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Newspaper
Geraldton Guardian
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
May 07, 1907
Page
6
May 4 report says rioting in Rawalpindi stemmed from native boycott of British trade and Hindu public meetings opposing the British. Five native barristers are detained on charges of inciting riot and arson, with authorities vigilant to curb further inflammatory speeches.
A remarkable demonstration gathered 200 people in Cairo on Saturday including British and Egyptian officials and Europeans to bid farewell to Lord Cromer British Agent in Egypt. The crowd praised the courtesy he showed to all residents during his tenure.
In Morocco the northern region including Sluradesh rebels against Sultan Mu Ley Abdul Aziz and appoint Muley Hatid brother to Aziz as the new sultan. They reinstate the late Governor of Maradesh and bar his travel to Tenpiets for trial in the Manchamp murder. Arrested suspects are freed amid growing Maradesch coup support.
Report from London says a box coach detached from its axle during King Edward's Italy to Paris journey at high speed. The box was found on the line with bolts and pins removed, raising suspicion of an attempted derailment on the train carrying His Majesty.
Sir Joseph Ward nominates Mr T Fitchett for membership of the Anglo French committees dealing with New Hebrides Convention matters. Mr Deakin declines to nominate anyone for the committee.
Commercial note from May 1 reports brisk wool trade with firm competition and price ranges from old to bar silver. Figures show 2s 6 5 16d per unit as a reference, indicating lively pricing dynamics in the wool market.
Interstate and Local Perth notes the government accepting a tender from Goldualda Fire Supply Co for the Goulyardin Widgiomoolin auction of the Norseman railway. Price set at £34,000, about £21,100 below department estimates. Premier deems the price reasonably low.
In Perth the appeal of Thom Reynulla against the decision of the Chief Justice regarding damages claimed from the proprietors of the Cue Historiae was dismissed yesterday. The case concerns Niaclin and the appeal was diaminased with coats.
The Attorney-General received a petition for the release of Yalio Runaiat from the steamer Nera where he was sentenced to four months for assaulting the captain. It contends laxity in law and argues Yalio’s act was a common assault, not the harsher offence for which he was imprisoned.
The timber dispute case involving Mears, Holman, Jones, and Ryan progressed with no vehicle provided by Mr. Toontale. An amboy of mill officials described Holman as the agitator in this trouble. The case was adjourned to day for further proceedings.
The body of K. W. Parsous, owner of the Barlow Powell lease, was found at Kalyootliy on May 6. It is believed he took poison, a suicide. Parsous previously worked for the Commercial Bank and South British Insurance Co.
A dynamite accident occurred on May 8 causing severe injuries. A man was drawn from a hole during the blast and identified as Toho Petersen, who was terribly injured.
In Adelaide on May 6 the Norma wreck owners sue for 21600 pounds against Ardencraig ship owners. The Maring Hoard court also charged the Norma master and crew with fault yet found the Ardencraig master negligent in navigating.
Four Armenian clergymen arriving aboard the steamer Minilya from Batavia were refused permission to land at Fremantle after failing the education test and lacking funds. Their mission aimed to fund an orphanage rebuild in Armenia. The Syrian cleric Rev. Goliath Jonuphi, recently denied a Commonwealth mission, also reached Fremantle returning to Colombo amidst a distressed, money-seeking interview with the press.
The Imperial Conference discussed preferential trade within the Empire and higher tariffs against foreigners. Sir J I Mackay opposed the proposal from India’s standpoint, while Mr Botha and Mr R Bond echoed caution for colony autonomy. Asquith defended free trade and Imperial unity, debating a potential imperial fund and referendum amid mixed press reactions.
A banquet honoring the Premiers drew 600 guests, who were welcomed to the event with formal ceremonies and tributes. The gathering highlighted regional leadership and civic achievements.
London May 6 The visiting Colonial Premiers were entertained at Manchester where the freedom of the city was conferred and The Royal Academy hosted the event. Mr Deakin spoke amid cheering while Mr Lloyd George presided over a Navigation Conference. Sir Joseph Ward urged cutting Suez Canal charges and cheaper cable rates.
Tenders invited until five May for improvements meeting health board requirements. A £10 deposit or marked cheque is required with tenders. Plans and specifications available at Geraldton Hotel. Tenders addressed to H Ehlert, Lesven, Agent for Mrs Booth.
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