Visiting Nurse and Geraldton meeting draw public interest
A local Geraldton visiting nurse meeting and related court actions are noted with public invitation for Monday. Reports mention Geraldton Quarter Sessions, the acting RM, and prosecutors. Several defendants face forgery and fraud charges, with outcomes and emigration of public servants discussed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Geraldton
Geraldem
Opanethia
Ste Jn
Geary
du Pou
Jay
Cerny Pot Green
Wilwin Giswei
Tithy
William Parrott
Rome
Australia visit Middlesex in Surrey match described
International cricket report notes Australia facing Surrey and Middlesex. Australia totalled 227 in first innings with contributions from Bardsley and Swede. Middlesex 3 wickets down for 137 in reply.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Surrey
Middlesex
Australia
Bardsley
Counties
Local Officials Change Hands In Geraldton Area
Inspector T F Holmes appointed visitor to Onslow Carnarvon and Geraldton gaols for 1912. KA Udy resigns as clerk in charge in the Lands Office Agricultural Bank electoral registrar for Central Province and Geraldton Greening electorate to go into business. Ad Flanagan appointed to fill offices. ATL Evans moves to Carnarvon as postmaster. Minnis of Sandstone named postmaster at Geraldton. all duties commenced last week.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
KA. Udy
Oral Landy
Agricultural Bank
Central Province
Geraldton and
Greening
Avsembly
Ad Flanagan
Evans
Carnarvon
Minnison
Sandstone
Geraldton
The Nursing Scheme Donation Appeal
A Telegram-like note reports a donation of £1 to the Geraldton Visiting Nursing Scheme funds. The letter urges further contributions from well wishers and thanks the donor, mentioning support from MB and the Red House Spring and Summer Show audience.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
AEH
Geraldton
Enyone
Industrial Movement in England Report from Newport
The annual Trade Union Congress at Newport Wales heard Will Thorne deliver the presidential address. He urged the recognition of political funding for property interests and pressed for state supported secular education to end child labor and improve schooling opportunities.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lonton
Newport
Wales
Will Thorne
London
Thorn
Ryan
Rumours of Egyptian Kingdom Emphatically Denied
London dispatch reports official denial of rumors claiming plans to transform Fay into a kingdom within a protectorate. The Rome correspondence notes negotiations between Turkey and Egypt, but authorities state no royal change is underway.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
Ruth
Rome
Twkey
Fay
Brit
Protectorate
Curran Knocks Out Gunner Moit in First Round
Curran defeats Gunner Moit in a heavyweight bout in London on September a, securing a first round knockout. The match ends quickly as Curran delivers a decisive blow to end the contest.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
Curran
Gunner Moit
NSW Parliament Sees Talk On Speaker Retirement
A large crowd gathered at the New South Wales Parliament as questions mounted about Speaker Mr Within’s intentions. Levien plans moving tomorrow to require Mr Willis to retire as Speaker amid dispute over the Daily Telegraph ban from the press gallery.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sydney
Marliament
House
Daily ‘Telegraph
Levien
Mr. Willis
Spanker
Leadership shakeup in Queensland opposition cited health
Brisbane Sept 1 Mr Bowman reshuffles the opposition leadership amid Ui health concerns. The move reflects internal party adjustments as health issues influence leadership dynamics in Queensland politics.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Brisbane
Bowman
Ui-health
Dine Creek Kathering River Survey Passed
In MPLBOUNSE on Sept 3 the House of Representatives approved the Dine Creek Kathering River Survey JUL amid debate over land use and the proposal to build a railway by lay labour.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Northern Territory
Mplbounse
House of Representatives
Dine Creek-Kathering
Ages Dutoun
Price of Cas Enquiry Board Recommends Lower Rate
The Cas Enquiry Board reports the price of gas is too high and proposes a standard rate of 49 per thousand cubic feet. It urges that as the dividend rises, the price paid to consumers should adjust downward accordingly.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Melbourne
Cas Enquiry Board
Gea
Turf and Jumps at Kalgoorlie Field Notes Sept 3
Race report from Kalgoorlie on September 3 details injuries from a fall in a main event, riders named for upcoming Cup and Great Western Steeplechase bets, scratchings and betting odds for several horses, with notes on two Tattersall owners and several scratched entries for Cup and Boulter Cup events.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kalgoorlie
Rein
Ballambi
Derting
Southport
Circulay
Houlder
Conge dBelire
Cwm
Sparkle
J. Flynn
Tady Uadley
J. D. Flynn
Dingwall
As Born
Saladin
Myde
Fertafix
Breonen
Muretite
Billett
Tha
Cracknell
Boklor
Rowe
Lily Veil
Alas
Pamballo
Sampson
Curmameh
Flynn
Footman
Young
Greenbank
Darcy
Grace Narling
Little Tim
Coomba
Mallow
Cootpardie
Wallowe'en
Azurine
Colesien
Dolewr
Wathlog
Golden City
Salt
Motions for probate in Koombana case at Adelaide
In the Supreme Court a motion for probate in the estate of Captain Allen of the Koombana was granted. A similar motion for John Coughlin, steward, was adjourned after the Chief Justice required evidence that Coughlin was aboard when the Koombana left Port Hedland. Coughlin's estate is valued at about £1500.
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Adelaive
Captain Allen
Koombana
Supreme Court
John Coughlin
Coughlin
Port Hedland
Sensational Dol in Noumea Reported by Steamer
Sydney reports sensational Noumea events on August 11. A 65 year old Corsican named Istafc allegedly shot at a crowd from a cottage after resisting arrest. Firearms exchanges followed, one man killed in the mêlée, the Corsican wounded seven times and captured.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sydney
Noumea
Tomy
Stafc
Hig
Hi Wan
Luere
Corscam
Boulder Meeting Triumphs In Cup At Wolverhampton
Weather dull and cold with good attendance at Wolverhampton racecourse. Entries include hurdles with Mullmorie Wirt Supter and Hetting, and relations around the Woolder Cup conflict. Also notes scratches for the Metropolitan Handicap and Crufield Cup plus a Melbourne update. Death announced of Mrs. Win McLeod of Meekatharra.
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Howider
Ladies Requested to Attend First Class Style Session
A brief notice invites ladies to join a first class stylish session led by Drew. The event aims to teach fashion flair and current trends, encouraging participants to refine their wardrobe and grooming for social occasions.
Drowning Tragedy On Melbourne Raft Scene
A sad drowning incident near Sutphine today leaves two boys dead and a third saved after a raft carried them into deep water. Richard Kerry, Lwa brothers, and McCullochs are named in an account of the attempted rescue and near-fatal plunge. A master and Ryan acted to save the swimmers as McCulloch was resuscitated.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Melbourne
Hopl
Richard Kerry
Lwa
Phenas McCulloch
Jauvers -McCulloch
Derry
Nas McCutloch
Clic McColieh
Meither
Mette
Hin
Ne Wan
Ryan
Viailies McCulloch
Arbitration Bill Advances Amid Royalty Provision Debate
In Perth on September 4 a government note announced assent to the Supply Act and White Phosphorous materials bill. The Education Bill was introduced by the Minister for Education and passed its first reading. The Arbitration Bill progressed to committee with new clauses and a Royalty clause added. The report stage was set for next item. A new provision for a royalty of £5 per ton on all prarishell was also included.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Perth
Tad
Elwation
Pasard
Asevierml
Sen
Yysrtwich
Tle
Alan
Spilling Seved 18 8 Shilig Cntond Display
A damaged OCR note describes a grand display of spring and summer goods during wet weather. It mentions showing Thursday Friday and Saturday events dated September 19th 14th and related days, urging community attention to a local sale.
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Thureday
Fruit Stall Licenses Spar Over Fairness and Fees
A letter argues fruit stall licenses unfairly favor established Marine Terrace businesses, citing high rent, rateable values, and public revenue. The writer urges designated stalls away from core shops and calls for council accountability, noting barrow vendors do not curb consumer prices or profits.
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Marine ‘Terrace
Mtghunda
Bartlett
Council On Thin Quéstios
Msafeum
Roy
Sufor
Mr. Eakins
Barrowman
Yaura
Efc
B. Macalpine
Geraldton Council and Some of Us Doings
A letter writer defends prior remarks about the Geraldton Council and councilor Gardner. He argues about sarcasm and education, questions spending of ratepayer money, and asks for space to clarify. He hints at a recreation ground issue for ladies and criticizes opponents’ civility.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Geraldton Council
Ron
Gardner
Afr
Laul
Bergmon
Robinson
Abe Counsax
Weather Forecast Fragments Hint Persistent Wetness
Fragmentary note predicts more rain with damp days ahead. The brief mentions moisture, prior wet spells, and uncertain timing, reflecting a cautious weather outlook from scattered OCR text.
Disgusted Ratepayer Attacks Town Plans in Express Letter
A letter to an Express page, dated the 22nd, questions public spending on recreation grounds and fencing for the town common. The author criticizes a proposed scheme as impractical and accuses officials of pushing wasteful projects while noting limited funds and government grants. The writer pledges to respond at the polling booth and thanks a sympathetic editor.
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Atarax Tran
Geraldton
Ayar
Bander
Gardner
Garda
Mr. Gardner
Paphe Moorle
Teporis
Tye
Chenoa
Wr . F. Davies
Tee Express
Jeter
Health restored after bile bean remedy cure
A Melbourne woman recounts a severe Liver and stomach ailment cured by Tile Mean remedy. She details back pain, indigestion, and weakness, says a widow received a box of Tile Mean, used it nightly, and regained robust health over a course. The letter promotes Tile Mean from Tile Mean Co. Sydney.
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Hauioud
Bottdar
Wanibont
Mig
Pitt Street
Sydney
Kiringly Court Rehearsals Mention Attendance and Future Plans
The Kiringly committee warns all members to attend or appoint proxies for upcoming rehearsals. A trial rehearsal was deemed valuable by Minders, while Mrs Barton Parkes, widow of Canon Barton Parkes, travels to join her daughter in Canton. The text notes new rains affecting the climate and the mission work at Talpi.
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Solway
Gevaltoy
Harton Warker
Talplug
Mra
Omalovan
Cingin
Emerald Isle Ball Draws Seventy Couples In Melbourne
Seventy couples attended the Fishernian Ball, with Irish decor and emerald colors. The night featured debutantes Miss V Craje and Kelly, a prize list including best gentleman’s fancy dress, and supper funded by local society ladies. The Empire Orchestra provided music as committees managed arrangements.
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Towa
Atosam
Kennelly
AL Kelly
Howser
UO Stuythe
Lady Friends of
Te Society
Chas. Chapman Wis
Hepburn
Conpell
Cushen
Conrace
Nions
Empire Orchestes
King's Hall
Kine Milney
Miss Congdon
Mise V Craje
Kelly
W. Clarrison
G. Welte
D Finwn
G. Webb
Rank Kidd
Churchill
Fr. Fuller
Stegigall
All Ordem for Singapore Suits to Measure
Fragmentary OCR note shows legal or procedural reference to Singapore suits and a date near September. Readable parts mention measures and an official name Charon or Ret Hroung Adee, but details are unclear.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Singapore
Telore Soon
Thurmlay
Fashionable Evening Dresses From A Glowing Assembly
A long list of women’s gowns and details fills a social fashion page, naming numerous attendees by initials or surnames and describing bodices, skirts, trimmings, fabrics, and colors. The piece emphasizes lace, crepe, satin, and embroidery as the season’s trends with reference to refined styling and decorative touches.
Victoria District Turf Club SEPTEMBER MEETING TILE ACCEPTANCES
Racing notes from Victoria show the September meeting at Victoria District Turf Club with listed entrants in the Flying Handicap and First Hack Race. The record lists horses, weights, and order with a focus on five urlomge, Rondaman, Sunwpt, and others, alongside mention of the Second Hack Race over five furlongs and a noted time for a winner. The piece also includes an unrelated local furnishing ad segment promoting home equipment and affordable prices.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Urlomge
Rondaman
Sunwpt
Sax
Punguaing
Brady Boy
Urlonxs
Bronco
Harobie
Tem Ald Dinnie
Nelly
Dante
Red House Show Postponed One Week Ad
Boisterous wet weather prompted the Red House spring and summer show to be postponed for one week.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Red House
Advt
Lawlers Picnic and Dance at Lawlers Hall
A report of a community event at Lawlers featuring a picnic for children on the race course with catering by Mr and Mrs T. McLeod. The gathering included speeches praising generosity and a subsequent social at Cremorne Hall with dancing and a deficit of details due to fragmented text.
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Lawlers
Meg
Geoat
Meteod
Ant Ars
Wad Merk
Catehan
Lonellon
Cremorne
McKenna
Muse
Heaton
Chey
Taynes
Hhe Sappee
Campbell Moffat
le Kenna
Lawl
Nulsen
Ales
Greenough sports day features and participation noted
A fragmented report from Greenough describes a Friday event with youth participation and a central program led by Mrs Young and Miss DaKing. The piece mentions a large turnout of over ten children and many adults, with events across a fine sports program and modest entry pricing.
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Mia
le Twrhoale
Liliwenie
Wall Away
Young
Gan
Lee DaKing
Yan
Vermin killer and cosmetic pomade ad copy fragment
An OCR fragment advertises a MOTHER'S Frienn pedic pomade claiming vermin removal and healing of sores and cuts. It mentions chemists, manufacturers and show items, with scattered brand-like words and unclear product connections. The readable text includes references to QHIX and Mead and mentions atto-date and well made show items.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sia
Levil
Also Mentioned on This Page
Stchone
Paior
Ajelock
E- A
Hervice
Metriet
Letras
Cerald
Tas
Vidy
J. E. Geary
Meare
R Eliot
Z. F. Geary
Fhagol Taub
Fingvitath
O'Connor
Cis
Leos
Vdy'n Steremor
Planngan
AL Marshall
Flanagan
Lefroy
Cay
Pastory
England
Winal Trades Union Congress
Apeequ
Wort
New South Wales
Liberty OF the Press
Queensland
Regtans
Soulder CLI Riders
Great Western
Qoolgardie Scratc
the Koombana's Company, Motions For Probate
Boulder Meeting
Imwaveil
Tiurdles
Murmdorrie
Supter
Hetting
Wueilorrie
Lilywell
Epsom
Metropolitan
Sxdsey
Pearl Harley
Thirston
Sartania
Styria
Boy Scowt
Fpso
Hobadea
Gartania
Majuba
Storia
Thornee
Noyalty
Onnington
Miarrstan
Tami
Bath
Rosin
Abernian
Heaning
Collen
Met
Sutpinen
Mithernhn
Colleen Tawn
Ming Higa Cameron
Juger
Ant Tros
Moser
Randell
Noylan
Mare
Geovith
P. Lawrence
T. Fehnunuls
Tfreb
Sten May
Jahnson
Craford
AL Hinith
Meese
B. Conlon
Blight
C. O'Neil
Atlas
Fidtor and Co
A. Gibson & Go.’s
E.P
Victoria District Turf Club
Wen
Steve Maddy
Bearelary
Miike Haun
Minn Stewart
Nurse Dudley
Minn K. O'Coonnell
Croaan Ak
Omar Wld Exten
Miss J, Crawford
Mier Phipps
Mite A. Tealey
Mike Fe Kellys
Misa. Sheridan
Mee
Tindal
Critch
Amd Poarts
Finn and
Duttons
Edwards
Mors
Atuyphy
Mmniliowr
Prope de Chine
Gilver
Mw UK
Saydatuns
Evenisg Arom
Orion
Valercani
Aptramedd
Cremitudd
Uluy Voile
Vfler Wess
Wopburs
Mere
Ki. Lowe
Fale
Drewss Ming Mie Weis
Elma Wit
Silk Fringe
Chhata Wien
Victoria
District Turf Club
Paiewell
Llyn
Bondsman
Sunspuit
Salutary
Mee Carbineer
Nat Septemner Wandicad
Miss Carbineer
Cdonan
Tribune
Gossip
Aurobin
Bonald Dini
Dandy
Wi Zimpel
SPV
Dremel
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