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Newspaper

Geraldton Express

Location

Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia

Date

May 19, 1909

Page

3

Middleton Family Aids Effort In Test Match Review

A fragmented report analyzes a cricket match featuring the Middleton family aided effort with Surrey in a test innings. It notes notable performers Whitty Wray and Marsal, cites totals and dismissals, and compares Australian bowling to English batting, highlighting key partnerships and wicket counts.

Surrey Countty Avatratia Whitty Hayward Wrayes Trobes Marsal Paiisley Pels AL McCartany i Noble Bartoy Anyward

Turbulent Western Australian Debate on Railways and Ministers

Fragmented remarks from a Western Australia town meeting discuss the Wilbarra railway project and ministerial appointments. The local press critiques Nansen's suitability, government guano pricing, and Keenan's resignation while noting tensions between ministers, councils, and mining interests. The piece highlights civic investigations and political friction affecting the North West.

Geraldton Express Ad Teaser Lists Postal Subscription

The Geraldton Express announces its schedule and subscription terms for readers. The notice notes delivery on Mondays Wednesdays and Fridays and mentions an annual subscription with advance payment and a defined rate. It emphasizes ease of access to readers statewide.

Robbery Under Arms Arrest At Railway Station Affair

Melbourne detectives arrest a man named Arthur Wilkinson after the Victoria Railway Station booking office robbery. Wilkinson denies the charge but is identified by a clerk and a passenger as a participant. Police say he was armed with a revolver during the May 4 incident and taken to the station.

Melbourne Arthur Wilkinsoft Victoria Wilkinson Meg Tooker Aw Wilkinson Mo Ier Percy Robinson Booking Officr

Postal Prohibitions in Tasmania May Be Withdrawn

Melbourne telegrams report the Postmaster General asked by the Penn Minister to withdraw prohibition orders against several Tasmanian figures. He accepts full responsibility for the action and notes the seriousness of stopping citizens from Teller services. He reveals surprise that firms may have knowingly breached the law for years and suggests the orders could be withdrawn swiftly if supported.

Melbourne Tunseay Penn Tay Sr Thomas Prion Tasmania Yareltee Tntervinweil Crnetal Hotore Trim

Action for Libel Award Granted in Argus Case

Miss Grace Bayne wins 250 pounds in damages as Judge Box awards the libel action against Argus publishers. A seven day stay of proceedings is granted.

Melbourne Grace Bayne The Argus

New South Wales Barque Ravel Arrives at Newcastle

The Ruskin barque Ravel from Durba reached Newcastle in poor condition. It was immediately quarantined after several crew members were found ill with fever. Two sailors died. others suffered from deratting commnunatial fever. The report notes uncertainty about the voyage and losses, with confusion in the transmission of details.

Sydney Newcastle Durba Fist Guarante

Flour Mill Fire Destroys Structure in Albury

A Sydney area blaze completely consumed a flour mill at Albury damaging adjoining property. Local authorities report the entire timber structure burned with efforts focused on preventing spread to nearby buildings as the fire raged for hours.

Sydney Mayes Dros al Albury Mike Mill

Sydney University Fire Brigade Evidence On Library Extension

Mr Webb superintendent of the Fire Brigade testifies before the Works Commission regarding the proposal to extend and complete the library at Sydney University. He notes the current fire safety installations are inadequate and that the new installation would be essential for the institution.

Sydney Ruewlay Webb Works Commission Ube

New Zealand Unemployed Arrive Aboard Manuka Steamer

Nearly 400 passengers landed in New Zealand on the steamer Manuka with many working men and their families. Of the group 175 were in the steerage and 48 children. The chronically ill seek relief as ailments like chest complaints are mentioned with Woods Peppermint Cure advertised at 1 shilling 8 pence.

West Addargonent Mr. Nansen Nansen Yoney Thesay Manuka Trin

Sydney Gas Co. meeting split over union employment stance

A Tuesday gathering at the Trades Mall saw Sydney Gas Co. employers’ group and union activists clash over hiring. Union supporters urged only unionized workers, while company reps warned of pressure to employ nonunionists. The dispute highlighted tension between management and labor in the city.

Ayding Sydney Gas Co Trades Vion Ario Agereimen

Discovery of precious stones reported near Wells

A basel dep prompted a Gala hearing as a drive uncovered rubies and other gems. Diamonds were also unearthed along the Sofia Tiniel near onker. The report notes stones were wet, with several gems found during the search.

Wells Onker Sofia

Shooting Affair Leads to Remand in Adelaide Court

Adelaide Tuesday at the Adelaide Police Court Farry Viant was charged with shooting Avive Beatrive Keith with intent to murder her. He was remanded for eight days at the women's asylum in Adelaide Hospital pending further medical and legal action. Doctors operated but failed to locate the bullet. X rays may be used to fix the Ballet's position. The victim's condition is reported as greatly improved.

Adelaide Adlside Farry Viant Ay Stackney Avive Keith Tadd Frayny Vietin

Insolvency Adjudication at Port Adelaide

In Port Adelaide McFarlane and Alfred Jones were adjudged insolvent. The Commissioner awarded second class reunification after debts were contracted without payment. Jones received six months hard labour and false pretences charges. McFarlane was sentenced to nine months with hard labor. Insolvents were ordered to repay as directed.

McFarlane Hart

Arrangements to Bring 1M Hack to Melbourne

An officer of the Criminal Investigation Depart ment will travel to Melbourne on Saturday to fetch Macartney, recently arrested by the Victorian Metropolitan Police on charges including fusion of the counts of the Cetlé Club and forgery. The club reportedly holds a £200 bond related to Macartney, who has served as secretary of the Tut for seven years.

Perth Werlarsday Raline Whan Macartney Metropolix Macartury Tut

Sudden Death Strikes Fremanthy Club Leader’s Wife

In Perth yesterday Mrs Gallop wife of Mr Fret Gallup long prominent Fremanthy Club figure collapsed and died suddenly after illness. Ringingham doctor declared life extinct amid community sorrow and sympathy for the bereaved husband.

Perth Werthestay Gallop Fret Gallup Freman Te Te. Ringingham

Royal Agricultural Society Show Dates Listed

A historical notice outlines agricultural show dates under the Royal Agricultural Society governance. It lists regional events with locations such as Northam York Beverley Moora Geraldton Perth and dates spanning September to November, including the Perth Royal Show on November 2 and Joy Rathholmy events in October.

Herth Wedursiay Royal Agricultural Sociey Limi Northam Ffwin York Geraber Beverley Moora Geraldton Tonelyay Perth Joy Rathholmy Anal

Counterfeit Sovereigns Headed Off in Perth Markets

Perth authorities warn of counterfeit sovereign coins circulating on Wednesday. Police caution buyers to verify coin authenticity and report suspected forgeries.

Perth Pire

Market Report from Melbourne on Wheat Prices

Melbourne market page notes wheat quoted at 56 1 for a bushel with bids in the 2s range. Bran and pollard fields show small advances, and oats rise to about 7s. Prices for peas and other grains listed with regional variations.

Melbourne

Adelaide Report on Wheat and Flour Market Briefing

The Adelaide report notes ongoing wheat sniping and parcel values with little business done. Flour prices drift at £1 15s, bran and pollard weak at 1s, milk fees stable, and butter unchanged.

Fresh wheat consignments offered at Perth railway yards

Only seven fresh wracks of chalk were available at the Perth railway yards yesterday. The best quality was three truckloads of prime wheaten, sold at £5 and £5 9d. Good middling realised £4 12s 6d, low middling £4 0d. Ten sacks passed in, ranging from £3 15s to £4 14s 9d.

Perth Womentay Pert Yestertay

Police Court: Sinbad Charged After Morning Assault

In a noisy session Sinbad a Cingress was brought in for assaulting Doran in a camp near Beach Street. Doran described a deadly struggle with wounds to the head and neck as Sinbad threatened him with a knife and a blunt object. The bench noted a prior brutal cowardly act and sentenced Sinbad to seven weeks imprisonment with hard labor. Separately, heavy rain at Geraldton raised crop concerns and a church fete was announced for the 24th.

Sinbad Doran Tohe Beach R.A. Cribb Hasrine Boran Toran Arcault

Express copies for visitors at Perth agency and Patterson

Visitors to Perth may buy copies of the Express at Albert's News Agency in Central Arcade between Wellington and Murray Streets near the Railway Station, and also from Mr Patterson at the G.P.O. This notice lists fresh availability points.

Perth

Dr Cumpston Explains In Controversial Health Case

A long inquiry into Dr. Cumpston, pathologist at the Central Board of Health, unfolds with officials and press arguing over duties and disclosure. The article details attempts to obtain official statements, alleged miscommunications, and calls for written reports to avoid public anxiety in Hardenal.

Cumpaton Visktet Geraldtan Letal Board Inehien Tania Vmnker Cunrgtea Priday Fx Press Compstin Esceph Fice Macmurray Strat Ureh Thunderford Humgersend Conopsium Uren Canston Tealth Cumpatan M Cand Terite Campston Ger- Aldton

Letter to editor questions conduct of court case report

A Geradton police court correspondence letter protests how a recent case was reported in the Guardian. The writer criticizes the reporting, national and religious insinuations, and asserts an obligation to challenge officials and the government after supposed thefts. The author signs as M Friedman with brief personal notes.

Geraldton Viitor Christian M, Friedman

Messenger's Patch Miners Push Battery Plant Plan

Miners near Messenger's Patch seek funding for a five-stamp battery and gas producer to reduce transport costs. A May 4 message from the State Secretary outlines erection steps, with a crushing plant to be installed and ore to be assayed on site.

Messenger's Patch Yulyoo Laennon- Ville Boomatdie Fae Mab Minster Ar Aline Messenger Patch Trow Shoul

Courtroom disruptions mark Towal County hearing

During a Towal County proceeding on Titswlay, Mr Gee and Mr Mills clashed over witness questioning and interruptions. Mr Coe warned about hiding points, Mills pressed for a clear path and noted interruptions affecting the reporter’s table. A withdrawal followed, then the session continued with renewed interruptions.

Tatum Gee Mills Taive Coe Pere Mr. Mills Mr. Gee

Terrible indigestion prompts Beans cure testimonial

Mrs James of Rae Street N. Fiteroy Melhourine reports severe long standing indigestion and costive digestion. After eight months of suffering she tried Tile Beans. The first box improved her and with continued use she gained strength, appetite returned, digestion improved, weight increased and health restored. She praises the remedy for curing indigestion flatulence headaches and stomach ailments. Available from chemists and stores at 2/6 per bottle.

Mile

Roads Board Act Promises Easier Loans For Towns

Mr Price, Minister for Works, spoke in Geraldton about a new Roads Board Act intended to ease finance for small towns. AMoora editor pressed for a loan framework under the old law, but the minister said the present act is nearly impossible. The new act will empower boards to grant loans without municipal status, enabling townsite improvements and rapid development while marking town areas for early works.

Walkway minister names work on telephone postal duties

Officials discussed labor rules and official status for the praise office, seeking a telephone exchange. Mr Mahon pledged to pursue the matter and notify the PMLG. Attendees proposed further steps and awaited concrete details on the exchange plan.

Nome Mahon PMLG Ian Ee

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