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Newspaper
Geraldton Guardian
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Jun 15, 1909
Page
3
A dawn blast at the Durnlt Co. premises in Hemet street opened by dynamite smashed the safe front and looted many valuable items. Police found the site unlocked after a search, but the burglars escaped with substantial goods including watches and other valuables.
In New South Wales near Turns on the North Coast line, five workers were buried by a sudden bank collapse during dawn activities. Three escaped, two seriously injured, and a rescue effort is underway as authorities assess the scene and account for missing colleagues.
In Perth on June 15 the Crown Solicitor Mp Marker applied in the Supreme Court to trial Far rourt Whipple Ellis for the alleged offence with Mildred Fitts. The matter was adjourned to Tuesday June 22 with Sir Walter Armin prosecuting for the Crown and Mr Penny defending for the accused.
Correspondence shows concern over multiple requests for aid and the risk of overloading donors. The writer supports a Benevolent Society to oversee dispensing charity, noting several distress cases and urging collectors to funnel donations through Mr Higgs who will report weekly on the situation.
A letter to the Maily Mail warns of Italian secret societies in Australia and Argentina, citingCalabresi, Napolitani, and Sicilians within southern Italian communities. The writer links alleged sinister groups to potential violent outrages and urges vigilance as “we” foresee a great national weapon future.
Our Perth Letter urges earlier Parliament. cites unemployment distress and a large meeting demanding licensing reform. criticizes Fremantle dock project as wasteful, contrasts with agricultural land gains and local industry calls. notes resigning MP Barnett and possible by election as Fremantle and Albany politics unfold.
Federal Affairs report notes Melbouene June discussion foreshadowing a postal loan policy based on a cabinet report from the last Deakin Administration. It sets out a three year need of over £2,000,000 but Cabinet not yet asked to consider. Prime Minister and Sir John Farmer caution delays until department needs and constitutional changes are clear.
The Cabinet will meet tomorrow to review pension work and the prime minister plans a brief statement to the house. The order of business for both Houses is yet to be arranged.
The Minister for Defense Mr Cook criticized Mr Fisher's group, saying the minority party had no right to govern. He accused Labor leaders of deceiving the public to hide tactics aimed at harassing the new government.
The latest betting quotations list hurdles and steeplechase odds at Melbourne on June 14. Entries include W’s Sup, Nightlight, Weipuna, Enchanted States, Knotter, Gireulus, Sex Gem for the Grand National Hurdle, and Pilot, Devo ration, Grofaox, Kuals Lampar for the Grand National Steeplechase with various odds.
The Perth market reports sparse activity with wheat offerings withdrawn and small lots sold at about £4 1s 1d while barley and oats show limited demand. Adelaide wheat opens dull with modest prices and Melbourne quotes for chaff and wheat vary, indicating subdued trading across Australian markets.
In London on June 14, a second Test drew sighs of surprise as England faced a weakened XI with Fry sidelined. Australia’s attack severed resistance early, the weather cleared to help a pacey wicket. England collapsed to 208 all out, Australia replying with 17 without loss at end of day one.
Australia defeated Somerset by two wickets after a tense chase. The match featured a weather interrupted session and a late rescue by key players. Scorers include Brunt, Robson, and Greewell in a rugged contest with multiple bowling figures and a long schedule of forthcoming fixtures.
Geraldton Police Court finds Thomas Kirkup unlawfully engaged a native without a permit under the Aborigines Protection Act. He is fined 106 and costs after testimony from Mr Wilton and witnesses. Judge says permits required and inspector should know where natives are employed by whites. Additional items note two natives on holiday and advice to obtain a permit if keeping workers.
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