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Newspaper
Geraldton Guardian
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Aug 20, 1908
Page
4
Telegrams report from Wellington on August 20 that Rosa Belle Byron, 32, certified oaran from Sydney, killed herself by swallowing mercuric perchloride after suffering a nervous breakdown. The death is noted as an act of self destruction following mental distress.
In Sydney August 20, during a boxing tourney at West Wyalong last night, a boxer was knocked senseless after a fall and another fighter was brought to hospital in critical condition.
In Melbourne at the Crimins Court before Justice a Beckett and a jury, Wm. King a BeyTo 43, found guilty of stealing from Mrs. Frances Langley of South Yarra. She awoke at 3.30 am to a black man at the toilet table who attacked her. King sentenced to 15 years with later detention in a reformatory until safe release.
Melbourne August 20. The State Government has purchased a Nepier car from Local Gym for £850. The Premier said travelling expenses of departing officers were so heavy it would be cheaper to invest in several motor cars. The State would likely require from four to eight more cars.
A report describes a road incident where an individual named Benalle was thought severely injured in a collision but later clarified the accident involved a mistaken use of a pain killer.
Melbourne August 30 saw the football carnival marking the jubilee of the Australian gyms open at the Melbourne Cricket Ground with favorable weather and strong attendance. Gate receipts reached £250 as two matches were staged: New Zealand versus New South Wales and Tasmania against Queensland. New Zealand beat New South Wales 9 goals 14 behinds to 9 goals 9 behinds, while Tasmania overwhelmed Queensland 21 goals 22 behinds to 2 goals 2 behinds.
Tartott, an elderly woman, wandered off into the bush near Cavendish on Friday. She was found yesterday by a boundary rider, lying in a paddock sixteen miles from home, with no food or shelter for three days and nights. Despite exposure, Mrs Tartom seemed not much the worse for her ordeal.
Perth August 20 Kirby charged with a serious offence against a half-term boy about 11 at Nemine May 18 was acquitted. The jury doubted the identity of the accused. Warden Troy said he could not understand how the jurors reached that verdict after hearing the evidence.
An incident reported involves cables being hurled from a jaunting car. The undersecretary for Treland is connected to the event, with details noting a risky act tied to transit in the region. Authorities are reviewing the circumstances.
London August 19 an ineffectual attempt to with the Chages has been made by Burges he got within a mile of the coast of France The Lancashire v Leicestershire Tyldesley s scorz Jandad op 8 ore ot 908 for Lamenakirey Leicestershire Colliery explosion all hope abandoned Serestyeiz miners have them tombs by a colliery explosion near Wigea Lancashire All hope to be resumed abandoned
A fragment outlines Home Rule for Ireland and the Homa Bula movement urging Irish to be low abiding to gain sympathy, with the aim that Ireland would emerge as a united nation. The text references an “New Ireland way” and hopeful outcomes.
Fragmentary OCR shows political intrigue with mentions of Mr Woyd George Selly and Mr Winston Oberle Ul, plus a note about an American government cruiser and plans involving Samoa in the Pacific and a Dutch blockade linked to Venezuela Republic.
London reports rejoicings in Austria over Emperor's birthday as he reaches 78 years. The note highlights public celebrations and official greetings within the empire.
A thin shelition of the spy system in Turkey wavens the country toward economic stability as government officials announce measures to curb intelligence overreach and save 21,500,008 ouelly in projected costs.
McKimmsie visits Geraldton on a routine audit while McKenzie notes notable improvements since his prior trip. Guests include Superintendent Lawrence, A B Richardson, and G J Gooch. A separate report from Springfield notes a racial clash with brutality, as described by the Times correspondent.
An old prospector recounts the wedding of Sime Cullum and a bride with a stolen collar linked to a past era. The tale touches on a hotel, barroom schemes, and a heist that surfaces through a missing documents scare and a forged last minute change. The scene closes with gamblers and diners recalling a clever ruse amid a provincial town.
A fragmented letter argues the writer did not intend to contest Geraldton in Central Province, noting requisitions from electors were sought and others—inclined toward Geraldton—were approached. The writer cites friends’ influence and a plan to stand only if no other candidate appeared.
Reader letter notes Mr Carson stated he would contest the Geraldton seat and pressingly influenced by conversations with multiple people. The writer highlights Attorney-General remarks on Fremantle members log rolling and the party government system forcing votes on projects one disapproves.
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