Local and General News of Geraldton and Surrounds
A varied Geraldton page describes church services at the Methodist Church with morning and evening choirs, a mayoral reception for Governor Vik Fyeelloney, continuation classes including millinery and shorthand, and a police court note. It notes the Royal Fremantle steamer due next week, a children's fancy dress ball summary, tides, weather outlook, and local civic notices.
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Webern Australia
Fremantle
Geraldton
Derby
Forts
Nalmwalt
Pathetic scenes as hero killed in London tenement collapse
London reporters describe a deadly tenement collapse that killed a heroic rescuer and several evacuees. Crowds watched firemen clear debris while distraught families searched for children. A man named Salmon rushed into the ruins to save two children but perished when the roof fell. Eight bodies were recovered, with others feared buried under tons of bricks and mortar.
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London
Beime
Triblin
Renler
Aldo
Yvimere
Sorrell to Box Printer in Mourning Night Clash
Bert Sorrell travels from Bachera to Geraldton and says he is in splendid form for the bout with Joe Printer tomorrow night promoted by Mick King. Printer also sounds confident with one aim clear, and first class preliminaries are set as boxing begins at pm. Prices in another column.
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Bert Sorrell
Joe
Geraldton
Bachera
Teel
Sorrell
Mick King
Wolfe's Schnapps Medicinal Stimulant Ad
An old advertising snippet touts Wolfe's Schnapps as the world’s greatest medicinal stimulant. It claims Wolfe's Schnapps as an absolute aid, likely connected to Baerita branding in a vintage tonic context.
Federal Politicos Debate No-Confinement Motion
Melbourne Sept 4 telegram reports House of Representatives debate on a no confinement motion. The Speaker cast a decisive vote against the motion as reform discussions proceed amid party lines.
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Melbourne
Iwusy of Representatives
Naval base at Premantia receives telegraph challenge
Unclear telegram from PERURBEN and Fremn t t An ed defin it Fre sdf encl asks about intentions toward the miyat bade. The government denies further work until an emergency report is appointed. Mel panns departs to explain the position upon arrival.
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Fresdantia
Akon
Premantia
Welaren
Esterlay
Ani
Mel Panns
Crawley Motor Accident Mystery Reported
Perth September 5 A convoluted account of the Crawley motor accident on August 28. The inquest heard evidence from Serditch about industrial fault and surrounding circumstances. The verdict remains unclear amid chaotic testimony.
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Perth
Annes
Crawley
Hannans Handicap at Kalquorlie Sets Wide Field
Horse racing notes recount the Kalgoorlie Cup and Hannans Handicap, with Phird West and Toweel among favorites. Jockey Audux guides Pilbara toward the finish as Chiat Secretary holds off rivals, while other entrants like Simple Maid and Corstep vie for minor placings in a crowded field and fading pace.
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Kalquorlie
Chiat Sereotary
Hannans
Onsanit
Garyey
Borritt
Madag
Woodhen
Ant Sleatton
Musars
Woodhead Amt
Straflon
Pilkaera
Avon
Fon Flynn
Syret Delline
Ftriet
Bower Agu
T Lo
Gon Tevet Stark
Phird West
Toweel
Wannell
Jockes
Audux
Wite
Pilbara
Plivigny
Simple Maid
Corstap
Ome Secretare
Munch
Bert
Kajuwiri
Goldfields Racing Carnetvat at Hampton Mundjeap
Racing note lists weights for the Hampton Mundjeap handicap at Kolzeorlie tomorrow. Entries include Artesian Swameor Beverage as Chief Secretary and several named horses with weights and positions. The fragmentary text mentions One mile and a quarter race, with multiple horse names and weights spread through the garbled listing.
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Hampton
Kolzeorlie
Ames
Saupea
Morelia
Kaluyni
West Park
Froeger
Balmain
Lord Maral
Port Geraldton urged to expand wheat loading facilities
Geraldton council pressed for immediate action to improve wheat handling at the port. Dr Stone and Dr Goldberg urged rail and harbor authorities to upgrade loading gear, aiming to keep trade from Fremantle as vast new farming districts open up nearby. The council agreed to approach the Railways and Public Works departments for better jetty facilities and harbor plans.
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Muniicipal S Council
Cre Stone
Jie
Chamber of Commerce
Trad
Res Association
Tay Pawn Rifle Club
Ceraldian Rifle Cubay
Fremante
Tee
Géraldton
Goltberg
Stone
Mitsiewa
Perenjori
Geraldton
Mullewa Wongan Hills
Hey
Cre. Stone and
Goldberg
West Australian Rifle Team Fund Drive Progress
Contributions collected by G A Touston support sending a West Australian rifle team to compete in the Commonwealth Intel at Brisbane. Funds cover travel, equipment, and entry costs for the Queensland event.
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G. A. Touston
Brisbane
Personal Correspondent Reports Illness and Recovery Hopes
A correspondent writes of Mrs I W Allen of Howes state and others in town facing illness. Dr Macwirran and Sure Regan are noted, with recovery seen for some, while local figures including Taylors practice, Neo nine and Coggiell changing roles are mentioned amid town life.
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Mra. I. W. Allen
Howes
Macwirran
Regan
Allen
Ieraliion
Wis
Stowes Fatale
Perth bachelor tax sparks charity drive and public debate
An 1880s Perth celebration funded a hospital for mothers and babies through a bachelor tax. The scheme aimed to influence public morals, with opposition arguing it unfairly targets unmarried men while financing social care. The piece notes broader political controversy and references Melbourne and Chicago as context.
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Wes Aveneiling
Chicago
Aletaphti
Memphis
M2 Clivix
Peppermint Cure Claim Promoters Trade Mark
Fragments note rising population and a boastful claim about a commonwealth future. The text advertises Woods Great Peppermint Cure and Linseed Compound by Kay's Compound Faience of Linseed for coughs and colds as a trade mark product.
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Commonwealth
Land of Liberty
Kay
Geraldton's Growing Trade Stirs Port Preparations
Geraldton's Municipal Council and Chamber of Commerce push to expand shipping facilities as grain flows intensify. Officials warn last year's handling chaos by the Railway Department risks repetition as wheat movement across Victoria rises toward a million bushels this season, demanding proactive port upgrades and planning.
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Chamber of Commerce
Armins
Grralnon
Viet Loria
Iseawyn
Stone
Geraldton
Railway Department
Amuddie
Son
Proposed Municipal Loan for Gerabian Property Owners
A notice outlines a proposed municipal loan of 2,500 for a schedule of local improvements. It targets property owners within Gerabian, defines owner terms, and states the roll of owners will be open for inspection from September 4 at the Town Clerk’s office for gathering consent.
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Gerabiian
Ds. Akerl
Hasler
Geraldton Town faces Civil Service Club at Queen's Park
Geraldton Town selects nine players including Meason and Challinor to meet Civil Service Club tomorrow at Queen's Park. Civil Service names Cutler Curtis and Mealey back lines with Powell Pass Kelly Tek Glendinning in forwards as both clubs push for points in a potential title decider after CS batters winning all matches and Town securing two victories.
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Geraldton Town
Saluelay
Ca Meason
Mags
Deasington
Challinor
Thompson
Scott
Kiddy Bishop
Kennedy
Ashton
Jefery
May Rick
Queen's Park
Civil Servier
Geraldson Town
Cutler
Curtis
S. Mealey
Phillips
Linseed Compound for Coughs and Colds Ad
An old advertisement touts Linseed Compound as a proven remedy for chest complaints and coughs and colds. It mentions Woods' Great Peppermint Cure as another option but notes some failure cases with coughs and colds.
Pink Pills credited for curing nervous breakdown in Australia
A reader recounts relief from severe neuralgic and nervous symptoms after using Dr Williams Pink Pills. She describes trembling, involuntary movements, sleeplessness, and loss of appetite improved by the treatment, praising the pills and urging others to try them.
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William
St. Vitus
Jessie Monat
Poin
Mount Morgan
Miafist
Titan
Ant Dan
Australasia
Picnicers Enjoy Easy Coffee Mix Convenience Trend
Frustrations of picnic prep ease amid labor costs noted as SMKMAIN Coffee and Milk mix arrives. It promises correct quantity of Cores Swear and Milk with only the addition of poil for a complete beverage. Stocked by local grocers and shops for immediate use.
Wheat prospects in Goomalling district described in report
The Victoria Agricultural Department reports strong wheat prospects in the Goomalling district with high milling and baking quality across varieties. It notes evidence from experimental field plots on water absorption, loaf quality and yield potential, stressing improvements in State cultivation for bread making.
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USA
Mirwsiiriiye
Vie
Raps
Natra
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