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Newspaper
Geraldton Express
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Oct 13, 1909
Page
4
A dense editorial text questions suffrage for women, citing anti-suffrage leaders, public behavior, and political strategy. It cites Marie Corelli, Le Grandueur, and Father Sullivan while debating capital punishment, agricultural shows, and the role of men, urging calm and legal restraint amid mounting controversy.
Sought after remedy for itching and skin irritations. Mrs Mellows testifies her child suffered hives and clawing irritation until Doan's Ointment provided lasting relief seven years ago. The ad claims Doan's soothes and heals without harming the skin and urges readers to obtain it via Foster-McGell.
A series of court entries show judgments for plaintiffs across several cases. Amounts due range from £1 0s 0d to £12 4s 6d with monthly payment orders and imprisonment for default. Plaintiffs include Mille, Mills, and others against defendants such as Cahill, Prunnice, and Andrews, with various defendants ordered to pay weekly or monthly installments and some to face imprisonment if default occurs.
Malbourne Oct 1 The report of officers on the route to the proposed Western Australia rail project is being prepared for the Federal Parliament. The survey favors the railway though Nullabor Plain areas look unpromising. The survey cost about 21 060 pounds. In the fire at the Beeba topel tram sheds another man Ale Howell tried twice to reach Angus the caretaker but was driven back by heat and smoke.
The State Full Court today reserved judgment on the application by the proprietors of the Age for a new trial in the libel action brought by Mr Swinburne. The original trial resulted in Swinburne winning £2950. The court unanimously refused a new trial.
In Sydney premier Wade criticized Mr Redes Smith over a clause in the financial agreement. Wade argued the permanency element must be promised to NSW, warning that removing it would nullify the agreement. A separate report notes a death of a 70 year old man at Longmore during a church service. Sir Joseph Ward, at a banquet in Wellington, praised New Zealand’s improving conditions and outlook.
In Perth Qel the Legislative Council will not sit today with adjournment to 26th inst. The Assembly will address the Land Act Special Tenancy Bill at first order, including a land grant to the Lyell Company. Third reading of the Administration Act Amendment Bill, second reading of the Halt Will, fourth order on Estimates in Committee of Supply, and various bills including Retro Revivedication and Fisheries Act amendments progress in committees are listed along with Mrs Layman’s remarks on metropolitan water and drainage.
The Tolander AL bert and Co claim £69 for advertising services alleged paid with coins. The matter concerns a venllet or invoice linked to the plaintiff, presenting a contested billing dispute over advertising costs.
The Turf notes a misspelling correction for the Victoria District Turf Club underlined omissions in race listings. It lists Eclipse Stakes entrants and other Melbourne races noting horses like Dida Shelan Linacre Mealist Mother Gorn and Melbourne Cup contenders Aboriginie Sam son Irishman Sunny South Kildown Brassey Lady Kernel Jilly Sunny South Precioris Tandy Alwyne Bonavie and more with upcoming fixtures at Maribyrnong Williamstown and Canlfleht Cup dates.
Oct 12 reporting shows Irish form style betting on Caulfield Cup with Artillerie 4 to 1 and Gulden Slipper 8 to 1, Post Town 12 to 1, Parsee and Blue Book 16 to 1, Dhobie and Tolaire 1 to 3,000 roge 1 mile. Melbourne Cup odds list Trafalgar 4 to 1, Bring Foote 7 to 1, Bost Town 1, Alawa 12 to 1, Artillerie 3,000 roge old odds, runners including Toluire 5 to 1 and Flavel Port town 313, Dhobi 13 1, Pareee 5 9, Korlie 73, Aborigine 6 9, Monodist 7, Pink Un 8 7, Loyal Bug 7 9, Wooroema 61s, Nobi 6 13, Kyondgerie 8 1, Mindful 6 12, Blue Book 6, Mock Prince 013 7B, Waipun 7 13, Dawby 6 13, Actillerie 7 11, Cari Dow 6 11, Gollen Slip AL Desbe 6 11, Pers 6 9, layll 67, The Shifter 70, Trelo Vount 7, Mala 7, Aberdeen 6 7, Muetlebrook 7 7, Manana 6.
The listing notes crushed values for Primo Tasmanians valued at 8/0 and inferior grades starting at 9/4 or higher, outlining pricing or appraisal details for the items.
An Australian newspaper advertisement extols bile beans as a universal remedy for indigestion and blood purification. It cites a West Richmond resident, Mr. F. Godfrey, recounting severe digestive distress and full recovery after using the product, claiming widespread family endorsements and urging every home to keep a box.
After last Thursday's enquiry Dr. Momite praised Constable Pollett's long service of 21 years and his assistance. The coroner and jury joined in urging reconsideration, but Pollett announced his resignation from the police force citing a firm mind.
Dalgety and Company report on wheat market quotes for December to January shipments with cargo prices around 43/-. Adelaide notes a softer sell market while Melbourne shows slight firming to around 4/7 and 4/8. Wheat is scarce on spot with buyers cautious. export prospects urged with ads for farmers. Early week supplies light. Thursday 43 trucks, 40 wagons yarded. New season chaff low quality due to wet weather. price ranges £2 15s to £3 15s, prime £4 quoted. Oaten chaff in light supply. oats and green hay prices noted. local supplies scarce with mostly imported milling quantities.
Local resident rails at editor and contributors in Mullewa Express over criticisms and calls for attention to district wants. Farming progress quoted with growing wheat yields, large acreages, and regional prospects. Community events include a euchre party with Miss Searle as winner.
A lively October 12 1908 column mixes social gossip with stationmaster notes and a prickly Ladies Cricket Club. It rails at Bluebush for meddling in progress, mocks the stationmaster’s land stance, and reports a single resignation while criticizing teachers and school discipline in a sharp local narrative.
Fragmentary verse about a man preferring quiet life away from clamor and commerce. It hints at avoiding disturbance as wealth or success enters his solitude. The text reads like a reflective poem on sleep, dreams, and the right to peaceful seclusion.
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