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Newspaper
Geraldton Guardian
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Dec 21, 1909
Page
3
Telegrams report a fire in Williamstown on December 20 destroying three cedarboard hours and shops. No injuries were reported as the outbreak began in a wash-house on Verdop Street and spread, with control of damage estimated at £10,080 by authorities.
The western miners acted on the agreement with the northern and southern regions, returning to work this week. The vote indicates southern miners on the coast have not shown intent to join the western action.
The Governor signs the new act into law, establishing suppression measures as the statute. Details of the act remain in the official proclamation and legislative records.
An all night sitting of State Parliament will be held to debate altering the administration of the fimel. The session is planned for 3 o'clock today with lawmakers expected to push for swift action on the reform proposal.
The Walkaway school children presented a concert at Walkaway Hall on a recent evening, offering a program of songs and performances for attendees.
London readers report Lord Cavendish at Alverstom condemning to refer the Budget to the people with sharp language. The Lords reportedly rejected the Buches and criticisms persisted over proposed reforms and public support measures.
London reports detail the funeral procession for King Leopold. The body was moved from the pavilion to the Royal Palace with torches lit by mounted guards. The scene references Princess Louise and Baroness Vaughan amid court discussions.
In Stokespow Trent the challenger Poaite defeated Postle in a 20 yard sprint for £200 aside with bets around 4 to 1 on Poaite. The reported times and full names are unclear in the record.
The Naval Defence company promises $3,000 on a guarantee that the verse will be completed in 2012. The directors refuse to comply with the stated condition.
London reports that Mr Jollie Brennan the Australian inventor has transferred the British rights of the gyroscope railway to the British authorities and a consideration for the resistance given by the War Office and Admiralty during experiments. He has sent the German a question.
Christmas window displays show a themed scene featuring a large manufactured tray of water and various holiday props. Two lovers appear in the display as a centerpiece amid decorative towels shells and bath items, evoking a festive but quirky domestic tableau.
Mrs A D Winship announces her daughter George Laing enters Ohio University in her 8th year and plans to pursue a degree. The notice mentions THY BLACK SWAN and the phrase West Australia printed on recent Christmas and Birthday greetings. Also notes Original, Daily, and Inexpensive Constantine and Garde.
In a Western Australia Police Court session, Meera, Guthrowcroft, and Kidd presided as the Cosmonwealth Motel proprietor faced charges of selling whisky without a license. The trial featured testimony about decanter liquor, multiple bottles, and alleged supply by James, with a verdict of dismissal rendered after prosecution evidence and defense objections.
A court record details J M Walker charged with selling spirits at a shop. Witnesses including Constable Harrison testified to backroom whisky purchases and delivery, while the Crown argued Walker supplied the liquor, with defendants denying. The trial featured police testimony about prior witnesses and the circumstances of the alleged sale.
An incomplete report describes names and actions around a room visit, ginger ale and whisky, and a police confrontation. The text references John Martin, Th and Brown, and a Tinsley Hotel, with mentions of a bottle and possible imprisonment discussions, but details are garbled.
An advertisement by Cass Bros promotes a Christmas toy fair with wholesale prices on dolls, rag dolls, silk dolls, and related items. The copy touts low prices, various doll types, toys, lace, and greeting cards. Located in a shop at Verth and Geraldton.
Special to Northampton reports trains leaving Geraldton at 10.15 am and returning from Northampton at 5.40 pm during December 17 and 24, with January 1 service also noted. Details refer readers to Hampshireville for full particulars. N. Douglas
Tenders for fencing work were invited with a January deadline. The notice mentions Jost UA Mills and Ger as affiliates or bidders in the bid invitation. The fragmented OCR text confirms a formal call for fencing contracts and involved parties.
TENDERS are invited up to birth January 1910 for erection and completion of six wires fencing about four miles from Tamponte, with usual conditions. No tender accepted. For further particulars apply.
Auction style notice lists a quantity of good clean furniture and effects for private sale. Includes horn items and possibly valuables, with emphasis on quality and ready for pickup.
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