Mine Tindall Dies After Bulli Collision
Telegrams report Sydney May 9 that Mine Tindall, badly injured in a collision between a passenger train and a coal train at Bulli, has died of injuries. Mrs. Pritchall remains in critical condition among passengers. Also noted is a public dispute in Broken Hill over morality and church influence as the mayor responds to a Presbyterian assembly leader's accusations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sydney
Tindall
Bulli
Hies
Sunney
Broken Hill
Patterson
Presbyterian Assembly
Gentiormn
Drenkeness
Train Delayed After Queensland Rail Accident
Brisbane May 9 The mail train from Cunnamulla ran into a block of shop usar Macalister. The engine derailed partly and the train was delayed five hours. Also Bristens May 8 XK stockbroker F.L. Johestes filed for insolvency citing inability to pay debts from mistaken actions. Herold shares in late 1900 for forward delivery led to expected profit but proved loss. A Constable's blunder resignation demanded.
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Brisbane
Cunnamulla
Usar Macalister
Bristens
Johestes
Henteins
Arces
Herold
Gold Buyers' Licenses Opinion Of Chamber Of Mines
A terse summary notes the chamber of mines expressing views on the licensing of gold buyers, highlighting the opinion as a matter of policy and economic impact within the mining sector.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chamber OF Mines
Premig es Conference and Victoria Debt Report
Melbourne May 9 The Premiers conference closed as Premier Bent outlined Victoria would this year show a deficit of 14900 and a surplus of 560008 under Sir William Lyne's proposals. He noted Victoria's position compared with other states with large areas and sparse populations.
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Bent
Melbourne
Gomerance
Victoria
Wm. Lyns
Intercolonial Eight Car Brace Wins Likely for Victoria
Across the water, Victoria stands as the probable winner in the intercolonial eight car brace. Melbourne details hint at a decisive sight-oared vessel showing strong form with the general opinion favoring Victoria’s crew in this regatta.
West Australians Aiming For Victory In Clone Race
Victoria expects a competitive clone race as West Australians show strong form. Horseburgh notes his men will bid hard for victory and push for a decisive win.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Victoria
Horseburgh
Alleged gold specimen case discharged in May
A youthful claimant named Lawrence Mafletini faced a charge over a gold specimen valued at one shilling from the Virginia mine. The court found the accused ignorant of the item’s presence and granted him the benefit of the doubt after the specimen was discovered in a tim tobasta box by the searcher.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lawrence Mafletini
Virginia
Tim Tobasta
West Australian Water Contract Reward Folly
Merton's Reward G M Company paid the Government £1000 to terminate its water supply contract. The deal was to provide water for two years and 11 months, but the payment ends the agreement prematurely. Perth references mark a government settlement in May.
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Perth
Merton
G.M. Company
Tencel
Perth Public Hospital Infectious Ward Plan
The Acting Premier declares new infectious diseases ward at Perth Public Hospital to be built. Victoria Hospital at Hobisco will be taken over by government and all infectious cases treated there.
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Perth
Mey
Varsea’ Qartars
Perth Hospital
Victoria Hospital
Hobisco
Victoria Boxital
Judge's Vacation Delays Divorce Case Dee V Dee
Perth reports Mr Justice Millan to depart for a well earned holiday in England. In the Dee v Dee case the evidence for the respondent was heard yesterday before Mr Justice Booth and a jury. The respondent gave evidence in her own behalf. Proceedings continued.
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Perth
Justice Millan
England
Dee
Jus Hes Booth
Omrah Immigrants Complaints Against Lands Department
Perth May 2 reports a complaint concerning the Omrah immigrants and alleged issues with land department decisions. The old immigration experience and formation are cited as context for the dispute, with references to obtaining information and the handling of the case.
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Perth
Bo Ss
Omrah
Plucky billiardist challenges world champion in Kalgoorlie
Perth May 9 reports that 9 noted billiard players including Taman issued a challenge to Stevenson the world champion to meet him in Kalgoorlie, signaling bold local ambitions in the game.
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Perth
Taman
Stevenson
Kalgooctia
Fatal Mining Accident The Rope Snaps and Man Falls
A miner named Kitchens fell after a rope broke during rescue attempts. Evan Griffiths volunteered to search for the dead man. Monaghan took charge but the rope failed, causing Griffiths to plummet to his death. The Crown Law Department brings action against Monaghan for alleged negligent death.
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Kitchens
Monaghan
Evan Griffiths
Serees
Griffiths
Crown Law Department
Monaighan
Evans
Bingley’s Trials A Second Charge Laid
Perth May 9 Arthur Bingley was acquitted on appeal by the Supreme Court of a charge that he possessed property reasonably believed to be stolen. He is now charged again and the case proceeds.
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Perth
Arthur Bingley Wee
Supreme Court
May Meeting At Adelaide Turfs Races Report
Weather at Axcot good and attendance solid as May meeting results include Redcliffe Hurdles won by Booby at 9.0, Rockingham Stakes with Little Mary top weight 8.12, NABRAUP and Maylands handicaps, and the Telephone Handicap. Additional entries list Seven Sartonge and others with various betting odds. Adelaide May 9 1908 race tables show True Boot and Ganymede in Sir Thomas Elder Stakes.
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Perth
Axcot
Botting
Little Mary
Rundorrie
Reliance
Oto
Railway versus Mercantiles football clash ends with Mercantiles win
A detailed match report describes an evenly contested game between the Railways and Mercantiles with multiple goals and goalscorers. Mercantiles lead at halftime and extend to a 3 goals 11 behinds final while Railways finish with 4 goals 4 behinds. Key players include Bam Walsh Harper Mounier Locks and Huntchinsee.
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Railways
Mounier
Mees
Locks
Ewart
Pamedom
Harper
Harer
Huntchinsee
Railway officers shine amid tight hall match report
In a crowded hall match, Mounier and Wool fous impressed while Locke stood out as the top performer. Cunnington and Groemist showed solid form for the Railway. Honorable umpire Mr. Fock Cullen impressed with precise calls receiving broad approval.
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Ward
Mounier
Woolfous
Locke
Cunnington
Groemist
Fock Cullen
Social events and fashion notes from Geraldton gathering
A lively excerpt describes a Presbyterienne social with notable attendees and a decorative hall. It contrasts cheerful, busy moments with comments on attire, dancing, and fashion trends, including critique of felt hats and kimonos, plus remarks on local theater and club activities.
Howling Club and social dances for May
A local club plans July tournament partner draws and a May Town Hall dance. Ladies’ tennis style pairings, committee setup, and a feature Bread and Butter Dance mark the social push. Community letters urge female political involvement and support for local candidates amid national morality debates.
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Queensland
Constabli
Premiges
Malbourne
Weuton
Perth Public Hospital
Lands Department
Challenges Stevenson
Kalgoorlie
Bingley
W.A.T.C. Racing
Redcliffe
Saperator
Carlton
Laget
Cova
Sevett Torlongs
Milner
Vieyeshoes Mortgolfiere
May
Appuay Sud
Adelaide
Meercantiles V. Railways
J. Woersster
M. Walsh
Mercantile
Mercantiles
Tte Claw
Mercaave
Goslhickera
Dumn
Bum
Mercantiies
Hapemond
Proms
Tiny
Wheel Minor
Martin
Folkiereed
Faper
Meccanules
Tu Schuitiqn
Sybil
Gerald Kcelle
Pope
Fred Warwicker
George Baston
Mie Indien
Geraldton
Willeoskes
Eanemt Sowell
Reagan
Melbourns
Faust
Uorgssoming
Akeep
Kidd
Brown
Camn O'Beim
Carson
Northern Development League
Indica
Building Society
New York
Divores
Womien
Norland Institute
Rydmey
Folka Gedure
Adveetisn
MacKenzie
Jr. W. A. G. Walter
Reamily
The
Upyer Hapman Valley Branch
Naltawah School
R. M
Oliver’s Clothing Company
Masonia Hall
Marine Terrace
A. S. Kent
Mamie
W. Wineberg
Gerldton and
P. M. Steggall
T- Norr
Yosemiras
Oswell’s
Sears
Dubs, Public Library
Esplanade
Hanson
E. Ford
HL Hallett
Ted
Geralnton Coffee P Palace
Public Works Contract
Leasouville
Legislative Council Elect
H. Carson
Northampton
Wetnandey
Uni Walkaway
Fridey
Greewough
Momtay
H. Consens
Ares Terrace
Orrubton
Central Province
B. C
Hla
T. L. Brows
R. J. Elliott
ANSI
MUR
Anderson
Tommy
B. C. O'Brien
Bootenal
Walkaway
Magnet
Narawai
State School
Masonje Hall
Greenough
St. Catherine's Hall
RILEY
Gornkiton
Legislative Council
Centralrovince
Histeria
Speenriyl
South Greenough
Mra Athernon
Georgina
Nabawa
Oukatells
Mth
Nath
W. Halligan
Guardian
Howe
James C. Kidd
Sone Eterna
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