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Newspaper
Geraldton Guardian
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
May 04, 1909
Page
3
Telegrams show the union proposals to be discussed by Block 1 in Melbourne on May 3. Directors of the Harlen Hill Web 10 Company will meet to decide on questions from the general mandate including working conditions, strike actions, union revocation, and whether the company should sign the agreement with the Darin companies.
Worth May 4 notes the April customs revenue at 65 299 pounds 59 60 pence versus the prior year. The total revenue source was 82 554 pounds, with the State Treasurer forecasting a deficit for the current year. Revenue is expected to improve next month but a considerable shortfall is anticipated.
Readable fragments describe a scene in Wemtrige with ovens in prison and a man named in a mythic context. The text references threats, woollen mills, and a serious outcome expected to prove a point, but many words are garbled.
In Perth on May 3 a timber mill accident injured Frank Barva... a married man with four children. A truck incident caused severe stomach and spine injuries, leading to his death after clinging to life. Witnesses include his wife and fellow workers. A separate near casualty occurred when Mrs Hay sustained burns washing clothes and died Sunday night.
An obituary fragment reports the supposed death of J. S. Read Porth Mas 1 TS Mead, a well known figure, who was found in Townd Street and believed to have died by his own action. The deceased was to be examined by the police court today for formal determination.
Perth May 4 OT T Glick Adelaide Wailor ing Camping sual Bishop Gibney Supreme Comet to-day for £220 in respect of dishonored promissory notes made by the late Father Keogh The plea showed notes signed by Keogh were forged and that the Bishop knew nothing of the notes as he denied the signatures were his through his solicitor.
In Perth Maine a city council committee of inquiry recommended sweeping reductions and that fourteen engagements be terminated. The city engineer faced criticism as part of the report and actions proceed.
The report details Labor party activities for the Swan by election in Western Australia with speculation over candidate selections including J. O’Loghlen and other figures. It notes industrial and parliamentary roles and a volatile local campaign environment. A separate incident describes a runaway horse and cart damaging a lamp post and telegraph pole near Mackenzie’s premises.
Racing at Mingenew May Day produced several winners with Flying Hysticar taking a sprint victory of 15 furlongs while Purreitt Hack Mach and Purewl Sth Ae Woes also scored across the card. Weather and track conditions impacted performances as locals and visitors observed the day’s outcomes.
Fragmentary report mentions Adelaide topics with references to a birthday event, the Aldrin Cup, and a horse owner offered a deal in Fla and refusing. Details are unclear and names are partially garbled.
The latest quotations and probable starters for the Adelaide Cup list Vorgh May Thetoltewing and Waipuna Burden among expected runners. Odds include Willy Wally 8 to 1 Orting 8 to 1 Koorimm 8 to 1 Denghiy starner 10 to 1 Riot tats 1 to 1 Tri Seat 6 to 1 Carlton 4 to 1 Flag 7 to 2 Sedan Rolion 16 to 1 Shifter 20 to 1.
Fragmentary notes show Gr Crabbe motion to erect a trough for watering stock at Blu Point. References to Dr Buston and town milk issues, Birdos, an ovian thief, and a local sale in Charles Street and Sanilford. Health department actions mentioned.
The Minister for Agriculture visited various districts on Friday and Saturday, receiving a cordial welcome from local officials and residents. The visit highlighted potential for coal and water projects, forest reserve access, and road works with plans announced for improved infrastructure and farm support. The deputation urged government action on water supply and land management while the party toured Kek-Alea and Gerabiton.
Sunday a minister and Mr Cooke led a party to the estate with the manager and others. They viewed portions of the property and discussed sediment and relevant details with Professor Lowrie and others from the Agricultural Bank. The visitors offered input on the land's condition and potential uses.
A damaged report describes a ministerial party traveling through the Northampton district by car, with plans to stop at Oakey and pass the Howes estate, amid rioting reports and a nighttime road round. It notes arrests and a public gathering near Northampton farms, with a final motorcade route through surrounding areas.
The text outlines a ministerial itinerary with visits to Northawiptin te higap, Nob auah, and the Experimental and local sites. It mentions gatherings at Tujp's Hotel, a Mune di teiev visit, trips to Mt. triets, and a wake at Harulel. The plan includes travel from East Chejmmn to Geraldton and onward to reach the night week event.
Uncertain arrival of the Roambage steamer to Geraldton delays plans. A ministerial party led by the Premier and the Minister for Agriculture aims to meet and travel together back to Perth, with potential alignment of officials before departure.
The council discussed width standards for tyres and vehicles to be licensed on city streets. Proposals addressed caravans lorries and wagons and whether wider tyres should be allowed or restricted. An expert argued for proportionate tyre width linked to axle load while others urged limiting excessive widths and ensuring road safety.
The council discussed payments totaling £11 with various accounts approved. Health officer approval was given for Tivyanbaul road seed plans, opposed building lining with lath plaster. A proposal for an electric lighting plant for the town hall was noted and police action to address nuisance near Smowdon Street was discussed.
The readable text shows a fragmented fashion item list mentioning coats jackets and furs with unclear brand fragments such as Flannelutie and Fae Yan. Specific entities and details are not recoverable from the damaged OCR.
Fragmented OCR notes describe a private matter in Worth mentioning illness and some individuals by initials. The text references a Rabbinical figure and a Newmierivener from the Paste om States, with unclear details and names largely illegible.
Tenders are invited for the burial of destitute deceased persons at Perth. Details cover burial arrangements and contract terms. Proposals must be received by a stated date and addressed to the committee chair. Further information appears in the Government Gazette.
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