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Newspaper

Geraldton Express

Location

Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia

Date

Oct 22, 1913

Page

3

Local and General Fale and Sales Notice Fragment

Local notices outline a sale in the railway yards tomorrow and a separate sale on Friday October 24 featuring draught horses and mares for Mr A Moser Paynesville. Also advertised are two cows with calves and sundries. The Greenough district invites bids for a farm lease near Mingenew. Weather forecast calls for showers in the far southwest, with generally warm temperatures and unsettled conditions approaching coastal areas.

J. St Pant A. Moser Payneseille Dongarra Rott Kimberley

Reverent transfer at St John’s Presbyterian Church

Last evening a congregation at St John’s Presbyterian Church witnessed the installation of a pastor, with the rite led by Mr Wright and the church’s actions described as a solemn community transition. The service featured a series of questions to the congregation and a subsequent address on cooperation with the Foster and tails listing the responsibilities within the church.

Eyaletors Ite Ieee Ieee Fyterion WitleWewnel Altice Emuille Jana Mr. Twright Wiohwee

Tennis Handicaps and Draw Details for Upcoming Round

The article outlines the handicaps and draw process for the first round of a tennis event. Players will arrange lines and dates themselves with entries due by Saturday November 20. Several entries list names and numeric handicaps, though many items are garbled.

Tesnls Uhe Linn Vanean Wow Grove Moustaka U.S Seatiler Tek Lady FC Overkew Taye Htanstuw Markland Phos du Hotlay Blir Gntaus

Victoria District C W A Special Meeting Announcement

Victoria District C W A calls a special meee ting via Meera of the V D A on Thursday at 10 o'clock. Australian Government Railways announces tender for brick supply about 146000 bricks and 3100 tullnose broke. Two brick samples to be let with tender. Tenderers to quote on brickwork. Details at District Engineer Geraldton office.

Meera The V.D TAB Hickey, Beereiney Ennels Railways Geraldton Toenday Hugh Brbjeant

Zeppelin Enterprise on Brink of Collapse Posts

Cablegrams from Berlin report a sharp drop in public and governmental confidence in aerial navigation after the Zeppelin disaster. The government, citing safety concerns, fears Count Zeppelin's enterprise may fail without support.

Berlin Zeppelin Herman Count Zeppelin Veolcnme

Churchill Naval Holiday Proposal Sparks Anglo German Debate

The Daily Mail reports Churchill’s naval holiday plan as a device to curb costly arming races. German papers back the idea but urge strict terms, warning no dreadnaughts should be used against Austria or Italy. The Tageblatt urges a pause in speeches.

Aix

French press opposes Churchill plan in hostile mood

Paris dispatch notes French newspapers are unfavourable to Mr Churchill's proposal. They argue that if accepted it would complicate the military situation. They claim Germany would have spent resources saved from battleship construction on land forces instead.

Paris Churchill Germany

Balkan Imbroglio Forces Servia Climb Back

In London a bolstered warning from Germany and Austria’s ultimatum push Servia to retreat. King Peter informs the great powers Servian troops will withdraw from positions in Albania amid tense Balkan tensions.

London Austria Germany Peter Albania

Home Rule Battle Won Two Years Ago

London reports the Home Secretary Mr McKenna stating there is no need to discuss the Home Rule Bill at hue and cry now. It would become law next session. The battle was won two years ago and the Parliament Act would complete the process.

London Qutoker Grifithstown McKenna

Zeal Outruns Discretion Arrests in Austria Border Case

Vienna October 21 Canadian immigration agents and associates were arrested on charges of conspiring to induce army reservists to migrate to Canada to evade service. The agents organized relays of automobiles to move emigrants across the border while posing as wealthy tourists. Authorities believe the agencies are linked to the Canadian Pacific Railway Co.

Mrs Pankhurst Granted Entry to United States

Mrs Pankhurst, classified by authorities as a potential agitator, has been allowed to enter the United States by presidential sanction to fulfill her engagements under her own recognizance, with expectation of good behavior.

Parkhurst Immista Lion Department United States

Albany challenges Barry for world sculling title in 1914

Albany, the American navigator, deposits 25 and challenges Barry to seal for the world sculling championship for 300 dollars aside. The match is set to take place in 1914 in London.

London Ovtator Albany Barry

Welsh Champion Fred Welsh Knocked Out By Young Taylor

In Winnipeg October 1920 Fred Welsh the English light heavyweight champion was knocked out in the ninth round of a twelve round bout by Young Taylor. Officials later claimed the blow was foul and ruled the match a no contest.

Winnipeg Fred Welsh Vot WE Young Taylor Teres

Prospective grants disclosed to Assembly in 1127 context

Telegrams report successful expedition and results from Witttehead and Cuthbartsoon minions to Niisun for jobs. Legis­lative Assembly is told of managements secured at a contest totaling £1,202.

Port Blaze Fires Through Still Unsolved Threat Nearby

Perth report of a large early morning fire at a two storey building on Murray Street. The blaze gutted the structure, with flames threatening adjacent premises including McAdam Co and Tolitos and Co. The fire has been confined to the semiDetached tile occupier Hugo Wischer and partners, with concerns of spread to neighboring firms.

Perth Hugo Wischer McKenzie and Co Clifton Stainly McAdama Co Ltt Tchad Tolitos and Co Murray Street

Colonial Mutual Inquiry Cost Revealed at 3000 Pounds

Melbourne reports that the inquiry into the Colonial Mutual affair cost about 3000 pounds. The investigation is expected to be funded by the State.

the Colonial Mutual Inquiry Melbourne Colonial Mutuat Society

Freeman Found Incapable to Stand Trial in Wharara Case

Melbourne October report states Clarence Freeman was tried for allegedly abducting a boy named An-Jhoun at Whartura on September 29. The jury found Freeman unable to plead, and he was ordered detained for the Governor’s pleasure.

Melbourne Oet Tke Boy Clarence Freeman Aang An- Jeon Whartura Freeman Turing

Melbourne Cup Ride Plans Named for Cup Day

The Turf reports that Melachlan is understood to have engaged to ride Berrigoon and Mike to ride Harplae in the Melbourne Cup. Melachlan will likely have to post overweight if required. Figzins will ride Effervescence in the Melbourne Cup.

Melbourne MeLachlan Fon Eigaged Berrigoon Mke Harplae Melacklan Ifigzins

Parisian Controversy Delays Melbourne Races

Melbourne, Oct 21. Scratched entries for the V I C Spring Meet include Willow, Orvieto, Lady Veluce, Sandtyath, Wyandra, Fighting Prince, Woorak, Cadonia, Deor, Melhourny Cup, and many others. Trainers and owners await instructions as engagements are withdrawn amid uncertainty.

Melbourne V.I.C Truke Foote Pesterday Willow Fireen Orvieto Rowmmare Poaio Lady Veluce Sandtyath Waneriy King Wyandra Fighting Prince Woorak Prince Mult Cadonia Deorab Urings Melhourny Cup Carnett

Betting News From Melbourne Cup Field

The latest betting odds list Harpist and Mele Sam at 3 to 1 with Cogou 10 to 1 and Nerazoon 12 to 1. Poxinatue 14 to 1 joins Bhasin Radnor and Wax inti in the early betting. The field includes Midnight Sun and Moonbria with Mile pace times noted and performances from Journey Narpit Uiya Ladien Man Cason and Sea Mrinée among others. Verazoon and Napolita more action marked in the two to four furlong drills.

Harpist Tgea Prince Mele Sam Cagou Nerazoon Poxinatue Bhasin Radnor Jand Waxinti Melbourne Mountain Princeys Avonwortys Turner Moonbria Aler Narpit Uiya Tle Cason Sam

Carpenters and Bricklayers indispensable to building trade

Carpenters and bricklayers are essential to construction alongside plumbers. The text extols their duties requiring skill and stamina, and mentions Milkmaid Coffee and Milk as a refreshing steam wash, noting a famous preparation containing coffee, milk and sugar that mixes with boiling water for a drink.

Geraldton Polo Club forms first practice at racecourse grounds

The Geraldton polo club held its first practice on a cleared twelve acre ground marked with red flags and goat posts. Novices were instructed by Dave Mitchell and D. Grant from Mennynonoaka Club while veterans like Nave Mitchell led the way. The Moongoonooka parent club plans to open with a match on Saturday November 1st as hopes rise for more local clubs at Northampton and Howatharra.

Geraldton Med Racebourne Pheyirs Davids Grant Geraldtonly Dave Mitchell Mennynonoaka Messrs W. Hanlon N. Bartlett B. G. Clarke Messis D. F. Grant B. le Mille Alex Todd Z. Stermann Rush Nave’ Mitchell Win Hanton Bartlett Todd Moonroonooka Moongoonooka Sattay Runior Poly Clobe Northampton Northampton, and jHowatharra

Bowling Notes Open New Season With Electric Lighting

The club enters the 1915-16 season financially sound with good greens. Installation of electric light is planned to boost day play and attract members. The official opening is set for November 27 with an afternoon tournament starting at 2 pm, and Saturday team play to foster rivalry and raise standards.

Postal pillar boxes to change town clearance times

Postal authorities approve new pillar box clearance hours from 7 am to 10 pm Monday to Saturday and 10 pm Friday for express to Perth. Sunday clearance at 10 pm. An extra pillar to be erected at Bayley and Thorne Hill Streets opposite the Government Hospital. Changes to be effected soon.

Attenton Toltowitg Perth Bayley and Thornehill Streets Government Hospital

Wool Sales Show Firm Market Across Sections

AL Monlay's Melbourne Wool Sales drew strong demand across all sections with the market firm for good wools and weaker for inferior fleece. Dalgetys offered 5,000 bales and sold nearly all. Adelaide sale saw over 20,000 bales offered with animated bidding and clearances good for quality lines. Crossbreds and bulky pieces fetched higher prices than recent quotes.

AL Monlay Melbourne Ylel Dalgety’s Adelaide

Waite gifts and debates shape education reforms in Australia

South Australian pastoralist Peter Walte Waite donates 134 gallons of lard and his house Urewrat to the University of Adelaide and 114 acres to the government for an agricultural high school. The remainder funds a public park. Waite hints allowing 10 or more acres as a student sports ground. The piece also critiques New South Wales education reforms and domestic science emphasis, and recounts a local anecdote about a dog pups and a carpet snake.

Peter Walte University of Adelaide University i Acapa Waite Mc Carmichael New South Wales Nica

Not be had for nothing says Mr McC forgets

An odd remark accuses Mr McC of forgetting value in football matches and similar pastimes, suggesting his stance on attendance may be misplaced. The line implies a clash over costs and enjoyment of local sport.

Sinclair McGibbon McG McC Sparrow

Correspondence to the Falter on literary critique and misprints

A reader defends caustic remarks while acknowledging printer errors that distorted names and identities. The letter, signed H Nathan, laments misreadings of his influence, jokes about a correspondent and misprinted initials, and notes shifts caused by the printer’s devil.

Cricket MULEEWA VERSUS CONSTRUCTION

Cricket match held at Mullewa on a Sunday afternoon between Railway Construction Clubs teams. Players listed include Gilmore Hoylan Toknstor Carter Johnston Butwell Howtell Ger Horrel Arhndel Brown Cook Cutler Marlow Sundrins and others, with dismissals noted as b Johnson b Johnston and similar entries.

Muleewa Glimore Hoylan Cole Steely Toknstor Carter Johnston Butwell Howtell Ger Horrel Johnson J. Arhndel Brown Cook Cutler T sFevnstan Marlow D. R. Thomas Culler D. Thomas Mee Sundrins

Towns Scorecard Snippet Reflects Incomplete cricket tally

The readable lines show names Firstenings Cutler Monagle Krown Rowtel Goad Trowning Cook Snr Cole Carter Gilmore Muradon Craig Boylan Tobnston with runs and outs but many terms are garbled. This appears to be an incomplete cricket scorecard fragment.

J. Cutler Thomas J. Monagle Krown Rowtel J. Goad H Trowning W. Cook Cook Bh Snr Cole Carter J. Gilmore Muradon M. Craig Boylan CP. Tobnston Tb Gilmore Standeirs

Geraldton Nursing Scheme Annual Meeting Notice

The tall yearly meeting of the Geraldton Nisted Nursing Scheme will be held in the Parish Hall on Mesbey next at 5 pm. The public are cordially invited to be present.

Geraldton Nisted Mesbey

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