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Newspaper
Geraldton Express
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Mar 20, 1911
Page
3
Immigrant ship M S India leaves Forint heading to England while Geraldton hosts festival plans and a census of arrivals. Labor Bureau notes expect about immigrant ships. reports on wheat loading, a suspected case of appendicitis, a warehouse contract extension, and local cricket and hunting notes. A cathedral milestone, a blasting accident, and council meetings frame a wide array of Geraldton events.
Attendees enjoyed a concert at the Town Mall on Friday evening featuring pupils from the Presentation Convent. Miss Mulohana on violin and Miss Kathleen Mavournsen displayed rising power, with lively numbers by the Gee Milton Liedertafel and others. The program closed with Mr O Connor’s team and a delightful finale ending with a dance.
Olympia Pictures promotes a film titled Dido Forsaken by Beas described as a vivid epic with strong acting and animation. The production follows Dido Queen of the Amazons aiding Eneas amid dramatic battles and romantic intrigue. Wrecks, captives, and perilably staged scenes promise a popular, high quality entertainment, with the other pictures in the bill noted as equally appealing.
A letter to the editor objects to Guardian and Times reports about jumpers and a strike. It explains that a stevedore started work after prior notification and details the role of two shipping firms in wage discussions. A special meeting of jumpers is called for Wednesday the 15th to discuss loading wages, with follow up on Thursday the 17th.
Telegram from Melbourne reports a strike by implement makers causing loss of 814,008 in wages in Wade towns and up to 16,000 in strike costs. Naval line items seek steering engines replacement for destroyers Vartt and Parkannl as demand rises for heavier, stronger components.
The executive members of the Trades Have Comet urge a cypherence of unions amid a quarrel between Linvher merchants and the Timber Sorters. Union 1 takes a decisive stand, signaling intensified action in tempering tensions.
Fragmentary OCR notes describe an amerving and a notified stevedore with a stated decision. It mentions a temporary arrangement for stevedore and Jumpers, while asserting the wheat handling price is a fixed rate for all wheat called in Geraldiin-Vours.
Owing to the prevalence of perjury in the courts the Victorian government has decided to pass through the State Parliament next session a bill for the creation of a public prosecutor. This measure will be hit by a bar visitor of wanting and may be inferred to mirror the public prosecut or in England.
Sape and others wore hats as a party traversed Thursday Island and nearby routes. The expedition under Stuart and Smith, with MM, endured a perilous voyage to reach the site where coal deposits were found. Local party members faced exposure and hardship, but the journey yielded successful discovery of coal.
In a tense turf melee Saladin opened strong as a favorite but faded late. Greenhawk and Greenbank trailed while Weir’s challengers Fell. Late effort by Sheen and Bokitol could not close the gap as Sahay and Candy Time raced past in a troubled stretch run.
A large gathering at the Railway Hotel Mullewa and at the Old Court House Warren heard a list of grievances presented to the Minister of Works. Mr Nanson and supporters pressed against a spendy for a heart formation while ratepayers urged action. Weather has been chilly with rain measured Tuesday. residents discuss district needs and reminisce about past discussions.
South Australia report by Imchard Barker from Adelaide notes the death of Sir Richard Waker, the first Wes Hen of the Federal Senate, at West Lofty of Saturday illness, aged ti years.
In the early hours yesterday a fire at the residence of Mr. Geo. Winter near Daysilaiy in the Corowa district forced Winter, his wife, three children, and a relative to flee in their night clothes. Neighbors searched the area for missing chicks amid the blaze, one hen reportedly burned outside the home. Winter and family escaped with severe injuries including burns and exposure.
A Fremantle case reports McMillan and a town clerk connected to a municipal affair. The charge totals 1509 pounds with alleged theft of debentures valued at 60 pounds each. Several other delegates face investigation as officials with knowledge of past book entries remain reticent.
A special meeting of the council was held Monday to discuss Bunbury jetty issues. The position on Ue Henbibey remains practically unchanged amid ongoing dispute talks. No decisive outcomes were reported as members concluded the session with no new direction.
Seven blocks will be opened for selection near Gerailion on the Sib of next month. Prices range from 7s 6d to Livan acre with an average around 1M. A woven blors was spilled last year with four of twelve taken. The meeting urged MPs to back Tunet for railway improvements to aid harvest, and queried progress on the railway scheme. CRE was auctioneer. Nataly ing livestock sale details noted with prices and outcomes.
Perth Monday market notes a large yarding with wheat straw and chaff noted. Prices for wheat and straw seen with values around 29 shillings and sixpence. other entries include items priced at 4 pounds 25 shillings per unit.
In February Mrs Jed resigned as honorary pianist of the Lindertafel, citing strain from rehearsals. Secretary Mr Mills presents a silver fruit sled to honor her service. Mrs Mackenzie replies with gratitude, recalling her cherished role and the Lindertafel’s memories. Geraldton Whilliwed championship plans note upcoming performances.
In Sydney on Sunday a cyclone caused great property damage at Port Doughes and Stow man. Hundreds were left homeless as stores churches and residences collapsed. Timot O R was killed aiding his mother aunt. Councillor Aacksin was killed by a robbing house. Several residents had just left Government Bind at Port Dingian when a building collapsed.
In Sydney on Monday Minister for Works urged support for the referendum proposal. He argued the federal Parliament should place disputes in the hands of the federal body. The Prime Minister addressed supporters from a Newcastle hotel balcony, claiming the federal Parliament represents all of Australia and should resolve wage questions for state employees.
At Warwick Farm yesterday a serious incident occurred during the meeting at Pivo Hallen. Jockey Burke sustained multiple injuries with both arms broken.
Min EF M Scott formerly led Geraldiot and Mendes Howpi dada, appointed to the post of Acting Matron for the Albape district.
Market notes show fluctuating wheat prices with traders noting steady demand from West and East markets. Prices for prime quality ranged around 10 to 12 shillings per bushel while other grades softened. reports indicate continued activity at Eb Ty Ol and related auction sessions.
A garbled OCR page records local cricket standings and mercantile totals. Names such as Walter Stokes Willis and Hallock appear with a list of players and a tally row labeled Total, noting various individuals and teams. The readable fragments hint at a morning match, seating, and ticket references, but many words are corrupted.
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