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Newspaper
Geraldton Guardian
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
May 18, 1909
Page
3
Melbourne records show 1 year old Thomas Stewart of Mildura was found dead 20 miles from home after his mother punished him by a fork throw. He disappeared and was missing until a search party located the body exhausted from the journey. Police investigate possible death from exposure with the boy presumed to have run away in distress.
Adelaide May 17 a man shot at a woman in Hawkney Street near the Royal Hotel as she fled across the road. Police say the victim was taken to hospital and the attacker, Harry Vient, has been arrested.
Edward A Cartney former secretary of the Celiv Clb surrendered to police after being accused of falsifying a cash book entry. He appeared before City Gate court with bail set at 89 pounds. Cartney claimed a second charge would be pursued and asked for a trial.
Worth May 17 J Haynes president of the Celtic Club says after McCartney's arrest there is no £1000 club shortfall. He plans to sue McCartney defending against charges of forgery embezzlement and general defalcation totalling about £600, a Melbourne arrest challenges Detective Dempsey’s prior Victoria theory.
Northam politics report that in the Northan section Mr Mitchell’s elevation to Minister for Lands brings three Labor candidates into the field: Mines Coffey Watts and Donovan. One is likely to be chosen to oppose Mitchell. Mr Piesse MLA shows considerable improvement after a severe illness though details remain uncertain.
Mrs J Shaw, over sixty, left Collie at 1am on Saturday. She plunged into the Galie River in darkness, was submerged to her neck, clung to weeds and rocks all night, and called for help. Dr Wildeon assisted at daybreak, providing relief as she endured bruises and shock.
In Werth on May 12 the inquest on Mike Bitte concluded yesterday. The jury found that Ellis committed a Kok Treat, with testimony detailing the events and surrounding circumstances.
The deceased Mildred Marion Fitts died from blood poisoning linked to an illegal instrument used to induce miscarriage. The court found Haer vourt Whipple Ellis responsible for the act. The accused declined to speak further and was committed for trial on murder charges.
Lieutenant Shackleton and party passed through Eremanite on their way to Kaylani. A crowd attended a short lecture at Theatre Regal on May 17. Rowa, with an ae idee Cheol a Fall af enrtt, suffered several wrecks and injuries. One person lingered with an internal complaint and died yesterday morning.
Federal politics update from Melbourne on May 19 notes Mr dauhin mentioning stories and the fusion of anti-Labor forces after a Sydney report by Mr Best on an interview with Sir John Bor and another figure. The item hints at cross-city political maneuvering and potential shifts in alliances affecting the Labor stance.
In Adelaide the Broken Hill combined unions report strong support for returning to work with consent obtained. Delegates including Mr Repton and F Jean prepare to travel to Port Pirie for a conference with Tom Mann and Rover backing the go to work movement. A morning meeting is set to decide the situation.
London reports a quake yesterday near Winnipeg Canada with 200 miles Westward affected. The tremor lasted about a minute frightening patients at Regina and Moose Jaw hospitals. Goods shifted on ships and shelves. residents of Saskatchewan were unsettled by the shock.
Reports from Paris and London cover labor unrest and a draft of a Civil Servants Stame Bill as the Temeraire battleship is completed at Devonport. The vessel is equipped with a large turbine, 4 wireless telegraphic devices, and a 1101 mile range, reflecting wartime expansion and industrial tensions.
London May 16 Australians and England fought a tense second innings with strong bowling by Fane and McGahey as the run rate lagged. Kesex stood with no wicket to fall and 17 to make, leaving the game drawn and the Australians ahead on the six wicket data.
A fragmented cricket report describes the fifteenth day of a Surrey match with Australia, detailing wickets and scores at stumps. Names such as Hobbs Armstrong Noble Dyer Strudwick Ransford and Whitty appear, with partial totals and ongoing innings.
Reverend W. Bromilow and wife shared experiences from a decade in New Guinea, detailing language struggles and missionary methods. The service included a Bible translation tale, a hymn in the native tongue, and praise for first printed copies. Additional talks on commission work followed, with donations of Morey Boxes by congregants.
Augustus Heinz known as the Copper Ring faces charges in New York for allegedly diverting about £140,000 from the Merchants National Bank where he formerly served as president. The case centers on a hymn nae connected financial scheme and Heinz’s disputed involvement.
A public notice from M. SILBERMAN announces continued business operations of a wholesale and retail fruiterer in Geraldton area. It thanks local residents for support and outlines ongoing activities at Masonry Hall and nearby venues.
The week brought cold winds and light storms hurting fruit and flower gardens, followed by steady rain at night. Farmers sowing and ploughing are busy, with Beckert’s clay flats sown and a forecast of a record harvest. The cricket season nears end as a town hall club event entertains with tea, dancing, and Empire Day plans loom with a fancy dress ball set for June 1.
Me B Gor 1.3 delivered reserve decision in the case of Brown v Johnston. Plaintiff seeks 21s in cenit, commission and salary. defendant claims £105 for firewood. Judgment orders plaintiff £18 plus weeks’ rent and defendant £0 15s 6d with deductions. Attendant orders for payment include £1 15s and further sums with specified dates.
Major Buchanan of Customs at Geraldton returns from annual leave after Easter. Mr. Petherick has been discharging Buchanan's duties and will likely depart for Perth on Friday. A passenger jokes about the boat’s direction as a river loafer questions if it will go up or down.
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