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Newspaper
Geraldton Express
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Sep 11, 1907
Page
3
Fragmentary OCR notes reference Blecyho plate and sterling silver wedding presents. Mentions Wineberg Geraldten Jewellery Arcade and Harine Trruace Geraldtor in unclear context. No clear event or person details to verify.
Residents of Sharks Bay vote to petition the Medical Department for a visiting doctor and for building improvements at the local school. They criticize existing facilities and urge government action ahead of upcoming federal and state allocations. Mentions ship movements and local hospitality figures, noting turnover in the board and community leadership.
A mining accident near Meekatharra resulted in the deaths of workers at a remote site. About 800 tons of material were hoisted, with teams battling to recover the bodies as authorities inspected the scene and considered safety measures for ongoing operations.
The Erin Farmers' Association reports new members joining this term including Tipper celest, J. Stielits, O. Bunter, Thomsen, Samwiers, Boron, W. Buster, Nell Tarnad Thicklix, J. Tunero and Ly Parker. Secretary We TF Sannilive notes two meetings held and ongoing association activities in Valier.
Disjointed Lyons River report details drover movements and cattle from Wardases to Ainge, plus wool shipments from various stations. Notes mention water flow, pastoral prospects in Teophanene district, and upcoming Carnive Week show with large sales and contracts.
Fragmentary report covers a civil claim of £30 and a second claim for 23 shillings and 9 pence. Mentions defendants, plaintiffs, and a judge named Walter. Describes a daily court scene with testimony, potential non-suit, and an upcoming event where a junior will travel to Geraldton to play Railway.
London dispatch cites The Times claiming Abd el Rak Suli seeks terms unacceptable to civilised governments. It notes Mutua Hafid offers Germany the port of South Agadir for aid, with Hafid massing troops around 600.
Tas Shire Manager reports stock and broker actions at Stock Exchange Buildings Perth. Entries show various items and prices including copper 70 12 6d, lead 20, consolidations 25 Tad, and Lake View Consols 11s Od with other shares and figures. miscellaneous goods noted with scattered values.
Adelaide report says a diver named Biewsel died while unloading goods from a wagon jammed between the wagon and a warehouse wall. The incident occurred on a Tuesday with authorities investigating causes of the fatal accident.
Fragmentary report describes an incident on Monday night involving Bichilan and Teak Pouwowe with a rifle and the presence of Captain Sumour. Sydney, Pursday Geaning, and tram conductors are mentioned in disjointed phrases, with no clear sequence of events or outcomes.
Fragmented wartime style report detailing a barque wreck off the New Zealand coast near the jetty with crew missing and subsequent legal and local political commentary. Mentions Captain Biman, Constance Craig, and the Mary Isabel passenger vessel, along with shore observations and related wartime casualty mentions. The piece also touches on Australian and Western Australian political topics and local notices.
At Bunbury Police Court this morning Kicbillan faced charges connected to Leah Paurade. He was remanded to Pinjarcah for further proceedings.
A fragment from Perth reports the ss Anelina arrived this morning and is delayed by weather. The steamer is scheduled to sail tomorrow for Geraldton to discharge 200 tons of goods, 80 ewes, and five rams.
Porth Tuesday Brennne, the Criminal Cover, was acquitted on a perjury charge tied to an Mohan case. The proceedings were reported from a room mamad Mallis.
A largely attended meeting at Queen's Mall discussed Western Australia’s control over its fiscal policy. Speakers criticized federal interference and urged constitutional changes to empower WA to determine its own budget. A motion to modify the constitution was carried by acclamation and a copy sent to the Prime Minister seeking government support for state interests.
Aare Trummeter Finchess, member of the islander corps, was practicing with a Morris tile attached to his rifle when a mishap caused a painful injury to his finger. The incident occurred in the afternoon during training. Medical staff expect a cautious recovery.
Fragmentary local wheat market notes from London indicate arrivals, consignments by George Wilts and Be, and price movements in the Weal region. Limited legible details suggest a realized return of a quarter and ongoing care by buyers and sellers this week.
This morning the 5£ Gawanhara departed Alveny for London via Smith Africa carrying 1540 lops of wheat and tons of flour, slipped by Messrs. Pieseo Brothers of Katanning.
Mulbourne Toosiay Evening reports a query to the House of Representatives. Sir John Poriest asks Sir William Lyne about the TranAustralias Weilway Survey. ABIL forwarded to the South Australian Government. Lyne says the matter is referred and no reply yet received after two days.
A Tuesday evening collision in Melbourne left Meeks in hospital with a concussion and in a critical condition after a motor car struck another vehicle. Police and local doctors continued to assess the injured driver and passengers.
The Perth parliament met on Tuesday with readings on Workers' Compensation and Vaccination Bills. Debates resumed on Mr Glowry's motion as Lanesford chaired and adjourned discussions to the next sitting.
Last night a farewell service for Sergt Connor and his family was held at the Presbyterian church. A large congregation attended as tributes and music highlighted the good years of service by Mrs Connor and family, with gifts presented and heartfelt best wishes for their new sphere of labors.
The Legislative Assembly considers committee findings on attractive, sovorpaid municipalities over six years. Debate centers on the second century at the Premantly Donk Oil project with Br. Bolton pushing for adjournments.
An incomplete Adelaide scene notes figures and names amid a disrupted report. The fragment mentions John Layton and Mackdan, with unclear events about a domestic incident and an implied electoral context, but details are garbled and uncertain.
A grounded vessel at Port River obstructs the extension of the canal, hindering cargo ships and prompting officials to consider dredging the river Chaplain. Authorities have received complaints about the disruption to shipping and the need for navigable waterways.
Bonnington's Trish Moss A coctain cure for Coughs and Golde. One trial will convince you that it is a reliable remedy. Whooping cough is dangerous, but Chamberlains Cough Remedy liquifies mucus, eases expectoration, reduces coughing attacks, and is sold by chemists and storekeepers.
The Geraldton Express notes Chamberlain's Tablets claim to refresh eyesight, clear brain, brighten complexion, and cleanse the system of poisonous matters causing bilious headaches. Sold by chemists and stores. stated that expression offers a twelve month subscription by mail at 12 shillings in advance.
The Sydney reports indicate Labor dominance rising in the Mecoportiay area as ministers clash with independents. Projections show Labor nearing a decisive share with about 21 seats in the country, ministers around 20, independents about five, shaping a close overall balance.
A historical ad touts Bonnington's Lush Moss as a remedy for chest throat and lung ailments. It claims long use over 39 years provides relief though the credibility of the claim is unclear from the fragment.
A Monday evening Gealdton Week Committee meeting in the Down Hell consaiure room drew good attendance. Officers were elected and the year’s programme adopted with two alterations: Ingoldinsie’s grant raised to 440 and printing and publicity set to 85, totaling 590. Debate over spending 50 on the Gay Gordon Pipers saw an amendment defeated.
Fragmentary OCR lists battery returns and tonnages for various ships and items. Mentions Malgarrne PAL 150 tons, 380g ddwe, 1860 14 tons Sap Bent, 1291 31 tons 170% Sdwe, Lady Kato 2700, Lady Torne 5 tons, Halcyon Extended 36 Lone for 181 Litt Pig Well PA 419, 104 tons for 1az Sw.
An advertisement extolls Bile Beans as the safe natural remedy for headaches and digestive disorders. It claims liver and stomach balance, relief within hours, and a testimonial from F. Nargar of Torbanies, urging ongoing use if symptoms recur. Available from chemists and stores at 1s 2d per box, holds three times.
The debate centers on protectionist policy impacts with Premier and ministers clashing over who bears the costs. Speakers argue manufacturers and financiers benefited from protection while Western Australia contends for its industrial future and national profits.
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