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Newspaper
Geraldton Express
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
May 12, 1911
Page
4
A man describes five years of torment from a widespread skin eruption that disrupted sleep and daily life. After starting Guthura ointment, he reports improvements and hopes the treatment offers lasting relief. He recounts frequent hospital visits and ongoing discomfort in a summary of his medical ordeal.
The Easter Carnival at Stawell Athletic Club drew a strong crowd on April 15, besting prior records, with notable performances by Donaklion, Conway, and Peacock. Highlights included a dramatic sprint finish by Tonakison and a standout 120 yards in 12.25 seconds, while Trevino of Stawell claimed the great event and other top placings in the distances.
A park ranger in New South Wales reported an unusual white wax ball recovered near a coast reserve. Closer study revealed it split into two halves, each containing a marble-like core with no Chinese markings, suggesting a concealed opium payload hidden by smugglers.
Agricultural items are listed with notes on dairy wire and farm supplies. A slow-moving market in Lamed dairy products and Telstein nord fyrayer capital is mentioned, with references to two hives and production speed details.
The International Tarsester Company of America announces a program offering free technical guidance to farmers. Aimed at answering inquiries on all farming problems, the service is led by experienced agricultural professionals to provide practical information and recommendations.
A garbled historical notice touts Wolfe's Schnapps as a remedy for coughs and colds, and references a Professor Wagener with agricultural and diagnostic credentials. It describes a broad Information Service Bureau aiding farmers, promising rapid, informal advice with long reply times and international cooperation, amid a messy list of organizations and locations.
Fragmented notes report ore exploration and reef drilling at various depths, with references to the Tangardis State Naliery Wy and the Messen Cash, Duke of York preparations. Prices for tin and decoding slang terms hint at prospecting efforts and potential yields across multiple shafts and locations.
Two diphtheria cases were reported in the month and officials noted continued use of water from the old Walkaway Hotel. The board deferred action until the new Act takes effect next month and instructed the secretary to send final notices to defaulting ratepayers. Linserd Compound is cited for coughs and colds and related symptoms.
In Wenwshing and surrounding ventures the Bull oak mine is reported bust while Prospecting efforts at Old Depot, Lord Nolan, and Princess Adalaeas show activity. Shares long enjoyed face volatility as crews seek paydirt amid shifting machinery and disputed depths. Two charged men receive reduced sentences in Mary borough.
The May 2 meeting, chaired by Mr Clinch, discussed staff shortages and unpaid accounts for Keefe and Barnden. Reserves were debated and held over. A Creecough to Geraldton Road transfer was rejected. Tenders invited for road work near Wesley Corner. A proposal to spend ward revenues locally was tabled, and cattle straying and fencing requirements were addressed. Secretary directed to prepare ward financials.
Melbourne and Sydney dispatches describe cabinet approval of Mr Mel Lachlan's postal reform scheme impacting most grievances and wage terms. The motion to accept terms passed amid secret ballot. workers resume duties under new conditions. также mentions a brutal murder sentence commutation for Willan Millar and Regina Clare, both 17, and a drowning incident at Newcastle where Captain William Fid4 was swept by surf.
Surth May 11 Me T H Rath asked to comment on the Subiaco seat noting health concerns after. Rath away from coastal areas favors to shelter the regulation. A trial for bankruptcy act involvement follows. Beverley May 10 alleges theft linked to a Fremantle jewelry case. Albany express grain incident leaves Knight with a fractured skull and grave injuries.
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