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Geraldton Guardian

Location

Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia

Date

Aug 18, 1908

Page

3

Fatal Accident Strikes Stockman and Horse at Glentallock

Melbourne reports a stockman Nathaniel Jones killed when his horse bolted and fell, crushing the rider and breaking the animal's neck. Bodies found beside each other. Also noted: wall collapse at Caledonian Ballarat site with suspected arson. Special jury for Breybrook railway disaster trial refused. Martin Whelan's condition listed as much improved.

Melbourne Glentallock Station McAlister River Nathaniel Jones Breybrook

Tragic discovery at Binks Creek identified as Mary Pearce

A body found in bushes at Binks Creek is identified as Mary Pearce. The woman reportedly endured years of distress and may have taken her own life. Separately, Auckland police report fifteen American deserters, seven captured and aboard ships, four still at large in the city.

Adelaide Binks Creek Mary Pearce Seiatie Auckland City

Desperate Malpractice Attempt Injures W Rowii

Inquiries at an early hour reveal W Rowii, who made a desperate attempt at malf destruction, is improving with a broken thigh. He will remain in hospital for some time before he can leave.

Perth W. Rowii

Woman charged with manslaughter in Kalgoorlie death

Letitia White, former proprietor of the Electro-Medical Institute in Kalgoorlie, has been committed for trial on a charge of manslaughter in connection with the death of Jane Snell, a married woman, who died while under treatment.

Perth Letitia White Electro-Medical Institute Kalgoorle Jane Snell Wromen Wader

The Kalloorl ie Cup Calcutta Perth Race Day Update

There have been no scratchings for the Kelyporiis Cup as owners await sweep money. Rain began yesterday and showers linger. tomorrow's weather will decide course conditions. Betting ranges from 5 to 1 for Bserami to 50 to 1 for many others. Rumors noted a track breakdown but Rhubarb rider Anwin may still ride Bacrami.

Perth Rais Prophecy Craroviteh Pierug Ellis Anwin W. H. Hoss

Serious shooting accident near Katanning injures boy

A 13 year old boy named Justine, working for Ham Anderson, was returning from town near Katanning Sunday night with a loaded Winchester rifle. The weapon discharged, the bullet entered his left breast and passed through the lung, narrowly missing further injury.

Perth Katanning Lata Justine Ham Anderson

Accident Ends Life of Lower Blackwood Settler Miller

A wagon accident near Nanwap Lower Blackwood yesterday afternoon killed William Miller, a 60 year old longtime resident. He was pinned by a cart wheel and died before aid arrived. Miller lived 30 years in the district and left a widow and two children. He was taken to Ka femming Hospital after being rescued by nearby residents.

Perth Lower Blackwood William Willer Koma Smith Condimup Al‘ermoon Miller Kearney Lower Blackwood

Tobacco fraud case reaches guilty plea in NSW court

In New South Wales on August 18 Feary Willingharat and Architald Robertaam pleaded guilty to involvement in a tobacco fraud scheme. The defendants faced charges related to illicit tobacco trade and counterfeit products as authorities pursued enforcement actions. A local court noted the significance of the case in curbing illicit tobacco activities.

Bytney Feary Willingharat Architald Robertaam Ag Peter Be

Military Notes Meeting for Militia in Walkaway

A militia movement meeting will be held in Walkaway on Friday next. The event is an empire social aimed at inviting joins and interest in the district. The No 3 Squadron of the 16th Australia Light Horse Regiment is headquartered here and seeks recruits to reach necessary strength. For information contact Captain J. C. Wadd, Geraldton, or Livst. K, Maky, Greensongh.

Walkaway Spousdrom 16Th Ametralia Light Horse Regiment J. C. Wadd Geraldton Maky Greesongh

Cables discuss forbearance in imperial race relations

London dispatch notes Times comment on difficulties in race issues between Great Britain and colonies. It urges patience and sympathy, praising Canada and Australia for exemplary conduct. The piece argues for reconciled imperial and local interests through prudent handling of race matters.

London Great Britain Australia Canada Times

Pedestrian Day Beats Pontlx in Quarter Mile Duel

London August 16 English pedestrian Day defeats Pontlx the Avatration champion over a quarter mile by eight yards in 49 15. According to Whiteker's Almanac the amateur record for 410 yards is held by M. W. Lory who did the distance in 1400 in 47 45th oc.

London Day Pontlx Whiteker Almane M. W. Lory

Death of Constantinople War Minister Redged Pasha

The death is reported from Constantinople of Redged Pasha Minister for War. He died suddenly while sitting at his desk. His death is greatly regretted as he was implicitly trusted. Osman Meggemmi replaces him in the Cabinet.

Londos Redged Pasha Osman Meggemmi

Asiatics in Johannesburg Burn Certificates Under 1907 Act

At a 3000-strong meeting in Johannesburg, South Africa, Asiatics burned certificates under the Asiatic Act of 1907 to challenge governing laws. Tadiams and Chinese figures named, with barrister Gerdes promising to pursue reforms despite possible lifelong penalties.

London Trasevea Johanneeburg Gerdes Johan Ieeburg Im Peel Ori

American Happenings From Telegrams on Naval Visit

Telegrams revive word of the American Fleet's planned voyage visiting Genoa and other Med ports including Leghorn and Pale gro, with Loudoun observers noting Wemington state sources and potential stops at eples and other Mediterranean harbors.

Loudoun Wemington Genoa

Personal Items From Day Dawn Notes and Village Life

Mr J Herbert recently appointed Day Dawn Town Clerk formerly resided in Gerakiton where he led the Govern paridess and was a prominent rowing club member and champion. Miss Rodall, like her sister, prepares to leave Friday for South Aj in. This afternoon she hosted a tea for her pupils who presented her with a token of affection. Mr J M Drew MLC is visiting.

J. Herbert Gerakiton Wes Focal Champoaller Mim Torah South Aj Miss

Greenough Electives and Local Building Societies

From Our Own Correspondent notes Greenough seat contests delayed by arrival dates. Mentions deposits, nine supporters, and Mr Nanson. Reports on Starr-Bowkett Building Societies loans in Perth and Fremantle with £300 winnings for members. Also references Turkish political upheaval and Union of Progress leadership.

Ate Morecien L. Nanson Greenough Mr. Nansec Starr-Bowkett Building Societies Perth M. Mannig Guildford

A Tong Island Tragedy Unfolds in London Report

London reports a tragedy aboard Tong Island with Capt Haine of the United States Artillery and his brother arriving at the Yecki Club in Long Island as a crowd gathers.

London Haine United States Artillery Yecki Club Long Island

Diphtheria Outbreak Leads to Expanded Hospital Ward Use

Perth reports a diphtheria outbreak with decisive steps by the Medical Department. The infectious ward at Victoria Hospital will be opened to treat town and country patients until an isolation hospital is erected. The Old Men's Home top ward will be used for general purposes. Five diphtheria patients remain in isolation. authorities consider stricter private-house isolation and a new isolation hospital on the wicket ground. Three new cases reported to the Local Board of Health, including one from Arrino and another from Framciestrest.

de. Hengreford Perth Victoria Hospital Towa General Hospital Board of Health Arrino Midland Times Cotteges Augusteestrest Framciestrest

Market Report Me Fortnight Ending August 15

Mackenzie reports limited vegetable supplies with prices listed for Thursday and Saturday sales including potatoes cauliflowers carrots turnips cabbage lettuce oranges apples and more. Due to local growers request Perth supplies are cut back though scarce consignments will arrive as usual starting Saturday next.

Mackenzie Perth

Geraldton Reads Board Seeks Road Work and Notices

The Geraldton Reads Board chaired by Colonel (chairman) and members Hocken Saunders Gould Bride man and the secretary discuss financial balances and actions. The Public Works Department replies about fencing before the road’s declaration and a road survey. The supervisor is instructed to proceed with work while issues of funds and grazing are noted and an event on September 17 is mentioned.

I. ‘Olonel W. B. Hocken Hien Saunders John Gould Jos. Brideman McConkey Redd O. Grant Sani Moon Ghengarity Spector Police Caburetor Bisyney Bert

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