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Newspaper
Geraldton Guardian
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Aug 11, 1910
Page
3
Telegrams report a young man Arthur Wines murdered his wife Am bie Hines by cutting her throat then tried to kill himself. He survived with expected recovery. The wife was connected to Myles Flynn once convicted of highway robbery. An item about a block company and medicines shelf is noted.
Three children of Facquhr Geoe eo Welntonk and Mrs. WeCluskey were interred in the Remligg cemetery after the Bendigo murder. During the burial, Melntosh stood mourning and called Dolly my poor Bol ly as the grave was filled, shocking onlookers. A separate incident reports a fruit wagon struck by a train on Heidelberg road. one horse killed and the driver Robertson narrowly escaped serious harm.
Federal parliamentary debate in Melbourne discussed amending the Arbitration Act to promise industrial peace across Australia. The speaker warned the bill is unworkable, lacking expert trade knowledge, and questioned enforcing federal awards amid strikes in Western Australia.
West Australia Perth August 1 Homey Fulton died at Kanowna Gowpoint yesterday from a skull fracture believed caused by a quarrel with James Cox of the Jubilee mine. The incident is under inquiry and Cox is being held for questioning.
No negotiations occurred yesterday amid tramway trouble. The government intends action against the workers, likely postponed until after the overtime case reaches the court on Monday.
Perth August 11 The member for Geraldton Mr Carron challenged the Governor and Parliament over Premier Sir Newton Moore's England trip praising Western Australia promotion. He argued against tying policy to agricultural immigrants and warned against excessive construction reliance as a path to development.
Mr Carson proposed government action to buy the Midland Railway by granting a 12 month option to purchase. He argued state policy should favor large estates near ports as closest settlement and advised continuation of this approach.
Notices report the death of We Arnold Benn in Perth and the death of Mr Collier linked to Murchison district. Mentions include connections to Rev. Perry C. Herm, Guildford Grammar School, and Geraldton Hotel proprietor Campbell. Also notes residents Han family at Cue and long association with the region and local institutions.
A mayor initiated gathering in Council Chambers on a Tuesday evening sought repurchase of the Bowes Estate to enable land release for retirement and agriculture. Attendees included councillors, Chamber of Commerce members, the Agricultural Society, and the Northern Development Lemme, with resolutions urging immediate railway yard expansion and a new Geraldton station at Durlacher Street and Marine Terrace. The meeting urged Parliament action and government funding while pressing the Commissioner of Railways for prompt improvements to handling next wheat crop and station facilities.
A week of Geraldton football action opened with a junior association request to use Victoria Square ground on Wednesday for afternoon play. The meeting fined clubs 2/6 per player for late notices of unavailability and referred disallowed play by certain players to the committee, with thanks voiced to those aiding the Glideway link and association volunteers.
Tonison Aug 10 New York Mayor Gaynor was shot on the ship Kaiser Wilhelm Der Große as he prepared to depart for Europe. A passenger named Gallagher allegedly fired, grazing Gaynor and wounding a dock official. Gallagher, a former night watchman dismissed for drunkenness, was overpowered and taken ashore. A secretary's note refused reinstatement appeared in his pocket.
Constable Croes, a young Harvard graduate, has joined a live drive in Tondo Aug 1 to combat gambling. The effort aims to curb gambling violence and redirect youths toward constructive work.
A fragmented OCR reads like a muddled turf race note. Names such as Victoria Vari and Emanel appear amid garbled phrases about the course, a corporation, and a list of people, with no coherent event or outcome.
A Minnesota auction will proceed for the executed mansion following court action. The proceeding, announced by the probate authority, lists the property and anticipated sale terms while noting that relevant parties may submit bids and fulfill conditions set by the court.
The Geraldton and Northampton properties include Lot 390 on FitzGerald Street to be subdivided into four, with Lots 1 and 2 offering frontages and sizes described, plus a corner block opposite Queen Street Hotel in Durlacher Street. Northampton Town Lot fronts Hampton and joins Lucas Railway Hotel, with extensive frontage and central township location. Terms and conditions at the sale, properties to be sold to wind up the estate.
Perth AU reports racing odds for the Hannana Sandicap and Kalgoorlie Cup. Contenders include Thontia for the mile and Patton as Kaloon tia. rivals Henin Corzil Ui Heverity at 12, with Kalgoorlie Cup favorites Seddon Ge Corzil Dyed wenty Perkeo Therian King's Cros and Artesian in the field.
London reports from the International Miners Congress in Brucerls show delegates proposing state funding for inspectors and the right to import mines. Hansman noted Germany suffered about 100,000 incidents last year with 12,70 fatal or serious. William Bence warned Britain saw 1000 miner deaths and 14,000 injuries. the nationalization stance received unanimous approval.
Natal objects to joining the federation amid a Unionist raid on the Transvaal in 1885. The episode, though bungled, sparked debate on federation prospects with figures like Dr Iameron and Durban discussions.
Fragmentary text describes a roller skating scene and a shop display, mentioning Woods Great Peppermint and temperature changes. Content is unclear, but hints at a pastime and a store item.
MACKERZIE authorizes a public auction on Wednesday 17th August 1910 at 3 o'clock. The catalog lists Bowmbild furniture including chest of drawers washstands dining table copper crockery and kitchen utensils plus a safe. Inspection Tuesday afternoon at the residence corner Arguatne sid Francia Strexta, Taylor's Storm. H. Mackenzie Auctioneer.
A botched eruption in Portugal caused a conflagration at a chemical works producing tearful gases. Five people were killed and several dozen injured as iron tanks of acid exploded and streets were overwhelmed by smoke. Local authorities report extensive destruction and a severe urban hazard.
London August 10 Professor Rain estimates that about ten persons have died from cholera in Russia since the beginning of the generation. The report cites grim progress as the epidemic spreads across regions with uncertain control measures and rising fear among communities.
A summary of the Pope's coronation anniversary observed in Rome, noting a diplomatic engagement at the celebration and discussions between the Vatican and a foreign delegation. The event underscores ongoing formal talks and mutual respect during commemorations.
London dispatch reports the South African Cricket Association still debating sending a team to Australia. A further meeting is scheduled to decide the matter. A reliable source says hijinks with the Australians have been resolved and the team will depart for Australia in October.
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