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Newspaper
Geraldton Guardian
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Jul 04, 1908
Page
3
Telegrams report South Australia intends to convert a thousand acres from the Temterfield estate into an agricultural colonization project. Water would be supplied from the Bargsa reservoir to support the new settlement.
New Zealand reports plans to erect the new parliamentary buildings on the site of the old Government House in Wellington at a cost of £99,000. Melbourne notes the Trades Hall Coupe urging the Federal Government to amend the Constitution to secure legal protection. In school news three siblings from the Jamison State School, Irene Conte and her brothers and sister, have achieved long attendance records with Irene attending nine years straight.
The West Australian reports mixed reactions to the government's move to witherate the Saturday half-holiday. Despite muted sentiment, officials expect broad support for early Saturday closing, with Shop Assistants' Association pressing to secure an Act enforcing a Saturday half-holiday.
Plans are discussed to send a large contingent of schoolboys to Albany to see the American fleet. Stig proposed either chartering a steamer to convey the pupils or forming a large ramp for the visit.
In Dongarra News a correspondent reports farmers busy with hay and crops, hay bringing fair prices. The Convent additions nearly complete with major improvements to the building, contractor Mr Martin praised. Irwin Roads Board advances road levelling. tenders called for construction, expected to please all. The area remains quiet for now.
A routine Friday court session dealt with several undetermined matters. The sole calendar case, Hinchliffe v Knowhee, featured a counterclaim. after hearing both sides, the court delivered judgment in favor of Hinchliffe on the claim and counterclaim with costs.
In a Tuesday session Judge Delmage fined two youths 20s and costs after admitting riding the Midland line without a ticket and prior imprisonment. A separate July 3 hearing under Baloe Mamar Delage and Clark adjourned with W Herbert charged over a mob incident on the river, the court taking a lenient stance and imposing a lighter penalty.
In the general election report, Mr. Horan secures the Yilgarn selection ballot amid protests over eligibility and alleged unfair practices. Claims include non affiliated members voting, secret returning officers, and biased ballot handling. Horan earned 123 first preference votes from a large Yilgarn electorate.
In Porth on July 4, Mr Weir announced his decision to support the ministry in Pilbarra. The stance signals alignment with ongoing religious leadership and local political considerations affecting the region.
The Geraldton seat Labor ballot to choose a candidate faces delays as secretary of the local Labor branch seeks ballot arrangements from AFL official Mr Scadden, who has not replied. Candidate R. M. Cochrane is currently in Perth and will return to Geraldton to outline his policy.
Police report a fatal accident near the Narra Tarra homestead where Henry Vorep Roberts was found dead beside a track leading to Wank Pad Dock. A wheel and a damaged cart were nearby. The body was discovered by a youth six feet from the wheel trace, with the horse and walker uninjured about 8 miles ahead. Dr Mamorren cited neck dislocation as the cause. Inquest opened before Acting Coroner Mr E Poor with a jury. Funeral held at Wesleyan Cemetery.
A burglary on July 4 at the Friendly Societies’ Hall in Boulder involved blowing in a side wall to force open the safe and steal over £100, all from lodge levies and contributions. One version says the wall could not have been blown in since no report was heard.
A report indicates Philip Horgan was found dead in Robesia. Authorities are investigating a possible medical cause. No further details on time or exact location are provided.
Old Marioo runs in Jumpers Flat Race but finishes poorly. Flores Mac will skip the Eastern States due to chew mation. Otterden is cited in Stead's Canterbury mating, with Sun God and Boniforan Thr emere among progeny. Stead’s stable boasted a record of twelve wins at Canterbury Jockey Club spring meeting and high-weight performances.
Football at two o'clock saw Schoolboys defeating Working Boys 4 1 4 2 4 in a drizzling rain. Stars for Schoolboys were Rowe Thompson Wohinse and Yewcroft, with Thompaca Grossiee and KK notable for the losers. Railways led early then faded as Rovers dominated later quarters despite the rain, key players included Kidd Eaton Hale and Critch.
A new departure by the young Philharmonic Society with an At Home gathering of about eighty attendees. Music featured solos by Coleman Carter Jones Youard and Moller, a notable recitation, and lively dancing to Mr O Malley. Event praised for enterprise and conclusion in good humor. Also mentions croquet tournament, quarterly tea, a new tennis club, Miss Rodall leaving for South Australia, school changes, and Guardian subscription details.
Weather threatened yet crowds attended the Perth course with rain during the final hours. Races listed include Ravelia America Hurdle, Trial Stakes, Flying Handicap, Independance Handicap, Gallaways Handicap, and Roosevelt Welter with winners such as Scottish King Montgolfiere and Chester Belle among others. betting odds cited.
Attendance high at Fleming track with heavy conditions after light rain. Lady Quiz won the Grand National Hurdle Race over three miles, carrying 10? weights, with 1,250 spectators noting the event. Other races included a Maiden Steeplechase and a Winter Handicap. several entries and odds are listed, and a few horses were scratched.
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