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Newspaper
Geraldton Guardian
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Dec 07, 1906
Page
6
London Times cable dispatch from Tokio claims Japan intends to deploy 750000 troops in the field. The Japanese Minister of War spoke of securing mobilization to support a major offensive, while several ministers initially resisted the plan before backing it.
Fragmented OCR notes report a suspect linked to the mass murder in Poland last June. The text mentions an arrest at a location named Seis and references correspondence and weapons. Ambiguities obscure full details.
Fragmented item discusses Australian musical world figures and scholars, referencing Mise Baxter advocating travel, rain widening, and prevention measures. Mentions Mr Jenkins and South feetfalls with unclear context regarding Baxter’s question and law.
A note announces the Times plans to become a joint stock concern by converting into a limited liability company. Arthur Walter is named as governor, with Meoars Weilur and others referenced as parties to the Chancery settlement for the reorganization.
A fragmented clipping notes federal action in California regarding school enrollment for Japanese children. It suggests military involvement to enforce public school placement amid rising tensions and mob violence, reflecting wartime policy debates in San Francisco.
In Tuneday trading, good parts remained firm with active competition. Prices ranged from 1/3d to ig, Coreen spot at £108 2x, to £103 a spot. Coreen figures £196 108 to £197. Wheat totaled 2,085,000 nasarters flowing through.
A condensed note indicates a joint conference of contractors from the interstate and local sector convened today to discuss agenda items and potential project collaborations. The fragment notes emphasis on a formal gathering and key discussions to take place.
The trial of Ahias Wreo for the murder of Michael Naughton at Cue opened in Perth. Evidence for the prosecution was not concluded when the court adjourned until the following morning.
The government introduced a bill in Melbourne on December 6 to make voting at elections compulsory with a penalty of ten shillings.
Mr Ross, who recently travelled by land from Nor Were to Charleville, claims he saw nothing to justify the belief that a four-handed missing link between monkeys and humans exists in Australia. He regards the reports as mere travellers’ tales.
Sydney December report shows G. E. Roofe connected to a Butler conspiracy case. The Chief Justice noted the accused had been convicted of a heinous offence and should not be admitted to the roll of solicitors. the matter proceeds before the Full Court today.
In Perth today the Legislative Council debated reinstating the Land Tax Assessment Bill. The government offered another chance either this session or at the next, as key votes hung in the balance. Mr Connolly warned of two alternatives. Mr Bellingham’s absence could affect votes. Geraldton-bound Mr Bellingham expected back Monday.
Perth reports strong progress as four government railway measures advance in the Legislative Assembly. The Woolgar to Norseman Railway Bill neared its second reading without a division, and the Workingbrook Upper Blackwood line also moves forward, with the House sitting late into the session.
A railway bill was carried to the committee stage by a large majority with votes recorded at 24 to the New Vete committee stage fixed today. After a brief debate, the motion moved by Mr. Laurie was adjourned.
In yesterday's Legislative Assembly the Premier answered Mr Brown of Perth about federation referenda and the likelihood of early close of tension. No further progress was anticipated on the measure due to time constraints.
The coroner's inquiry into the death of Leadbeater, found dead in a bank near Moolgolla last Friday, concluded yesterday. The jury returned a verdict of death by misadventure with severe censure of Coastal for delaying warning after receiving information of the disappearance.
A chaotic afternoon at Porthtowne reveals confidential exchanges between Labour affiliates and the executive. Debts total near £1490, with £990 in book debts and £100 in written funds raised among union members. Critics accuse the executive of secrecy and improper methods, while supporters defend privacy and legitimate governance.
Rabbi Jareel Friedmann of Sadi to Bukowins Austria, renowned as one of Europe’s most penitent Jewish leaders, died on October 3. He hailed from a long line of celebrated rabbis known for miracles and paternal powers. In his final days his home received over 5,000 telegrams from around the world expressing deep sorrow.
A fragmented municipal election note shows a letter from Prank Green addressing voters. He pledges to advance forests and memorials, urging support in the upcoming election. The missive adopts a formal, period tone and signals civic aims.
The platform endorses the Braddon Clause until absolute equality is provided, continuation of the book pe e clan, preservation of State rights, a Federal site aligned with early railway survey, a fair old age pension scheme, humanitarian aims, state control of education on modern weapons, and opposition to frequent tariff amendments.
Polling precincts are named for the Coolgardia electorate districts including Backs Fast Office Walkaway State School Moongoonooka Post Office Greenough. The Geraldton division chief officer distributes voting information via Mr Cale postmaster and Port Offer. Portal votes are processed through the chief officer at Vordie.
The Lieutenant Governor presided over a Perth exhibition on Wednesday afternoon. Streets were decorated and the event drew thousands, showcasing the state's natural resources and a vast array of articles on view. Several guests attended the reception as complimentary speeches added to the occasion.
Music and drama notes praise Misa Joan Hicks now using Isa Webster as a name, with engagement offers at high fees. She will not debut until after Christmas. The profession praises her range and suggests she could rival famous sopranos, noting she effortlessly hits high notes up to the high F.
A young man named Ed in Sydney died after a fall near a house following a dispute. He died in hospital. His wife has been arrested. The Port Logan captain was fined £100 in Sydney for allowing a colored man and an unlawful immigrant to enter the Commonwealth.
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