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Newspaper
Geraldton Express
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Mar 15, 1909
Page
3
Industry notes show weekly movements in chaff and grain with Daledy and Co and Timtrnd splitting as water for the week ending March 12. Wheat prices quoted at 405 GAL to Ate WP rargnes reflect active demand, shortages, and speculative manipulation across the United Kingdom, the Continent, and American markets.
Daley and Co report cable advice from London outlining fleece and lamb prices for Western Australian clips. Listings show bale numbers and price percentages tied to Westfield and Ames acquisitions with details on March series consignments and expected sale totals.
A Bucks County report by W T Marsh records trials to reduce illness in 25 schools over eight months. Attendance rose compared with similar districts, with costs under 92 shillings and a 47 shilling 6d rise in maintenance attributed to autonomous attendance. Results come from Quibell’s work.
A working man’s wife laments misreadings of a writer who opposes Miss Watson, arguing that true political insight comes from women like Mrs Ferguson and Mrs Cowan. She supports Unionist voices and criticizes “Sybil” for sensational appeals while praising practical women politicians and men like Watson, Deakin, and Hath.
The Geraldin Local Court sat today and disposed of several cases. HM Mountain received default judgment for 5 pounds. N N Pitman sued J Gating for 3 pounds 17s 4d with monthly payments of 10s, first due April 9. Woolff claimed 23 pounds 6s and costs, Me Hl Wilana approved for plaintiffs. C Taoner ordered to pay Megane Cream Co 13s 1d with a three day prison term if unpaid.
A farmer reports that applying AUOLMOS GUANO to his crops raises yields and reduces wear on equipment. The analysis surpasses superphosphate and the price is about half. The product WOLPE'S RCINAPPS is touted as both beverage and medicine, offering practical and health benefits.
A critical column reviews Grace Watson's lecture on Socialism, noting her shallow grasp of the topic and the debate tone. It contrasts her stance with Labor Party aims, calls out anti Socialist campaigning, and comments on racial and marriage issues linked to the movement. The piece mocks pretensions of purity while praising Australian initiatives and warns on political alliances.
Visitors to Perth can buy copies of the Express at Albert's News Agency in Central Arcade between Wellington and Murray Streets, near the Railway Station, and from Mr Petterson at Ea Bookstall.
Mr J Lester describes the thirty fifth district meeting of the Loyal Rechabites at Kalgoorlie. Delegates present include district officers and the next twelve months officers elected. The next half year meeting is set for Wottonville. Members entertained by Hope of the West Tent and Ye Star of Kalgoorlie Tent in Kalgoorlie. The Order is growing in the Eastern fields.
Poem-like call to women to unite and act in support of a new branch of the Women’s National League. The text urges readiness, solidarity, and defense of family and virtue as “Sybil” leads a drumbeat against mediators and social ills.
Telegrams report a faint boxing bout at Penrith last night between two young men. A small side wager led to a knockout in the fourth round. The younger fighter died after the bout, with observers noting dangerous blows and chaotic scenes.
Sunday in Sydney a mail coach named Tron Madero overturned on Sazarboat Mountain as horses fell. Driver Pratt was trapped beneath the coach with serious injuries. Miss Heli of Sydney, box-seal holder, was thrown clear and injured. Lysaehd, also of Sydney, suffered injuries including a knee wound. Robinson of Barguns Station broke a collarbone and Micha sustained multiple fractures.
Ab Millgrove reports a horse named Victoria severely maimed on Friday. Four deep gashes mar the animal’s side and flank. a blood stained weapon was found nearby. The injuries indicate a deliberate act by the assailant.
Wes ley achieved a 70 not out marking a Public School record as Melbourne hosts a cricket clash against Geetone College. Captain J L Prout contributed a high score in the fourths, while world scoring records cited include A B Collins and A Stodart with noted performances.
Five months after a man vanished near Migginsville, Sunilaye Constable McKinley reports on the search near Derringer Soak and William Ingles. The inquiry notes the missing person’s fate remains unresolved with a death verdict of none. The text is garbled but indicates an inquest with a death finding.
Leonora Sunday Gorlon Wm Thompson, a post office worker, pleaded guilty to unlawfully taking a postal note from the Leonora post office on November 14. He admitted to appropriating postal notes worth £1 each and attempted to use the funds. The Resident Magistrate sentenced him to a reduced penalty for a first offender, with a fine of £2 and costs totaling £4.
Kalgoorlie notices Alfred Jones of Lidensee found dead this morning under circumstances suggesting self-inflicted strychnine poisoning. A local chemist, Drerased, aged 65, from England, supplied the poison. Perth reports. The Crans won the Bedford Cup on Saturday.
Moora reports the mysterious disappearance of Thos Tolhurst a 40 year old farmer with a stout build blue eyes light brown hair and reddish whiskers. He traveled to Perth in February and is believed to have sent 400 in notes home before vanishing after an appointment in James Street. Police and friends search for him.
A scrambled report describes a tug of war at Palace Ganlous with delays and changes to the usual programme. Notices mention proof plans from Oakabella, a new bungalow residence for Mr Charles Wittenoom, and trades for a Geraldton project led by Mr Bartlett. Postal timing for the We ATL Erin-Narva Tarra mall is amended from Friday to Saturday.
A chaotic note outlines bowls results with Fremantle and Swan teams. It mentions King’s Park in Clare and Fremantle in Perth with scattered place names and unclear dates. The fragment hints at Swan defeating Fremantle in a Saturday event.
The Geraldton Express published on Monday Wednesday and Friday offers a twelve month subscription with prepaid in advance pricing. The notice indicates mailing in the state and lists a vol 129 record for reference.
A daily glass of Wolfe's Sch' Napps is claimed to boost tone and vigor in the body. The advertisement positions the product as a tonic for general health and energy. It emphasizes regular use as the path to sustained wellbeing.
A Bunbury outbreak report notes two suspected Asiatic plague cases aboard the Zoroaster which has been in port since February 24. On January 51 crew members began throat complaints and sought medical attention, prompting public health precautions and further monitoring.
Reports indicate worsening symptoms on the ship Zoroaster with glandular swellings and high fever. Quarantine imposed in Bunbury as authorities mobilize prophylactic serum and medical staff to contain a suspected bubonic plague outbreak aboard the vessel.
Dr Lovegrove, resting president of the Central Board of Health, said yesterday in Perth that diagnoses confirm plague suspicions. Patients were moved to Bunbury quarantine hospital. a nurse from Perth arrives Saturday to assist. A late steamer is expected to reach Fremantle today or tomorrow for fumigation.
A new fatal plague case reported today in Sydney, with victim identified as Jos Wearne. His brother succumbed to the disease just days earlier, amplifying concerns over the outbreak and prompting health officials to intensify monitoring and responses.
Government surveys reveal three estates Oakabella Witbi and Will Ravate offered for selection. Prices range from 9d to 7s per acre with several allotments reserved. Visitation advised with applications through Geraldton or Newhampton agents. Land Board to review simultaneous bids after set date. Perth March 9 1909.
Short OCR fragment notes a reward of ten pounds and mentions shore items for sale or saleable wares. The text is garbled, but indicates a reward related to lost or found goods and potential sale terms.
Hampton roars as supporters rally with officials before the election. An officer's presence marked event planning across the day from morning to evening. John Cunningham listed as a contact in Northampton with date 1/3/9.
A brief classified notice from a historical page shows a sheep related rental request tied to the Palmer area near Northampton. Readable fragments suggest a want to rent but lack full details or contact information.
A stylized poem speaks of Geraldton and distant shores, weaving dreamlike imagery of water music, tides, and a longing return. The speaker evokes summer nights, ghostly memories, and a promised reunion as Western themes and place names drift through the verses.
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