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Newspaper
Geraldton Express
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
May 15, 1911
Page
3
Letters warn of pilfering at Mt Erin goods yards and stray items. A census notice urges Australians to file census forms, stressing legal duty and national stocktaking with a call to individuals to obtain and return cards and ensure a full enumeration.
A Saturday Genaltyton football match showcased Barry as a standout umpire candidate. Supporters praise his firm control, fair penalties, and superior knowledge of coast rules, urging the Association to appoint him for the season alongside or in place of Mr. Kelly.
A humble ratepayer asks why council meetings move from Drukte Hall to Eleanor Street and if funding from unions or private sources could cover the cost. He argues that Druida Hall would be preferable for attendance privacy and security from interlopers.
Town gossip swirls around Captain Gowisn and the wheat ship skipper on a Saturday. Mayor Troh and allies clash with Timms, Timmsy blamed for unsafe choices, and Carson’s prospects seem jeopardized. The Gazette hints at an Inspector of Growing Spude appointment, licensing acts, and shifts in temper as community figures argue, plan, and joke about “Bing” the drinker.
An unobtrusive Jest Tue nd ay report notes a preliminary meeting at Hintelly test Saturday night among Lishoe supporters to form a union. A branch of the AdleRwan was formed and four members enrolled as farmers, many of whom are labor employers. Body presided and is not a Labor man, yet many attendees enrolled. Mr. Rody spoke, backing labor as a true friend to farmers and seeking a Labor candidate in the state elections. Debate centers on Wilson gang actions affecting farmers.
Fragmented report depicts unrest among labor and farmers as railway disruptions and tariff-inspired charges strain exports. References to Tabor and Wilson parties suggest looming political shifts, with calls for unity in opposition and mentions of upcoming elections and public meetings. Evidence points to mounting disaffection across regions and sectors.
The Upper Crapan Li Farmers Association asks support from J. Wm. Drew to secure agreement in a meeting of the Mt Erin Farmers Association. Resolutions urge reinforcement of general approaches with Mirin and Yetnn and to ensure available trucking yards for Erin siding. Drew pledges to push for the three major railway policies in the community.
The Morehiton Times reports Mr. Hosie the Chief Postmaster is a patient at Gerakiton Hospital. He shows satisfactory progress but will not resume duties soon and may require leave for convalescence.
Telegraphs from Melbourne report inter state sympathy strikes by moulders at Analral Co and Broken Hill works. The walkout centers on overtime payment and a late order for repairs to mining machinery. Local figures indicate broader industrial friction across the region as workers rally for better terms.
Sunday report from MFLBOTRYE details laborer Willam Russell aged 38 arrested on charges of stealing money and a harness from the husband of his companion. The companion is identified as the wife of Andrew Rutherford, a contractor of Kewell. They allegedly drove away on May Ath in Rutherford's vehicle toward Wurtna. Mix Rutherford is accused of selling horses and cattle at the Rate yard in Munsip for £41 10s. The woman allegedly took money to Melbourne with a baby boy aged one month in tow, boarded out. The infant is the youngest of eight children.
Melbourne reports that work will resume on Tuesday in line with the harvester strike, as an official announcement clarifies the schedule and cooperation among workers and management to end the disruption.
Federal Treasury officials reveal quarterly figures for the Gest mine and overall revenue. Customs and excise income totalled 21,856,006, up 1,117,983 from the prior year, with postal income at 2,920,705 and surplus paid to States at 5,825,360. A loan of over one million sterling plus 451,000 borrowed from the Trans are noted as funded, with surplus expected to bolster Federal coffers.
In Melbourne on Sunday the billiards results show Td Williams beating Liedrim 14 to 60 and Williams achieving a score of 6 089.
Queensland Baen in Queensland Orishane Stday William Nixon reports a fishing machine carried by two men on May 5. The fragment mentions xaw Miller and Bite Dyandy with incomplete details.
In Mong district near Perth a brutal murder occurred as 18 year old Frances Elizabeth Compton, a domestic servant, was found dead 60 yards from her employer's house. A man followed her before 1 am and killed her. Postmortem to confirm if sexual assault occurred. investigation ongoing.
Post mortem findings in the Woodiupine murder case reveal violations and related details. Investigators confirm a fatal outcome and ongoing inquiries proceed to determine circumstances and responsible parties.
Saturday's game pitted players from three association clubs with Mr. 7 Barry in charge. Blues led by Chas Cephure with Bort Kidd Tee, Red team saw goals by Kin Thidmex Bert Kidd Kidd Jennett Meadowerett, while the red side credited Gr W. Oroesster Catwardine. The club prize went to the top scorer as awarded by the association president.
East Perth defeated Subiaco 68 to 67 while West Perth led South Preman tle 41 to 4. East Fremantle posted 9 and Perth 9 in the latest city league results.
Ceraldt on police court records show John Allen Grant and Joh Young fined 10 shillings and 5 shillings respectively for drunken behavior. They faced a further similar charge as part of a continued inquiry into acts of drunkenness.
WEW South Wales reports Tame defended the Champion of Austentia title at the Stadium Saturday night against Slater of America, but was disqualified in the eighth round for a fall without a punch. Crowd of 12 observed the bout as Lang dropped early and Tester delivered a heavy swing injuring Lang's elbow. Lang was counted out under Queensberry rules.
Residents near Charener Meads report a wrecked airship discovered at a lonely spot. The craft appears assembled with fine wire and iron radi, attracting intense local excitement as the origin and fate of the airwhip remain unclear.
In Adelaide on Sunday the Juvenile Handicap finished with Takipo no wan frat winning, Sir Vincent second, and Tit third. Dividends paid were £5 with odds of 8/5. The Handicap winner noted Gun rep third, while Pletcher placed fourth. Woods offered a chest complaints remedy.
Denis Mhenen, contractor at Victoria Location S304, testified that on April 2 an offender entered his paddock, opened a fence, and allowed sheep to escape. The defendant denied violent intent, claiming temporary entry for fencing work, with surveillance noting a damaged but largely intact boundary and a single sheep loss. Proceedings focus on future offences and penalties.
A courtroom fragment recounts a land trespass case where a padlock and a fence dispute involve Mr Morribey and witnesses. The narrative notes legal tension, defendant defenses, and a verdict touching trespass and civil consequences with questions about intent and gravity.
The Johnson-Jeffries fight pictures, heavily attended Thursday night, will be shown again this evening in the gown hall. In addition to the pictures of the great event, a series of Indian and cowboy subjects will be screened, along with other attractions. An encouragement to juvenile readers, Mr Berbert will also admit the back of the hall for the show.
Fragmented OCR lists various items, dates, prices, and product codes under headings like DOA Perth Bean Bros and Mon's Made Mind with numerous quantities, dates, and references to hats, garments, and travel goods. The legible elements suggest catalog-like entries and a coronation notice embedded in the text.
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