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Newspaper
Geraldton Express
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Oct 31, 1913
Page
3
Page seven itemization covers church services and Sunday school in the Geraldton district, a seaside district picnic plan, the sale of a trolling stallion Dosir, and a police court report. It notes a combined district school picnic ambition, a polo event, tender invites for two brick buildings in Nurarke Street, and a Chinese case in court with Fosdraying on various means of support.
Laxpan states three courses for the government in response to a question at Wallsend. The first is to proceed with steam atoad, the second would risk civil judgment, and the third allows the government to seek a negotiated set. He warns that delay could lead to civil vag and an election would erase the government.
The Mercantile Marine reports that thirty three officers submitted grievances to the directors of theP S company. Directors considered the notes, and many officers resigned or withdrew. The summary record indicates several officers left amid friction and adjustments.
London debat. Stevenson accepts Gray's challenge to a high stakes billiards match. The sides agree to 20 pounds or 25 shillings per side, with payment to be settled if one side fails.
Melbourne. Escalating exchanges in the House followed the government’s defeat on the adjournment of the Loan Bill. Questions were raised about government resignation as Speaker rules motion out of order. A special committee was appointed to inquire into contracts and agreements related to the Trans Australian Railway.
Melbourne racing note lists main entries for the Macihymong Plate race including Wornweel Fidelio Crown Steel Bob Bryson Stiles Hathor Tra quetin Andesine Water Lass and Carlila with details truncated and unclear. The column presents horses and likely connections though specifics are unreadable in the fragment.
The Derby at Melbourne on October 30 lists the annapianca for the Boldon Goblet Kildalton Rameses Rubits Andelosia Ava ilele udner Beregcor as part of the event program with names and entries.
Albany supporters challenge Parry for the World sculling title with a three month window. After discussion Albany agrees to host the match and improve the institute with lighting and seating, creating a resort venue with comforts and electric light. Dissolution and divorce notices follow, along with a forecast and financials for the Custer collections and expenditures.
Melbourne racing note lists Terlinga in Australasian selections for the Derby and the Melbourne Cup with bets on Radnor and Madnor. Selections include Anrifor and Cazou amid a noisy racecard style.
A motley report details workouts and race prospects. Lex Prince impressed with a mile and three-quarters in quick time, Dumont’s Australasian record distance noted, Uncle Sam and stable Companions prepared for longer routes, while Metouree edged Harpist over ten furlongs. Rumors of Dethy candidates and Vive’s test with Posinalus circulated amid light training chatter.
Lately Derby betting in Melbourne on October 31 lists the leading contenders with quoted odds. Ida 4 Berngoon is joined by Ay t Radnor and Ato Andalosia in the field, with Alya's Ite among the horses cited and various odds noted for the remaining entries.
The Recreation Ground will host a cricket match with Commercial Cricket Club players led by Captain Holm against Gerald fon-E. Holm’s team. Also the Maracan fila Club faces Railways, with selections from McDonald and Stokes plus others for the Railways side.
A reader urges voters to back the experienced local Labor candidate over an MP seen as a stranger to the district. The writer criticizes the other candidate and calls for choosing the proven advocate over impatience in the ballot.
Rifle shooting at Geraldson Rifle Club saw trophies presented by Geo Lester and Lionel Gnapmen. T Mountain won the time prize with 9 of the file and J Boyes claimed second with 89 off the gaa. An afternoon quick aim contest crowned W W Trigg as winner with a score of 4.
An Australian housewife recounts severe anemia and fainting cured by Dr Williams Pink Pills. She describes weakness, palpitations, and nerve fragility improving after two boxes, aided by rest and improved appetite. Pills marketed as blood-building and easily purchasable from the Dr Williams Medicine Co.
Perth October 30 Sea Prince leads the Melbourne Cup betting at Port fast night with 3 to 1 odds. Other contenders include Tita Harpid 7 4 0 1 and Uncle Sam 10 to 1 while many prices run wide from 12 to 1 for Posinalus 18 to 1 for Dive 1 28 to 1 for Andelunia and more.
In England at Newmarket yesterday Cambridgeshire Stakes saw Contitever win after a close finish. Collans and Banter trailed closely, with a tight finish affecting the placings.
In Geraldton a heated by election debate centers on choosing a Labor foe and Liberal rivals. Key figures include E. Patrick Stone and H. Heitman with support for Sam Ethoid, Tre oy, and R. L. Elliott as potential candidates. Voters face a cautious path amid Labour government tenure and regional interest.
The notice touts Bonnington Irish Moss as a winter remedy for coughs colds bronchitis inflammations and asthma claiming benefits for both adults and children. It promotes Soonwin gtons Wolers Echna pps as pure and effective with medicinal claims.
A reported appearance of takeall on Mr Frankinen's farm at Narra Tarra is described. Local farmer Me Hartmann notes takeall affects light sandy soils, appears with patches during growth, and may die off in warm weather. Insects resembling pests accompany the disease, and observers urge further reports from other branches.
A long notice describes the Midland Railway Co. planning to market ready to farm farms at Caran. The item references details of this offer to a land hungry public and notes the broader context of the Education Act case and a school inquiry involving a teacher named Miller. It mentions penalties and fines arising from breaches of education law and the two day inquiry led by District Inspector of Schools Mr Mumtes.
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