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Newspaper
Geraldton Guardian
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Jul 15, 1911
Page
7
The Geraldton Land Investment and Building Company promotes a chance to own land and home. They have 56 Geraldton town and suburban lots available and offer houses on easy terms with small deposits and weekly or monthly payments. Multiple residence designs are available for selection and inspection is invited.
In a Supreme Court appeal McKean sought reinstatement after dismissal from railway service over alleged tampering with a Day Dawn mail bag and a missing postal note. Witnesses testified to duty times, tampering claims, and clock discrepancies. the board upheld the Police Court outcome and dismissed the appeal.
A deputation from the Mt Erin Farmers Association led by Mesars Frank Mills J J Mechau and Charles Lauder met Resident Engineer Mr Cresswell to press for permanent trucking yards at Mt Finnsiding They argued the department proposed portable stock race could suit the area but proper yards are needed The Commissioner of Railways will visit soon and review the Chapman line Mr Drew will be informed to coordinate with the association on the plot
A parliamentary member argues a public trust stance and urges settlement of Victoria’s Riverina claim by vesting the territory in the Government. He cites costs for federal buildings at Sydney and acres to acquire near Canberra, with figures around £100,000 and £400,000 in play, while financial-year receipts show Customs at £1,446,936 and excise at £2,465,61a. The report covers cabinet’s refusal to fund theater use and other requests, grain and wool market notes, and an asparagus cultivation note urging local production to reduce imports.
In New South Wales Mr. G Wade led a test of the Coercion Act repeal with a 36 to 7 vote against the amendment. A Wade motion to preserve the unlawful meeting clause failed. The Workers Dwellings Bill faced Friday parliamentary action under ministerial control with cost limits on dwellings and a scheme allowing workers to buy buildings at capital cost with instalments over seven years.
West Australia records note a Bro. Culligan pupil from Christian Brothers' College who passed his final medical exams at Oxford at age not yet 23. The piece highlights E G Finlay, swimmer, as a likely winner of the England 200 yards breaststroke Cup on August 20, amid questions about finances upon his London trip and support from Harry Brown M A.
Probate granted in the Supreme Court for the estate of Mortimer Tronal with executors West Australian Trustee and Agency Co Hy Francis of Weymouth Covert Conthn tard Francis, Parker and Parker as solicitors. Legacies include 25 to Jam Hooley 100 to Mabel Gueeri 26 to Mabel New 25 to the Catholic Bishop of Perth 20 to the Treasurer of the Sat Con vent Rockhampton 25 to Jessie Mortimer and others. Estate to trustees for sister Mary Frances Ger and New family members in Somerset and Arthur Trelawny New, with Job Francis Mortimer to share the residue.
Woods reports a persistent hacking cough affecting children at night with concern from parents. Great Pappermint Dave is cited as a local figure offering home remedies and advice. Health officials urge monitoring for fever or breathing difficulty and seeking care if symptoms worsen.
Ghulam Nebje sued Henry Roberta in the Police Court for damages over a lease dispute. The judge awarded Nebje £20 in damages and costs, and allowed Roberta £25 as a set-off for one year’s rent in advance. Mr Bardwell represented the plaintiff and Mr Mills for the defendant.
The first annual report for the National Mutual Life Association of Australasia highlights its sterling work for the year ending September 30, 1910. The London Review notes the association’s prominent global standing, loyalty to clients, and straightforward dealing.
The schedule lists mixed doubles fixtures starting daily at 1.30 pm from Monday the 17th through Thursday the 20th. Pairings include G Kempton with Miss Nathan against J A McDonald and Sirs Trigg on Monday, and other matches featuring E Carrier with Miss Sherlock, E Saunders with Miss Armitage, du Boulay with Mim Rowe, H Box with Mrs Udy, and W Bullock with Miss Little against various opponents.
An advertisement touts Clement's Tonic as a heart tonic that lengthens life and restores well being. It urges readers to buy at their store or chemist for quick recovery and health benefits.
The note lists First Quarter July 3 at 5 20 pm Full Moon July 11 at 8 53 pm Last Quarter July 19 at L381 pm New Moon July 26 at 4 12 am plus Woods Great Peppermint Cure for coughs and colds priced at 1s 4d.
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