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Newspaper
Geraldton Express
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Oct 02, 1912
Page
4
A fragmented reminiscence fragment from Carrickdhu recalling a haunted night by a silver moon and a graveyard dawn. Names like Micky Morschy and various locals appear in a ghostly narrative about love, loss, and distant memories tied to Parrighdut and Varrickdhu.
A testimonial from a patient in Zurich describes long attacking bilious symptoms with vomiting and weakness. After trying remedies without relief, he began taking Bear’s Pills, which allegedly alleviated the distress, restored appetite, and improved health. He credits the treatment with ending frequent headaches and reviving strength. He endorses Hilo Beans and recommends their regular use.
The piece contrasts Protestant domination in Belfast with Catholic majority Dublin, detailing past and present offices held by Protestants and Catholics. It cites mayoral and council restrictions in Belfast, while listing numerous well paid Catholic positions in Dublin, highlighting sectarian imbalance in public life.
A historical report summarizes Professor Lowrie's address on wheat cultivation. It highlights fallowing, early soil moisture capture through shallow ploughing, and the benefits of rain penetration, with notes on fertilizer use and the role of clover as a nitrogen source for improving soil fertility.
The article analyzes crop prospects amid adverse weather and pest pressures. It notes diminishing yields, variable rainfall, and the impact of poor growing conditions on planted crops. Experts discuss potential improvements and the influence of soil quality on final harvest outcomes.
An advertisement touts Doan's Backache Kidney Pills as a cure for chronic back pain and kidney issues. A Northampton landlord testifies to relief, claiming lasting improvement and revived energy after using the remedy. A six year later note confirms continued benefit and recommends others seek the treatment. Manufactured by Foster McClellan Co., Perth, price 2/3 per box.
The notice lists daily and weekly mail deadlines and pickup times for numerous stations across Western Australia. Routes include Geraldton post office area, Fremantle, Perth, Midland, Narrogin, Coorow, Meekatharra, Northampton, Moongoonooka, Koosetina, Tibradden, and many others with specific 5am to 10pm windows and weekday variations. Private bags and station drops are noted, with special timings for Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays.
A fragmented report details farmers in the district enduring railway delays and weather challenges that threaten harvests. Local readers note protests against traveling agents and debates over farm policy and price support, with calls for improved transportation and market access.
The first wedding at Angli can Church in Yalgoo occurred on the 25th. Mr Ho A Richards of the Railway Department and eldest son of HOS Richards of Pindar wed Miss Lilian King, daughter of Mrs. King of Yalgoo. Rev A J Wilkins conducted the ceremony. The bridesmaids included Miss A King and Mills C Richards, with Miss M Williamson as train bearer. A reception followed at the King residence and a dance was held at the Miners Institute. The couple received many presents and best wishes for a happy life. The report notes social details and mentions a later event: the death of Montage Cros at Minawarra station and a funeral at Hope, with heavy rain during the day.
A gyroplane crash at a field in Here Ward kills a man named Liewongan and injures his wife. A separate note from London reports Britain’s medical scheme for tuberculosis and epidemiology, plus stalled meat import concessions. In Turkey and Bulgaria tensions rise over Macedonia autonomy as forces mobilize. A clash during Ulster Day celebrations in Aly ends with police using bayonets after hours of stone throwing and assaults, with multiple injuries.
Hobart council discusses rejection Tas weekly Assembly bill to acquire tramways for £210,000. Other items include a Sydney confession of a failed engagement, a Labour Federation referendum call on Defence Act clauses, and state revenue figures for September and the September quarter with declines and comparisons to last year.
A Perth report states the Applechairs wireless station was taken over by federal authorities at noon yesterday and opened fire on the reception and transmission of public radio telegrams. Continuous service will be maintained. Jobe McWhirter, aged 53, a former partner, has reportedly committed a crime after recently taking over Clarke Co.’s business in MTbaby.
A resolution condemns delays in the amending arbitration process and criticizes legislative action. State revenue for September shows receipts totaling £347,811 with expenditures at £305,869 and a month end balance of £35,942, while accumulative deficit rises to £311,184. Revenue for three expired months totals £985,027 with expenditures at £985,027.
Geraldton rifle shooters excel in nine contests against AbLT opponents, scoring consistently high. Top marksmen include O. W. Smay and G. T. Rowe, with Geraldton totals and averages listed. club praised for year two progress and planned move to new range near Herbdtan.
Mr Hl Mackenzie reports a week with a medium supply of fruit and vegetables and generally firmer prices except for poultry and potatoes. Prices realised include Shipley prime 9/6 to 14/5, oranges 5 to 6 per case, tomatoes 39 to 4 per case, peas 2d to 3d per lb, French beans 3 3/4d, broad beans 3 1/2d, new potatoes 1s per cwt, carrots 3/1 to 2/6 per dozen, urnip 1s 1/0 to 4/4, swede turnips 1s per dozen, bulk 10s per cwt, golden fay greens 3/6 per cwt, cabbage 1d to 1/6, vegetable marrow 5s to 5/8 per dozen, lettuce 1s to 2s per dozen, eggs 1s to 1s 3d per dozen, poultry fowl 5/6 to 6/6. Winter crops are over and growers are told to forward full consignments. Imported stock rants were disposed of on account of Sir Edward Wittenoom. Prices realised ranged from 5 to guineas.
A satisfactory settlement ends the recent strike on the Wongan Hills Mullewa railway. The Minister for Works refused wage increases but allowed stores to be drawn from Mullewa, reducing store costs and easing tensions. Union officials remained in talks to finalize terms for ongoing work and future conditions.
Fragmented old proverb note with altered phrasing and garbled OCR mentions verification by com valting FC and a tower reference with unclear date. Contains no clear people, places, organizations, or events readable enough to anchor a full news item.
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