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Newspaper
Geraldton Express
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Sep 24, 1913
Page
3
The council discussed rate arrears collection and power charges, while the Geraldton Show preparations highlighted carnival programs and local donations. A railways widening promise, port trade notes, and a Mullowa to Yona railway movement were also reported with dates and local figures.
The Lancaster Opera Company presents a three night engagement directed by T St Clair from Shattenbury theatre Werth. The tour features Tanenter Operatic Quintets and Countly sketch artists THU and MetFltt with Parkey and Tous tug acts. Box plans open at Chaphiog’s jeweller for advance seating. patrons advised to buy early to avoid disappointment.
The Mesident Magistraus forwards a letter from Ray Ayonl Geel to the Geraldton Licensed Vi tuullers' Association secretary. It cites the Licensing Act 1911 section 5h, urging that temporary or occasional licenses require at least 18 hours notice to police. The writer complains notices are not always given and asks editors to publish the letter to publicize the issue.
In Northampton yesterday Mick King defeated Billy Hart in a £50 side match lasting four rounds. Hart pressed early but King dictated with strong straight blows and controlled later rounds, with King delivering decisive punches as Hart faltered on the ropes. Browne reportedly set to face King at Gorriton New Year.
The fragment describes a disrupted scene with garbled names and terms about wealth, men, and energy. It mentions OMILMATE Corto and Mt and references Mofee Aigrar and water conditions. The text is too corrupt to identify a clear event or outcome.
Sept 24. The inquest on the remains of Sir Agthur Pouglas, killed in a recent railway disaster, found a verdict of manslaughter against Veefvalle River Candle, who had charge of the locomotive involved in the crash.
London dispatch notes Sir Forward Carson leading a Freeing campaign in Austria drawing attention. The Daily Chronicle claims the title has incited crime and suggests Privy Council removal. A plan to install provisional government lists Sir Forward Carson as General with Sir W. Adair and Colonel G. Pain in key roles.
A Sept 23 aviation incident near Chararang flight lasted 18 minutes. The aircraft carried a pilot and several passengers. The fatal weight of the cargo remains unclear with AL stone noted.
London notes a resolution of the omnibus strike with workers securing recognition of the right to wear union insignia while on duty. The report mentions ongoing strains and a push to maintain solidarity among staff during the dispute.
An excerpt from Strand Magazine recounts Captain Scott's Antarctic expedition. It describes the march toward the Pole, January to March, enduring crevasses, frostbite, hunger, and near fatal hardships as the party battles cold and exhaustion.
A damaged listing notes rolling watss and staples like water and milk, sugar, and wilkyn cures as sold by grocers and manufacturers. It mentions ratios and proportions for preservation, with the sale price near one unit per item.
Northampton farmers gathered for the annual show with large attendance despite scattered showers. The committee reported major improvements to the show shed, shelving, and seating at a cost over £200, while prize money exceeded £100 in many classes. Judges praised displays yet noted too many classes with no entrants and uneven entries across cattle, poultry, and grain sections.
Fragmented OCR lists exhibitors and prizes from a district fair. Names include Mrs J Smith Miss Mew Guinness and Miss Patvink with collections and baked goods. Events mention best fowl and various craft sections and prizes across multiple categories.
In Yalgoo on Samweday a tarawell dance honored Miss Sida Filey of Needham earlier resident at Yalgin and Miss Mriend at Church of Baglort with a silver commemorative mirror. A marriage between Mr Tegmalil Feemlin and Miss Bait Haro of Yuin Reet Ateasrs' Lewis was announced. The Crowded event at the Miners' Institute and a later gathering at the rare course featured several speakers and a social day despite weather impacts.
Professor Paterson of WA University is slated to lecture in the Parish Hall on Friday evening but Victoria District Flour Company’s meeting clashes. A revised plan proposes Paterson speak Friday afternoon at the Show Ground, allowing attendees from both events to attend. The itinerary includes Northampton arrivals on the 20th, travel to Alana, return by Wednesday the 1st, and speeches at Hotellic and Werhanies Institute with local district notices.
A fragmented note from a visitor to Geraldton, South Australia, describes arranging consultations and health services at the Victoria Hotel in Geraldton. It references a speaking engagement or consultation schedule with times listed for Thursday and Friday, and promotes dietary and digestive health guidance offered by a consultant named Arthur Malcolm and Berth Canetti.
Chronile Chen complainta about coughs and colds. Linseed compound advertised to loosen phlegm and ease irritation. Product marketed for respiratory relief with claims of soothing effect. No clinical endorsement provided. Local notice format mirrors era advertising style.
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