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Newspaper
Geraldton Express
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Oct 03, 1906
Page
3
Fragmented letter discusses association capabilities and individuals such as Mr 8 TE Tupp and Mr S 11 Tay. It references district politics, resignations, outsider status, and plans to support an organization while noting old settlers and potential changes in leadership.
The article reports widespread harvest disruption in the Ottapaton area as weather and transport issues hamper grain movement. Rail and road lines are strained, prompting government surveys and urgent steps to protect markets, with a September 29 note signaling continued activity and plans.
A well attended Arrina meeting discussed postal arrangements for Arrina and district matters. Delegates proposed minutes be recorded, urged government action for a new post office, and protested Durack laws for copper mine pricing. A motion created an Arrina Farmers Association and plans for a future meeting were set.
A dated letter discusses hospital procedures and patient support, noting the need for transparent accounting and a general revenue event. It references a Guild member’s role, a request to carry funds, and provisions for patients needing assistance while urging careful handling of hospital resources.
Readable items include a large assortment of secondhand goods in good order. Household pieces and a variety of items are available at Morrison's in Geraldton.
Fragmentary text appears as garbled OCR from a historical page, mentioning Hopton wall and various names and places. Due to damage, no coherent event or notices can be determined beyond scattered references to individuals and locations.
An old ad proclaims a patent remedy by J. A. Chapman of Mario Terrace Geraldton claiming relief from stomach liver and bowels ailments. The text references various symptoms and calls for the product as a universal cure with medical tone of the era.
In the district, NARTA TAMA LEAD MINES and RICH NE AN MENTS advance operations at Fremantur Smelting Works. Investors probe 40 acre freehold lands, uncovering rich lead deposits and promising ore. Mr. Shepherd and partners plan shafts and levels, expecting significant ore yields and eventual smelting value.
Mr Sutherlamt trey compliments a demonstration of the seal of the lode. He begins to study where the lode line would strike the Sundlitu Courbsany adjacent property and where the trial shaft of the new worklogs would be situated.
A Company of the WATT conducts field based annual course Lod Meld training for citizen soldiers. Patrols report reconnaissance tasks along roads and railways, assessing terrain, bridges, and embankments for rapid troop movement. The WA Infantry Regiment and Western Australian forces prepare to camp at Nokan from Saturday the 20th to Monday the 22nd, with train movements from Geraldton.
Tramton Tassay and Richard Nell condemn the Cran Ungm pailway crash. Tahor member for Terhy warns against the emytuyuenk of jwemlaen apprentices, urging tighter controls as trains exit the line.
London reports the opening of the first section of the Pokin Kal yan railway with plans to reach Keakilty. project would connect Peking to London within twelve days via Saint Petersburg and Siberia. The Russian prime minister and Moscow governor were sentenced to death in a separate report on ter rorist actions.
The Crawley steamship landed at Direhan with 1500 poodles and ten ported for employment on the Flam miner. This marks the initial batch of codes deemed impossible to import under the current ordinance.
London reports say the French President condemned Vatican interference in church affairs. The president accused the Vatican of seeking obedience while opposing the French Republic, drawing sharp rebuke from church and state figures alike.
The piece notes lively local entertainments including concerts dances fairs and shows expected to continue. It mentions the Belle Crane Company of Bollrigera billed to perform and reports on the Geraldton City Band and a recent meeting of ratepayers on the 15th.
Investigations show the New Zealand steamer Whatkone ruptured Monday near Popiar Necks causing damage and delaying operations. The vessel is expected to be towed to New Zealand by month’s end for repairs and return.
In an odd phrasing, a group named Talioon Race Sixtennalloane begins from Paris on Sunday to contest the Homton Bennett Erp as participants travel through Ragland with ballots noted.
A figure named Mr A Carnagh, described as a well-known American, announces plans to distribute CRAN.AAN sterling during his time for humanity. Scottish political bodies warn that charity, service, and ministerial support will be excluded from any new taxes or benefits in their proposals.
A fragmented report describes a woman reconsidering discussing with her father about a prior marriage. She suspects a potential partner and distances from Mrs. White. The alimony discussion appears unsettled amid a costly consolation offer.
Fragmentary note touts Bonnington's Moss as beneficial for youth and old age with tantalizing claims. The text is unclear about ingredients or efficacy and mentions unrelated terms and garbled phrasing.
A damaged OCR note references a missing person and unidentified remains with vague details. It mentions names and places in a fragmented way, suggesting an ongoing search or verification by authorities. No clear dates or locations are readable.
Police report a man named Ho Grol allegedly murdered at Norton’s House Randwick Spyowber 1002 during a drunken quarrel. The suspect Norton is named in the accusation and the case is under investigation with undisclosed motive and specifics.
A wall collapse during demolition at the corner of High and Packenham streets buries two men, Thomas Varaves and Arthur Trolles, under debris. One man was rescued after seven minutes, the other after fifteen. both were taken to hospital with injuries and are reported progressing favorably.
In Perth on Tuesday and Wednesday, trade agitation persists as miners and organizers discuss government actions. A meeting led by Mr. Gregory and other officials sought to address claims over the Amber Front dispute and potential appeal to the Crown, amid calls for a firm govt response.
Parliament and Legislative Council in Perth discuss continuing the second reading of the Land Tax Assessment Bill. The motion to proceed was carried by a large majority while the debate was adjourned for a week. Consideration of the Eystones Till is postponed pending guidance from the Colonial Secretary.
legislature debates Hank policy amid petition from Tog Anflueniee linked to Nathin district. Premier Ui Une visited Witton Khoulki to avoid political influence. Mr Taylor challenges Mr Stain over Henris Tatward and a proposal for a Select Committee of Inquiry.
The inquiry into banking management found firm stance against large advances after repeated refusals. A property owner sought 200 pounds, was cut to ten, then offered 15 after nine months. funds were returned. Debates delayed town matters and tax act amendments noted.
The Mintei pal Council met on Monday with Mayor F Te Avmepiane and members including Wand Tomei Montog Tames Tennet and others. They approved payments of £120 8d, discussed tender details for the park works, and considered a referendum on rates to fund Geraldion town improvements with a public vote set for October 22.
Public works discuss gas plug installation at Queen's Park and nearby areas due to water scarcity. Plans include placing a bell mower wing near the Police Station and minor valuation changes. A municipal wall revision vote is set for Friday October 12 to review rates and assess needs.
An advertisement touts Dean’s Backache Kidney Pills as a remedy for backache headaches neuralgia and urinary issues including gravel and disordered kidneys. It cites Mrs Sutter as a user and offers six boxes for 15s 8d via Foe ster McClellan Co Mac Murrapstrent and others.
Shareholders met after preliminary talks to present articles of association and appoint officers. Arrangements for boring to locate coal were set, with optimistic judgments on a favorable attempt to find Twin coal and the best sample yet found in Australia awaiting verification.
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