Warre Sewell placed a bottle on Marine Terrace risking danger to passengers. The judge cautioned about careless placing of items in streets. a fine of 5 shillings and 2 shillings costs were imposed.
An application by Mowlay R. Wallace for a provisional license to operate an inn in a building under erection at Walkaway was presented with opposition from Mr du Boulay and Sergeant Connor. The proprietor, Robert Wallace, argued the site had long served as a hotel and that demand exists, with plans to supply water and complete facilities. The hearing noted the existing well, water supply, and necessary infrastructure, and discussed the impact on local residents while considering compliance with licensing requirements.
The committee examined a proposal for a Walkaway hotel with new sleeping accommodation and amenities. Conditions included additional bedrooms a private sitting room distance from the bat and improved sanitary facilities with water, brickwork, cement floors and a sink. A bond with surety was set to ensure completion before the next licensing court meeting.
At a hearing on a summons against Sir Edward H Wittencom for lighting a penance fire on January 2 during a prohibited period he argued for discretionary burn times. He described land as dense scrub and argued occasional burning was necessary with precautions. A witness helped manage barriers around his land. Police actions and penalties referenced include fines and costs under the Bush Fires Act and Pottoe Act, with mentions of 208 pounds and 2y costs.
A fragmentary critique targets John D. Rockefeller accusing him of exaggeration about fortune while arguing wealth concentration harms society. The text contends the rich grow richer while the poor live in poverty, linking wealth to political influence and calling for scrutiny of power.
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