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Newspaper
Geraldton Guardian
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Jan 28, 1908
Page
3
London January 27. The forthcoming session will prioritize the Licensing and Education Bills over all others. The Master of Ebjunts and Comptroller of the Househeds urged a militant effort to push the measures, while new firms establish in Britain and employ thousands of workers.
London Twonnty 27 weather threatens eviction of tenants as Leitrim County Council asks the Government to aid landlords. Authorities warn resisting eviction will face losses.
South African Affairs reports the preliminary trial in London continuing yesterday. Chief Mahoto, brother-in-law of itini falu, testified he was ordered to send omen and weapons and refused.
London dispatch says the Transvaal Government will reassess its stance on the Asillies. The paper notes the issue will be amended at the next session, but for now remains unresolved and continues to cause anxiety.
The Chairman of the Committee of Finance in the United States State has amended his bill to alter the proposed emergency currency. The move signals a shift in how rapid finance tools may be deployed in a crisis and could affect funding mechanisms and approval timelines.
London reports the National Bank of North America appoints a receiver and seeks currency committee aid. The bank, once holding deposits near 20 million dollars in June, saw a drop of about 2.4 million amid the recent financial crisis.
London reports the U S Attorney has filed action to dissolve the Merger Vacitie railroad company claiming Harrison patents control an oxiding binding combination to restrain trade and that its existence violates the Sherman Act.
Germany's stance sparks wide interest as Delcasse discusses an alliance with Britain. Tittoni relays news to France's Prime Minister Viviani, who presses Delcasse for prompt action and for full communication with his colleagues.
Times correspondent in Tokyo reports a growing faction advocating stricter armament and stronger national defense. Industrial support appears linked to policy shifts and urging unity behind security strengthening.
A fragmented report mentions the death of the novelist barely identified as Ouida or Quida and a burglary attempt at a West Norwood studio. A separate line alludes to a tent or reproduction issue involving three daughters and Queen Alexandra, but details are unclear.
Telegrams identify the decomposed body found in Ballarat as Medge Grahow a laundrywoman at St. Patrick's College She had left for Wyand en wearing valuable jewellery detectives believe the case involves robbery and murder indicating a possible motive and suspect Edwards Melbourne January 27
A powder magazine near Sydney attached to the Great ore mine exploded Saturday, releasing 1,750 pounds of gelignite. The blast created a tremendous concussion, scattering debris for miles and being heard up to ten miles away.
In Hillgrove Mississippi Sydney January 97 Hinery Floyd suffered a remarkable accident when a steel drill from above pierced his back below the left shoulder blade. He pulled the drill free and walked to a chemist's shop, with vital parts affected.
The annual conference of the Political Labor League of New South Wales opened with about 300 delegates present. A proposal to add to Labor objectives the securing of the fall result of their industry to all producers through collective ownership of the means of production and distribution was adopted by 119 to 37 amid a chorus of Commonsense prevail.
Geraldton Amateur Rowing Club enjoyed a fine afternoon with several races for medals presented by captain R Williams. Exciting finishes marked the event as crews from Farrand, Kidd, Constantine, and Parrend battled closely. Kidd’s crew clinched the final over Farrand, while earlier rounds featured strong performances and close margins.
Lord Stanley opposes standing starts and paid stewards in racing. He cites 15 666 horses run last year with 135 felt at the post and 307 badly seen. He argues the current steward system should remain unaltered and questions stipend arrangements while noting volunteers uphold tradition.
ARC King’s Accession meeting lists races and results for Unley Welter Malvern Sirdles and other events. Horse names include King Thor Politicia Anceoma St Andrew Vlaak De Prows Turrefield Stakes Acriam Yeunat Destiniet Lammer tot Hemeeen with weights and placings shown.
A Walkaway sports meet held yesterday under a strong southerly breeze drew a smaller turnout than expected on a universal holiday. Despite the crowds, the committee pressed on with events including the Bhel Geld Handicap, District Plates, Boys Race, Hurdle Race, and the High Jump, with winners such as G Rayner, T Ahearn, V Connolly, G Amr-dorvon, and W Linthome competing. results show competitive times and close finishes in several races.
Severe thunderstorm activity swept New South Wales causing multiple fatalities. In Mudges two boy cousins were struck dead by lightning, their horses perished. At Tollbul a four man Larsen team was killed, and a man named Williams died at Cobar with his son rendered unconscious.
January 27 in Kalgoorlie reports Thomes Brokenshire and George She injured by a staging collapse in the Great Boulder mine. George Sayers, a married man, was caught in the betting at the Hainault mine and Lilla.
This afternoon in Perth it is reported that Sade line Tsord, the little girl struck by a motor car on Friday, is not yet making satisfactory progress and remains under medical care. No further details provided.
Acting Commissioner of Police receives telegram reporting Alexander Hillochs, a prospector from Crowell Street Hull's Creek, went missing with his horse on January 2. A dead body was found thirty miles from Cranwell Station on the same day, identified as an elderly man from the district.
A fragmentary notice describes a die play titled Post Cards and Wildflower Carda performed by Sex Constantina and Gardner in town. Details are unreadable, with sparse names and locations.
The record lists multiple races with horses and betting odds. Lancasterite, Flying Handicap Banmi, Orlano, Copparop, and 5 to Beami are named in the Renuke Handicap. Picnic Stakes features Shesteng Never Forget Bermen with Mustang at 5 to 4 cm. Anniversary Handicap notes Lord Fiteroy Absentes Lamare with 2 to 1 for Lord Fiteroy. Nursery Stakes lists Matоor Boriey Bree Rhuo-Book Setting at 16 to 1 for Maltear. Highweight Handicap includes War Bee Enaismar Bellrey, Detling 5 to 1 for War Bos.
The Red Lion Inn at west Hampton Court Palace faces demolition. Once a fashionable hostelry in Cardinal Wolsey's era, it stands as one of Britain's oldest inns.
Perth January meeting features successful racing with Fitzroy Hurdles 125 seve 2 mile Damger Woe by four lengths. Summer Handicap 100 move 7 furlong RaBanos won by a quarter length. Cygnet Handicap 6 furlongs Pumice Aftermath Black Art placed 1st 2nd 3rd with betting noted.
Inside the distance Gaelia led but Durbar overtook to win by a head with Voreeng a half length back and Lorwlane fourth. MHEATLANDS HANDICAP saw Floral triumph by a neck over Pin with quick times. GASCOYNE HANDICAP featured Shot Silk carrying 7.5 and Pop at 6 to 1 with betting notes.
Geraldton hosts AN A social and dance night at City Band room to mark Australia’s Foundation Day with a large gathering of locals including Mayor JG Smith and Dr A H Moantacn. speeches praise loyalty to the Empire, debate, and AN A education aims highlighted.
A lively gathering toasted the land and industries with remarks on Australia’s potential. Dignitaries and members praised local trades, while songs and recitations enlivened the event. Apologies were noted from Sir John Forrest and others as plans closed with a social dance. Discussions covered Victoria’s milk industry and poultry export targets noting Avleebury Pekin ducks and Orpington chickens for the London market.
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