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Newspaper
Geraldton Express
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Oct 28, 1908
Page
3
Telegrams report wreckage ashore on the New Zealand coast bearing the name Kemond and letters LOC on a nearby vessel. Geraldton news covers Labor Federation matters, community events, a new motor car exhibit, hospital admissions, and local notices, including a charity dinner, religious and social activities, and hospital updates.
A lengthy programme of sports for small children ran through events such as Kicking the Football and single ladies race. In the under 13 girls race Mrs F Chante Committee Rare led with Dawson Mounier and Forrester. The town hall staged a stake competition with prize money £6. Referee Mc R Walines oversaw teams including Wool Dumpers, We Lampers, River Lee, Gerakiton, Fire Brigade and Lampers. The Wool Dumpers won.
The Geraldton Lumpers Union held its first Eight Hours Day picnic with about 3900 attendees. A busy event featured races and sports for children, a Proclamation Handicap, and the Lumpers’ Handicap, with officials led by General Committee member EB Theakston and starter Mr. St. Wallace delivering smooth performances.
London reports the Canadian general elections have significantly weakened Sir Wilfrid Laurier’s government. The result alters the political balance and implications for Canada’s leadership.
London reports protest over Jamaican judges release conditions as Canada. Lamon wins Glasgow University election with Acting Rector Wynniam. Castro seizes British ship Lary Kensington near Beeshuld, Trinidad, halting trade. Corbett probes. Admiral Sperry sails from Japan. Roosevelt thanks Mikado for hospitality to American Fleet. Mikado replies Fleet visit will foster friendship.
A fatal horse accident occurred Sunday evening near Mum berkine when Mad Glass, aged one, daughter of Chas Glass, fell from a horse after it bolted. She died about an hour later from a fractured skull. Funeral held at Northam Cemetery. The family and community mourn the loss of a respected horsewoman.
London on Wednesday reports Cornwall's champion side prepared to oppose the Wallabies in Olympic Games action. The Wallabies won with four goals one penalty and one try, while Cornwall managed a single try.
The debate centered on the 19 proposals for the unemployed. Keir Hardie opposed the measures and drew protests from Liberals. He warned of a looming crisis, saying emigration was no longer viable and noting many unemployed in Canada and elsewhere. He argued colonial unemployment policies risked straining worker loyalty.
Brisbane reports a Mineral Of Co bore at Roma struck gas at depth AGH. High pressure and strong wind ignited gas from the boiler flare. Flames rose 80 to 100 feet, destroying the derrick and plant. Settlers in districts watched the blaze from afar as operations pause to control it. Oil may flow later, with names and times evolving.
Perth reports Gregory’s election petition began this morning. Valentinous evidence was presented on his behalf with the case expected to run three days. The article also references the butcher conspiracy and related local political tensions.
In the case Auck land v. corts in retail duties the jury returned a verdict for the plaintiff. The court noted the defendants’ evidence failed to prove the Dialytid’s case. The jury answered the questions as directed and awarded £307 plus costs, Judge Rooth presiding.
Telegrams report a lifebuoy bearing the name Lock Jamond washed ashore five miles west of Auckland in good condition. The find supports the theory that the missing vessel was wrecked nearby, aligning with prior discoveries further north.
Victoria reports Timber Workers Association of Australia presenting to the Federal Arbitration Court a request for a 15 percent wage increase across the Commonwealth to cover living costs. In Western Australia they also seek a 44 hour workweek.
In the Assembly yesterday Sir Thomas Bent moved that the Immneal Journ bill be postponed until the 8th of November. The proposal was debated amid procedural questions and tied to ongoing legislative calendar considerations.
The Melbourne fruit growers conference opened with delegates from states and New Zealand. The Minister for Mines supported adjournment to consolidate the party, while Mr Prendergast of the Labor Party moved an amendment. The debate touched on proposed regulations under the act to export fresh fruit and allow states to enact necessary rules affecting overseas trade.
The Tennis Tournament concluded on Monday with Barnard and Barnard winning the Doubles Championship. Mrs. Waly and Bamiarsi took the Mixed Doubles, Mrs. Walsh claimed the Ladies Singles, and Mist Rose with Mrs. Black won the Ladies Doubles.
The Meat Commission heard evidence from George Gooch and E A Roberts supporting abattoirs and cattle yards at Midland Junction. A grower complained about disposal difficulties and protested unfair grading practices. Also in Perth news, timber workers union re elected secretary Tolman. The Military Operations.
In Perth on a Monday military operations to defend Fremantle and Perth against a marauding enemy were completed. About sixty members of country rifle clubs participated and performed admirably under their commanding officer.
Meekatharra wire reports a major gold find near the Revenue Mine, with sábado 300 ounces of solid gold recovered in the Saturday evening strike. The expedition led by Lyon and Cook yields a rich quartz reef find about three miles from town, drawing swift local attention and expectations of further discoveries.
A visiting warship arrived at Busselton on Tuesday with officers touring local sites including caves. The town gathered in crowds as about 100 sailors went ashore and the ship bow doors were opened for public inspection.
Fire at the corner of Aberteen and Lake Stronty last night at nine o'clock destroyed two shops a greengrocer and a confectioner. Riphant Porser's two storey machinery storeroom and workshop also burned with the upper storey partly demolished.
Ballarat Victoria resident Mrs S A Walker writes that Chamberlain's Cough Remedy has been excellent for four years and beneficial in every case. She recommends it widely and notes good results. Sold by chemists nationwide. The ad promotes the remedy as a wonderful cough and cold cure found in almost every home.
A Melbourne racing column previews the V.F.C. Derby at Flemington and discusses contenders such as Abena, Mother Goose, Demolition, and Monabel. It notes performances at Moonee Valley and Perth, mentions Mooltan as favorite, and records a jockey’s death and a horse killed at Moonee Valley Cup.
The second day of the meet was held in fine weather with good attendance. Results include John Peel hurdles 725 yards over 12.2 sec miles, Shamrock 13.13, Old Chumane, Bohemian Handicap 6 furlongs Beroke 7.13 on Manchausen 7.20 Quamhi 7.7. Anniversary Handicap 134 miles with Romulus Dragoon Wallace Park Flora Mac Quibble Mezzo. betting 2 to 1 Czarovitch Yalu won by two lengths. Hooley Handicap 7 furlongs two-year-olds Blue Moon 9.7 Arrogance 7 Blue Bush 7.00 betting 5 to 4. Colonel Reeves Handicap 1 mile 100 yards Fleet 9.3 Flashluck 8.3 Vignette 8.0 dead heat. Betting 5 to 1 Fleet and Flashletock 1 to 1 Vignette. Boningtons Irish Moss advertised as universal remedy for colds and coughs. Sale and pleasant medicine for children.
The Yakeoo District meeting drew a small crowd as a few racehorses competed in several events. Winners included Moodwood and The Squib in the Melbourne Cup trials, with a walkover in Nangaroong Handicap and a dramatic fire rescue involving the post town burning scene and brave work by the driver and fire crew.
Fragmented sports note lists scattered landscaps and names such as Eaton Wellington Lenter Gilea Stone Go Bal, with unclear context and no readable event or outcome.
A narrowly avoided disaster occurred in Narrogin on Tuesday as horses pulled from York nearly escaped a blaze aboard a moving truck. Readings from the scene describe straw near the engine and the danger posed by ignition near the transfer area, with passengers in the tray stabilizing as the vehicle halted.
Samuel Adamson asks the editor to publish a strong petition to close Geraldton schools due to diphtheria dangers. He claims local children are at risk from outbreaks and urges action by state officials and the local department. The letter requests immediate school closure to protect children amid reports of illnesses and hospitalizations.
Oki the Japanese condemned for the Murmay murder of Mr J Shaw on August 2 9 was executed at Frewenite yesterday at 8 o clock. He walked into the execution room with little resistance, attended by Father Wheeler. He showed no trouble during incarceration and, in a subdued voice as the trap fell, uttered a brief plea for mercy. Some notes in Japanese were left with the priest.
The Burrumbeet will arrive at Cer aldion from the Beaters All some Lime to smorrow. The Paroo from the North-West due townorrow night will sail on Friday. She will tout 190 toms. The Mimilys from Fremantle is die here on Frey morning. Rae will take away 1300 imi of wood and 100 tome of Sebald.
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