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Newspaper
Geraldton Guardian
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Apr 23, 1908
Page
3
Obituary note mourns the death of Sir Henry Campbell Sannerman a great statesman whose passing is deeply regretted. The piece reflects on his public service and influence.
London dispatch reports the death of Rt. Hon. Sir Henry Cornwall-Bhmerucin after a period of partial consciousness and fading awareness as an illness or condition advanced across Europe and the Empire. The report notes the sudden decline and the broader impact as news spreads.
Police uncover a plot to murder King Memuel in London during April 1995. Republicans advised him to remember the fate of his father and brother, both assassinated recently.
London reports the MT Temple wreck off Trom Bound Inland near Nova Sea. The Canadian Pacific vessel, carrying about 600 passengers, was refloated and towed to port. Underwriters celebrate the salvage as a potential £190,000 saving.
A moonlighting raid on a farmer Rowntrees house in Ireland leads to a fatal shooting after the farmer, mistaking his wife for an assassin, fires in the dark. A tragic error during a night attack leaves a household in shock and authorities investigating the event.
Report from Guatemala details a serious incident as President Cabrera was wounded while escorting the American Minister. Several men opened fire with revolvers and bombs were used amid charges of an attempted ambush and political motive.
Lenron reports a training college for German officials to aid colonies at Stamburg. The Duke of the Abruzzi plans to wed American heiress Miss Elkins, with consent from the King of Trely. In Japan opium crimes carry capital penalties. China reports 160000 opium culprits annually. Von Bülow seeks papal influence in Poland land expropriation opposition. Guardian subscription announced at 3d per quarter or 128 fd yearly in advance.
Telegrams report that interstate representatives will arrive in Melbourne for the Premier's Conference. The gathering will open Tuesday in the State Parliament House at the Exhibition Buildings with Governor Talbot presiding. Prime Minister Deakin and Treasurer Lyne will represent the Federal Ministry, along with any other ministers Deakin desires.
Sydney April 38 report on the collision between the Queensland mail train and the Glen Innes tram at Murrurundi was considered in Cali net. It was decided to hold a searching inquiry by an independent body of experts. Dr Maitland went from Sydney to see patients in the hospital but holds out little hope of recovery for David Maf fat. Other patients are recovering.
A note reports the Japanese steamer Yarate Mara sailing for Yokohama with no Chinese passengers or cargo aboard from Chinese merchants. The item highlights ongoing boycotts affecting trade routes and shipping practices between China and Japan.
Melbourne reports the Victorian Railway Commissioners defend their emergency response after the Bendigo Ballarat collision. 343 yards from Sun Shine Bendigo signals overrun. driver claims he saw lights but the air brake failed to stop the train. Ambulance and doctors dispatched promptly. a public inquiry will be held.
Incomplete broadcast shows names and titles across provinces including North East and Central, with several people named as solicitors officers merchants publicans farmers and journalists. Several electoral selections appear alongside various regional figures, but the fragmentary text omits clear outcomes or full context.
Perth April 13 a five roomed jarrah house at Maylands occupied by Mr George Payne was destroyed by fire this morning origin unknown.
A lively Social Notes item details stalls in the town hall hall with children's goods and crafts led by Mrs Baston Mrs Brede and Mrs Lal fan. An auction sale of remaining items is proposed though not realized. Performances by Miss Wash dell and others, outfits displayed by several ladies, and a tentative plan to improve future singing and dancing events. Also mentions rising tobacco use in the UK, a London judge’s quip, a mother in Ohio bearing five children with two surviving, and the royal yacht Or barwe slated for sale at a high price.
Melbourne April 23 The condition of Percy Oxlade injured in the crash remains critical but shows a slight improvement. Ethel Lyme is still in a critical state with no improvement. Mrs Skogtush has improved after leg amputation below the knee. Overall, patients are doing worse.
Perth April 28. The nominations for the Metropolitan Province Legislative Council elections include Allen of West Perth an auctioneer and Hay- among others. The crop of candidates reflects mixed professions and local prominence as the contest shapes up.
An 1907-Geelong West death clips a nomagesarian John Simpson who cancelled earlier wills. He bequeathed his estate to Back Flats poor, valued at £700, with details of personal gifts and church bequests. The will’s fate becomes tangled as a Sydney relative seeks full information, while local solicitors await next steps and a possible new will emerges.
The official weights for the forthcoming Autumn meeting at the Victoria District Turf Club were released by handicapper Mr. R. Wallace. The document lists weights for trial stakes over 6 furlongs, flying handicap, and farewell handicap events, naming horses such as Doorjock, Hector of Troy, Crown and Feathers, and Mayflower among others with their assigned weights.
The secretary Me Frank Heevert receives nominations for the Dongarra Races including GALLOWAY RACE Titania Sun lit Chiddenmurra Dandy Waveney Carbina, CLP Jack Combat Lochrer Pilot Sunlit Wallace Part Kingholt Wallace Queen Radium Mafeking Crown Feather False Mam TMS PUBLICANS PURSE Titania Chicknmucra Doorlock Velocity Mayflower Ornament Waverley Cebina Richon Mafeking Eighfeld, PHILLIPS PLATE Jack Chad steamtitra Combat Lothreal Pilot Sunkit Wallace Park Kingbolt Wallace Queen Radium Mafeking Crown and Feather False Alarm TMS. Entries close Friday April 24.
Rain fell last evening recording an inch and a half as Day Dawn races were postponed to Saturday. Trials, Handicaps, and plate events list thoroughbred entries such as Alcadin Shake spears Migsommtte Flying Hamilton Combiat Lockreal Jack Sap Flotebbt Report Malcking Titania Reston Alladin Carbine Waverley Sob Trouble Weedarra New Fish Aria Paras In ander Mafeking Hot shot Adore Mainreal Comet Fingal Plate entries include Jack Lockreal Report Hot Shot Mafeking Doorlock Titan Legramde Keatom Gar bing Alledim Wavetey Maimree Beleie Trootile.
Sydney weather fine with good attendance as results roll in. Second Hurdle Race over two miles sees Streak and Louie among finishers. All-Aged Stakes, Coogee Handicap, and Faster Stakes details listed with horse names and odds. Cumberland Stakes noted as two furlongs or two miles unclear.
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