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Newspaper
Geraldton Guardian
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Jun 11, 1907
Page
6
London report: French Minister for Foreign Affairs Pichon says France will duly examine the proposed limitation of armaments at the Hague Conference without illusions pending a unanimous decision.
The International Horse Show wowed spectators with a magnificent display of equestrian talent. Americans secured many prizes as entrants from around the world competed for top honors.
The Times reports an Anglo French group has raised all capital to form a Channel Ferry Company. The aim is a monster ferry capable of carrying an entire railway train and passengers across the English Channel.
Australian tennis player Brooks captured the Northern singles title in a hard fought victory. The win solidifies his standing in the event as top contender, edging out regional rivals and demonstrating strong performance on grass and hard courts alike.
The King and Queen of Denmark arrived in England and were met by King Edward and Queen Alexandra at Victoria Station. A state banquet in their honour featured Madame Melba as the vocalist.
Secretary for Ireland Mr. Birrell announced 12 people had been committed for trial for raiding farms at Thomas town near Kilkermy. He stated that several local traders have refused to supply the police.
The Russian Czar has ratified a Council of Ministers resolution granting a concession for building a railway line from Kansk to Behring Strait and a tunnel under the strait to America, marking a major transcontinental project.
London based Times correspondent cites Idaho labor leaders claiming that if Haywood Moyer and Pettibone are convicted in Boise City for instigating ex Governor Stennemberg’s assassination the trial will be unfair. They call the case a put up job by capitalists targeting workers and warn of grave, unpredictable consequences if death sentences are imposed.
Juondon June 10 two and a half million peasants in the South of France back agitation for wine adulteration laws. A vast Mont Pellier demonstration drew half a million peasants to protest government policy.
Melbourne on June 10 reports say the inquest into Bernard Bauer murder opened this morning. Mollison detailed extensive head wounds from repeated blows with a heavy iron. The inquest adjourned amid circulating rumours of arrests and possible reward. Police traced a man in Sydney, with a jewellery shop lead and a fugitive angle. A 500 reward is expected to be offered by the government.
A barque Eaglecrew fire broke out in the sail locker amid voyage from Liverpool to Melbourne due to an overturned oil lamp. The blaze spread rapidly and was checked only after cutting cabin floors and forcing water streams into the hold.
Justice Barton voids Albert Palmer’s election to the House of Representatives for Educa after a petition filed by opponent Thomas Kennedy. Decision issued today, removing Palmer from the seat.
Premier N J Moore of Western Australia and Mr Keenan depart for Adelaide to board the Britannia for the West. In Canberra today he commented on the acting Premier of Victoria's support for differential treatment for Western Australia.
The Hymettus arrived from Africa today with the last batch of repatriated Australians, about 120 people, who praised their treatment. Further inquiries are being made about the food served on the voyage. There are now only thirty individuals remaining to return from South Africa.
In Perth City Court Mr Roe reserved decision on costs against Holman and others. He taxed professional costs at £173 3s 8d and witnesses costs at £90 4s 6d totaling £263 8s 2d. He reduced £203 from professional costs and £14 15s 8d from witnesses costs. Holman must pay five tenths, Ryan three tenths, and Jones two tenths.
Edward Hooper Hughes was yesterday sentenced to one year in prison for obtaining goods by false pretences from Charles Moore and Co. He claimed work in the horse trade but admitted earning money through commissions on racehorses.
William Jennings and R Forrester faced charges for interfering with Constables Sullivan and Anderson during the Conway arrest on Saturday night. Witnesses described arrests at McMahon's boarding house, with both accused allegedly inciting resistance and using profane language. The case includes conflicting statements and testimony about who shouted for the boot to be used and who urged restraint.
The report states Mr Paul Hepburn has been appointed assistant town clerk at Claremont and will depart Geraldton soon. Correspondents letters are held over due to editorial pressure. A death notice for Miss Rose Scott of Northampton is announced with funeral at Geraldton. A Melbourne diamond merchant Barnett Bauer was murdered in his office with a fractured skull and unopened safe keys found.
Ms Rt Ford of J G Praiths Big Store was nine passengers yesterday by the Burrombeet for Adelaide on a holiday visit. Mr P Stone MLA returned to town yesterday from a run to Cuv and Nannine. Mrs Darling, widow of John Darling head of a South Australian wheat merchants firm and mother of Robt Darling of Geraldton, died in Adelaide on Sunday.
Boots and shoes made to order in all varieties with repairs as a specialty. Satisfaction guaranteed and prices reasonable. Courteously attended to. Dan Corrigan, Manager.
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