Court Case Over Wood Yard Management Dispute
In a local court yesterday, T.L. Brownweal won against Johnson for 14 pounds 19 shillings covering salary and commission. Testimony described rental terms, management duties from April 1907, and disputes over payments for wood, plant, and wages, with accounts and vouchers cited and a defendant’s absence of further claims noted.
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Get Rat
T.L
Johnson
Perth
Mills
Brown
Mc.ore
Howxton
Wilson
Millar
Parlamen
Gerakiton
Wierd
Innse
Johson
Pennett
Thielfugs
Didendant
Morrison
Ifohnson
Wilken
Geraldrom
Carte Hue
Grienouch Rd Boerd Baat Adopts New Property Tax Rate
A local decision adopts existing valuations and sets the rate at one penny in the pound on the capital unimproved value for all Ah district. The move concludes a review of property taxes and aims to align levies with current values.
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Grienouch
Boerd Baat
Fragmented OCR Money and Railway Freight Note
Fragmented OCR text discusses payments and cuts in wood carving with mentions of amounts, repairs, and a mismanaged payroll. It notes freight charges tied to capacity, half full trucks, and a court adjournment to the following day.
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Sohusan
Picture of Opening of Australia’s First National Parliament
Contemporary report from The Coolgardie Miner details Geraldton readers receiving a large framed picture of Australia’s first Federal Parliament opening. Mr C McDowall presented the piece to the Mayor on behalf of subscribers, noting its historical value for schools and public halls. The Mayor and townspeople praised the gift and anticipated lasting public interest.
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Compeil
Coolgandie
C.mcdowall
Mll.a
McDowall
Australia
Commonwealth
Ae Pe MeChemae
Brennan Brothers
Fieraldton
Cookeardie
Victoria Horrible Murder Aged Woman Struck Down
Melbourne report details a brutal murder in Little Buckingham Street involving Mrs Murphy and a motive linked to a large financial sum. Names such as Mrs Margaret Galway and Richmont appear, with mentions of prior spending and a long timeline back to 1806, underscoring a chilling case of revenge and tragedy.
Inter State Will Case Splits Two Queens Town Lovers
Hobart full court ruled Arthur Williams will invalid for not meeting statute. First wife Elizabeth Jane, of Queenstown, wins administration after 25 years apart from Emma Jane. Williams had promised to marry Jane two days before death. Emma Jane also linked to the marriage. Costs of all parties charged against estate.
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Hobart
Arthur Williams
Queenstown
Elizbeth Jane
Erma Dons
Williams
Jane Owasl
Victoria
Emma Jane
Fimma Jane
Veesetate
Workers from New Zealand Overcrowd Sydney Job Market
Reports from Sydney indicate New Zealand arrivals flood the city with many tradesmen seeking work. Hundreds of carpenters and joiners have come over by ship, including 14s men via the RLS route, creating a slack labor market in the Dominion’s displaced workers.
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Sydney
New Zealand
Ot Tate
Dominion
RLS
Plague Case Reported in Sydney
Sydney reports another plague case on Tuesday involving a carpent er employed by a firm with facilities at Glove. The patient was removed to the Coast Hepat.
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Sydney
Quggy Accident Kills Elderly Presbyterian Man
Mr. McMaith Ally of the Presbyterian church was killed yesterday when a buggy he drove tipped, bones broken and neck injured. The deceased, over 60, leaves a widow and family. A condolence motion was passed at the Presbyterian church tonight.
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Sydney
McMaith Ally
Allen
Deceised
Presbyterian
Romsey Tragedy Enquiry Two Men Charged With Murder
An inquiry into the Romsey fire at the Commercial Motel on April 37 concluded with evidence suggesting two flames and two wall-separations. Robert dns Vuviley and Stob ery Johnson faced murder charges tied to Jos. Dick’s death and the destruction of premises and stock valued at £450. Mal Hedley ibhn, owner, was charged with other related counts.
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Sydney
Romsey
Jos. Dick
Hedley Ibhn
Brutal throat-slashing murder shocks investigators
Telegrams describe a brutal murder scene with a woman found covered in blood. Witnesses report a knife wound from ear to ear and multiple contusions. Detective Murphy alerted police, Dr. Macgillicuddy confirmed a violent killing, motive suspected revenge, and an arrest is anticipated.
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Murphy
Macgillicuddry
Victorian loan outlook from Melbourne market
The Victorian Government reports a highly oversubscribed loan of 1.5 million pounds at 4 percent with a fixed minimum price. The London market is the chosen sale venue and underwriters have secured support, signaling strong investor appetite.
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Melbourne
Thesday
London
Mining Fatality at Marmion Mine Near Menzies
A mining accident at Hurley Brothers Marmion Mine near Menzies today killed William Raleigh and badly injured his mate John Willoughby. Raleigh, a Victoria native, was returned from a visit there a month ago and was blown to pieces by the explosion. Willoughby suffered broken ribs and internal injuries.
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Kalgoorlie
William Raleigh
John Willoughby
Hurley Brothers
Marmion Ming
Menzies
Raleigh
Victoria
Hat
Willoughby
Celtic Club Frauds and Missing Secretary Macartney
Perth detectives continue inquiries into the disappearance of William Macartney, Celtic Club secretary, with an arrest warrant issued for alleged tills and bank account fraud. He has been untraced for two weeks amid fears for his movement, while the Celtic Club faces indemnification costs for returning him to trial within the Commonwealth.
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Perth
Wermesnay
Dempsey
William Macartney
Celtic Club
Celtic
Te Commonwealth
Federal Affairs updates in Melbourne and Sydney talks
Sir John Forrest met Mr Deakin in Melbourne while Mr Cook planned a Sydney return for next week. The conference produced several compromise ideas for both sides to consider with a likely close to a definite agreement before Parliament reconvenes. Opposition leaders foresee a possible union of parties and plan a joint explanation to be sent ahead to explain the stance. Members of the direct Opposition in bell Houses telegraph meeting on Wednesday, 26th.
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Perth
John Forrest
Melbourne
Deakin
Cook
Sydney
Messis Cook
Fainy
Bell Houses
Wolneslay
Obituary: Publican Frederick Schrith Dies at Sea
Frederick Schrith, well known publican, died at sea while en route from the GALS to Colombo. Word arrived from Colombo that he passed away before reaching that port. He was noted in Perth for his long publican career and community involvement.
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Perth
Frederick Schrith
Colombo
Woods' Great Peppermint Cure for Colds
An advertisement promotes Woods' cure described as a peppermint remedy for cougs and colds, dated 1/6. The offer highlights its effectiveness and targets readers seeking relief from common respiratory symptoms.
Minister regrets unintended oversight in Central Province visit
Perth manuscript notes report the Minister of Agriculture addressing a telegram in Monaig's West. Mr Mitchell expresses regret for an apparent oversight during the Central Province visit, stating the lapse was unintentional and conveying apologies.
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Perth
Monaig
West
Ton
Drew
Otter Eaeen
Mitchell
Death of Miss Fitts Trial Evidence in Perth Case
In Perth a jury heard Taffe’s evidence on the death of Miss Fitts. Deceased had accused Michael Fitts of sexual assault using a needle, claiming she wrapped the instrument and discarded it after harming herself. She said the accused was not responsible for her death if given proper care, and described suffering and an attempted admission. Medical testimony covered operations and treatment.
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Taffe
Perth
Werthestay
Mike Fitts
Roe
Barker
Hill
Fitts
Mire Maite
D.p
Tulle
Flarding
Mthuit
Nasaree
Battye
Harcourt
Filie
Miss Fitts
Taale
St. Vincent's Hospital
Eilis
Clerey
Cenerd
Taate
Teccamd
Markets Report From Perth Yards
Perth Wednesday notes only three trucks available at the Perth railway yards with two fresh arrivals. Quality offered was only good medium wheaten and wet trucks changing hands at £4 178. One wagon not offered. Buyers chased prime wheat but delays due to available stock and blocked deliveries. If conditions persist, prime price levels are likely to rise. No grain was forward.
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Perth
Usiml
Myers
Adelaide and Melbourne Wheat and Price Report
Adelaide prices show a dull wheat market with minor fluctuations and steady flour values. Melbourne markets record wheat at £11 1s, brans and pollards steady, maize and dhal with modest ranges, and potatoes near £1 10s to £1 2s, reflecting inland commodity movement. At Geraldton, A W B branch meets with three new membership proposals, a poster ball planned, and a naval ex-president certificate presented to A T Davies alongside discussion of the Geraldton Folio journal.
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Adelaide
Geraldton
A.W. B. Feld
Ttway
Fallon Dare 2d
Tnan
Erval
JL. Drew
A.T. Davies
Davies
Reed
Federal Minister visits Geraldton in 1900s event
The Federal Minister for Home Affairs Mahon and Senator De Langi arrive in Geraldton from Cue, greeted by acting mayor and local officials. A formal reception at the Railway Hotel precedes a municipal gathering at Town Hall where Mahon addresses post and territorial development, stressing Commonwealth obligations and urging state cooperation.
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Jbs
Yyresenyers
Crimish
Ural
Ant Abbot
Mr. Gee
ROM
Iovs
Opmtalfey
Tiller
Sauwlers
Ant Shannon
Mir TM
Veen
MPLA
Vuswal
Feeral
Mahan
II Fishig
Commonwealth
Onvermento
Ida
Sengior de Largie
Jaetice
Unnion
Pete Fa
Hart
Werlem Australia
Wear
Arch
London Wool Sales Report From London Office
A cable from London reports wool sales continuing firm with higher merino and scoured wool prices. Eastern markets show marked advance for median quality wools while AMERICAN wools rise, and crabs remain steady. The Swan Brewery press and barley pricing are mentioned as a side note with confusion over quotes and samples.
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Dalerty Weol Co
United
Arvive
London
Prices of wool and mineral prospects in West Australia
A fragmented cable report lists wool prices from Western Australian imports and mentions potential mining rights in West Africa. It references wood types, bale counts, and speculative company formation with capital plans, alongside railway sleeper tenders and local infrastructure notes.
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Great Fingal Co
Sroudr
West Africa
Tarkwa Reef
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Historical Picture
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Zealand
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Federal Affairs
Cook and Deakin
Mor
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TER
the Military Reserve
U. Me. Mahon
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Maul
Thal
Ehlert
Homoalshire
Benater DeLargin
Frank Green & CO
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Chapman
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Oller
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Kitching
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Wonder
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SNELL
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Murray Street
London Wool Sales
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Swan Brewery
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Hetter
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