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Newspaper
Geraldton Express
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
May 01, 1912
Page
3
Fragmented readable text describes the Titanic sinking, with Carpathia signaling distress and damage to the engineer aboard. It mentions a hole in the engine room, a casualty, and luggage or cargo losses, with a note about rewards or payment related to the recovery.
A garbled OCR fragment describes a police investigation into a girl’s death, mentioning Mennnt and Nin accome plire Tabols Hpechat, with references to witnesses Garnier Valet and an Aker ueer of Hammers, and a chaotic scene near a train line and a police station.
Rumored report describes a steamer striking a submarine mine in unclear conditions. Details are fragmented with damaged text obscuring locations, dates, and involved parties.
Telegrams recount a chaotic early morning clash aboard a vessel. Commander Warren leads crew amid falling parapets and rain as injuries occur to Aldea Anstaine Maker Smith and others.
The report notes the opening of a parliamentary session in the federal parliament with anticipation of proceedings beginning on a Tuesday, revealing uncertainties in the schedule and upcoming terms. Names and exact dates are partially garbled, but the focus is the session start and formal opening procedures.
Fragmentary OCR notes indicate confusion over Tasmanian elections and SMATT with mentions of April elections, possible authority figures, and unclear results. Unclear names and places hamper precise reporting.
Brisbane dispatch notes partial results from Queensland elections. The count shows Liberals with 46 seats and Labor 28 as figures stand, with full results pending. Voters await final distribution of seats among the 72-member assembly.
A garbled account describes a ministerial tour linked to mining concerns. It mentions figures like Mr. Filey and Gov. White, with Liberals and Labor figures referenced, amid a tense scene at a Lawrence-like town hall. The piece hints at government plans to prevent mining disruptions.
Fragmentary OCR yields scattered text about sums, taxes, expenditures, and accounts. Herm, Wilows, Hever, CREO, CITA appear as names or entities with unclear roles. No clear event or outcome is discernible beyond financial mentions and possible reporting of totals and expenses.
A well known mining foreman named AL Lie St Geores's mine is reported in uncertain terms as the individual reportedly attempted self harm early this year. The incident occurred at a Rakheeh Braphtacy yin facility and details remain unclear.
A fragmented notice details a community clean-up event at Payne’s Find scheduled for May 1. The sparse OCR reads as a raid or effort by local groups including references to Secret Willysnine and Payme’n Bund, with vague times and quantities. Heavily garbled, the readable parts point to a municipal or civic effort with uncertain specifics.
The May trial of the Williama Burges case in equity concerns the sale of chattels and land under a contract. The court examines contract performance and remedies, with issues on vendor rights, breach and damages, and the conduct of parties including vendors and buyers.
A meeting of the Geraldton Fraxttanl Atneiation held Monday at Wet Hele discussed committee roles and season results. Officers elected included Sir T Bowers and A Mendowerdt. several applicants for post positions were considered with one confirmed appointment and others pending further decision.
The report surveys gold mine activity with a focus on the Vuanmi deposits and several prospects in the Lamne y region, noting tonnages, prices, and expenditures. It highlights potential profits from mature operations and the dream of sustained revenue, while warning of hazards and market volatility in the sector.
A wartime era sketch describes Carmanian and the Midland development including land division, a large estate, and workers moving to new sites. It notes company plans, wages, and local transport issues, with references to Carmakinah people, a live male entrepreneur, and upcoming postal and drainage improvements amid growing settlement.
A Perth woman Mrs. Thomas Ninke recounts years of kidney trouble and constant backache eased after using Doan's Backache Kidney Pills. She credits relief to the remedy after hearing praise in Melbourne and trying the product. A decade later she remains well.
April 30 report from Wielatde lists betting in the Woodwood Handicap and Adelaide Cup. Mentions captains and horses including First Shot, Merry Harry, Master Koran, Lord Abwyne, with several others such as Dankway and Flack in a crowded field. Final placements and odds not clearly legible due to OCR damage.
Fragmentary obituary note from Adelaide describing Mr Bedfoed Lark as an old colonist well known in Sault Avattae Ta. It mentions Mr Macy as a relative or associate and references a connection to a family and location near SYunes' Creal Meppermialature with unclear details.
An Andrews Street resident describes severe indigestion and dizziness that left her prostrated for days. After failing all treatments, a relative advised a change, and within days her health improved dramatically, with lasting relief from her ailments.
Fragments describe a King’s Hall program with names and events. The legible parts refer to a Frisian boat race and a marching piece called Frisian Feotde Gonne of the mont Cemone, with mentions of a Rio Adhoc choir and a popular orchestra. Details are incomplete.
The Central Province election unfolds with PM and allies arguing over the policy of Gaviane Heart and reform, referencing the Warray Hills and Mullowa railway. The discussion centers on Upper Holic reforms, parliamentary platform revisions, and potential referendums while noting the Labor opposition and potential shifts in government.
A fragmented report discusses rail freight rates under a Wilson government era policy. The piece weighs differential charges, transport costs, and political reactions from farmers and labor groups amid calls for national railway reform and economic fairness.
A fragmented critique argues Midland Railway concessions inflate a vast corporate power risk. The Advertiser warns the state may lose value by failing to negotiate and hints that the company could leverage its position to influence development and policy for profit.
Fragmented text reveals a government railway concession and land lease dispute affecting farmers and bankers. It mentions state obligations, consessionaries, and financial strain on agrarian interests, with references to payments, deliveries, and expected compensation. The draft notes include discussions of rail traffic, public works, and anticipated government actions.
A fragmented discussion on the theory of one side warily contrasts with calls for practical applications in education and agriculture. The text mentions the silo concept, agricultural ram’s work, and public notes from New South Wales, highlighting the tension between theory and concrete results.
A garbled OCR passage references Legislative Council elections, districts, schools, and local officials. It mentions Central Providence, Pteceaniy Goraliiin Town Lalit, Amber residency, court home, Northen Gills, Howie, Varn HillStars, Mt Mizno Court, and multiple districts with unclear roles.
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