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Newspaper
Geraldton Guardian
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Dec 17, 1907
Page
3
London reports Tehran endures a siege as Nationalists clash with Loyalists and Roystiets. The Shah has expelled reactionary chiefs angering Pariamet, three ministers are arrested, and the cabinet resigns. The Times notes the city’s hopeless situation due to unstable governance and weak leadership.
London reports Dinizulu the paramount Zulu chieftain has been brought to Durban. Ten natives accompanying him have been arrested for taking part in a sedition. An order for partial demobilisation of troops was issued but later cancelled after further developments.
Severe gales lash Great Britain and the English Channel as the petroleum boat Thomas W. Lawson, with over 5000 tons, capsizes near the Scilly Islands. Sixteen crewmen drown and only three are saved. A torpedo boat cutter also capsizes with eight bluejackets drowned while returning home for Christmas holidays.
A large fleet of American battleships prepares for a Pacific cruise starting today. The force includes 53 remnants, 16 men, and 350 guns as part of the armament.
In Germany a split shows as the Bavarian section secedes from the German Navy League over objections to plans for Germanising Poland. The Prussian Diet Budget Committee accepts the government bill to Germanise Poland by expropriating Polish landowners.
Thirty Social Democratic members of the second Duma have been exiled to Siberia. Twenty two, including Prince Tachoporids and other leaders connected to the Revolutionary Congress in London, have received long prison terms.
Lord Kelvin, the distinguished scientist, has taken a serious turn with his illness. The report notes a worsening condition and mentions DEAKIN'S DEFENCE SCHEME as part of the surrounding discussion.
London December 16 Morning Fest cites Mr Deakin’s defence theme as a plan to forge a stronger navy and give Australia a more potent voice in imperial affairs. The remark frames Australia’s self-governing colonies as pivotal to imperial strength.
Tutert Caldwell the witness in the Dre case escapes to America as police seek him for perjury. An explosion at Dina's colliery Glamorganshire kills seven workers by burns and shock, injures one and leaves others rescued.
Lord Tweedmouth, First Lord of the Admiralty, declares the navy must preserve British supremacy. The speech in Liverpool faced objections from colleagues regarding expenditure as he urged national support.
Wellington December 16 The Premier proposes to erect a new Parliament hour and to build Government House on part of the Botanical Gardens. The Government votes £1000 for Shackleton Antarctic expedition. A shocking accident at Balesin near Christarbi when a conveyance plunged from a bridge into a 50 foot chasm killing two. Damertin bakers cut bread to 3d per 20 loaf. Burglars steal £500 worth of goods from a large stationers shop.
Sydney reports the first Test resumed amid showers with England at 253 for 9 at stumps. Guan top scored for England with 18, while Australia’s best bowler was Noble with 4 for 65. Australia were all out for 315 in their first innings and 4% in the second innings.
In Adelaide South Australia December 16 the Temperance Party gains a real victory at the East Torrens local option poll as buses in Adelaide and suburbs will be cleared of most or rare letters.
The Chevalier Cross of the Crown of Italy was conferred on Mr. Gregory, Perth minister for mines, for his role in the Varischetti rescue. The Italian Consul invested him with the insignia. Diver Hughes received the Trathen gold medal for civil valor and Diver Hearn a silver medal.
Perth report this day notes the Leonora water scheme inviting a new connection as the town endures a weak current. The water system expects an improved supply once development proceeds despite uncertain timing.
December 16 reports list New South Wales candidates Noble Tramper Gregory Duff Hickson E J Waddy Macartney Cotter Carts Kelleway Johnson and H Widdoo to face Victoria in Melbourne. Murchison team for Gorakiton leaves Boxing Day under E P Dix with Reid Williams Willis Ful tom Meares Fort Egan O’Meara Post Braggy Carter Rock Roople. subject to revision as some may not go. Geraldton and Woote carrag discussions support Marty Maley inclusion in West Australian Eleven per West Australian correspondent Drink.
A reader questions the December 10 leading article proposing dedicating a tenth block of future land surveys as part of memorial funds. The letter warns against allowing wage-earning units of the community to become primary spenders and supporters of trade through this tenth share of licenses.
In a Northampton letter from December 16 the writer argues life is either a burden to endure or a chance to excel. With favorable climate and markets in Western Australia public provision for old age pensions is urged for those in need with cash payments, while avoiding wasteful offshore establishments. Local authorities would oversee distribution using the post office as a channel, aiming to reduce costs and improve living standards.
Notes on Belmont racing show Bocrami faltering in the Ember Handicap while Durbar wins easily, lifting him as Cup favorite. Jockeys like Miss Mary Money, Enchanted States and others feature in French and American circuits, with horses stalled by scratches, injuries, and training updates at Geraldton Week.
Belmont Park races publish additional results not available for Saturday. December Handicap shows Patane with a top finish and others in the field. Details are incomplete due to late receipt of the records.
The notice lists handicaps for the Geraldton meeting on December 31. Events include hack races over six to seven furlongs, publicans purse, Christmas Handicap, and the Galloway Race at 24 furlongs with multiple runners such as Tevuke, Markeman, Glengarry, Inviible, Cortiog, Chadsmurra, Cloring, Kingholt, Fashion, Mayflower, and others. Wallace, Handicapper, notes the special property owners poll on water supply at 7 pm in Veraltiton posted by J G Smith.
Auctioneer Jon C Kidd offers Geraldton town lots at the Club Hotel on Saturday December 21 1907 at noon. Includes Town Lot 74 with occupied dwelling, frontage to Marina Tarracos, and demand for Frontage of about Street. Town Lot 54 with Stone Shop and dwelling, frontage to Marine Terrace. Lot 2 Comer Block vacant with building site. details to be announced.
For sale a tract described as Acre Residential Mock in a bay view position. The current owner is leaving the district. Apply at the local land office for details and to arrange viewings.
Advertisement notes a full range of horses for sale at Maclon's Livery with contact at Victoria Hotel. It seeks young stock to be useful and reliable, inviting applications for buyers or handlers.
Public auction to be held Wednesday 18 December 1907 at 2.30 pm by DS Mackenzie Auctioneer. Readily available items include beds, bedsteads, mattresses, pillows, wardrobes, chests, tables, chairs, piano, crockery, cooking utensils, and household goods. Also selling shop fittings from Mrs B Barho removal, with stock including counters, show cases, stove, tank, and fittings. Inspection morning of sale.
The usual quarterly meeting of members will be held on Wednesday the first at 2 p.m. Members are requested to attend if possible as the proposed building scheme will be discussed. James O Kidd.
DERS TENDERS will be recived uml oon on Thursday 10th December for two shops Merrie Temas Geraldton for Charles Smith Ray deposit with tender £50 lowest tender not necessarily accepted drawing and specifications may be seen at J C Kidd Geraldton office Oldham Cox Architects invites all poems of Saturday December 28 for additions and alterations to Commercial Club Hotel Mt Magnet for Mesna Ea deposit 229 tender lowest or any tender not necessarily accepted Harry M Marwood Architect
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