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Newspaper
Geraldton Guardian
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Aug 09, 1910
Page
3
London dispatch reports Limtemant Golschmidt, an Austrian, ruined by horse wagering, fixed his heart and killed himself with a pistol. He fired a final shot to end his distress as onlookers stood nearby.
From London comes news that a Silver City stage coach in New Mexico was held up by robbers. The driver was killed and £4000 stolen. Also reported are Senate inquiries into bribery charges over Indian lands in Oklahoma, with discussions of a proposed deal.
Great Britain record notes aviator Willows starting from Cardiff on an aaroplane to the Crystal Polar, London. He landed at Dartford, near Rent, 15 miles east of London, at 6.30 am the following morning after an eight o'clock departure.
Fighting occurred at Teber in the capital of Persia between Viiniy rebels and Government troops. Rebels resisted the proclamation, held a garden, and entrenched in the area before being bombarded with field guns. Key leaders Star Khan and Bagher Khan participated before surrender.
Authorities in India report arrests across provinces linked to a conspiracy against British rule. Prisoners include Lulin Behronds, released in February after deportation, with charges under the Army Act. A cartridge making machine was freed and documents hint at a broader plot to subvert British authority.
A manifesto from Scottish leaders and a recent speech by Mr. Birrell promote devolution and call for a constitutional conference to address Home Rule across Ireland and reforms to the Lords. The Observer says the conference should focus on immediate constitutional questions to avoid undermining Liberal aims.
The private ship building yards in Germany plan a lockout affecting about 60 percent of workers after employers demanded a wage cut and a home office raise. More than 61,000 workers would be affected as the men threaten a broad strike if demands are not met. The Clyde yards reportedly warned workers they do not want higher wages.
Telegrams report near Perth that John Clune of Moora died when a sulky horse bolted at a farm gate near Mr Richard Laigan's property The 40 year old man left Mogumber Friday evening and may have been thrown when the horse bolted and tried to jump the gate He leaves a widow and six children.
The Criminal Investigation Department has received reports that a West Australian woman was murdered by an Afghan in Karachi India. The victim is named Mer Yost Mahomet and it is believed her mother resides in Western Australia. Only sparse details are available at this time.
At a meeting of the Australian Natives Association the following resolution was carried urging the State Government to enact provisions of the Factory Act relating to Asiatics and to amend it to prevent their residence in buildings used for activities by Asiatics.
A public meeting in Norseman convened by the Esperance Land and Railway League drew several speakers urging Galileli residents and the local population to back the railway project.
In Pesih on August 9 the Black case returns for a second trial on charges of larceny. The accused plead not guilty as the trial, expected to be sensational, proceeds. Defence counsel Haynes challenges jury validity and presses cross-examination against three brothers linked to the alleged theft. The judge warns against inflaming the jury as the case progresses.
Victoria proposes legislation to enable the obtaining and enforcement of maintenance orders in one state against a husband or father from another state. The move aims to simplify support payments across jurisdictions.
Melbourne reports a chilling case as McCluskey, alias McIntosh, murdered three children with a tomahawk. The assailant lived with McIntosh and is said to have shown threats and a volatile temper. Authorities note the dangerous, unkind behavior leading up to the killings.
The text proposes that the State Treasurer Watt submits to the Cabinet a plan to legislate deletions in Nitwiioms to curb refering from advanced consumption wings in the community.
Melbourne August 8 The Federal Attorney General Hughes states the Federal Land Tax Machinery measure will be introduced in the House of Representatives tomorrow. It follows the lines of the initial Fisher Government act and places administration under the Minister. A deputy commissioner may be appointed and powers delegated as required. The tax rates will be set subsequently.
In Sydney on August 8 an old woman was incinerated in an unclear Richmond incident. Police and local authorities reported the event with limited details available from the fragmented dispatch.
Local court heard Marwood sue B A Leix for 13 pounds 1 shilling for preparing building plans to erect a skating rink next to the Shamrock Motel. Witnesses described negotiations through R U Kelly and Kitching, with the judge ruling for the defendant with costs.
Minutes cover a 1961 meeting chaired by J Delage with members Phillips Waldeck Moore Clark and secretary. Topics include roads board circulars from Public Works, time extensions for road work, contractor progress 20 chains, payment items, tenders for 16 chains road waking and fencing the board room, enforcement of by laws, and accounts totaling £25 6s 1d.
Notes from the Land Office indicate several Ajana blocks Nes 46M 4651 1653 and 4656 are withdrawn or reserved as no further applications will be received. Ajana subdivision remains closed to new applicants while Yu ba No 2 subdivision may be opened to settlers with prospects for early access. A public meeting is planned this evening in Toxa to discuss repurchase of the Tones estate.
Fragmentary notice lists town lots at Geraldton with fronts to Gre ory-street, depths, and lot numbers, plus a corner property near Quoma's Hotel in Durlacher Street. Also references Northampton town lots with proximity to Hampton Load and Laces Railway Hotel, indicating a winding up sale with terms at the auction.
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