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Newspaper
Geraldton Express
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Nov 24, 1909
Page
3
Joseph Pascoe laments complaints about road surveying and parceling. He notes barley yields near 60 bushels per acre and criticizes selectors for exploiting land away from government reserves. He cites the Geraldton Lands Office and argues for fair allocation to Yuna area residents.
Warmer days boost attendance at Olympia Palace Garden as a new program titled Apart from the old Shs ter Angta is set to be presented. Featured acts include The Peach Basket Hut in Sweden The Met bas Legend of 81 Michael's Mouet Cardinal's Comepheep Holt Apteansegton's Bees and more with two nights only Melbourne shows. A medical update notes Mr Morrison remains ill with consumption, while Mrs Morrison's condition is described as 90 bad. Engineer A Whitbingham is appointed to the Cenektionerative Flour Mill project amid shifts in Geraldton’s industrial scene.
The Geraldton Express, issued thrice weekly, announced a twelve month free home delivery offer to any address in the Biase area upon payment in advance at 190 04.
In Supreme Court Mann and H Oliver face alleged libel claims against Geraldton Express Co Ltd over a Sept 28 article about the Victoria District Flour Mill meeting at Geraldton. Plaintiffs allege the defendants published defamatory comments to influence director elections and damage the company.
A garbled letter from Ratepayer influences the mayoral race, suggesting the public release will decide the contest. Ratepayer neither favors candidate but notes faults in Mr Urch’s administration and hints support for Mr Grimish.
In the House of Representatives Mr. Fuller moved that ie Hower approve the commissioner prepared divisions for Western Australia. Mr. Fraser presented electorate reports. Sir John Forrest opposed Fraser, urging a strong tribunal with final decision outside Parliament. The motion passed amid cries of gagging. Fuller and two others voted against.
The Minister of Defense J Sunk received a report on a Karrakatta cadet fatality. He ordered a thorough inquiry into the ammunition class used, the season, and whether an adult officer was present on the range.
A notorious convict identified as Win King attacked Warder Curtis at Peatridge jail on the 10th. Curtis was wounded and King is to be charged with attempted murder. King remains in restraints, while Warder Quirk aiding Curtis suffered injuries from the assault.
A boating accident on the Yatra at Kewast last night left 19 year old Scott dead. Companion Levtle Phillips, 18, was with Miss Scout when the craft overturned. Phillips, a weak swimmer, briefly helped Miss Scout before sinking as the boat swung and sank.
Public service commission heard telegraphists grievances as shorter hours and better remuneration and promotion prospects were discussed. On January 1 this year 1,259 Telegraphists observed Union rates and issues across the state.
REPORTS from Sydney Melbourne and regional centers describe growing unrest among miners and proprietors over pay hours and union strategy. Delegates prepare to travel to Western Australia while a Tasmanian campaign is organized. In New South Wales miners at Bulli and the South Coast threaten action if a settlement is not reached, and proprietors’ defense groups note rising dissension. A Wellingside meeting signals dissatisfaction with headquarters management in Lyndey.
Telegrams indicate the Miners Federation and allied groups through the Young Wallverld and Abbey Mammines coordinated actions. Rumors claim members possess advance knowledge of Wee Liv pending strike and that the Ehbtu Alin and Yohng Wallsend mines may resume work only with external approval.
Found dead in Sydney on Tuesday, A. Thomas, manager of the Bank of New South Wales at Casino, was discovered with a fatal pistol wound in the temple. Gill, the servant, found the body on the floor. Thomas leaves a widow and had appeared in improved health prior to his death.
The Turf from Perth lists scratchings including Potosi Philippic Rarakatta Plate with Muea Star Bar ville Exposition among the declared runners for the day.
Perth Parliament on Wednesday saw no new bills introduced as committees debated amendments to the Land Act and Electoral Act while adjournments allowed for committee work. A division approved a motion and the North Perth Tramways bill progressed toward the Council amid discussions on works and road grants.
In a turbulent session the Legislative Council debated the Metropolitan Water supply Sewerage and Drainage Bill. Committees considered re commitment for survivorship and the admissibility of qualified legal practitioners while opposition warned of delaying the bill becoming law.
Voter turnout appears unsettled with no clear public interest as candidates for mayor face debate. Canvassers patrol streets while traffic and parliamentary routes are noted. A stray rabbit sighting near a commonage raises curiosity amid dull results expected from the evening. Moderate turnout and limited public engagement characterize the scene as fixes on local governance continue.
At Sum as, the rifle shooting club held its annual meeting despite unsettled weather. President Mr Y, vice president Sewell, and secretaries Mayk and Creant were elected unopposed. The club mourns the loss of founder and secretary Mr Tawer who transfers to Walkaway Wildl within a week.
The notice announces open selection for rural land locations north of Northampton under The Late Act 1898 Part V and VI. It lists acre requirements, schedules of price per acre, and details on Agricultural Bank advances to approved applicants to be announced later.
A garbled report discusses Mr. Walton address to state school teachers and the debate over dialect, language, and instruction. It highlights the struggle between traditional speech and modern aims in education, noting rural teachers and inspector counsel amid muddled prose.
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