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Newspaper
Geraldton Guardian
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Jan 18, 1908
Page
2
The notice proclaims best value and newest goods with direct importers offering the best terms and prices. It urges customers to compare and call for Christmas promotions, promising high value and minimal competition.
Shipping brief outlining Fremantle departures to North West Ports Java and Singapore from Geraldton for North-West ports with dates 5.8 and 10th February. Mentions captains Mills Townley and Towsey, vessel Sultan, and freight plus passenger movements including Carnarvon and Dor Nealon.
G H Griffiths announces a special Xmas offer with a coupon worth 25 shillings off a purchase of goods valued at at least 20 shillings. Readers can collect the coupon starting the 16th of the month and redeem it for merchandise at Victoria Road store.
Movemental areas with Byles and Co. report vessel departures and transshipments in January February. Salton leaves Fremantle for Geraldton on 23 January while Parco departs Fremantle for Geraldton on 26 January and then North West ports. Sultan sails Fremantle to Geraldton North West Java and Singapore on 9 February. Riverine sails from Sydney to Fremantle via Mourne 22 January and Adelaide 26 January for transshipment to Geraldton.
Anglican church offers 7:30 and 10 a.m services with evening devotions at 7:30 p.m. Roman Catholic and Presbyterian notices list weekly sermons and addresses. Rev. W. Floyd Shannon and Rev. C. A. Schroeder preach on themes including marriage, healing, laughter of blasphemy, and God the Potter. Day preacher scheduled for Bluff Point at 7:30.
Leonard James Townsend, son of Jaman Townsent of Geraldton, wed Miss Daniel, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Jonas Daniel of Inglewonl Victoria, at the Roman Catholic Cathedral Perth on Monday January Eth 1808, with Hon Father Fahy presiding.
The article argues for surveying North Queensland lands to unlock sugar, bananas, olive oil, and other tropical crops. It highlights copper tin gold and pastoral potential, cites past government shipping aid, and notes a local debate on Asiatic labor while urging stronger rail, advertising, and export facilities to attract capital and development. It also mentions community events, local business news, and upcoming ANJA discussions.
A local notice states the West Australian Infantry Band will perform at the Esplanade pier on Sunday next, 10th inst, at 8 43 pm after church. Programs include Knight Commander Lowy, Adeste Fideles, The Grand Duchess Offenbach, Gena by Purday, Homeward Burne, and God Save the King. A collection for band funds will be taken. Also nominations for principal events for a Walkaway picnic meeting on the 27th are arranged with secretary Robert Wallace. Victoria Hospital weekly report notes patient numbers, discharges, and out-patients.
The Deputy Postmaster-General Mr. R. Hardman visited Geraldton by yesterday morning's train. A deputation led by the Mayor and Town Clerk pressed grievances about Saturday night mails not being sorted until morning. Hardman discussed telegraphy delays and proposed a duplex instrument and clock improvements. He warned against Sunday sorting and noted fire and robbery risks in the wooden station. The Mayor invited him to refreshments.
Telegrams report a severe ground collapse in Newcastle on January 17. A thirty acre area in the city center near Cave Dral Hall and Newpous Stevet to Pertin Street is wrecked with fissures opening across the district. Structures including Magonic Hall and the Cathedral are damaged or torn apart as residents flee.
Melbourne records a blistering heat wave with shade temperatures reaching 112 degrees in the city and 116 degrees in the sun. The day marks one of the highest temperatures in local history as residents endure extreme conditions amid rising humidity and oppressive heat.
Fernacy 17 reports a rich copper find near Clomemrry drawing attention from local miners. Officials estimate strong potential for sustained activity as exploration continues.
A cyclist accuses an actor of a deed observed during a sighting on a railway train. The actor challenges withdrawal or face a punch. The cyclist replies with a further claim, and a physical dispute follows as the partition is involved.
Perth This Day notes Edela fled from Claremont Asylum after setting his house ablaze in Colin Grove. He escaped under guards during a governor’s visit amid a morning election unfolding earlier than expected. Local accounts are fragmented and read as a garbled service note.
In the inquiry, Kott rejected claims he acted as a front for Ilingworth. He asserted he had his own role and denied any concealment or manipulation connected to the case.
The commission probing charges against the Canning expedition met yesterday. Witness Blako was absent due to nervous exhaustion while surveyor Weilsm Budsll testified on humane methods for exploring new regions. He dismissed all cruelty charges as implausible and suggested explorers would act similarly. Some native witnesses will be heard later.
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