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Newspaper
Geraldton Express
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Mar 20, 1907
Page
2
The notice lists a Friday concert and ball with a 10 30 pm dancing program and light refreshments, admission 2/ in Geraldton. It previews March and April sports including cricket matches between Geraldton and Woota carra, and various racing events by Eastern Ingwarra R C and A Day Dawn RC with dates in April and May.
The postal notice lists closing times for RMS transmission to the United Kingdom and Europe on Friday at 10 PM with a late fee due Saturday morning. A separate notice covers Eastern Staten and New Zealand mail closing on Tuesday evening with a similar late fee and RMS transmission.
A brief subscriber notice asks readers to report delivery irregularities to Exprem. to enable corrective steps. The exact spelling is unclear but the message emphasizes reporting issues to improve service and mentions a company name resembling Gu eanprox Exraras Corp Lr.
Readable notes show new moon on March 14 and full moon on March 80 with sunrise and sunset phases. The entry suggests a lunar cycle reference within a dated almanac style but contains an out of range date for full moon.
Shipping news lists arrivals from Sydney and Singapore and departures for Fremantle Geraldton and North West ports. Passengers aboard include Mrs O Connor and Miss A O Connor with cargo mainly mining machinery. Dalgety and Co. provide agency and sailing details with dates in March and April.
A brief note shows Apollinaris supplied under Royal Warrants of Appointment to His Majesty the King and His Royal Highness the Prince of Wales by Burns Philp and Co Ltd Locit Acrers.
A fragment from the Geraldton Express mentions a union and a location connected to En. The readable portion highlights a group action and a community context, with emphasis on a union related to En.
In Geraldton the water project stalls amid faulty tests and mismanaged pump operations. Mayor Amistrosa and councillors push for a qualified engineer and £100 funding to conduct proper testing, aiming to secure reliable potable water and accelerate progress.
Nominations close seven days before the election for four member positions on March 16. Samuel Jupp, Chairman, Nobawah, issues the notice dated March 11 07. The Geraldton Tailoring Co. remit business to Messrs Jolson and J C Smith, thanking patrons and noting all dues must be paid.
For sale cheap items including a vertical boiler and hot water tank listed under W. Jo E. Agl Mountain. Public auction on Saturday March 23 1907 to satisfy execution. Addressed to C. S. Adams and others with details of property and stables in Filagarald and Merina.
In the police court this morning a defendant named Robert Tiblens faced charges for insulting and abusing Pil Drake. A warrant for his arrest was issued and the spree was dusted off as officials moved to arrest him on sight.
The Artino Farmers Association held its fortnightly meeting on the 16th. Members urged the Minister for Crown Lands to reduce upset prices for Arrine Cswnsite blocks to speed settlement. Market news showed steady wheat and produce prices across Perth, Adelaide, and Melbourne, with high trucking demand and limited wagons. Local facilities issues were raised over windmill neglect and lack of water for practice at the Recreation Ground, while a grand military concert and Easter contest were announced at the Masonic Hall and Geraldton. Father Ryan reports progress on health and weather. A defamation case involving Inspector McKenna concluded with an apology and costs going to the public hospital. Captain H May and other passengers reported on northern copper and cade mines, and discussions on water supply and oil engine tests continued at the Municipal Council meeting.
The report notes tarpaulins over covered tracks suffering from recent rains, with extra tucks awaiting trains along the line. A Northampton to Geraldton journey is described as unusually swift, while delays persist as officials discuss emergency purchases and city revenue losses. Weather data indicates genial conditions with no rainfall.
A large crowd attended a Monday evening concert at the Masonic Hall in Geraldton. The event, by the Orchestral Society and Convent pupils, raised funds for the Ceraldion Convent Building Fund. Performances included Irish airs, recitals, four handed piano pieces, and choral numbers, praised for harmony and skill. a final dance followed as thanks were given to non Catholic supporters.
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