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Newspaper
Geraldton Express
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Oct 12, 1908
Page
3
Reports state Mr Hi Houston who was laid up in Geraldton with a fractured jaw for a fortnight is recovering. A tube was used to drain the abscess, sparing a more serious operation. Remarks note a delicate recovery and plans for later rest before resuming duties. Funeral details are given for Mr Fatler’s daughter Heyl amid recent illness.
Geraldton firm Messrs Trigg Bros expand with costly refrigeration machinery to supply ice and meat, fish, and tea storage. The plant uses a generator, scrubber, ammonia cycle and water spraying to chill. water access in Geraldton limits supply and pricing aims to undercut Perth rivals.
Geraldton shoppers will attend Wednesday and Thursday events as Grand Champions vie for silver trophies. Prize winners will be announced in colored classes with notable entries including poultry and horses. A new committee room is completed and updates on livestock shows indicate improving participation versus last year.
Early advert claims Chamberlains Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy prevents trouble with careful usage. Promotes clear blood through toning effects and a clean complexion. Sold by all chemists and storekeepers. Also touts pimples eruptions ulcers as cures by blood purification.
A fragment indicates a longtime item or product, described as a lifetime Botrimgton Irish Mow with about 45 years of use and ongoing prominence in the premier remedy field, though the text is garbled and lacks full context. The brief note suggests persistence of the item in its category.
Kalgoorlie council discusses promoting a testimonial to Henry Cranary, late member for the Moniek electorate, amid moves to gain support from Menzick and the Moore Ministry. Dr Ardach and Dr Chanute weigh in as a motion to receive the testimonial is debated. meanwhile discussions touch on local reaction and potential cooperation. Also advertised: Bonnington’s Irish Moss and Chamberlain’s Pain Balm testimonials included alongside various health claims and user notes.
A garbled report discusses a council letter and a bequest, with mentions of ministers and Mr Gregory. The text is unclear but alludes to steps to address the fist misdistribution and wartime service references in the Menzies era. Names and many terms are partially legible, limiting precise reconstruction.
Mercantiles waited first, Campi Roing with Stokes, who did not remain Jong. Tait played vigorously for Nix 48. Kent showed well before being dismissed. Cullen made a bold strike as Howe cleaned up. Wickets fell, Par r end and Cac hell featured, Grdmint 3, Clanston followed. Keay top scored with 160, Camp nett broke his snare da 50. Innings ended 117. Scores list includes Cannyponnell, W. Stokes, and W. Ward among others. Bowling: Howe 1 for 20, Ward 3 for 16, Overbet 2 for 32. Final notes mention Grimish and Howell bowling, Stokes behind the stumps, and a late partnership between Maley and Talligan.
A reader asks the column to publish if 5 tons of dynamite were allowed to be stored from Friday to Sunday and who bears responsibility. The writer questions law enforcement consistency and the use of an explosives magazine. Additional letters praise a cough remedy saying it helped over years.
London reports an enormous crowd gathered to hear the Servian Crown Prince's speech. He expressed shared feelings and hope that soon lives can be given for King and fatherland, as the war cloud looms over Europe.
Lomton reports no decisive action yet in the Balkans after Austria seized two provinces. Britain dispatches two naval squadrons to the Aegean in show of support and to deter further moves by Austria in the region. A London consular naval incident is noted, and a shipwreck survivor recounts attack by dogs during a wreck. Lord Ripon resigns, Earl Crewe succeeds, and Churchill comments on unemployment. South Africa’s Louis Botha praises progress toward unity. A professional marathon occurs in England with Syed, a 20 year old Frenchman, the winner. Australian wheat prices are cited for December–January and January–February, and A. Powte wins a 100 yards race but injures his ankle.
Melbourne report says railway officials relieved from duty receive full pay during the period of revision. It is understood driver Milburn will retire on pension. Driver Dalman to be ready again to take his place on the footplate.
A South Australia report states a Torger was sentenced in Adelaide for three charges to be served concurrently, with two years’ jail on each. He has prior convictions and a history of escape attempts, while a strike by Adelaide concrete mixers and an old regime’s wage changes are noted in brief context.
A Brisbane Sunday report notes the leader of the Hired Opposition in Queensland Parliament arranging a coalition with Mr Keaston, adding 915 posts to the coalition lineup and signaling a shift in parliamentary dynamics.
The Geraldton Liedertafel faced a crisis as conductor Mr Mills resigned amid tension over leadership. Mills cited personal strain and conflicting duties, insisting his departure was for self preservation and not related to any member misconduct. Officials confirmed Mills had submitted his resignation and a meeting was planned to address the fallout.
Reports detail a Saturday accident as Davin Mawar on a bike collided with a tram and sustained injuries requiring hospital care. Coastal Dairy M avers protest Premier’s dairy inspection plan while government defends measures. Sailing events at Perth Dinghy Club finish with Edna capsizing. Subiaro Towling Green opens. VMCAL Port rooms opened by minister. a shooting incident at Claremont and a German ship Sophlite with quarantine. Agricultural Bank recall noted with East and neighbor deals under scrutiny. inspector reports complicate East’s whereabouts.
A farmer correspondent urges government action to stabilize stock markets by storage and rail-linked cooling for meat. He argues directing surplus stock into fattening paddocks and early slaughter would provide better quality meat year round, easing prices and supporting export when demand rises.
A Northampton floral and industrial exhibition opened under the Metals Church auspices at the Mechanics Institute. Mrs. Mitchell, Miss Ratton, and Evelyn Mitchell won honors in beauty and crafts, with notable exhibits including a twine mat and a floral centerpiece. Rev Mr Johnson chaired, and promoters received praise for the modest yet promising start.
In Geraldton at Central Greenwugh yesterday a man was found dead in a tent with his throat cut. Edward Dele and carpenter witnesses reported the scene while the victim’s brother William Martin, a church contractor, was abroad. An inquest opened this morning before Mr T. A. Kick IP with a jury and the body to be interred tomorrow.
Discussion on easing water supply costs near Gerald and Getaktion district. Motions include central health inspector presence and improved artesian water pricing. References to Mr Moore, Mr Woodward, and Health Board roles, plus notices of Derby and other horse events with uncertain details.
With the approaching Victoria District Turf meeting in the background, Geraldton is seen as likely to produce nominations for local cups. The Sydney AAC finished, Melbourne and Caulfield Cups loom, and notable horses like Merkimpeliaan and Faulsham are mentioned as potential contenders for major prizes.
A fractured reminiscence recalls 1908 spirit and parade vigor in Geraldton Sumrt, praising youthful energy, civic pride, and military ethos. It notes officers and the old muster as examples of community tenacity while urging renewed zeal and public effort.
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