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Newspaper
Geraldton Express
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Mar 29, 1909
Page
3
A Perth controversy erupts over proposed church services using a clockwork phonograph to broadcast prayers. Critics warn the plan could erode religious respect and lead to manipulation, while supporters argue it would modernize worship and reach more worshippers.
Dalgety and Co report week ending March 26 1909 Wheat market in the United Kingdom shows firmer tone with improved demand for spot cargoes. Medium grade quality sold around 48 6d per bushel, up 1s 4d from last week. millers and dealers showing renewed interest. Prices for seed wheat and other varieties fluctuated, with overall activity urging holders to release small quantities. Market remains tight with limited fresh supply and high seedline values. broker notes caution about weak local wheat lines and advises measured selling strategy to balance demand and supply.
A damaged text fragment mentions values, tonnage, and imports but contains garbled phrases. It references numbers like 42 and 28 and notes about supply and prices, yet the meaning remains unclear and no coherent event or entities can be identified.
Police brought multiple defendants before Mr Gee this morning for offences under the Vehicles Act. Charges include possession of fuel and damaged vehicles, with several defendants ordered to pay costs and others remanded for further proceedings.
A damaged and garbled notice describes a Melbourne Eight Hours art prize with a substantial first prize and a travel opportunity. It mentions twelve months round the world expenses paid and £100 down payments, plus nineteen other prizes. Organisers seek support from local figures and Irish Australian connections, with restricted details and broken names.
Telegram from Sydney notes the Prime Minister outlining lay political, naval, and militia defence measures. He discusses the aim to deploy and possibly withdraw forces in Australian waters, proposals for cadet training, and funding strategies balanced between Commonwealth and State powers. The speech touches on naval readiness, questions of naval budgets, and implications for the federation.
Fragmentary report from Victoria outlines a naval proposal tied to Sydney figures and local officials. The piece notes discussions led by Memon and Fisher, mentioning gun cheques and a potential mayoral receiver, with references to a Sydney jumper and a dreamowner.
A garbled report references the Commonwealth service debate, mentioning Mr Mahon and pensions discussions. It notes attempts to dodge public scrutiny, motions to enter public service, and cabinet fire tensions amid criticism of current officials.
A fragmentary Melbourne Sunday report denounces the Eight Hours Art Union. The piece references a church gathering and notes opposition to the union’s goals, with lingering ambiguity about dates and participants.
A fragmented telegram text captures garbled speech with partial names and phrases. The readable bits reference a person named Horat and imply an urgent but unclear message. No coherent event or outcome is discernible from the damaged lines.
A garbled news fragment describes a boyish escape involving pretending to be rescuers during a railway incident. Mentions methane, Silay, a cross railway, and a rescue attempt with officials and citizens reacting amid confusion. Also includes a note on Shackleton and an expedition’s scientific data sent to the Prime Minister.
Fragmented OCR shows a legal notice about a trial involving McDonald and Barnside with references to polling, a case named KALGQUORETE, and a sentence of twelve months. The readable text is garbled but suggests a judicial outcome and a pending or completed confinement.
On Saturday in Fremantle Port eleven prohibited foreigners were found concealed aboard the Charon after a routine search. Officers traced hiding places and examined the crew as an inquiry opened to determine how they remained undiscovered and how the ship could have allowed their presence. The ship owners face a potential fine under Commonwealth law.
An accident on Hay Road on Saturday left Sumiay Aadasty injured when a water tanker collided with a tenon car, ejecting occupants and sending a 21 year old passenger Miret Hutson to hospital in serious condition. The driver and others sustained injuries and were treated at the scene.
A fire at 4340 Perth Mowulay damaged a Melbourne Hotel and nearby shops. Clarke repairs and Hay steel were among the businesses affected. Firefighters fought the blaze amid severe smoke and interior damage. The building, owned by Money Brow, required investigations into suspected cause. one witness noted a wine shop and consumer establishment also damaged.
Sunday market notes wheat gains due to firmness on foreign demand and strong interstale position. Flour prices also advance with some turmoil, while other sectors stay quiet.
In a rough race the Mounts Raylub squad faced hurricane force winds. Aeolus won against Wiest and Fumie. May thawes defeated Penelope at Lyos.
Acting Prentor Saturday revived a cable from One Agent. General Mr Rasen accepted the chairman post of a Tas Co Lite. Jim Hyatt with capital to acquire pastoral properties of Me Sidney Ritman and vitters. The diirperorate will be Lee Brassey Sir Kaw Wittwnoom Mr Kul mun.
Local notices report the Midlamt Railway Company offering an important subdivision in the Thre Sprimge District with sale set for April 4 and full details available from WA Lab 8 St George's Tortare Perth or James Gardiner Hatshury Chambers. A Pitchy Bazaar closing night at the Masonic Hall drew crowds and raised about 1407, with raffles and sales aiding the party.
Perth notes show Ab bowls on Saturday at Swan Hill Freemayons Subiaco teat King s Park and Petit heal Fast Pre mantie with events across Swan heal and local greens.
A cablegram informs Satatilay that Sir Gerald Strievlant, recently held as Governor of Tasmania, has been appointed Governor of Western Australia by the authorities.
Vertn, Montay reports on Wickepin investigation, sharply criticizing how the application was rushed. The piece accuses department officers, especially Law agent Johnston, of subordinating the State’s interests to those of Anisrotten.
Fragmentary report mentions Moniays Alessis Poynnin Chanter ar Fuller and Sarpesta srmaniees af, with hint of a reversal harvestor Chiutcinston near Perth by Ranwwia on Saturday. Names appear garbled. readable items indicate a local event or observation.
John McDonald was convicted of unlawfully killing Die following a drunken fight on Thinnan Street. The December fatality arose from the incident, with proceedings held Monday in the Kutgiartie Cirquey Court.
Acknowledges receipt of a premium issue of the Mining Journal focusing on 1908 Golden Mile developments. It notes the supplement is compact, well printed on good paper, and richly illustrated with plans and photographs. It will help readers ascertain exact positions of principal mines in the State, proving invaluable.
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