Death of a Murchison Pioneer Bourke of Toodyay
The notice records the sudden death of Mr Michael James Bourke a Gartque resident of Tomllyay near Geraldton. He was son of the late Mr Hourty of Ballanvane and born at Toodyay. He lived an adventurous life moving to Murchison and Cholgardie goldfields earning fame for early mining exploits. He leaves a brother and a sister and many friends across Toodyay and Mak Janvane.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Murchison
Tomlyay
Tomllyay
Michael James Bourke
Sill
Kanowna
Sumlay
Aigust
Melourke
Mson
Mev, Hourty
Ballanvane
Toodyay
Meluby
Geraldlen
Murchixon
Ned
Cholgardie goMields
Lorkmore
Northam
Mra
Meennan
Mak Janvane
Thetyay
Ubeir Oer
Triumvirate ad warns Geraldton voters in local loan debate
A disputed letter in the Express criticizes a three-man ruling as overbearing. It discusses road works, municipal greens, and financing for a loan of about £8500, urging property owners to vote Yes while noting voting rights for non-resident owners and the need for ballots on polling day.
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Risitor
Express
Owsery
Geraldton
Tetley Street
Noglant
George Washington
Ina
Bern
Eyuncife
Geraldion
Forel
Ansious Force Advanemant of
Deraldtam
Ate
LANGE
Balkan Imbroglio Turkiye and Bulgaria Reach Accord
Constantinople report states that Turkey and Bulgaria have agreed on the principal points of their frontier dispute. In Paris, French officials announce a Turkish loan of 22,400,000 pounds funded by Turkish duties and a proposed income tax, tied to French demands over the Syria railways and customs reforms. The outlines include concessions on railway influence and fiscal measures as part of the settlement.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Constantinople
Turkey
Bulgaria
Paris
Djaidiy
OM. Pichon
France
Berlin Gas Explosion Claims Fourteen Lives in Coburg
A gas explosion destroyed Coburg House causing fourteen deaths as residents ignored a warned gas leak and started a fire. The blast blew the dwelling apart, ignited flames, and trapped several victims under debris and wreckage. Families in six nearby houses were displaced.
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Coburg Howe
Howe
Strabane Rail Disaster Charged Crew Impaired by Drink
London reports Neil Fullerton engine driver and William Doherty fireman charged after Strabane railway crash. Three witnesses say Doherty was drunk and Fullerton appeared intoxicated as the train, at about 19 miles per hour, entered Strabane Station.
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London
Strabane
Neil Fullerton
William Doherty
Doherty
Fullerton
Strabane Station
Dublin Strike Paralyzes Trade in Dobbin City
London reports a general strike in Dublin due to labor disputes paralyzing trade and rising prices. Masters consider actions against non signers of a pledge against Larkinisma. Molin Employers Federation says it abandoned conference after failing to reach a viable agreement with strikers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
Dobbin
Miolin Employers’ Federation
Tates
Reece Sets World Snooker Records in One Day Play
London reports that billiards player Reece achieved two world records in a single day while facing Falkiner. He compiled 7S and 928 breaks, and scored 3,758 points in 1M minutes, marking remarkable totals in the season and world table statistics.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
Falkiner
Reece
Wella to Fight Carpentier at National Sporting Club
London report states heavyweight boxers Wella and Carpentier set to clash on December 8 at the National Sporting Club for a purse of 509 pounds and a prize of 2000 pounds.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
Wella
Carpentier
National Sporting Club
Wheat Handling Meeting in Geraldton Demands Better Facilities
A Greenough Farm Pew Club meeting last Monday debated wheat handling for export. Members urged the government to provide improved facilities at Geraldton, citing the Railway Commissioner’s statement that no major hurdles are foreseen this year. The motion to forward a telegram to MP OL Nansen passed unanimously.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Greenough Farmpew’ Club
Commissioner of Railways
OL. Nansen
Geraldton
Grealdton
The Great Peppermint Cure In A Wartime Tale
In a WWful RAND reflection the speaker laments sorrow at a life cut short and recalls a physician named Muir. The dawn brings mixed sentiments as praise shifts to Woods’ famous Peppermint Cure, credited with relief and survival.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Muir
Southern Cross death by own action report
A fragmentary notice reports the death of Humphries amid unclear circumstances. It notes his partner Lyneih Iodda and mentions prior communications and an apparent self harm act preceding his departure for a meal with a inferences of intent.
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Humphries
Lenas
Humphrie
Lyneih Iodda
Tuaphirten Jemterday
Painin
Eyamide
Abu
Fremantle Jeweller Duped by Stranger in £100 Deception
Perth dispatch reports a Fremantle jeweller was swindled by a stranger posing as a business contact. The con man lured the jeweller with promises connected to a mayoral purchase, leading to a transfer of four horsehair gems and money totaling £100, later revealed as counterfeit or misrepresented. The scheme exploited the jeweller’s trust and local trust in civic figures.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Perth
Wiranger
Laveronce
Fremancly
NSW Politics High Stakes Midway Scheme Faces Veto
Sydney reports reveal internal party divisions over a proposed midway rail scheme costing funds and delaying a government wave. Government stance remains unsettled as Waris Committee and public works references drive debate.
Mt Magnet Miner notes on Geraldton Sandstone match
Mt Magnet Miner reports on the Geraldton side with Joe Raulshaw praising Geraldton players in the ruck. Puddy, Stokes, Carwardine, McCilyras, Meadowcroft, and Dawson loom large in the match and local rivals Lydon and Mutten are noted for effort as both teams battled toughly.
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Mt. Magnet
Joe Raulshaw
Geraldton
Puddy
Ife
Groesster
Stokes
Carwardine
ty @ nulleck
McCilyras
Mradowcroft
Te Bi
Raton
Champior
Boxing rematch set for Northamton public show
A boxing rematch is planned at Northampton on a scheduled night. Mick King of Hershlion is linked to the event along with another unnamed rival and promoter. Financial terms include a 121.61 payment enclosed in the letter.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mick King
Hershlion
Fire Damages Shop In Marine Terrace Incident
A blaze swept through a shop at the corner of Marine Terrace and Wir Macher Mirett near Nightwatetuien Whoreon. Firefighters arrived quickly, with water supply and ventilation used to suppress flames. The building showed heavy smoke and heat, with contents badly damaged and the shop likely destroyed. Investigators consider matches as a possible cause, while a watchman and neighbors aided early on. Insurance coverage is noted. fire authorities remain on scene assessing damage.
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ROMM
Tre
Windeas
Regan
Avery
Irén
Delay Is Dangerous Read About a Village Hero
A warning from Fremantle about kidney danger follows a tale of a heroic village rescue by hand at night. The ad promotes Doan’s Backache Kidney Pills as a proven remedy, citing a testimonial from E. Miller of East Fremantle who recovered after using the pills and claims they cured her husband’s kidney symptoms. Doan’s pills are pitched as the leading remedy, available from 313 Murray Street Perth at 2/8 per bottle, with six-bottle pricing.
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Hollain
Intel Amrély
E. Miller
Edmund Street
East
Fremantle
Hettee
Dean
Doan
Ty Fouter McClellan Co
Murray Street
Perth
Rainfall floods Northampton district. assault case rises
From Northampton correspondent report details a heavy rain storm bringing about 17 inches of rainfall in the district with more to come. A serious assault case involves Fr Bell and Mr Strekker over a dispute regarding Northampton Prus gency. Strekker bailed on remand. Moon, celestial event, arouses town curiosity but fears subside. Agricultural Show plans and mining matters are briefly noted.
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Northampton
Yntornyatlog
Bell
Strekker
Morrison
de Boy
Strokker
Varius
Old Luna
Bacquch
Express
Harvey
Corey
Musical Achievements in Local Music Examinations
In exams conducted by the Associated Board at the festival academy and the Royal College of Music, several students achieved success. Notable names include Shirlock, Stokes, Picturing, Haddy, Kirk, Browne, Turnas, Fuller, and Stone, with high marks in theory and rudiments.
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Ftuval Academy
Royal College of Music
Northampton Show Train Arrangements
Special excursion trains announced for Northampton and Geraldton with services from Ayana and intermediate stations. Departure times vary, including a 7.9 am from Geraldton and a 8 pm return, with stops on request. Alterations: 9.50 am service moved to 7.39 am, Northampton arrivals and departures adjusted, and additional travel details for September dates.
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Wiley
Northampton
Geraldton
Ayana
Rustic ball at Magenie reaches grand finale
The event drew the bachelors, guests, and organizers into a lively evening of dancing and socializing. Mr Thos Varruthres and Master Jack Mothort led efficient supervision while Miss Linthorne supplied decorations and Miss Netta Liatharre aided supper tables. An attentive crowd applauded violin performances and the overall coordination, with preparations and postevent praise highlighting community effort.
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Magenie
Yuriks
RG Rummerston
Thos
Varruthres
Jack Mothort
Ann
Morawa
Mertens
Morris
Bennet
Eilaes
Darter
Reid
Mosdamus Hope
Ete
Parker
Mrs Whitly
Archival Gilchrist and the Morals in a Century
The fragmentary text names Archival Gilchrist and mentions poetic works and moral lessons. It notes his role as writer and editor, a period of illness, and a decline in health. The piece references medical treatment abroad and a long past era.
Linseed Compound Stockport Remedy for Coughs
An advanced note promotes Linseed Compound as the Stockport Remedy for coughs and colds with forty years of proven efficacy, highlighting its long standing use and claimed relief.
The Hibernian Ball at Ushurrian Society Hall
A lively Town Hall gathering for the annual Hibernian Ball showcased decorated interiors with greenery and flags. Ladies received prizes for fancy costume while MC duties and music from Jupp’s orchestra ensured a festive, well attended event with many attendees departing after late revelry.
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Focal Ushurrian Society
T —Mesdames
Criteh
Crean
Ahearn
Rogan
Clarke
Raynor
Ald
Kelly
Gordon
Marty
Groessler
Rasani
G_ Rasani
Jupp
Morning Cofer Coffee Ad Copy
Fragment from a vintage newspaper item promoting Morning Cofer coffee as a durable, portable beverage option. The ad mentions coinage of a denent notice, stocking by grocers, and NestA tinning, with references to various brands and locations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Denent
NESTA
Bunnington’s Jubes A medley pastille for coughs and chest complaints
An advertisement describes Bunnington’s Jubes A pastilles as pleasant and effective for huskinne in leritatives and chest ailments. The text mentions TLINSEED COMPOUND for coughs and colds and claims proven efficacy for chest complaints.
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Bunnington
Huskinne
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Geraltion Cricket Club
Wat Revting
Balkan Imbroglio
Turkisic Finance
Atulanginy
Berlin
Theman
Dublin
Weles-Carpentier
Greenough Parmprs
Southern Cross
PSP
EVTO
Ssebe
Fremantle Jeweller
Guiled Thtamonte
New South Wales
Vaucus
Gio Britis
Sydney
ISU
Wiens
Num
Dawson
Lydon Aras
Kidd
Daylas
Lynah
Boxing
Kpmg V
Hee Vicpora
Owen McKenna
Wien
Vittoria Msiriek
Panu
Waedarn
Soldosque
Thinndalners
Giron
Te Gray
Sountiyty
Nature
Huuble OL
Willer
Mile
Loman
Vitadia
Kady Pla
B.th
Vyy
Reem
Airliebet
Aline Aml Tatich Deanbeim
Stewor Cheyal Bek
Puneuding
Dib
Rwoh
Wate
LO Tis
Associated Board Examinations
Tee
Sum Teat
Wolo
Severn
Wighly
Lungth
Archival Gilchrist
Jeri
Mutyan
Cain
St George's Buildings
Marine Terrace
Ewes Street
Hardwicke & CO
Cmd
A. Aduadl
Hardwicke & GO
Sontag
Mego
Hibernian
Tihvasor
Satan
Wire Belgade
Mes ‘Stieldon
Ad Chuke
Rew Hands
Hincon
Mbswes
W Cross
Chanpion
Shebian
Marke
Wiss S. Aradtey
Wink Coma
Misa Fray
Lee
Ming
Miss A. Mepteg
Jace
Atle M. Kelly
Miss Shaw
Aise Fisley
Hyan
Mo Strndivy
Richie
Mwy
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