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Newspaper
Geraldton Express
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
May 03, 1911
Page
4
An Oxford man Randy Dick the Drover sought to marry but turned rover. He excelled in mathematics and solved the toughest problems, aiding a novice. Dandy Dick the Tirover, nicknamed Orange Tender, remains a lively historical figure in local lore.
In Bunbury, Bal Potter was summoned for infringing the Dental Act by taking impressions and fitting teeth for Lily Hanrahan at Wellington Mills around January 10, 1911. The case, heard with Mary Moloney present, examined Potter’s qualifications and under whose supervision the work was done, with the bench ruling on permissible use of assistants and the handling of unqualified personnel.
Market report notes damp outlook in the northern region with rain in recent days improving conditions for farmers. Stock levels are low with few fat cattle available and prices steady to slightly higher last week, while new consignments from Kimberley are delayed. Weather aid expected to boost eastern areas and farming prospects.
The text describes brisk bidding at weekly markets in North Fremantle and nearby districts, with strong demand for sheep, horses, cattle, and dairy stock. It notes rain affecting sheep and lambs, good prices for wethers and cattle, and multiple dairy and horse sales. Detailed figures show yarding sizes and prices across various classes, including sheep, cattle, pigs, and dairy stock, with mentions of specific consigners and market days in late April.
Dalgetys and Company Limited report in Bastners that the week’s activity was very good with many private sales and strong demand across categories. Prices remain steady though rising futures are anticipated as rain is expected to stabilize the market. cattle, horses and sheep show solid trades with cattle weights, stores and drafts noted as well as forthcoming dispersals and near term market expectations in Mingyaew and surrounding districts.
The article records a municipal council session with adjournments and discussions on street safety, public demonstrations and local debt figures. It notes a march or protest near a main thoroughfare and addresses requests to place traffic controls. A line references a health remedy ad from 1748 and a long filler segment.
An irregular market report depicts a crowded yarding with demand for fat cattle from Kimberley and other districts. Prices climbed with beefs and weights cited, but the scene notes political intervention, tenancy concerns, and council discussions delaying improvements and alms for stall operations.
The council debated hiring more bysse(s) and road work funding, noting horses for work were mostly hired rather than bought. A key discussion covered the plan for a new shop and pavement repairs in Marine Terrace and others, with reports on vacant plots and building permits in Syiliendstreet.
Reports from the Board of Health confirm containment actions at Mountain’s store after a cat death from poison. An inquiry reviewed sanitation measures at the Mile Sanitary Cottage and a new tank placement was approved. Several cases and inspections are noted, with municipal officials pledging further enforcement and vigilance.
Tuesday's wires from Adelaide report a chaotic scene with a Weather explosion risk at sea and a fatal fire near No. 1 Noor. It notes a train mishap, a man named Arthur Reed and his wife badly burned, and a late report of a death. Financial figures for April and nine months ending April are listed, with mention of a court or parish score.
A contest between Gerahlion and Creenamishook on Sodveday Oat in Uuten's Hark ended without a clear winner. Victory fell to CGrejungh thanks to the bowling of fF Cone uly, as Whee series Anewn fell to CARALPTON.
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