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Newspaper
Geraldton Guardian
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Aug 02, 1910
Page
3
The State's accounts show receipts of £16,021 with no debit balance for the month. Expenditure rises by £7, and comparisons with July last year reveal higher totals. Revenue from the council of commerce totals £55,546, with an accumulated deficit of £102,692 and a month’s result of £143,007.
A well known solicitor pended for unprofessional conduct involving misrepresented costs. Morgans accused Lohrmann of improper billing after Morgan's work, and Harney's reply suggested free work would have been preferable. The Chief Justice suspended Harney for three penta with a two year reinstatement option if all conditions are met.
Melbourne reports a motor accident at Ormond injuring five people. A gatekeeper, Mrs Richards aged about fifty, was knocked down and left unconscious with facial injuries and head trauma. The car occupants were thrown clear but suffered no serious harm.
South Australia officials say the current timber dispute is nearly settled after a high level conference this afternoon. An agreed adjustment is expected to satisfy both sides and ease tensions in the trade talks.
In Perth the tramway labour dispute rests with arbitration as key figures including J Somervat and A B Roe discuss appointing a mediator. The arbitration court is eyed to settle overtime and wage debates while workers weigh offers and potential classifications amid stalled responses from the City Council.
The Employers' Federation expressed opposition to the Amendacuta bill under the Commonwealth Conciliation and Arbitration Act. They attacked the union preference clauses, carried motions urging sending them to the Prime Minister, and argued the bill infringes State rights and may trigger costly litigation.
The Times endorses Lord Elgin's view in a February dispatch and questions whether Australian opinion supports the States' claims for separate representation at the Imperial Conference. London commentary notes the need for clear positions from Farmanig and Queensland and references Mr. Wail's remarks.
Our Own Correspondent recalls a crowd at a theatre where a brazen suitor is thwarted by a woman with a hat pin and feathers. The incident is tied to views on female independence, with a note on German liners lowering fares and a playful tale of a bill JIm received.
Growing bitterness in the Valbang between the Bukreriana and the Turks fuels unrest. Bukreriana leaders threaten to mobilize their army as tensions rise across the region.
London reports detail the arrest of Dr Crippen, the Can den Roar murder suspect, aboard a vessel with two Canadian detectives disguised as crew. Crippen did not resist and was taken below, while Ethel Neve sobbed at his arrest and was later confined in a separate cabin.
In Geraldton volunteers back a revived MV Corps after a period of inactivity. Major Tarbanan’s departure exposed flaws, but Col. Krotdmar believes strong leadership and expected support will yield a robust company soon. With compulsory training and new incentives, recruits are expected, a social reunion and music planned to boost funds and morale.
The Geraldton Chamber of Commerce held its annual meeting with officers listed including President Mr A. H Mountain and Vice President Mr A. Alto. Committees were named Banks Rally Faulkner Pesith Media Uodtory Boncngs and Moke. Discussions covered jetty lighting, shed modernization, tramper facilities, and plans to extend Handitous railway extension to Lawlere. The council agreed to abbridge matters for review by March 3 as part of ongoing civic improvements.
A disastrous blaze at a drapery shop in Accrington began when an electric wire fused and ignited goods. Firefighters battled the flames but several women were killed and the property sustained about 20,000 pounds in damage.
The fragment references several runners in Australian racing including Groper Acer Talsiso Weelski Nortey and Dioite. It notes Groper temporarily held in the Australian Steeplechase Kal fir King race with Concaveand timing hints.
The Football Association hosts a Wednesday programme featuring Olympia Peteares and local talents. Mee Wall performs a popular song, Arthur Nash sings a solo, and humorist R Greville entertains. An illustrated sequence accompanies the act, with strong audience turnout expected.
From Our Own Correspondent notes rain improves the landscape and flood effects. Workers repair drains and bogholes to redirect water for winter. A new road rate shocks settlers and doubles property values, impacting large landowners and the government.
Melbourne readers note the acceptances for the Australian Wurdle Race. Competing runners include Vernier Oi Kalevsna Lord Desmond Jewel Case Treat King's Ransom Tipow Cow Tundulya Brownie Louis and Mivnie with betting odds showing Ubi at 2 to 1 and Kalecrna at 4 to 1. For Chrani Chas complaints Seods Great Peppermint Came is 64.
Regret records the death of Mt Prank Nairn in Claremont district. The funeral takes place at 1 o clock on Werlnm lay with the board opening for business after a brief ceremony. Officials praised the new office and Secretary A J Money was highlighted for his anticipated benefits. Members attended, refreshments served, and photos were taken for publication.
The sale of Mat Phat in Mackinai is scheduled as an auction at Greenough. The notice states the property is up for disposal with terms to be announced by the auctioneer.
Dalgety andy Ltd based in Geraldton operates a home appliance and station service venture offering maintenance and delivery of domestic equipment under the White Chey brand in the regional area.
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