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Newspaper
Geraldton Express
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Oct 06, 1909
Page
3
The readable passage describes disrupted plans, community issues, and social observations within a city setting. It mentions a summit, local figures, and curious statistics about households, but many proper names and specifics are garbled, leaving a fragmented summary of events and public concerns.
The Garricks Gerroightn review celebrates the Carrick duo and supporting artists at a Geraldton Town Hall concert. It lauds Miss Carrick and Miss Huby Carrick for refined singing and cornet work, Leonard Corrie on piano, and Ernest Thiey as a strong comedian. The piece notes the audience’s warmth, elaborate costumes, and the upcoming return engagement in Geraldton after the Murchison tour.
A Melbourne deputation of Labor officials met Sir John Quick to discuss a mail train amnesty plan. The aim was to ease the dispatch of letters via steamers by allowing both inbound and outbound mail trains to carry despatches, with Quick promising consideration.
A special meeting of government supporters is to be held Thursday morning to discuss financial matters. Ministers are not expected to participate heavily in the debates. It is likely several amendments will be moved in committee and speeches in support will be brief.
A letter from the us Brigade proposes including brigade events in Geraldton Christmas plans. The sender notes limited response earlier and requests assistance to promote a larger scale program with support from Day Dawn, Manis Teall, Mockehare, Paulitine and local committees.
A reader letter condemns recurring uncomplimentary tirades in the Mullewa Wires column. The writer demands publication of any further hostile pieces only with full signature and address, accusing certain contributors of misrepresentation and urging restraint.
A Monday Wednesday Friday free distribution named Geraldon Engress is published for twelve months to any State address on receipt of P2404 in advance. The item notes the schedule and prepaid rate, highlighting its statewide free-delivery promise.
Telegrams record that Janes Windebank Barker received a lengthy prison sentence of seven years in connection with a wide range of frauds. Jim Prine is noted in the Telegrams as part of the case.
Tense talks between Kurrawang Wool Company camp representatives and workers continued after a clash over leadership. The men demanded dismissal of camp boss Len Flan, but company manager Leslie refused. No final agreement reached as representatives planned to report back after today’s discussions. The wage dispute remains unresolved amid mounting strain on operations and possible future actions.
Henry Dean consulting engineer of Cambionwealth held talks with Thomson chief engineer of WA about the proposed Trans Aus tration railway route in Western Australia. A report detailing the survey results is expected for the Minister for Time Affairs, Mr Fuller, by the end of the week.
Perth reports a teenager named Alice Burgoyne aged 17 caused a wrist self injury and set fire to her clothing at Kelmscott yesterday afternoon. She was rushed to the hospital in severe distress and died last night after suffering greatly. The incident is described as a ghastly self-inflicted death resulting from her actions.
The Legislative Council adjourned after a road reading of the Public Education Endowment. The District Fire Brigades Bill passed committee stage. Vaccination, municipal, education act amendments faced delays and votes, with debate on vaccination sparking opposition and a postponed clause.
Martha Rendall faces a dramatic Parliament session as judges debate her murder trial and possible execution. The article recounts witness testimony, Rendall’s statement of innocence, and the decision to commute her sentence while others await legal outcomes. The piece details public notice of the proceedings and reactions from officials and the media.
Report from Perth states Mrs Rendell was hanged this afternoon. The Rev Allen, who spoke after the execution, said he had forwarded a report to the school. Rendell insisted on her innocence when questioned and claimed she did not attempt to tell on the gallows. A witness said she had something fresh to say just before the end.
Melbourne betting heats up as CIP prices ripple through turf markets. Stakes and odds shift with a mix of speculative chatter and official postings, while punters weigh Prince Puote and 12 Let Post Tow against local favorites.
Mr T J Brown secretary of the Sheqeets Catch returns from the South West Windoro with notes on unions and the forthcoming federal elections. He spoke at meetings in Hrooma North Medland and award Derby about federation work and pastoral matters with a focus on policy, race relations, and regional developments.
The Legislative Assembly debated Mrs Rendall's case with an appeal to commute the death sentence to life imprisonment. The Attorney General stated the executive council had already decided on the matter after exhaustive consideration. The session then turned to bills on Metropolitan Water Supply and Drainage and related railway matters as the house adjourned.
The students of Se ndation College, including Eugenie Syl Myra Lanskey and Rosa Downes, all passed the recent examination. Appreciation is given to both the pupils and their teachers for the high marks and success shown in the assessments.
A rough OCR note reports 3200 sheep from Mtr Rush's Chitan Downy station moving through Mullewa to Drover Phowtug. Mentions Hesitoed Gorwale with Mingenew and a private cep at Tullowing Clove in Lon ing's Leak. Ends with a vague reference to an area Ten Walliteck and Mee Chapels.
The text records fragmentary remarks from Askell Umerously about feelings and a reply thanking, with Lewthley Alikn noting varying opinions on truth and deeds. It references ancient proverbs and telegrams, ending with a booster line for Wake A Fortune and adverts urging right goods and right ads in The Express.
Bazaar event starting Tuesday October 12 continues through the following days with performances by Res. Raymond Ger and Tusadlay in the afternoon at 30 dollars. Includes lots of items and free admission. Handbail details available.
A stray promotional block extols Bile Beans as a cure all for stomach and liver troubles with claims of universal usefulness. It markets the product as safe for ages and asserts wide availability through storekeepers and chemists, noting purported benefits and price within reach for households.
A long, dense report describes a community gathering at Walkaway Public Hall to raise funds for debt on the Wall. It notes a large crowd expected, hospitality, and various local figures involved. Weather and market chatter pepper the piece with scattered names and events.
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