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Newspaper
Geraldton Guardian
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Aug 13, 1908
Page
3
In Sydney Angnat 13 a thunderstorm yesterday killed 11 year old Matthew Bear son of Tarmer of Dundes while he played near a truck. The report notes a fatal lightning strike affecting a local family and nearby bystanders.
Thames Edward Ever, 20, laborer of Upper Start, was admitted with a bullet wound to the head after an alleged accidental discharge and died soon after. In Adelaide a boy and Amy Rogers, 11, were injured when a rifle fired during a bird shooting prank. Amy’s condition is critical.
In Wellington on August 13 horses owned by Iste C G Steed were auctioned at Christ Church. The total realised was 41815 guineas with twenty six training horses bringing 17380 guineas, three stallions 6250 guineas, 15 yearling jogs 5565 guineas, and mares 15600 guineas. A glitched entry notes two farmers insured. In Melbourne on August 13 two drivers were capsized near Shepparton. Joseph Adams suffered serious facial injuries and a missing person was reported. Houlihan was shaken.
Trean Di Ree, daughter of the Queeneslilf railway stationmaster, died today from burns after her dress touched a frying flame while she was doing domestic work in the kitchen. The incident occurred August 13 in Madbourns as officials investigated the cause of the fatal blaze.
To the Practice Court today Rode rick Chisholn of Healy New South Wales sued for breach of promise of marriage by Amy Saith of South Melbourne aged 16 through her next friend seeking 1000 damages. The defendant denied the promise made at Albury in December and alleged a proposed marriage in the following April. The judge reserved decision.
A woman wearing a flannel nightdress caught fire after contacting a lit candle. She ran into the street screaming as neighbors rushed to help and smothered the flames with a blanket. Mrs. Cameron was seriously harmed.
Kalgoorlie August 13 delegates of the W ATC are expected to be precest on Hannsos Hamiltep day. Conference likely to hold Sunday morning sessions with the key task of appointing a steward to assist Boul atom.
Perth August 13 a jockey named McGowan suffered a broken collarbone and other injuries after his horse veered near the twists gate on the al wocelie track. The horse Opal, belonging to John Baillie, did not injure itself beyond minor damage.
London dispatch reports the New South Wales Government immigration plan moving satisfactorily. General satisfaction is expressed across the United Kingdom amid a claimed shortage of rural workers, with hope that other Australian states will follow and invite more workers from New South Wales.
The Times comments on the uncompleted voyage of the United Bieter fleet and its world impact. A disastrous colliery accident was reported off Seabreckes, with unclear details. Salt Water Championship results from Tandos and Basurepairs show a local outdoor event near the east water arena.
London reports from August 13 indicate Chinese residents in British Columbia threaten to boycott Canadian goods in response to motor vehicle legislation. The President of Venice allegedly expelled the Dutch Minister from the capital amid a cascade of seniority losses and regging concerns in England.
London August 18 The meeting between the King and the Kaizer was of a most cordial nature. The German press claims it bears political significance. Perth School reports disruptions as lines show students affected by injections and related searches.
A letter to the editor from a Labor supporter condemns Mr. Riley for misquoting Mr. Dooley and accuses Labor leaders of double standards. The writer rebukes attacks on Dooley, defends party actions, and questions integrity in Town Hall politics and parliamentary ambitions.
A letter to the editor discusses proposed Geraldton building by laws restricting construction with brick or stone fronts. The writer cites housing scarcity and fire risk concerns, questioning enforcement and the appearance motive, noting disagreements among Councillors and examples on Eleanor Street.
A letter from W. E. Randle argues the council cannot exceed by law and questions the new bylaw proposing brick or stone walls for Geraldian homes. He analyzes costs for a five room villa, compares to timber options, cites Perth law origins, and suggests phased brick stone requires limits and precise setbacks to reduce fire risk. He urges council to publish the plan and consider practical remedies.
In Northampton, active canvassing for Mr. J. L. Nemom as a future member continues. Members live 7 to 4 miles away and dispute mileage policies for visiting sick members. A deputation to Minister Mitchell will be arranged at the N.D.L. meeting on Friday evening the 21st to present local needs.
On Wednesday August 26 C. Kidd will offer for sale by suction at the premises an upright piano from El Wolff's Valnahte and Arsatted Robehold Furniture. Further particulars will be advertised in Tasmanian newspapers. Details for filing at Public Works offices in Geraldton Wardens and Coe Aux Nannine.
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