Oman Catholic Church Morning Prayer Devotions
Morning prayer service led by Rector Ea Saunders at Oman Catholic Church with two devotions at 30 and 10.
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Newspaper
Geraldton Guardian
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Jan 23, 1909
Page
2
Morning prayer service led by Rector Ea Saunders at Oman Catholic Church with two devotions at 30 and 10.
The article discusses ongoing discontent in the state railway department, noting strikes narrowly avert ed and critics of socialism argue wages and working hours are mismanaged. It cites ministers pressuring the railway commissioner to temper stances and highlights calls for fair pay, reduced wages, and tempered work hours amid public concern.
The commission cautions that a rail and toll strike would cripple transport and stall trade, urging a living wage for workers. It argues cost of living differs by country, noting higher rents and daily wages in Australia and urging timely concessions to avoid long-term economic ruin.
Corneliuk McAuliffe faced another public drunken charge dated the 21st in Police Court. A Bed occupant, Mr J. G. Smith, fined him 3a and 2s. for hire. In West Willy Willy news, Geraldton reports a wrecked tram line at Onslow with hundreds of pounds in damage and a tug ashore. No injuries reported to southern pearling fleet. sailors presumed safe in Exmouth Gulf. Oliver's Tailor shop notice omits name from extended list with deadline February 1 and respond to correspondent.
The Greenough Schools board discussed fumigation feasibility with the Foundation Department while Walkaway school prep begins Monday. A special Board of Health meeting chaired by Mayor Joao addressed diphtheria, quarantine rules, and health focuses for the town, with notes on shop alterations and local business leases.
Cricket match at Queen's Park sees Mercantiles bowled out for 4 and Ward 13 top scoring with 17. Mercantiles pitchers Clarke 11 and Campbell 18 in another poor innings. Palace Gardens Vaudeville tour ends tonight with Weve 1 Thon and a juggling act. Geraldton critics welcome Little Betsin on Wednesday before America tour. New Domyarta Hotel tied to Mr T Tawrie purchase. Cost Price clearance at Wells and a kangaroo skins shipment from Geraldton via Sydney Wales.
The Geraldton Regatta will be held at 2 pm near the Gee Skiton Amateur Rowing Club with Lordly guests Sir John Forrest and others expected to attend. Five crews total 20 rowers and six scullers are training. nominations are strong and a fine day of sport is anticipated. The handicap list will appear in the official programme on Tuesday.
Fine weather and fair attendance marked Randwick racing with results led by English in hurdles, Blue Car ments winning trial stakes, Malt ha as Nursery Handicap winner, Neith taking the 6 furlongs challenge stakes, Lady Wilde capturing Anniversary Handicap, and Limon winning Welter Plate. Bets quoted with various odds.
Racing at Helena Vale in Perth featured Belmont Park Racing Club contenders. Results list several horses led by Jorge Gremelle aboard Amion 2, with notable performances from Trouble and Annapedice. Betting prices show varied odds across 6 furlongs and longer races, including the Welter Plate.
A stream of local chatter covers Spot Ball satire, church events, and Mother Union plans. Geraldton wedding notices, bishop remarks, and the town’s social scene are highlighted alongside theater and vaudeville notes.
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