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Newspaper

Geraldton Express

Location

Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia

Date

May 29, 1918

Page

2

Mine rights change on private land under new act

The article outlines changes in mining law, noting private land now may be resumed by the Crown for mineral purposes with compensation. It details permit processes, wardens court rulings on compensation, and steps to obtain mining leases on private property under the act, including notices and royalties.

Norely Northamaton Narra Tarek Geralot Crown Tims Iris Lingaper

Mineral rights enable new mining prospects in bold areas

The region frees mineral land from old restrictions allowing others to work mines. With lead prices high and local mining abundant, community enterprise may revive the industry. Provisions likely arose from parliamentary action and ministerial support for mines.

Anes Meaury

Sudden Death of Kunowna Pioneer John Kole at 72

Local notice reports the sudden death of well known Kunowna pioneer John Kole, 72, who died after collapsing while attempting to catch a Kalgoorlie train. Funeral arrangements for the late Mr John Boxer noted, with Bishop Keily officiating at Geraldton Cemetery. Switten death of Robert Nevin near Mazumber described after post mortem showed rupture of a blood vessel. Lakeside woodline accident left John McGrath severely injured, both legs amputated. scene praised for assistance. Plus notices on Welfare and local ads including The Big Store promotions and parliamentary questions on Defence enlistment rules.

Mr Boxer John Boxer Mfr T. Mellor Fleanor Streets Geraldton Cemetery Boxer Naomi MeRoy Flood W. Duplex Marth W. Fay N. Ellis Bishop Keily George Lester M. Quain Wetters H. W. Fay C. Mellor Perth Robert Nevin Carmamah Mazumber Gingin Midland Jimelion Laver Lakeside Woodline John McGrath Tocel de Swell Pender

Deficit tax proposals spark land and income bill debate

In the Legislative Council debate on the Land and Income Tax Assessment Bill, Mr J J Holmes urged cutting council membership from 30 to 20, lowering ministers’ pay, and introducing a deficit tax. He suggested 20s per head yearly to raise £180,000 and a 6d weekly tax to yield £234,000, arguing it would curb spending and win popular support.

Legislative Council J. J. Holmes North Province

Allied Generalissimo Foch Retired From Active Duty

General Foch, once appointed generalissimo on the Western front, was retired at 66 after less than a year in service. He remains available to the War Minister without command, a move requiring special medical clearance from M. Poincare. The Lorraine native led Nancy at the outbreak of war and later contributed to a notable strategic victory at Amiens.

Foch Western Front Graphic M. Poincare Lorraine Nancy Iran Marshal Jontre Faort Modent

Perth Visit and Local News From The Great Western Press

The Prime Minister of Tooge Tim Wakano arrived in Perth by the Great Western Press and stayed at the Savoy Hotel as a guest of the Commonwealth Government. Alfred Carson, editor, is visiting the district while Councillor Dalziel returns to training camp. Private George Lammonby’s death is reported and Kalgoorlie hosts gold belt meetings as Pte Holtman, M.P. plans speaking tours.

Tooge Tim Wakano Perth Great Western O Press Hen Savoy Hotel Commonwealth Alfred Carson Western Mall Me Will Carson Mullews Dalziel Geraldten O. C. Dalziel Ition George Lammonby Fred Lammonby D. O'Brien J. O’brien Central Marine Terrace Holtman Ed. Vind Kalgoorlia Thure- Gay Kalgoorlie Pte Heitmann

Northampton May 6 Fancy Dress Ball and Fight Hour Day

Rainy night did not dampen attendance at King's Hall for the children's fancy dress ball in aid of the Church of England troops with prize awards for costumes. The Baddera Fight Hour Day at Show Ground drew crowds, with a morning parade, a lengthy frame, and evening dancing at the King's Fait where prizes were given to top waltzers. Weather has been favorable for ploughing and seeding, with about three inches of rain stored for winter.

King's Hall Church of England Gailoy Miss Drage Miss Walsh Alsations New Logan Kate Greenaway Mra Counsel Beauty and the Beast A. Mitchell Miss Counsel Notabell Lily Drage George Robb Gertrude Drage Gordon Brand Rose Wheelden Stanley Watt F. Drage Raim Baddera Mern Baidera Priory

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