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Newspaper
Geraldton Guardian
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Jan 18, 1907
Page
3
The column reviews profit rising at the W.A. Turf Club, noting a projected gain of about £8800 this year on a strong turnout and improved facilities. It mentions Persiedhorses like Meteorite and Chambary, and coverage of Belmont and Newmarket events. Local wits discuss officials, betting, stock, and plans for Easter racing as the season approaches.
The following tears outline Wootacarra’s lineup for the Jupon's Park game starting tomorrow. Names include W. & G. Walter, C. Roy, F. Ferrand, A. W. Halligan, H. C. Greawell, J. C. Kidd, A. Maley, T. Mountake, J. W. Dunk, J. Seadee, W. Stokes, J. Kelly, and others such as Barker, Jenner, Ridd, Gibbines, Stokes, Ottoway, Bannon, Nutting, Hadner, Stafford. Emergencies: W. Stokes and J. Kelly.
Rumors circulate about N J Moore potentially retiring from leadership with Gregory as a possible successor while ministers vie for influence. Frank Wilton and Mitchell are noted as unlikely leaders, Newton J Moore remains a central figure. Marinage includes a potential Herald buyout, Morgana’s return, and a high society wedding at Crawley Park amid health concerns for Sir George Shenton.
A 73 ton crush at the Ca talpa base near Cue One signals renewed activity in the district. The Victory United at Cuddingwarra yielded 250 tons for a notable result, while timbering prep begins for new operations. No official opening yet for Medka water works but three shifts run and 4000 tons at grass sent to treatment. Gwalian South plans to raise capital to £30000 via 10 000 new shares at 19d each.
A stubborn critic labels him a crank, yet he proves capable of accomplishing any task. Despite doubt from detractors, he demonstrates skill, perseverance, and results across varied endeavors, reshaping perceptions of what a single determined person can achieve.
The text notes a coming building spree with new rail and harbor works including iron and stone piers abutments and culverts uniting major infrastructure. It claims the industry has grown massively and predicts durable foundations that will last for ages, citing rapid material deposition and large scale projects. A separate report mentions a passenger G France dying en route, engineers of the steamer Ordmount arrested in Newcastle for mistreatment of a Chinese worker, and other varied items about rabbits, rain, and a dynamite incident in New South Wales.
Personal notice says Mr. C Fowlle, once a Geraldton tailor four years ago, has returned and intends resuming business with Gray and Co. He was an active member of Chile Ra ho Jolt Geraldton during his prior stay. Constable Corry, now in charge at the Bovi Police station, leaves soon with his wife and family. He will be missed by many friends.
The Melbourne market displays subdued activity with fair shipper and miller supplies under forward contracts. Shipping runs with caution as farmers store grain rather than roll early, while small lots for early delivery sell around 24s to 28s 9d with forward quotes weaker. Total wheat arrivals from the country to Melbourne and Geelong for three weeks since Dec 16, 1906 reach 209,254 tons, versus 285,999 last season, and flour arrivals total 15,400 sacks, up to 10,096.
Partial results report D Forrest and R Pennefather tied at 118 votes with several districts still incoming. Broome carried Pennefather's stronghold while Forrest led at Reebumne. Turrest, GA, Pennedather, Carnarvon, Marble War, Port Hella accounted for scattered votes, with low totals remaining.
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