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Newspaper
Geraldton Guardian
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Jun 07, 1907
Page
6
London June 5 The Blue Book of the Colonial Conference shows Mr Deakin explained his Victoria League remarks were misinterpreted The comment about a warm welcome abroad was about governments in general not the present Imperial Government Unionist papers faulted the conferences official precis known as the Blue Book
A quarter of the fourth squadron of Husears at Tearskoys Selo mutinied yesterday and presented the newly appointed captain with grievances. Ring leaders of the mutiny were court martialled.
Nine starters in the Derby at Epsom Downs. Orby ridden by Reiff won by two lengths ahead of Woolwinder with Slieve Gallion swerving under pressure, Bliever Gallion the favourite finishing third a half length back. The mile and a half race took 2 minutes 44 seconds.
Judge Wakeley condemned the deplorable state of Ireland at Boyle in Roscommon during Quarter Sessions. The debate in the Lords featured Irish peers detailing rising lawlessness and terrorism, linking the anti grazing agitation to forcing land value. Lord Denman commented on the discussion.
A notable remark drew strong criticism while officials described cattle driving as not a crime of serious nature. The report emphasizes public reaction and official stance without graphic detail.
A month after dissolving Parliament, King Carlos refuses to dismiss the Cabinet and governs by decree from the Royal Palace. Public protests grow as the Queen faces insult in Lisbon. Municipalities and papers urge tax refusal while a Portuguese deputation travels to Vienna to seek Miguel of Bastar’s support for a possible restoration.
A sailing vessel carrying ammunition intended for smuggling into Tripoli exploded at Sarsis, the seaport of Tu his. Reported deaths reach fifty persons killed in the blast.
Sydney June 5 Mr N J Moore criticises Victoria over its stance at the Premiers Conference in Brisbane. He argues Victoria enjoys a better position than Western Australia and cites figures to prove WA’s disadvantages. He notes a general willingness to grant special treatment to WA and Tasmania, but excluding New South Wales from real measures.
Mr. Moore said he inquired for a dairy expert and has engaged J. A. Kineelle, formerly with the New Zealand Department of Agriculture. Kineelle will proceed to Perth as quickly as possible.
Remains of the late Colonel Ricardo were interred today with military honours in Melbourne. A large and varied attendance joined the funeral service, reflecting the high regard in which he was held.
Perth reports that the Full Court yesterday sustained an injunction regarding timber dispute matters. The ruling clarifies the arbitration court’s jurisdiction and underscores ongoing concerns over timber value and enforcement.
The Chief Justice, after review, upheld Justice Rooth’s injunction against Holman and others for aiding strikers by supplying food, deeming the strike a continuing offence. He stressed arbitration as essential and ordered the injunction to stand with costs. Justices Burnside and Booth concurred.
The Hon H. Gregory Minister for Mines and Railways traveled aboard the s.s. Sultan, arriving from the north after touring mineral fields on the Pilbarra. Accompanied by Mines Department director Mr. Montgomery, the party notes a productive trip. Also aboard were Morning Herald representative Mr. Ronan and Police Sergeant Smith from Carnarvon, with other figures returning to Geraldton after recent duties.
The Eclipse parcel from Black Range yielded 830.9 dwt with 15dwt 2gr per ton on 110 tons treated, underwhelming relative to hopes but showing consistent grade. Wirraminna reef tests at the State Battery proceed with 48 tons of stone so far, while future developments and deeper reef prospects are awaited by shareholders as officials continue public battery prospecting.
The Hon H Gregory Minister of Mines and Mr Montgomery director of the Mines Department return from an inspection tour on the 8 8 Sultan. In Geraldton they inspect water testing schemes, plan to fund a larger metre and an additional plant of 100, and arrange a complete water analysis. They view a new town hall, discuss Brady bore progress, and note Sea Island cotton quality. Gregory highlights vast regional resources and the need for enterprise and capital to develop mineral wealth.
The report notes Land value rises from irrigation in Egypt and Western states, Wool exports from Australia total six hundred forty seven million, Gold mined totals five hundred thirty million, Sheep wealth surpassing gold. West Australia sheep exceed three million, Ayrshire preferred by NSW dairymen, Jersey declining, Holstein rising as a cross breed yielding high butterfat milk.
Large towel 9d Herring bone sheeting 80m priced at 1/9 for 1/44 yard and 48 inch linen for far 1/6 for 1/4 at J.G.'s The Big Store with bargain textiles and ware.
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