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Newspaper
Geraldton Express
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Oct 29, 1906
Page
3
A fragment lists individuals including Alfred Piatix, Herbt, Rowstin, Florence Rutherford, Margt ing, Jobin Renee, Wm Stewart, Manel Wyatt and Annie, suggesting a partly readable roster or notice. No clear event or context available to determine a full headline.
Sporting notes report Charles Stuart won the Moonee Valley Cup with 10 to 1 odds at the start and later carried Melbourne Cup expectations. Jonnnoky's Bite Spe ntake, plus uncertainties about last Saturday’s event, are noted amid broader racing betting and form. The Mercantile C C shows decent form, with Wontearra and other strides mentioned. Larry Wallace shows improving form by telegram reports, while Flue Spec and Crarovite are also favored. The Minos Rovers FC, touring Perth and Fremantle, lost to Rast Fremantle 47 to 2A for the state championship, after a 47-47 draw the day before.
Carnarvon this morning lists acceptances for several events including Minilva Handicap Skein Dhu Inst aaikon 304 Bits Bop 30.3 Ana inebolt 3.10 Chips Bre Remembrance 712 Shotsilk and Carnarvon Cup entries. Weather described as nice and cool, with racers promising an interesting meeting.
Melbourne notes from Saturday report the Moonee Valley Cup results withStaccato and Poseidon as contenders. Lady Wallace ran well but Collarit is scratched due to injury and several horses are shipped to Fremantle. Tun Spee Craraviteh and others are in trim as betting hints surface with Roitoh Taraice and Molod among contenders.
Investigations led by Detective Kavanagh into transactions between Kalgoorlie miners and the Victorian Mint uncover far larger gold dealings in Western Australia than expected. A single man, who traveled from Kalgoorlie to Melbourne months ago, rapidly grew wealthy amid the clues.
An insurance agent Mi w Nolan died by self harm at a South Melbourne hotel. A poison container was found near the body. A letter blamed financial troubles for the death. Tom Mann and five other Socialists were arrested at Prahran for obstructing thoroughfares and released on their own recognizance. The prison authorities say they intend not to pay any fines.
The death of well known actress Mera Kemble aged 47 was announced after her illness. Reported in Melbourne, labor troubles in Broken Hill raise anxiety as unions and the Mining Managers Association refuse conference on wages. Both sides remain firm in their stance while awaiting developments.
A collision occurred near Mo Jone on Saturday between the mail and ordinary trains during operations. Guard Lane was severely injured while several passengers sustained minor injuries.
Conservative MP for Dover Wyntham told a Birmingham audience that socialism is an enemy and a nightmare, saying it has repressed the financial credit of the nation and that the current measures likely won’t satisfy the public.
In the Bromberg district about twenty thousand pupils joined parents in boycotting religious instruction in German. They prefer to remain in Polish taught classes or face floggings rather to learn in German. The dispute stems from German Polish deadlock and archbishop's push for German reforms.
A captured officer who last week seized the Mayor of Kapenick and robbed the municipal safe is arrested at Rizfort er. Voieht, identified by photo evidence, is said to be native of Tilsit and had £100 in possession. He admitted the Kapenick robbery and has a prior 27 years in penal servitude for theft and forgery.
Mr Justice Ridley grants Mr Williamson relief from irregularity and illegal acts connected with the Worcester election. Japanese ambassador protests over school exclusions in San Francisco and treaty rights insult. Roosevelt vows immediate action. likely Californian government representations to ease mounting anti American sentiment in Japan.
At a Perth Labor Party meeting on Saturday night a Labor candidate was chosen to challenge Sir John Forrest in the Swan electorate. Likely nominee is Mr. O’Lougnan, a known platform speaker tied to timber workers, with financial support pledged of £35. The Royal Show at Claremont opens tomorrow with entries described as splendid.
Five prisoners revolted in Gloucester gaol and escaped the water area. They changed clothes after exiting the Severn and fought on. One prisoner has been recaptured while others remain at large. Japan establishes naval port in Corea converting Masanolo for fleet use. A joint Clyde shipyard and worker conference fails to settle the strike, which continues.
Exiled Mullah triggers unrest in an Armenian town formerly under Turkish control. Mohammedan residents riot, killing the chief of police. Exiles are recalled and order is restored.
Poseidon leads at 4 to 1 with Solution and Ur tote Noreen also prominent in the field. Other contenders include Booran, Simoda, Lady Wallace, Tividond, Denias, Wandin, and Tite Toy with various betting figures noted.
Fremantle Football Club won the state championship at Fremantle Oval on Saturday, defeating Mines Rovers by 7 goals 5 behinds. The Mines Rovers struggled to score as Fremantle dominated the match, securing the title.
A report notes London retailers forming an agreement to purchase a fully equipped soap works to bolster their trust. Mention is made of Canadian orders and remarks on Sir Wilfrid Laurier's tenure. A new symilate is described and linked to music halls, aiming to raise practically unlimited capital to serve middle class women and children with winter supplies.
A violent incident by Polish supporters destroyed a school in Bentschen using petrol bombs and arson. The report notes part of a broader calamity and highlights the aggressive actions of fanatics targeting an educational institution. The event is framed amid economic mentions of a Manchester cotton firm's profits and dividend allocations.
In a Times letter Mr Sutherland of Peninsular and Oriental argues against revived legislation to limit lascar employment on British ships. He notes that any tariff preference tied to white crew requirements could undermine Britain's freedom in overseas trade. The report adds that Bob Wallace's store at Yahoo was destroyed by fire about two hours after midnight.
An old advertisement touts Chamberlains Stomach Liver and Bowels Tablets as a cure for stomach issues appetite and nervous symptoms. It claims the tablet regulates and invigorates digestive organs and restores health. Sold by J A Chapman Marine Terrace Geraldton.
The open meeting with Needham and Lynch, joined by Senator Force, drew about 2,000 listeners at The Clubs Motel. They attacked the Labor Party and Sir John for policies on white Australia, industrial reform, and federation strain, urging federal action to boost Australian prosperity while defending Western Australia against costly railway and land tax plans. The speakers defended the party’s stand on jobs, development, and regional needs amid tensions within the federation.
The article recalls Ton garraites at Wallace Park in the Cup and Trial Stakes at Geraldton, noting owner Mr Wh Uriddle and former Derby winner Dure ale from 1895. It mentions Domarra and Me hast re entering the arena, with horses by Pimdock and Mears, and hints at a broader rural scene of cattle, farms, and local breeding, all amid a nostalgic newspaper voice.
An 19th century medical notice claims Chamberlain's Tait Tat provides immediate relief for muscled skin injuries and inflammation. Customer J. T Chapman of Marine Terrace, Ceraldtem advertises this remedy as prompt and curative for various pains and inflamed areas.
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