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Newspaper

Geraldton Guardian

Location

Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia

Date

Dec 09, 1909

Page

3

President Taft Message on Nicaragua and Foreign Policy

The report discusses Taft era diplomacy including Nicaragua and Zelaya, noting U S aims to deter revolutionary actions and maintain stability. It mentions American bankers, railway interests, fisheries disputes with Canada, and relations with Japan, highlighting a cautious mood among Radical Republicans and Conservatives about anticipated legislation.

Londin Don Palt Hap Congress Latia Aan Rion Rike Nicaragua Zelaya Washington Bonn Taft Canada Canara Japan America

Charlee Guthinger Mistaken Identity Fatal Shooting

In New York, Charlee Guthinger, a Tammany Wall substitute, entered a neighbor’s home by error. The occupant mistaking Guthinger for a burglar shot him dead, ending a troubled encounter with a fatal outcome.

Lomson Dov Charlee Guthinger New York Prem Dero Guthenger

British Trade and Miscellaneous News Note

Brief: compares 1908 November returns showing rises in imports exports and reexports for the United Kingdom. Mentions a London case where Adelphi Beck, wrongfully in London in 1606, died destitute after receiving £500 compensation. Also reports a cricket match in the Western Province of South Africa with scores 67 and 151.

London Adelphi Beck

Gasometer Explosions Tear Through German Works

A catastrophic blast at Lagilon’s Feoeports zinc works in Germany wrecks gasometers. The largest unit, holding 200000 cubic metres with AG 900 metres of zinc, erupts in a deadly explosion. The incident, caused by a crew mishap, devastates the plant killing many and injuring others. An unknown number of workers are reported dead as the blast rips through the facility.

Cusiee

Conservatives Publish Tariff Outline for Postwar Power

The Birmingham Conservative faction outlines a tariff plan for post victory, proposing a uniform tariff on raw materials and graded duties on finished goods, with specific rates. It suggests 2s per quarter on torii corn and a two year transition to minimize foreign resistance while targeting £16,400 revenue.

London Ber Birmingham Messinum Dheyance Rik

Labor Party On The Lords In Draft Manifesto

London December 8 The parliamentary committee of the Trarien Union Congress issued a political manifesto. It states that the Lords have not voluntarily acted to promote the interest of the people and have blocked reforms. The document condemns the Budget and urges abolition of the Lords.

London Partinntary Trarien Union Comgress Lorda Airuay

Liberal caucus endorses Imperial Defense policy in Ottawa

A Liberal caucus of the Canadian Commons and Senate met in Ottawa. The meeting unanimously endorsed the Commons delegates’ defense policy. The Liberals urged support for Laurier’s naval and military program and a stronger imperial defense.

Canadian Liberals London Commonsantty Senate Ottawa Wilferd Laurier

Russia and London discuss Bosnia and Herzegovina stance

A fragmentary report notes Russia and London debating action against Anatria's handling of Bosnia and Herzegovina. It mentions a secret session where £1,006.40 was allocated to bolster the Russian army on the western frontier and reinforce positions.

London Doe Germany

Peary Lecturing on Arctic Exploration in New York

Commander Peary begins a retiring tour with a lecture in New York where about 10 000 people attend his first gathering.

PEARY Tandon Doc New York

Waratah Missing Planet Searched In Cape Town Reports

Capetown correspondent reports a global search for the missing planet Waratah. No trace found by Sah Web, though a rough voyage and night-time patrols covered many miles.

Lindon Capetown Ranter'y Avenes Sah Waratah

Presentation College Concert at the Town Mall

A large crowd gathered at the Town Mall last night for Presentation College’s annual concert led by Rev. Mather. The program featured pupils in a lengthy lineup including chorus, instrumental solos, duets, recitations, sketches, and dances with multiple named students and acts throughout.

Athe Town Mall Presentation College Mather Coffey Hinno Rosammu Grillin Greg Mines Holohan Gil Mira Steve Molla Dante Grifon Holohan Giht Slovens Tambly Ant Seymour Peggy Holuhon Fels Hotties Critch Goldberg Gild Seymour Soni Boys Mumarous Goltbore Mambly Mater Dreame Ay McDonald Vivlin Mistes Jalmes Fowne Munher Miss Ryan Masters M D. Ryan

Melbourne Telegrams On High Commissionership Delay

Melbourne dispatch notes no appointment yet for the High Commissioner as the third Federal Parliament ends and a Cabinet meeting is planned this week to consider any pending appointments.

Melbourne

The Coal Strike Aversions in Unskilled Labor

Sydney Der 8 The suggestion that the Government should take over and work certain mines has not been favorably received by the Government. The coal owners resist any plan allowing unskilled labor to enter their mines. Reports that some Newcastle mines would reopen with free labor have been widely discussed, though owners approached are firm. It seems talks between Government and owners have not yet reached finality. The strike is estimated to involve 4,500 workers, with a similar number displaced from employment.

Sydney Tisk Newcasthy Yeey

State Parliament Debates Motions on Private Members Day

Perth filings reveal motions on the notice paper amid a controversy over an alleged fraud linked to President Leo Let tease. Minister Finnerty reports corroboration of charges, sparking a remant motion. Premier promises Thursday discussion. Angwin pushes for production of appointments records for the Chief Inspector Clerk and Registrar West Province. Cooperation between parties noted as debate proceeds.

Perth Leo Finnerty Mewes Coancerin Bath Tay Angwin West Province Bothary

Mare injures in Fremantle car accident

West Australia Perth December 9 J M Mare of West Australian steamship company sustained a severe injury when a motor car he was riding in toppled on a Fremantle road. He and his wife were seated at the rear. A neck wrench and broken bones required amputation surgery. Mare’s condition remains serious though stabilized.

Perth J. M. Mare Mar Wing More

Life on a Station Wife Fires at Intruder

Dee Berth reports from Wadouring station where Mrs Wolfe awakened by a stranger shot at by a man in Cararyyn district. She seized a Winchester rifle and fired at the threat before fleeing to a neighbor’s camp. The intruder lies wounded and recovering.

Berth Dee Gravier Robert

Murder Case Returns to Um Ledy with Constable Fletcher

Report claims constable reentered Um Ledy with a peaspector named Jon who was killed by natives at Vam pi Sound in Pebenary. Four natives alleged to be with Jones are bleated and captured, brought to Constable Fletcher.

Derby, der Constable Fletcher Jon Vampi Sound Pebenary Ben Bleati Jones Bern Fletchen

Inland Advertising Case At Perth Court Appealoutline

Perth court appeal on the Inland advertising case involves Chief Tugthce McMillen and Justice Burnside. The judge notes surrounding challenges favored the defendant, not that the appeal should be allowed, with the focal court’s judgment under review.

Perth Tugthce McMillen Burnside She Wath Focal Court Chaimstakes

Sensation in Ratanning as man attacks wife

A man named Sau thes attempted to murder his wife on the preceding night. The couple lived apart after a recent separation, Saunders bought a sheath knife and attacked his wife. A neighbor named Wricht intervened, thwarting the murderous act.

Ratanning Dev Radsad Sauthes Mes Saunders Wricht Orurderoue

Tragedy at Meekatharra Ends in Fatal Duel of Laurens

In Meekatharra a daylight tragedy near Nanuine leaves Jas West dead and Laurens in custody after a dispute over debts and auctions escalated. Westwell, a miner at Munncut mine, died. Laurens surrendered to police and awaits inquest with details still unsettled. Public figure Geraldton greengrocer Taurens noted in the shifting accounts.

Meekatlarrs Dye Meekatharra Jas Munncut Taurens Géraldton Messrs Winter, Brandt and Co Kenna Nanuine Westwell Ban Wakeley MeKenta’s Fair Laurens W. OG. Mills McReave Weatwell Weekatharra Lawrens

Further particulars about Laurens shooting incident

Mr Charlee Laurens, a married man with two children, is presently in Geraldton while his wife remains away. A message from his partner Mr Gorena, connected with Burna, Philp and Co. shipping, reports Laurens accidentally shot a man and asks that his wife be informed to avoid undue alarm. Mrs Laurens plans to depart Geraldton on tomorrow morning’s train for Meshathar.

Charlee Laurens Ragedy Marie Geraldton Gorena Laurens Messrs Anil Ankig Mrs. Laurena Meshathar

Advertisements for Jobs and Board Applicants

Fragmented ad copy lists multiple positions and applicants including private family apply, general labor, and nurses. Names such as Mrs. Fuller and Mrs. Wire Frennewalt appear amid scattered references to Hampton Arm and Batten Slee Tay, indicating a busy classifieds page with varied recruitment notices.

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