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Newspaper
Geraldton Express
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Nov 05, 1913
Page
3
An account of the wedding held at Yuin Roof on October 9th appears on page 4. Also announced are a book sale at Howatharra and various community notices including sales of livestock, farm machinery, and a chaff wagon arrangement at Geraldton Railway yards.
The Geraldton district ALF meeting was chaired by Vice President Frank Vicktrmann with Mrs Butler from Perth welcomed. Delegates and union supporters gathered at Wallaby Pond for Sunday events tied to the Geraldton by election Fortnight campaign. A sub committee led by Wartick Vickerman Muskey will liaise with Mr Hermann on arrangements. Women’s ALF branch met with canvass reports and a Meltmann complimentary afternoon planned by the Oddfellows.
Personal notice states ALD Nae koh plans a trip to the South of Italy to escape West Australian heat. Health has been indifferent for some time. She will leave on Saturday the 8th. Nankon accompanies her husband.
A Western Australia discussion notes the Flats as a unique alluvial plain ringed by limestone hills. It highlights warm winters, year round dairy viability, and potential grain yields up to 40 bushels per acre with two tons of hay, arguing for improved cultivation, weed control, and irrigation to unlock the area’s future farming prominence.
Cablegrams report Albania’s frontier dispute with Italy drawing strong Albanian protests. French papers view Australasian action as lacking a European mandate and courtesy to Britain Russia and France. Greece questions Turkish delays on peace delegate decisions and demands a prompt reply.
A Teamster named Michael French, driving a camel team for Berringarra station, was found mortally injured on the road near Cue on the night of November 4. He died shortly after crying that he had been run over by the wagon. The passing wagon bore about 48 bales of wool.
Miss Sylvia Pankhurst spoke in Hackney about forming an armed defense for sutra soldiers, saying Captain Vane and other retired officers had agreed to command. She urged following Sir Edward Carson's example in Ulster.
Perth November 5 The Legislative Council debated a motion to appoint a select committee to investigate the circumstances surrounding the retirement of Captain Hare the former Commissioner of Police.
In Wellington on November 4 rioting broke out as waterside workers' strike efforts failed to progress. Revolvers were used, several injuries reported, including Arthur Dockery age 18 and George Duncan age 9, while police denied firing. Auckland reports shipping disruption and tramway strike looming with 700 special constables enrolled. Invasion of farm workers planned with arrivals expected from Waikaroa to assist handling produce.
London reports Mexico City asserting a Washington ultimatum to General Fuerta to realign the Urenhvatship and interfere with free presidential election. The note suggests war between the United States and Mexico is probable.
Washington reports the Army Department can deploy 500000 men in the field following Cat Fear's actions. The notice stresses readiness for immediate mobilization and reflects wartime discipline.
The British Association Party plans a visit to Australia next year. It will consist of 395 members with 150 to receive government grants.
In the ongoing billiards match Gray v Reece the current tally shows Reece leading with 3 344 points to Gray’s 1 009 across the available frames.
In Stockholm on November 4 Korny Wilding defeated Kieinschroth Si in the International tennis matches, scoring 44 11. The match highlights include Wilding’s strong play and victory securing another point for his team.
The Western Mail Agriculture Editor defends experts while criticising the Fruit Commissioner Moody and State officials. Merredin and Brunswick State Farm are cited with concerns that irrigation and timely sowing are needed. Boaddan sees a bright wheat future with Australia’s expected harvest rising to over 12 million bushels across New South Wales, Victoria, and Western Australia.
A brief schedule note states an arrival in London of To day. It begins at 8 o'clock and plans to land at Station at D o'clock, indicating a travel or transport item with unspecified details.
The election to fill the late member Joe Geraldton seat will be held on November 15. Polling hours are from nine to seven. Polling places include Geraldton Town Hall, Geraldton State School, White Peak, Narienlu, Greenough, and Devlin's residences. Salvation Army appeal netted £2,410 7d. Geraldton contributed £156, with £50 more than last year.
A garbled preview notes cricket return with Willow the Bat in strong form and records expected to fall as the season starts. It mentions Milkmaid Coffee as a stimulant for players while hinting at nerve steadiness.
Melbourne race day drew a record attendance despite cold showers and hail before the Cup. Polinatus, ridden by Mr. 1 Chambers, won as an outsider amid favored runners faltering. Posinatus led early, with Sea Prince and Below among the early contenders. Belove narrowly beat Beragoon for runner-up as the Cup time stood at 3.41. The Jockey Interview notes Shanahan credited the victory to a steady front run while Detagoon’s rider Nelachtam complained the pace was too slow for the favorite.
A correspondent urges merging the town electricity and gas businesses under one manager to reduce staff and expenses. He argues a larger, combined plant would lower power and gas prices, expand capacity, and improve profits, noting the need to increase capital and streamline operations.
Albert Loppell, noted Melbourne business figure, secured nearly £49.49 on the double AUEifeY and Posin alus. S. PL Maclay buys Radnor bought for a high price and is expected to enter Htutnor in the WA Derby.
In Perth on November 4 the inquiry into the racing ranking of Ejector and Flavigny at the Trent Walt meeting exposed irregularities. Some trainers and participants faced potential penalties as the judge flagged questionable sentences and conduct.
Victoria hosts about 27 cooperative societies with fifteen farmer societies, a Cooperative Credit Bank, and several stores led by the Civ Service Cooperative Society Melbourne and the long established Leongatha and District Cooperative Society. South Australia features the Adelaide Cooperative Society and Endupda Farmers' Cooperative Society among others, with unions forming committees to promote cooperative enterprises. Western Australia has eight cooperative stores, including the Collie Cooperative Store, praised for its management and dividends, though Geraldton’s venture failed due to inexperience.
In a letter dated December 24 from Greenough Rom on behalf of James Weston, the speaker urges inquiry into co operative stores. He cites manager Ruight and other practical men as models and argues debt fears have kept farmers from dealing with their own stores, calling for cooperation to improve wealth distribution, education, and economic strength.
A Liberal meeting at the Town Hall shows strong support for Mr Sam Elliott and Mr ELE Heitmane as Geraldton’s Liberal contenders. Speakers include imported orators Frank Wilson HM Celebateh and W Patrick, with campaign plans and further meetings announced for the week.
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