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Newspaper
Geraldton Express
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Oct 05, 1910
Page
3
A long reminiscence extols S M and his ties with governors, miners, and the Pirates Club, recalling past cricket, football, and local figures in the Victoria District. It reflects on public letters, truth, and anonymity, urging fair comment and caution against false or sensational allegations.
Recapped notes from Mullewa describe a wet harvest scene with crops ahead of other districts. Observations mention high yields from wool and wheat crops, and a rapidly cleared track for a Wongan Hills railway route. Local concerns touch on a tea camp, health board inquiries, and the need for local industry support.
Metrin Dalgety and Company Ltd report their weekly sale at Dalgety Street Premuntie on 30 September. Market notes anticipate a strong season with rising prices in Australia. home and continental markets show firm tendencies. Sheep, wool, tallow, kangaroo skins and poogrin skins feature, with strong competition and steady clearances at seasonally firm levels.
A scrambled report mentions Mac's Dog and a canine named Tiger amid chatter of a bubonic plague scare. Authorities probe an alleged fourfooted companion linked to a town incident as speculation runs high over a missing sound and unclear events.
An odd chase unfolds as a search party seeks a campanologist and a rodent. A canine hero tackles the rodent after a tiger is wounded, ending with the rodent defeated on the slope. A second dog is rumored nearby in Geraldton as the scene closes.
Wilkes Smith, injured in the Richmond railway disaster on July 18, has died. Summonses issued against Alex McDonald and John Melville, tram driver, for alleged breaches of department regulations. Prosecutions to commence under Section 31 of the Crimes Act.
A verdict of not guilty was returned for Mrs McCluskey in the Bendigo case amid a tense court scene. The trial centered on charges that drew wide public attention and featured testimony from key witnesses.
Camellia McCluskey faced Bendigo Supreme Court on Tuesday charged with murdering her three infant children at Bendigo on August 1st. She pleaded not guilty. After about an hour, the jury found not guilty by reason of insanity, and Justice a Becket refused to remand her in Gaol pending the Governor General's pleasure.
Western Australia faces delays in Old Age Pensions claims with several district cases waiting months. Letters from citizens show lost communications, late actions, and refusals while ministers promise review. A Senator cites Prime Minister replies demanding a fair, implemented result for deserving claimants.
Details emerge on a tragedy at Woalamai with three victims, Marc Daly age 70, his son Blake Daly age 20, and Irene Daly, 1, found in a blood pool after a gun and knife incident. Mrs Charvell witnessed the aftermath at the homestead and alerted authorities. Further investigation notes the gun was near the son and the killer was Blake Daly.
Wighee stated that the bill for the construction of the Trans Australian airway to Western Australia would be brought in next version.
A Friday report criticizes train arrangements for the Chapman railway opening. It notes insufficient facilities for Perth and Geraldton visitors and proposes a revised schedule to handle crowds, with a plan to run trains from early morning to evening and ensure orderly service.
Alfred William Simpson testified in Sydney that he stole to feed his wife. The court, noting the appeal showed remorse, proceeded to sentence him after considering the penitence expressed by the accused and his prayer for divine guidance in the judgment.
Mr Nanson reports a special train arranged to depart Lee terminus Saturday evening at 6 o clock for visitors. Tickets cost 10 shillings per head. Preparations for 180 people include provender, hampers, and tea provisions. A sports committee and children's program are detailed with ministers expected after the event.
Adelaide telegram recounts a terse, fragmented notice from Tuesday describing Arthur Hines as involved in a sordid case. The brief text hints at a death sentence and a disclosed tale, but lacks clear details, dates, or outcomes beyond the implied severity of the punishment.
The Wilson government in Perth signals major policy push with seven bills and eight to follow including Redistribution of Seats and Constitution amendments. Opposition vows no confidence as ministers announce railway, university, tax and other measures while plans for seat redrawing and Perth works loom.
In a tense session Mr Holman argued that Mr Brown had accepted a petition as assesor for the Crown in an arbitration matter. The Speaker said he would consult Crown Law authorities and disclose a decision later.
A reader urges Geraldton to become a premier WA resort by reclaiming the foreshore. The letter proposes a 250 foot frontage and argues the town’s beauty and potential would attract council support and public favor.
A letter from M Rosenwax dated September 30 urges council action to reclaim and extend frontage facing the esplanade at Geraldton. He argues cutting frontages by hundreds of feet would create a health resort with a promenade and cheap excursions, challenging coastal towns and boosting tourism.
The funeral for Bert Ingleton, who died on Sunday after a brief illness, drew a large turnout despite short notice. Floral tributes came from Mrs and Mr Woolhouse and many extended family members, including the Ingleton and Clarke families, friends, colleagues, and railway employees, signaling widespread community regard.
The Victorian Australian Natives Association chief president Mr Wilcox honors Geraldton with a municipal reception in the Mayor's Parlour. He praises Western Australia, notes clan unity, and highlights ANA aims in nation-building and Australian manufacture. He mentions prospects for NSW and Victoria links and the visit ends with a tender call for a bungalow revetment project.
A fragmented reminiscence describes rural shows with hardy workers and familiar families. It evokes farm life, hayseeds, ploughmen, tents and wrens, praising the hardy, rustic crowd and the shared welcome at the gathering. The piece blends nostalgia with vivid images of maps, tracks, and community pride.
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