Northcote Defends Fremantle Cargo Policy and North-West Trades
In a letter from E Northcote General Manager, the Bullara dispute over Fremantle cargo handling is addressed. He asserts no foundation for charges against his company and explains cargo routing benefits via Geraldton to the North, denies hostility to Fremantle merchants, and outlines proposed timetable changes for tidal ports Hedland Brownie and Derby. He notes recent rate adjustments for wool and stock and announces a new faster mail steamer due in Glasgow in November.
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Fremantle
Bullara
Geraldton
North
Certhip
Poin
Hedland
Brownie
Derby
Uhe
Perth
Glasgow
E. Northcote
Cricket averages for 1907-08 season unveiled
The Cricketing Association released batting and bowling averages for the 1907-08 season. Detailed tallies list leading scorers and top bowlers, with standout performances highlighted across the league.
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Tee Steetch Cricketing Association
Disturbance at Fort Und In Sydney Arrives in May
Telegrams report a serious disturbance at Fort Und in New South Wales where arriving men clashed for employment. A fight broke out using sticks stones and bottles. one man had a bottle smashed over his head. An assault suspect was arrested. The crowd dispersed after police arrive and two ringleaders were taken to the lock up.
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Sydney
Fort Und
New South Wales
Exowd
Adelaide Cup Betting Quotes From Eastern Racing
Adelaide May 12 betting quotes list odds on Dyed Garments Currandooky True Scot Ganymede Destinist Wily Wally Mozarim Metal Queen Eit Exchanted States and others. Odds range from 4 to 41 against Dyed Garments to 1210 against Exchanted States.
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Adelaide
Mozarim
Death of Charles Kingston Saddens South Australia
Adelaide mourns Charles Kingston former member of the House of Representatives dies after a long public career. The Prime Minister will attend the obsequies, set for Wednesday morning, as South Australia honors a noted statesman.
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Adelaide
South Australia
Charles Kingstom
House of
Swift v Brown a business deal in Civil Court
In Civil Court before Mr Justice Gordon Max Swift sues John Brown for 15000 pounds claiming Brown acted as Swift’s agent to run a furniture business and completed sale worth 15000. Brown says would be buyer withdrew from contract and he induced Swift to sell the business for 8500. Trial expected to last several days.
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Adelaide
Justice Gordon
Max Swift
John Brown
Brown
Swift
Tikely
Viet
Divorce Case Highlights Hypnotic Influence Allegations
A divorce hearing before Mr Justice Hood on May 13 features Joseph Garrick alleging his wife’s misconduct but claiming any act occurred with his connivance. The respondent’s lawyers withdraw prior denial and admit misconduct. Sutton is accused of hypnotizing her, which the judge reportedly did not credit.
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Beard
Justice Hood
Joseph Garrick
Mike
Sutton
United Irish League invites manifesto amid Catholic Unionist clash
London May 1. The executive of the United Irish League of Great Britain invites a manifesto condemning Catholics who support Unionist candidates. The argument of the Domb.
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London
United Irish League of Great Britain
DOMB
Will of J G Stead certified for probate in Wellington
The late J G Stead's will is probated with an estate valued at 126000 pounds. The estate is divided equally among four children in equal parts, while the widow receives an annual allowance of 1500 pounds.
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Wellingtom
J.G. Stead
Lindrum Defeats Inman In 1000 Up Billiard Match
Perth reports Lindrum junior defeats Inman in a billiard match 1000 up. The final scores show Lindrum 410 on, 1000 while Inman had 446. American Fleet.
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Perth
Lindrum
Junior
Inman
Enel
Inmam
Official Itinerary Mentions WA Visit and Fleet Movements
Perth dated May 12 official cablegrams from the United States Government note possible West Australia visit. The American fleet is due Sydney August 20 and depart August 4 17. Melbourne August 29 through September 5. no specific embassy or movement details provided.
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Perth
Bny
Deakin
United States
Sydney
Melbeurnie
West Australia
South Africa Unification Debate Gains London Attention
May 13 report notes Natal opposes the pro toasis for unification. It highlights Natal as the only colony whose Ministers are British or of British descent, while other States' Ministers are Boer in nationality and sympathy.
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London
Natal
Geraldton Water Board weighs oil engine bids at meeting
The Geraldton Water Board held a meeting amid debate over whether to install an oil engine and motive power or follow the Resident Engine’s plant recommendation. Various bids were tabled including 16 hp Wiloy, Gold's Gear Powers, Worthington, Blackstone, and Hormsby Akroyd engines with prices from £100 to £911, with tenders to be considered on Monday.
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Ths Water Board
Chemirra
J. Gi. Smith
Logan
Urek
Box
Srigz
Armatrong
Hrede
Mountein
Amst
Wiloy
Bhp
Hormsby-Akroyd
Aalety Oil Segine
Cecond-Haind
Dee v Day Jury Verdict Reported Damages Listed
Perth May 2 The jury returned their verdict in the Dee v Day case finding the respondent guilty of the act and the petitioner the aggrieved party. The jury assessed damages of 200 against the correspondent and a motion for judgment was set for this morning.
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Perth
Mda
Walking on railway lines a shortcut to death
Melbourne reports a man walking along the line between Koorumbarrs and Whithow was struck and killed by a train. The body was mangled and identified only by clothing. In other news Premier Moore says the Federal Treasurer scheme is rejected and the Premiers Conference finds it unusable. Severe floods at Grey Mouth inundate the Tyneside mine, discharge many workers, and threaten wreckage of mine workings with 1500 men out of work.
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Melbourne
Juha Lordet
Koorumbarrs
Whithow
Moore
Victorian Railway Tragedy Inquiry Adjourned
An inquest into a Melbourne railway tragedy opened but was adjourned to May 18. The inquiry proceedings paused as officials review evidence and await further testimony.
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Melbourne
The Golden Shower. The Year's Dividends
May 12 report from Preth shows gold mining companies paid dividends totaling £18,117,443 this year to date. The document compares year on year WA gold mining performance and notes overall profitability.
Charge of arson case shocks North Deade rup
Charles Bradshaw of North Deade rup faced arson charges after an alleged dispute with his wife over a departure from the home in May. A fire then started at the house as Brown, a night officer, observed the blaze and the suspect nearby.
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Perth
Charles Bradshaw
North Deaderup
Pisjarre
Brown
North
Dasdalep
Guardian Traceable Through Avenues Of Public Sale
A fragment notes names such as Mere and Snell plus Kroger and Leo at an office or official venue in a may be obtained context. The text hints at a distribution or listing in a publication titled The Guardian with unclear publication details and access.
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Mere
F. Snell
L. Kroger
A. J
Leo
Thoroughbred sales spark WA stock growth and notable mares
At Sydney sales Meews Funerarl Bros bought black or brown Argonaut a descendant of Amphion and Carbine line. Emanuel Bros plan to send mares to Yandamooke near Mingesen. Washo sale saw To lina by Kieging Cup acquired. Correm noted for Wins in major stakes and Cup placements. West Australian buyers include Bowen Bolger Cockram Hocking Comedy Gowen and Rev. Expect strong two year old fields next season. Loorlock defeated at Walkaway as Wallace Queen shines in Flying Handicap.
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Sydney
Meews, Funerarl Bros
Argonaut
Yandamooke
Mingesen
Emanuel Bros
England
WB. Wilson
Wee Shor Kmown
Amphion
Sandfly
Isonomy
Sandiway
Doncester
Clemence Igrandam
Carbine
Newminater
Eulogy
Bantid
Marths Lyon
Mulatto
Hia
Specutum Ee Rosebery
Suickle
Harmit
Ratcatcher
Daughere
Hataplan
Stockwell
Argon S
Alec
Angler
Aurves
Admiral
Simmer
Projectile
Diplomat
Mc. W. E'Ken Fie Grant
Tolina
Kieging Cup
Ormei
Tulip
Coednt
Greenough
Lord Cantigan
Wakeful
Seaport
St. Ambton
Lord Cardigan
Sind
Patrom
Emir
West Australia
Horace
Envi
Irwin Moore
Damgeere
Wan
Rade Méestimg
Hast Brion
Golden Fringe
J. H'Gowen
Emenee
Loorlock
Norlock
Walkaway
Wallace Queen
Iain
Public Auction of Geraldton Suburban Lots by R James Kidd
R JAMES KIDD offers for sale on account of the Estate of Matilda Osborne at public auction a Geraldton Suburban Lot comprising blocks 5 16 21 and 22. Two former blocks are at Eleavance Street and Garden Road corner with substantial residential improvements. Other lots include 1088 1173 and Bork telly with valuable improvements. Auction date and precise location to be notified later.
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R. James
Kidd
Fale
Matilda Osborne
Geraldton
Eleavoe Street
Garden Roa
Gerabhae
Alea
Victoria
Ie Bork Telly
James
C. Kidd
Durlacher
Local Branch Formation Meeting of Northern Development League
A notice invites interested parties to attend a meeting at to form a local branch of the Northern Development League. The event will be addressed by Propagandist Mr. R. M. Cochrane and aims to gather supporters for the league's activities.
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R. M. Cochrane
Notice to Creditors of Alexander MacHe 30M
Creditors and others with claims against the estate of Alexander MacHe 30M late of Billabalong Station Marchisom Western Australia are required to send details in writing to the Administrator or to Arthur P Abbott solicitor by 8 June 1905. After that date the administrator will distribute the estate among those entitled according to valid claims. Dated 1 May 1905.
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Alexander Mac
Billabalong Station
Marchisom
State of
Western Australia
Tachlan MacPhersop
Harold Wilson
Geraldton
Arthur P. Abbott
Commercial Bank Chambern Bt
George's Terrace
Perth
Jon MacPherson
Arthur F. Abbott
B. George's Terence, Terth
Gerald Fom
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AMS
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