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Newspaper
Geraldton Guardian
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Mar 30, 1908
Page
3
London March 30 The Canadian Pacific Railway Company plans two larger faster steamers for Atlantic service to establish a weekly mail run if Great Britain renews the mail contract with the Pacific section.
London dispatch reports further earthquake damage in Mexico with a couple killed and a prison at Ometepes destroyed. Thirty prisoners escaped as structures collapsed and chaos spread across the affected area.
The article lists allowable deductions for all workers, merchants, and pastoralists under the 1907 land and income tax regime. It details exemptions for each child, life assurance, interest, salaries, business expenses, depreciation, stock purchases, and other costs. It also outlines specific deductions for farmers and pastoralists, including child allowances and stock values.
Telegrams report an inquest into Lily Turner who died in a marking home or the result of an illegal operation. The inquiry, targeted for Thursday, is expected to be lengthy as officials collect information.
Sydney March 31 Tennert Morgen commercial traveller sued the Railway Department for 1000 pounds claiming removal from a first class carriage while ill. The judge called the treatment barbarous and instructed the jury accordingly. Verdict awarded Morgen 200 pounds plus costs.
A serious blaze swept through the Federal Clothing Manufacturing Company's premises on Flindora Lane Melbourne. Fire brigades arrived to find the groin floor alight from end to end and flames creeping toward the upper storeys. Firemen brought the fire under control but extensive damage to the work and fitting was sustained.
Police seek Jomph Coleman who killed Constable King after his release from jail for drunkenness. Searches extended across the countryside until late hour with no trace. A verdict of wilful murder was returned against Coleman and a warrant issued for his arrest.
Sydney reports a double drowning at Scott's Creek Candleton on March 31. Ferryman John Pohl and 13 year old Harry died after a boy fell into the mudged water and the father, unable to swim, tried to rescue him.
In Coolgardie on March 31 an adjourned inquest into the death of Inspector Robert Beeing found him dead after a week of travel and illness. A post-mortem indicated cyanide or potassium in the stomach. The jury ruled death by cyanide poison self-administered while temporarily of unsound mind.
Alfred Kirk of Broke Hill, awaiting trial for murder, died by his own hand in the jail this morning. He tore his ligature rope, fed one end to a window, and hanged himself after previously attempting suicide by opening a vein with imprecise tools.
Mrs. Toskin a married woman living in Perth was arrested yesterday afternoon charged with having on March 31 engaged in misdeeds at Fremantle Asylum for the Insane involving Gertroks un Burrows. She became seriously ill after the alleged operation and was saved by three doctors. She remains in hospital in a serious but improving condition. Bail was granted for sight days and she was remanded for further police action.
No major developments in the waterside dispute as talks proceed. Newcastle and Hunter River Company manager Cuthbertson said the strike is practically over, with officers mostly not part of the group and awaiting engine replacements. Company boats should resume normal operations within two days.
Perth March Jt George Withers land and estate agent was found dead in his office after a fit. Mr Mills of King Edward Hostel fined ten pounds for selling to a nonresident appealed to Mr Justice Booth. the case involved Victoria location No 534 land in dispute. Plaintiffs seek reversal of Judge Booths judgment and the will affected parties. The Bull Court allowed the appeal with costs this morning.
Melbourne reports an early move by the Australis squadron as dawn broke. Warships cleared the harbor in the morning and were soon out of sight. Pat Blanchard noted a magnificent view aboard the Salamis and praised the flagship and another vessel for their conditions.
Local sprints feature Suny Morn the grey and Camellia the other grey winning events at Kensington Park. Fireworks scored in Victoria's Richmond meet as discussions swirl over Western Australian Turf Club actions. Liverpool Grand National Steeplechase saw Rubio prevail at odds, with The Lawyer and Martin Macgregor close behind.
A noted racehorse Babio, winner of an English Grand National Steeplechase, was bet at 66 to 1. As a yearling he sold for fifteen guineas, later purchased for five guineas for hunting, but a broken down condition limited activities. He was briefly used in a boat trap.
The list of acceptances for Doncaster Handicap and Sydney Cup features numerous runners including Elevation Melodrama Welcome Trial Lord Fiteroy and Cross Battery among others. Aimed at assessing field strength and potential favorites for rich spring fixtures.
In Melbourne Mayer V Mayer, Gustavus Mayer applied for divorce from Cle Mayer after a separated life beginning in 1590. The couple lived apart for weeks, then the husband went to England to fund a theatre season and returned six months later. The season failed and £300 was lost. Subsequently they traveled to Western Australia for goldfields, separated again as the wife joined England for a coronation. years passed with no reconciliation.
The fragmentary OCR lists numerous names such as Maranyi Lancastarite Rouvray Longchamp and Lady Focelle alongside terms like Betting for Doncater and Sydney Cup. The readable content appears as a jumble of participant names, horse or vessel style terms, and possible event notes with no coherent narrative.
Race card excerpts show Prince Alfred and Royal Car in Trial Stakes with Bucking ham, Buck ingham, Heyboe, and Dowling as riders. Gingin Handicap names Loretano and Crowfoot, with Way break and Swanty cited among entries. Ladies’ Purse lists Varuunx and Loreroing with Royal Car in third, plus betting odds and winner notes, indicating a quiveract victory by a short margin amid varied placings.
The Customs returns show a notable drop in imports and revenue for the month compared with the same period last year. Averages may offset monthly dips, but the decline spans imports and exports, with commentary noting the figures’ limited immediate impact.
Dina Rhodes aged 32 and Listle Rhodes aged 20 went to a sports meeting at Lavoro Hill on Tuesday. They attempted a shortcut home to Beech Foret and became hopelessly bushbound, found yesterday morning in a verdant jungle. Their clothing was torn but they were physically strong and expected to recover from the ordeal. Weather conditions appeared adverse during the incident.
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