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Newspaper
Geraldton Guardian
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Jun 12, 1909
Page
3
Telegrams report the Pwinstal Commission exonerating caretaker Cummings after April inquiries. A departmental board blamed systemic failures for poor cleaving of state duties, while a Bonded panel blamed derelictions across departments for the mishaps at Sydney’s G.P.A.D.
Mise de Thompson daughter of James Thompson Randwick wed Un Maharajah of Likavi in Lucknow by Hindu rites. The event drew attention as reports described Mist Thompson in Australia and notes of Elsie Porresie and Williamson's management amid famed appearances.
The government leaks reveal a confidential cable from the Colonial Secretary to imperial ministers dated June 7. It discusses a proposed Australian dreadnought to strengthen naval power and to be presented to Parliament after London naval and military consultations.
The report notes additional contributions to the fund with Edith Walker giving one pound and Willie Comper contributing a small amount. The document records a modest daily increase and lists the deceased Sir Daniel Cooper among contributors.
Malvern Police Court heard further proof today in the case of Edward Hithardson, Marcie McDonald, Erey McDonald, and Ralph Edwards charged with assault and abduction related to an incident on May 2 at Malvern. A young servant, aged 21, died during the event while a man identified as Fred Leith, referred to as Lewis, attempted to assist. The description includes a chaotic scene with three others stopping and pulling at the victim as she fled nearly naked from a shed toward Leith.
Witnesses recount a chaotic line of questions and accusations during a hearing. The dialogue includes insults and denials as the girl admits recent childbearing and past misconduct with Leith. An implied assault and a request for maintenance are noted amid courtroom theatrics.
In Adelaide the Labor Party held a late meeting at Exhibition Hall to denounce Mr Peake taking office as Premier after Mr Price. It declared the Labor-Price compact broken and said Labor would not serve under the smallest party in the House. Further House developments were anticipated.
London July 1 Viscount Morley chairing the Imperial Press Conference discussed the re barbarisation of Europe asking how much the press shaped the trend and whether home and colonial media sustained peace. Viscount Milner called the idea dreadful nonsense noting modern disputes are more often settled by war due to assembled national and citizen armies.
The eleventh annual Western Australia dinner at the Restaurant on Wernesila featured speeches by Mr. Raron and Lord Northcote. Raron urged rapid imperial expansion and a factory-based economy, while Northcote praised WA’s value to the Empire and urged population growth to strengthen federal influence and support of trans Australian railway projects.
West Australia Perth June 12 adjourned inquest into the death of Agnes Lynch who died June 1 in Jewin Street Perth. Before Mr Holland J7 and a jury of three Detective Sergeant Marin conducted with Dew Cuthbert and Tymms presenting evidence. The body organs were healthy except the right side of the heart which was distended with blood. In the absence of poison the jury found death due to heart failure.
The Geraldton Junior Cadets won the Mappin Webb Shield for the longest range score and the 4th Battalion Cup. Team members included Yergosnta Bowe Shepheard Nelley Edwards Evenson Bartlett Nelley, with Cadets Buewards Evensen Seaton and others. Prizes included gold sleeve links, watches, and brushes.
A letter from June 12, 1908, requests readers to donate or procure cheaply a water tank to help a farm family conserve rainwater. The writer thanks the Military Band for its assistance and notes proceeds from a benefit football match are held by Mr J Jenner.
A lively Geraldton evening features Mothers Union and others at the Railway Hotel where Mrs Baldwinsom and Mrs Hareiton receive thanks for church service. The event discusses theatre plans, a resident magistrate, and a heated debate on temperance laws, with calls for stronger reforms and publican controls.
The text argues it is best to shun it altogether because many weak brethren lack power to resist and are exposed to various evils. It frames refusal as a protective stance amid broader moral dangers.
In Bath yesterday Somerset dominated the Australians as rain interrupted play. Somerset's top stand limited Australia to a fragile 5 for 5 4 at stumps with Whitty ill today.
London June 11 England announces the selection for the second test at Lord's. Players listed include Maclaren Waigh Jones Hobbs Fry Rhodes First Gann Lilly Tyldesley James Hayward and Kirg Hyward, though Hyward is reportedly suffering from a stomach ailment and is unlikely to play.
The article records local appointments and social events in Geraldton. Raymond Gee is appointed to a permanent post, praised by residents. Chaeles Morne Wittenoom, Mrs Sholl’s elder daughter, and the wedding at the Port Cathedral are noted with family attendance. Geraldton Dairy Produce Company changes hands as Mr Townshend takes over. The piece also mentions Mr Kelly departing after two years and a deceased man aged 77 with a remarriage to Miss Whitehurst in Greenough.
Market notes from Werth and Adelaide indicate wheat and flour rates with local variations. Melbourne reports Wheat at G4 ta Sq yl, flour £11 104, oats £2 125. No changes noted since last imitation across regions.
Tenders are invited for the yearly rental of Victoria Location 18H Greenough Methodist Church area. Deadline set for Saturday, June 1st, to Reverend J. Tiler at the Methodist Manse, Geraldton. Tender must be received and may be accepted or rejected.
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