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Newspaper
Geraldton Express
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Oct 28, 1907
Page
2
In a Virginia hearing, Henry Willus & Co and George Wills & Co of Portland seek approval for a liberal advance program amid objections. Verbatim testimony questioned the viability and legality of the planned expansions and proposed subsidies.
Shipping notices list arrivals and passengers aboard ships including Coolzanlo from Freuvalle with several named passengers and crew, Minnya from Singapore via multiple ports, and Monnra from Newswatty with cargo notes. Additional details mention a ship from East and passengers aboard Minnts and other vessels, plus cargo like chaff and sugar and a full passenger list.
The ss Monaro arrived from Moltwurme via Allmay with 80 tons of coal for the Port. Dalgety and Co. report ship movements: Charon departs Fremantle for Geraldton on October 20, Charon Waves sails to Nor West ports via Shark Bay, Java and Singapore on Wednesday, Gedvbwe departs for Fremantle, Geraldton, Nor West ports, Java and Hingmpene on Wednesday, Navember x departs for Fremantle, with Fremantle and Geraldton service, other sailings from Sydney October 30 and Melbourne November 2 and Adelaide November 5 for Fremantle and Geraldton.
October listings show Victoria District TD. November features Wootesarrs versus Geraldton continuation and Mercantile versus Wootecarra events. Matches run on the 2nd 16th and 23rd with ongoing Wootacarra series details.
Post office schedules list the final dispatch for United Kingdom and Europe at 10 PM Friday for MLS transmission. Eastern States and New Zealand mail close at 10 AM Tuesday November 5 with a return trip noted for November 6. RMS Oroya service referenced.
A group of Northampton prospectors seeks Mines Department aid to prove lead ore claims. Water shortages and deepening shows hinder progress. Minister Gregory may approve selective state assistance if prospects justify cost. Local officials note previous inaction but express willingness to assist judiciously. The article also mentions related policing and local public notices in Geraldton.
Owing to a dour of the bandamen entering Wow hur, the ministry band did not perform on the Poptannis jetty dust night as previously announced. Mr. G Bannion, after eight years service to the police force at Geraldion, has…
Kiroman A. Dawncu suffered a painful fall while practicing last Friday evening, a brokenly splintered ladder caused injuries that required amputation of a fingertip and left him with a gaping wound. He was rushed to hospital under Dr Ashton’s care and is rapidly recovering. The report also notes ongoing Western Australian government inquiries, migration trends to WA during a dry Victoria season, and the AW.A. Central’s well attended event.Railway traffic for the quarter ending last 10th shows earnings per train and capital stock totals reach across June end.
Market repo notes small supplies of fruit and vegetables for the week ending Saturday October 26. Kale remains in good supply with clear lines and prices vary by item including cabbages turnips carrots beans and fruit items. Prices listed per item show ranges from small coins to mid shillings, reflecting local market conditions and stock levels.
The Geraldton case of J H Lester trading as Carson Co proceeds in bankruptcy court. He testifies creditors largely sympathetic and defer payment. Official Receiver Mr Moss cites difficulty choosing course. books praised, but disputes over rents and proceeds from sales. The record notes no agreement time set for further consideration.
Montrose Mackenzie of Masonic Hall Geelong conducts thorough audits and special audits at Geraldton with a focus on financial integrity. Late secretary Laverton Keal Hoard is noted in the context of the event and archival records.
The market in London signals no movement this week, as producers weigh shipping versus selling options. Local buyers can secure top quotes and early cash terms, with details from the Geraldton Express and associated agents.
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