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Newspaper
Geraldton Guardian
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
May 15, 1909
Page
4
In a noisy miscellany, the author condemns sensational reporting of a woman’s death, laments moral decline and public gossip, and condemns drink and scandal. The piece notes fashion debates on sleeves and crepe gowns, praises women’s independence, and references Miss Dixson and contemporary social movements.
A reader-letter section discusses railway routes and political stances. Mr Newsom, Mr Nanwon, and Mr Lauder are cited amid remarks on public good versus greatest number, with references to East Chapman Mount Erim and Knjarenn Siding. The note also mentions Mr Deakin and party fusion implications in Australia.
The Geraldton Roads Board held its May meeting with chairmen Tionel Fort Davis and others. Accounts totaling £100 10s 6d were approved. Rates were set at 1d in the pound on unimproved capital value. valuations were updated. Licences were to be issued to members, with prosecutions for tax arrears. The secretary reported progress on arrears and bond arrangements. S.J. Moran’s resignation as inspector was accepted and applications for the vacancy invited. Public works grants and concrete road, drainage, and bridge projects were discussed, with several requests deferred or referred to future meetings. The annual ratepayer meeting was scheduled for Thursday the 17th at 1 pm in the Council Chambers, Geraldton.
Jockey Bower risks strike for higher pay as American rivals demand 200 per month plus retainers and per-mount fees. Record times fall at Randwick and Riccarton with poids: 7 furlongs in 1 36.2 at Canterbury, and 264 seconds for seven furlongs. Debates rise over stipendiary stewards spreading to Tasmania amid Easter racing chatter.
Economical fencing proves advantageous with Neptune Unrivalled Patent Steel Wire. The wire is said to yield savings of twenty five to twenty two and a half percent on transport charges compared with ordinary wire. When properly erected it will time without sagging or sna.
The ad touts specially manufactured springed 1 inch welting droppers lighter cheaper and easier to fix than wood droppers. It promises better string distribution and lighter weights for wire games plus three ply salvage Neptue netting with five tens of wire between meshes. Ask for a booklet detailing sizes and prices.
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