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Newspaper

Geraldton Express

Location

Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia

Date

May 31, 1912

Page

3

Geraldton Chamber and Veterinary Board Updates

The Geraldton Chamber of Commerce to press for faster service from the Eastern Murray line and to secure reliable regular through service to Fremantle. The Veterinary Board held its first meeting under the Veterinary Act with Th. Weir elected treasurer and a committee to draft regulations, aiming to register veterinary surgeons and process registrations swiftly in July. Public sentiment advocates stricter rules to bar unqualified practitioners.

Geraldion Chamber Cowmerce Fremantle Geraldton Veterinary Board Veterimary Board Tm Perth Tver Tock Th. Weir Shalimmn Ane Movwrie Sout Robson Pernoni Denira Veterinary Surgeons of Mineem Vere Eocent Headden Tance Wieshop Galfom Gronike Lcensed Victualiere TVA Cafferty Advertinie Tor Hire Pupiicularn Volun

Warwickshire top as 1911 county champions rise

Fragmented cricket report notes Warwickshire posting nine wickets and 296 runs in a county championship match against South Africa or a related side. Mentions Springbok touring party and West captains, with unclear player names and outcomes due to garbled OCR.

Warwickshire Charlemwarth Runife

Australian cricketers praised for win over South Africa at Manchester

Paris and London press hail the Australians after a clear victory at Manchester. The Guardian lauds team cohesion and superb fielding, noting experts understand each other well and praising the recent success as reviving cricket’s popularity.

London Jean Feaes Manchester Journaly Publh Guardian Rd Staten A Guardian

Transport workers strike grows at docks in London

London dispatch reports dock transport workers' strike intensifying. Yesterday a substantial flow of cargo was moved to the river, while five vessels with 400,000 cases of Australian and New Zealand goods wait at the docks as tensions rise.

Ghowing Gore Seblots Mey Vancoes London Swrith- Geld Ostralien New Zealand

Welsh Disestablishment Speech Sparks Debate in UK Parliament

In a May 20 address Chancellor Lloyd George urged disestablishment of the Welsh Church. He argued endowments are funded by the poor and should not belong to church lands. He warned about city crowding and called for democratic hope, criticizing accusations of robbing God and noting a 10,008 strong Catholic presence.

Lostion Swammem Vonterday Lloyd George Great Britain Ceara Uaid

Titanic Disaster Sparks Press Clash Over Inquiry

London May 29 report notes heated parliamentary debate over responsibility for the sinking. British press critique the Board of Trade and the inquiry report as flawed or evasive while urging focus on buoyage, burial sites, and ship safety measures raised by various outlets including The New York Globe.

London British Board of Trade Way Lando New York Globe

Roosevelt Wins New Jersey Primary Vote in 1904

Roosevelt defeats Taft by about 15 000 votes in New Jersey primary. Roosevelt secures native delegation, while Wheeler and Williams triumph for the Democratic side.

Roosevelt Jersey Theodore Roosevelt Taft Werner Willum

World sailing championship prospects in London

The World's Championship held in London May 20 sees Artist and Barry in strong form. Reports note the New South Wales crew showing depth and the Canadian crew likely to be competitive.

London Barry

King’s Hall Empire Potter Program Finale Staged

The current programme at King's Hall Empire Potter will be shown for the last time with a change expected to mirror Saturday night. The star subject The Lion's Herety is touted as a standout, amid a program that includes world biograph markets and Perth materials. Management has completed plans for several extraordinary attractions to appear soon.

Perth

South Australian Procas… Road to Transcontinental Railway

A Melbourne report notes the Australian Commonwealth and state authorities debating railway construction. South Australia lags behind Western Australia in readiness and funding while officials express concern and anticipate ongoing discussions. A minister plans to Adelaide, with further contact expected if replies are delayed.

Melbourne Ome Worl Iasiig South Australia Yor Homa Msira Robeeta Ieft Adglaide Air

Federated Licensed Vietcallecs Conference Debates Ownership

Adelaide May 31 reports show the Federated Licensed Vietcallecs Conference addressing key issues for the trade. A central motion protests state or municipal ownership of hotels as a business concern, with opposition to current age item and state ownership vigorously opposed.

Adelaide

Mining In Northern Territory Inspection Report

Melbourne May 80. A report from Mr Matthews Chief Inspector of Mines in South Australia notes a recent inspection at the chiming centre in the Northern Territory. The report discusses mining activity in region and assessment of conditions observed.

Melbourne Thomas Matthews South Australia Northern Territory

Fremantine Chamber Opposes Government Shipping Action

The Fremantin' Chamber of Commerce carried a resolution protesting government action entering into competition with private shipping enterprises. The filing references State Shipping Enterprise and PERT dated May 31.

PERT Fremantin’ Chamber of Commerce Acton Joh Privan Shipping Enterprine

Social Notes on Empire Day Dressmaking Class

Report on a dressmaking class directed by Miss Tebbutts held during Empire Day. Pupils practiced by measurement using a Com. paw Dress Chart under teacher guidance, with focus on accuracy, fittings, and the latest fabrics. The note mentions instructors Mr Lassack and Mr Laikin, and reflects on young students’ education, attire, and school activities.

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Home remedy promises hair regrowth and color restoration

A period advertisement touts a scalp treatment claiming to stop hair loss and restore original color, using a blend including French Fleur Perfume and menthol, marketed as harmless and easily prepared for chemists. It also promotes Burnet's Penezy Jellies and lists other products and a patent medicine tone from Weyde’s Great Reperaiation Core.

Nave Physiciman

Pink Pills Sold for Neuralgia Cure Featured in Claim

An elderly testimonial column touts Dr Williams Pink Pills as a blood building remedy for neuralgia. Mrs Forepharten of Marrickville recounts sleepless nights, facial neuralgia, and weakness improving after using the pills, with additional praise from Mrs Burtensbee of Ivy Dell, Ensx-strédt.

Alors Willems Uigh Lille Min Burtensbee Ivy Dell Maid Mable

Perth residents petition on Licensing Act proposals

Citizens in Perth submit a detailed list to the attorney general urging changes to the Licensing Act. They call for a local option poll, retention of the majority principle, hotel alcohol service rules, Sunday and Friday trading limits, and restrictions on youth access to liquor.

Perth Victualzers Thettormeydheneral Mt Hoceta England IBM jAleesmen

Junior and Senior Football Teams Named for Rovers Match

The Junior Rovers and seniors lists name players selected to represent the clubs at the Railways clash. Junior selections include Thompson Crayford Maley Withers Anna Heowaie Creeper Nelly Wood Togan and others. Senior picks feature Holmes Heater Ty Kelly Gille Minemard Maynard Sman M Thowam Miran Stokes Faith Be Conlon Ward Brede Sedigman Unrrinon and more.

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Welfe's Bednappe and the Champagne Mystery

A garbled OCR snippet hints at a local wine or spirits story involving champagne and an event described with unclear terms. The readable parts reference names related to wines and a possible ordinance or delivery note, but specifics are missing to form a coherent report.

Geraldton Council Struggles Over Salaries and Works

The Geraldton Municipal Council session drew a large turnout as debates focused on salaries for the town clerk and manager of the gas works, allocations to maintenance and depreciation, and the balance sheet. Auditors praised accounts but urged stronger oversight, while engineers warned of road and water supply defects and urged urgent maintenance to avoid traffic disruption.

Ersainton Westnorlay Bal Puller Varlougher Mir Joncerall Maco Ar. Carson Cywn Clerk Halanes Leport Repor Bosra Tia UF & Cial Neyrogwtw Municipal von Witta Parker Bie Counell Wa Err Xan

Bank official appointed to Kalgoorlie branch leaves Craton

Mr FR Bett departs Craton to assume duties as manager of the Kalgoorlie branch of the Bank of New South Wales. Mr B Dooley to oversee Geraldton Municipal Power. Miss AM O’Mara, second daughter of Mr and Mrs Win O’Mara of Adelette Terrace Perth, to Mr W D Lements, accountant at Bank of New South Wales Geraldton. The Right Rev James Francis Corbett PD, Roman Catholic Bishop of Sale, dies aged TR years after a failed operation. he served as chief consecrator to Bishop Kelly. He was noted for his piety and discipline. a prominent authority in liturgy and canon law.

Lamb FA Stegall Man Ague Maintenandt Currie Warker eieKexton Cr Smith Farlure Wr Parker Woliibere Gardner Ant Martfytt FR. Bett Bank of New South Wales Craton B. Dooley Geraldton O'Mare Win. O'Mara Adeletde ‘Terrace Perth Lements Bank of New Noth Wales Erwidton Francis Corbett Althouet Kelly Gere Alnon

Farming in Dry Areas and Moisture Conservation

The Border Times discusses farming in arid zones, noting six inches of rainfall in the growing season often failing to produce good yields. It emphasizes moisture conservation through fallow practices and tillage, cites low rainfall impacts from May to November, and cites local measurements and historic weather patterns as affecting wheat and crop outcomes.

Border Times Hinuarao Xny S.A Pimuaroa Whatteraye Pes Sisantronary Pobmunry Yuen Molisinis Jualicde Cook Mallen Mont Seritpo Bert Pol Hogeter Tesson

Western sleepers contract sparks transport resistance

A fragmented report describes Transcontinentat Sleepers under a 130K order by Western Australia. It notes involvement of Hermes De Latmie and Needhan and hints at political opposition to government enterprise. The piece questions project viability and mentions timing and sharing of profits.

Thors Wevlern Awmiralle Wewlern Sualiannn Hermes de Latmie Needhan Karl Vuelta de Largin

Fragmentary notice on new remedy and event in Geraldion

Fragmentary OCR notes mention Engelbrecht opening a large settlement in Geraldion and a claim about a Woods Great Peppermit Cure. The text is garbled with misspellings and brackets, but implies an upcoming event or sale and a medicinal product claim tied to coughing issues. Local names appear tentative and uncertain.

Fragmented meeting notes reveal repair setbacks and upcoming public event

A garbled account shows a meeting discussing repairs and delays. A chairperson is thanked while a public demonstration of rolling heavy machinery is planned. The railway line completion is noted with hopes for extended service and a Friday finish.

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