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Newspaper
Geraldton Guardian
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
May 25, 1909
Page
3
Telegrams report worker actions at Tilsdreds and Broken Hill properties. May 21 notes show weakened output and shifts at Block 19 and Block 10. Management intends continuing ore handling, surface work, and preparation for tailings processing.
A Nordlaie family report from May 2 as an accident struck Mes. de Austomon and her infant near One main street. A rear collision with a vehicle carrying Mrs Solomon led to injuries though Mrs Solomon was not severely hurt. A son of Mrs Solomon endured an accident this afternoon, being thrown from a wagon and feared injured.
An infant died after a medical procedure at Kalgoorlie hospital following the delivery of Albert Carter’s child. Dr Walker reported the infant survived the operation but died at the sight of the scene. a post mortem has been ordered. The mother’s operation was performed by a Kalgoorlie surgeon at Valandore Priya Hospital, with Lehey and Co assisting.
Empire Day events in Perth drew a crowd of school children who participated in the observance. The Tirw tenant-Invernor reviewed the proceedings and addressed the attendees.
William Henry McNamara attempted suicide at Clarmont on Priz day night by cutting his throat with a penknife. He was brought to the Woapital, where inquiry shows he has improved slightly but remains in danger.
Weekly market summary listing items from Perth and Bridgetown to Kah with heavy supplies of Ervit and vegetables. Notes on potatoes from Bridgetown, fowl and eggs, roots and greens with prices and dates, including cauliflowers carrots cabbages celery and apples. imports and local items noted with vendors and location references.
Me fragment describes clerk at the Coiets at Gerken with defeat Ine Porta on Monday. Mr. Bliet has obtained fortnight's leave of absence and will be make i Wise WeNimoein of Herth, dlucine werk.
A protracted meeting involved Mr Joseph Cooke and Mr Millen of the Opposition and Mr Wrese representing the Party, with Mr Mawkin. The fusion of all parties of the Labor Government was discussed, and the agreement was set to be submitted at tomorrow's meeting. The debate was heated yet orderly with disputes over Lyne and Minto, and Liberal League influence noted. Fusion seems likely despite reported tensions among factions.
London May 21 The Council of the Canadian Manufacturers and Orgnizations approved the recent action of the Canadian Parliament to establish a teen navy.
At the South Wales Conciliation Board meeting on May 21 in Louton the union officials announced their intention to serve notices to workers to terminate all current labor contracts in response to the new hours scheme. A nine thousand man lockout is threatened at the end of June unless a settlement is reached.
Discussion hints at a forthcoming government lineup with key posts including Minister for Internal Affairs Henkin Treasurer Burrest and Defence Foxton. A confidence motion shows a likely fourteenth opposition vote, while names like Cook Thomson Rent Millen and Moser appear as potential ministers or allies in the unnamed cabinet.
A fragmentary report describes Messenger's Patch area nine miles south of Messenger's Patch with prospecting plans of 15 acres and several showboats including the Marloo and Mac's Blow. It notes nearby Wilton's work camp, new battery erection, and a generally promising prospecting district with potential for prosperity.
Landau May 24 report that coalowners decided to cut wages by 7 percent due to shorter hours. Employers accepted the reduction and the dispute was referred to Lord Hardie, chairman of the South Wales Conciliation Board, who upheld the employers.
The French battleship Danton was successfully launched at Brest on Saturday despite strong tugs. The Naval Commission urged expanding the fleet to 36 battleships and favoring fast scouting cruisers over armoured cruisers, while stressing destroyers and submarines and calling for two Dreadnoughts to be laid down next year.
In a keen struggle at Lord’s on May 2, the Australian eleven lost to Marylebone Cricket Club by three wickets. Australian bowling and fielding were strong but not enough as MCC chased 168 in 215 minutes, securing the win and the tourists’ second defeat of the tour.
Australia fielded a sixteen apart lineup versus Oxford University with several players like Trumper Macartney Hartigan and Carkeek facing Gilbert as Oxford’s Gilbert claimed eight wickets for 81 runs. Oxford Innings shows Whitty not out and Gilbert dominant with the ball.
A fragmentary note references Walkaway and related coinages with scattered phrases about meaning and sound. It mentions discussions on why the name fits, plus a half price special for various winter jackets and items from multiple vendors.
The selectors have chosen Meharra as captain and a 14 man England squad for the test match starting Thursday at Birmingham. Fry, Jones, Jessop, Brearley, Lilley, Wayward, Hirst, Thermo om, Bell, Tylderley, Blythe, Nobba named among the selections.
Empire Day was celebrated at Gerallton State School with prayers from the Rev. Shannon and Mr Pope presiding. Students and officials observed patriotic songs, speeches on British traditions, and a full afternoon of races and sports with prizes, tea, and civic support from the Town Council and sponsors.
Sunday last the Hibernian Australasian Catholic Benefit Society held an initiation and installation ceremony in Geraldton. Mr Gibbs, president of the port branch, conducted proceedings amid a large audience with over forty men named as bureau or honorary members. New officers include Mr Walsh president, Mr Nil en vice president, Mr Ryan treasurer, Mr Hendy secretary, and others. The branch will be named The St Francis Xavier's. The meeting concluded with remarks on the society's aims and a pledge of support from attendees.
A collage of ads and notices includes MENTING events at Walk Away Hotel with fruit trees and plants. auctions and sales at 290 paw tomorrow. Mrs. Carr business denial and public patronage note. dressbasket reward for lost items. committeemen seeking dancers for Poster Costumes. tender invitations for brick shop erection and construction materials. election notice for extraordinary vacancy in Bat Ward Council with nominations closing May 9, 1909. John Urch as Returning Officer.
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