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Newspaper
Geraldton Express
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
May 31, 1909
Page
3
Chapman reports confusion over a ratepayers meeting regarding land allotments and government action. He notes a disputed 60 acres and 260 acre exertions, with resolutions misrepresented. The meeting favored government control and withholding applications, potentially to aid towns, per Land Board action.
A London market telegram notes quiet European demand for wheat while English and continental prices drift. In South Australia shipments from Li Avenir reach port with mixed results and traders report dull enquiry from millers. Prices vary from 24 37% to 4 128 fd per quality grade. prime grades scarce. Freight and stock levels influence sentiment with few prime lots on offer and buyers eyeing open auctions.
The report notes varied prices with selling ranges from £58 to 41 shillings, and a listed ruling rate adjusted by recent demand. Traders report modest enquiry for inventory and advise holders to move stock toward Wis yoral while noting limited arrivals and fluctuating car values around 2s per unit.
Morning inquest at the Courthouse with Coroner Mr. R. Gee and jury as Sergeant Smythe presides. Witness Neil Togan reports a body found near a telegraph pole on a Mullena to Geraldton train on Saturday. no tracks of others or weapon found. Post mortem waived. no violence marks. identity likely to be clarified next Tuesday.
Perth market notes a public sale of twenty fresh trucks at the railway yards on Saturday amid heavy rain. The bidding was dampened by the weather and the gaming, with prices for wheaten chaff ranging from £4 10s to £41 58, and medium fag at £4 78. Ad. Food medium sold weakly at £4 39 to £4 0s.
Tennis mixed doubles pairings and times for the Geraldton Dennis Club across Tuesday to Monday. Listings include Clarke with Miss Smith, Gee with Mrs Gee, and others such as Darling with Atkins, Greville with Kidd, Tiller with Bapton, Buchanan with Lias, Campbell with Darling, Tunes with Darling, and Keay with Sherlock among various opponents and start times.
Visitors to Perth may purchase copies of the Express at Mr. Alberts News Agency in Central Arcade between Wel Iaston and Murray Streets, near the Railway Station, and also from Mr. Patterson at the P.O. Bookstall. Payment terms and product details note pricing for full bottles in Wolpe's Schnapps context.
Telegram reports from Brisbane that the executive committee decided to stay proceedings in the Arthur Ross case after he shot bank clerk Mare Gayntaly. Delays push extension plans to later in the week as the court seeks a more stable path forward.
In Wellinston Sunney a serious stabbing affray occurred at a boarding house. Two men, Tait and McColl, quarrelled leading to McColl being stabbed about the head face and body with a pocket knife, pain noted by onlookers.
The French vessel Lobar, from Antwerp, reported a severe storm on May 4 while running before a motor gale. The seas flooded the chart room, two sailors were washed overboard and drowned, while the chief mate Jean Mullett and others were injured. They were admitted to the hospital.
Sydney Archbishopric receives a formal exile message from Archvigaton Wright of Manchester, who served as Archnishas of Sy resi. The communication expresses deep honor and careful consideration of an offer, reflecting church diplomacy and interim leadership concerns.
Fragmentary report describes Christophir McNethe, a carter from Hitting material, declared infected yesterday after illness in his leg. He died at gy tars houe tremithin. The piece is unclear and contains many garbled words.
Mrs. Eliza Rice a four year war widow ran a small grocery in Leichhand. Neighbor Walter Sykes a carpenter and painter stabbed her in front and on the right side, then confessed fleeing to Wartrop where he cried Where is Wire ftiew. Wardrop heard screams and saw Sykes at the bed. Police found Rice dead with multiple stab wounds. Sykes was found at his home with a pool of blood and taken to hospital.
A man named Sykes, who had been working for Mrs. Rice for a few days last week, assisted with shelving in the shop. He was paid in cash for the work, which was not yet completed.
The report quotes a speaker arguing about an alliance and the patriotism of the fusion, noting liberty for freeteachers to decide on future proposals. The piece reflects tension over admitting groups into the Theta path amid fiscal controversy and calls for political climbdowns.
Mr Fisher spoke about the federal situation noting no distinct developments as Parliament discussed facts and Lord Dudley’s anticipated speech. He described Governor General Wills as active in recent minutes and referenced a move in Parliament on Monday.
Melbourne Sumtay Cabinet met yesterday morning from 30 to MM o clock. Mr Fisher visited Government House then joined colleagues in council. Afternoon statement of dissolution claims drafted by Fisher with Hughes aid. Main points cite parliamentary expiry without time extension, Teakin as PM at start, parties aiding Drake Wid, lack of policy discussion, no censure for administration, and need for a mandate from the people.
Impurely Labor factions see dissolution as unlikely though government delay provokes dissatisfaction. Ministers were defeated on Thursday but have not resigned. Constitution section 18 ties Senate elections to vacancies, potentially delaying polls until next year and risking another £50,000 election expense. ultimate authority rests with the Governor General.
In Perth Victoria the Minister for Delnew asserts Fowler’s letter to a labor organisation shows a 100 pledge not to stand for Parliament again. Mr. Pearce says Fowler asked for repayment of monies paid by him and that he acted under tea and thus intended to stand aside.
Troubled politics described as the Imperial Defence Conference may alter arrangements for the representation of the Commonwealth and the Imperial Defence Conference. Mentions a cure for hacking cough at night and a peppermint remedy, with sale details and removal notices.
Samuel Pearce, an inmate of the Collage Howes in the nteeted area at Pork vehuole, was examined and reportedly revealed tempering tapes.
Adelaide Sunday report notes several injuries during weekend football. J Bruce of West Adelaide sustained a broken right limb after a late tackle in the West Adelaide versus North Adelaide game. Dicksom of Port Adelaide collided with a opponent in the South Australia clash, suffering a facial nose injury.
In Perth on Saturday heavy rain caused the postponement of the Hasty and Wests game at Fremantle Oval. Other matches proceeded with trials as East Perth 7 17 Subiaco 14 West Perth 48 Midland Junction 2 14 Perth 9 AL vs South Fremantle 77.
Fragmentary report notes the Solicitor General has just interview ed. The case of HMufeorrt W Ellis appears to involve a legal proceeding or inquiry in Perth Mantay with limited readable details. Further lines are unreadable.
Sir Gerald Strickland and party arrive at Fremantle on Monday. A guard of honor receives them and Mayor Murphy presents a welcome address from Fremantle citizens. A civic fete follows at the Town Hall before parting for Perth.
Fragmented unreadable text cites names like Sir John Forrest and Jane Snort, mentioning a caucus and a weary cast of sailors, with garbled phrases about masters, feasts, and political knots. The passage reads like a stray clipping about factions and leadership without clear events.
The Geraldton Express announces a twelve month free distribution offer to any address in the state with twelve months subscription paid in advance at 12 shillings 6 pence.
In a discussion led by Aline and Bill Merry of Victory United, the Phoenix Mine at Gulf Gufflewa is described as a sound asset with veins and per ton yields noted. Debates focus on management readiness, market implications, and potential consolidation by Merry and Victory United amid competing claims about Monarch and Gulfewaa interests and past production figures.
The Geraldton Roads Board and Geraldton Municipality submit requests for estimates and district requirements. Items include repairs to Eastern Road and Edward Road at £500 and £900 respectively, totaling £2,500 for the works. Also requested are funds for Chapman Road repairs, Greendinch fund, sandshift at Mahomes Flat, and a new police station.
A schoolgirl and a teacher discuss labor and capital in a playful exchange about Woods Great Peppermint Cure. The girl quips that capital is what a mother pays, framing labor and capital in a humorous, satirical light.
District livestock sale details list Dalyety yd Ci Limited as issuing market notes. The Pineelly Sale on the 12th offered 1207 sheep, pigs, cattle and horses with a broad mix of young stock and fattening animals. buyers from nearby districts attended. prices and lots reflect a cautious market with sheep largely young and woefully thin, while fat cattle and hogs showed limited demand.
The article reports on horse owners and trainers preparing for trials and the Northward move. It notes the Karrakata Plate and other events at the Wat, plus expectations around Tad Shown and Frayh Wootten, highlighting racing figures and horses like Mazarin and Cron Pontoon amid weather delays and upcoming Derby expectations.
At a May meeting in Geraldton the Midland line conference of mice clnlem Wong saw V D T C committee members meet legates but no applause or apologies followed. Host Mr Howe offered a feast yet delegates remained disappointed and silent. The Walkaway and Binienne clubs are urged to feel ashamed of their delegates.
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