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Newspaper

Geraldton Express

Location

Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia

Date

May 10, 1909

Page

3

The Premier in Geraldton Discusses East Chapman Route

Mr N di Moore the Premier and Mr Janey Price the Works Minister visit Geraldton for a civic reception. A key issue is the East Chapman railway spur proposed for Port Fishman Marble Farm area with strong local interest and debate over route and funding.

N. di Moore Janey Price Cierabuin Feetoels Moore W.A Gavisrns Tes Port Fieilan Marble Farm Rajtwar Jay Price Siggester Jet Bastin Drew Cubiwin

Cruel Assault Alleged by Christchurch Couple

Telegrams report two men attacked Sarah Fallon at her Christchurch home, accusing her of being a police spy. After beating her with a kettle and a chair, they shot her with a pistol, then fled. William Cotter and Ernest Nigholls were arrested hours later in connection with the assault.

Wellvision Sarah Fallon Christchurch Iit Lnto Willian Cotter Ernest Nigholls

Four young men clear land near Yona when death strikes

In Tasmania on the North West Coast, Hector Cripp aged eighteen died instantly when struck by a falling butt of a ute as four youths cleared land near Yona. The party carried the body twelve miles through scrub before exhaustion forced them to abandon the search. a rescue party later went to retrieve the body in Yots.

Aunce Stim Swing Yona Hector Cripp Aires Ant Martes Sitetchyr

Synod Sets May 26 To Choose Archbishop In Sydney

The standing committee of the Anglican Synod met and decided the Synod will meet on Tuesday May 26 to select an Archbishop. The afternoon session will fix the Archbishop’s salary and the evening discuss election method and next see. Candidates named include Dr. G. donal Archbishop of Brisbane Archdeacon Wright of Manchester Canon Abex peder Rector of St Pauls Cathedral Rev F Webster and De Griffiths Thomas principal of Wrelific Mult Oxford.

Anglican Synod Abosa Chir G. A. Donal Brisbane Archinwron Wright Manchester Caton Benton ‘Thomenn Birmtinghar Abexpeder St. Paul's Cathedral FS. Webster All Soule Langham Place de Griffiths Thomas Wrelific Mult Oxford

Deputations Press Cabinet Over Town Needs and Financing

A deputation representing the Maravipal Court and Chamber of Commerce met Premier Dr. Tune gerford to seek relief from arrears on the 1861 loan sinking fund and discuss special grants for Chapman Greenongs and Kayrwarroga arterial roads. They urged extending sanitary reserves and linking goods shed with the telephones, while a quarry on Oakabella Estate was requested. The Premier signaled review of the sinking fund with the Colonial Treasurer and potential partial quarry access, with further consideration of extending the tram or freight rail service to the wharf.

Maravipal Court Chamber of Commerce Mtr Carson Mte A Tunegerford Umie Treasry Boston Chapman, Greenongs Trafic Cornell Trige Oakabella Erhnio Uhe Grimish Ube Pre Son Randell Dewal

Meeting pledges support for Protestant succession reform

An enthusiastic crowd protested alterations to the King's Coronation oath. Edgar M.D. presided as resolutions urged repeal or alteration of the Protestant succession. The meeting pressed for Parliament action and transmission to the Governor and Secretary of State for the colony.

Edgar M.D Christian Goodtwill Deotara- Nien Lange

Parliament Trade Minister Warns Labor Split Likely

Melbourne Sunday reports Mr Tudor federal minister for Trade and Customs warned that if Messrs Cook and Deakin joined forces the Labor Party would soon be returned to office. He cited too many gustinns open and a potential split to secure a legitimate coalition, including plans for the New Protection.

Melbourne Hamiiton Tudor

Fremantle Raid Nets Twenty Five Gambling Arrests

In Fremantle on Bannister Street police raided a gambling den late last night. Twenty five arrests were made, many of the detainees were Chinese. Cash was taken from tables, and the alleged keeper Ah Hong faces Fremantle Court on a charge of receptacle of a common gaming house. Others await charges for gambling purposes at Fremantle Court.

Fremantle Bannister Street Ah Hong Fremantle Court

Defalcations Probe Hits Club Finances

Telegrams reveal extensive defalcations by Macartney, suspended weeks ago. Preliminary report cites losses over a decade totaling more than £70, with about £180 alleged misappropriated in cash tied to St Patrick's Day events. Funds reportedly supported Roman Catholic orphanages, leaving committees facing a near £100 shortfall.

Macartney Markers Tess Nemnine Asiinigh Lab Nannine Macariney Uhah Bastven

Rider killed in Northam Road collision with telegraph post

Richard Scully, 45, a married man with a seven year old child, was riding his horse along Northam Road near Newcastle on Friday evening when he collided with a telegraph post and died almost instantly.

Northam Richard Scully Mam Chi Northam Road Newcastle

Unlicensed Vehicle Charges At Geraldton Court

In morning court Mr R Gee presided as Thomas Johnson faced Municipal Council charges for keeping an unlicensed vehicle. He argued nonuse meant no offense. verdict guilty with fine and costs, four days imprisonment in default. John Marsh also charged. witnesses testified three vehicles, two licensed, one unlicensed, with contempt noted. Final penalties: Johnson fined plus costs. Marsh fined and imprisoned for four days.

R. Gee Thomas Johnson Mr. Wilson Ohm Kelly Hres Valleles Sam Crabbe Win Carson Coats D. Marshen Wilson Weson S. Crabbe Witess Wen Nasnn Dolw Kelly Stone Shorts Wm. Carson Deluntant Wilsoy Terry Wits Geraldton Uwe Huginnes John Marsh Carson Terallot

Geraldton News Roundup From Abrolhos Inlands to Population Gush

Local notes report ship movements at Abrolhos Inlands with 1000 tons salt, 200 moved, 800 to ship. Guano output exceeds 1000 tons. season may end soon with 30 men paid off. Geraldton plans and speeches note population growth projections and a government grant for ostrich farming. The opening Geraldton football match sees Jim Railways win. other items cover mining reports, church moves, and public art commissions.

Zuape Port Gregory Pallowdell & Go Fortis Xing Geraldum

Broken Hill Judge Criticized Over Mann Remarks

Local discussion in Broken Hill Sunday focused on comments by Mr dusties Pring drawing strong reactions. Mr E J Polkinghorne and Mr J Weight condemned the judge’s statements about Tom Mann as illegal and dangerous, urging removal and worker control of the government’s response.

Dusties Pring Atterman Watwoo Pring E. J. Polkinghorne Stoker May Holland Justice Pring Tom Mann Ting Jaber Weight Mann Tam Mann Waltty

Death of Miss Pitts and murder charge in Mountay case

Detectives Sampson and Craydan arrested Cac court Whipply Filly on a charge of murdering Miss Pitts near April 2. Bail appeals were refused but bonds later accepted to hold an inquest. The coroner's inquest on Miss Pitts will resume Wednesday at 10 o'clock.

Porth Mountay Sampson Ad Craydan Noman Riis Miss Pitts Miss Fitts Womeaday Worth

Go-To-Work Ballot Highlights Local Mechanics

Fragmentary text notes a ballot related to work or employment in Broken Hill with unclear details. It mentions a network hall and a number, suggesting an event or vote, but specifics are obscured leaving core facts unrecoverable. Further readable context is needed to form a complete summary with named entities.

City Club Official Faces Defalcation Warrant

A warrant is issued for William Macartney former secretary of the Celtic Club on charges of falsifying the club’s accounts. The club’s solicitors Suite and Lavan signed the warrant with FF. Tayes. Two more informations are expected alleging forgery and fraudulent acts. The investigation suggests long discontent over club management.

Macartney Ernie Parker

Visit of Federal Minister in Town Hall Geraldton

A public meeting with the Federal Minister is announced for an evening session at 8.00 in Geraldton Town Hall. Senator de Targin and TK Minister fir Home Alien are listed as attendees, with invitations extended to the electors to attend and hear the official statements.

Geraldton Melbourne Vihler Kalgoorlie Halle Omul Corporation Stair Tr Keenan Me. Seadelen Actine Ar. J. Uieh Fremountie Saboon de Targin Veil

Fragmentary note on fines and payments in pounds

Fragmentary OCR notes describe penalties with mentions of fine amounts in pounds and related balances. The legible items refer to two pastes and a total of 175 pounds, with unclear conjoined costs and additional small sums. The text lacks complete names, dates, or the enforcing authority.

Geraldton Express Opinion on Policy and Funding Debates

Geraldton May 10 editorial discusses political interference fears and ministerial power in approving help, criticizing Trustees and Cook versus Mitchell. It mentions agriculture fair funding, bank loans, and state governance while noting the Geraldton Express pricing and distribution terms.

Mitehall Mitchell Cook Alt Mr. Mitchell

Agricultural Bank debated as minister speeches amuse lenders

A muddled report notes the Agricultural Bank discussion with ministers remarks on lending farmers. Mr Mitchell claims funds amounting to 100 62 and states he is waiting to lend settlers, reflecting uncertain intentions and a tentative financial stance.

Sim l Pawn Pew Minster Agriculeuce Mitchell Ant Seftlers

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