Inquest Evidence on Brown Will Testimony Reactions
Sydney May 28 further evidence was given at the inquest on the late Alex Brown. The witness described drawing up Brown s will whereby Mrs Baikie was to come into his property.
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Newspaper
Geraldton Guardian
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
May 28, 1908
Page
3
Sydney May 28 further evidence was given at the inquest on the late Alex Brown. The witness described drawing up Brown s will whereby Mrs Baikie was to come into his property.
A fire at M Ann’s general store in Uralion this morning spread to adjoining structures. One large hotel M Ann’s store and Webb’s tailoring shop were completely destroyed.
In Adelaide two well built aboriginal men fought near Oodoadel ta and died from wounds in the night. Federal politics see cabinet approval for placing Posts and Telegraphs under commissioners, Labor Party adopting a quiet course. American fleet reception route fixed as Melbourne reports updates for the event. International cricket discusses triangular contests with Marylebone Club plans and a possible 1908 England visit.
Melbourne reports Senator Best states every effort has been made to entice the American fleet to visit Australia despite uncertain prospects and ongoing diplomatic talks. The note reflects wartime or defense concerns and broader regional security discussions.
Melbourne reports the editor of the Melbourne Pundh named M Kinley has died while at work, details incomplete but the incident is confirmed as the death of a journalist.
The Daily Post issued in Hobart today presents a Liberal stance urging citizens to back Belkin as the most patriotic member of the Federal Parliament. The May 36 date situates the launch as a notable political development in Tasmania.
The article notes a scheduled payment of £2000 related to Burns, the champion boxer, tied to his Australian tour. The first instalment under the contract is due today, with funds expected to be issued as part of the arrangement.
The Empire day celebrations in Western Australia were successful. Governor addressed children in Perth and Fremantle. The Premier spoke to soldiers in Subiaco and urged loyalty to the Empire.
London reports the frontier fighting in Edin near conclusion as most rebellious tribesmen have submitted. Also notes a Philadelphia train crash injuring seventy, a Thaw divorce action discontinued, and the United States decides not to withdraw troops from Cuba for now.
Perth reports another diphtheria case at Boulder Hospital bringing the under-treatment total to nine. Health officials say local precautions by the Bank of Health were justified and expect schools to resume normal by Wednesday. Broken Hill racing sees Sydney Quickmarch win the Flying Handicap and then take the Farewell Handicap after a strong run.
A terse dispatch notes that the First Lord of the Admiralty calls for extended best effort across naval operations. The signal emphasizes sustained discipline training and readiness amid ongoing fleet duties and strategic assessments.
The Scottish Home Rule Bill was read a first time in the House of Commons. It faced strong opposition from Mr. Balfour and the London Time during the debate.
In Geraldton the Labor candidate selection faced confusion as the local branch cannot receive nominations since affiliating with the Australian Labor Federation. Kalgoorlie Conference divided seven districts placing Geraldton in a northern district. nominations will come from unions within Geraldton electorate though ballots target those unions. Last night two nominations, T L Brown and B Dooley, were rejected due to the issue. WH James and C Bartlett are named, but PLP secretary Riley denies knowledge of them.
Promoters celebrate a successful fancy dress ball for children. About 65 children paraded in costumes for a grand march while music by the W A L R Band provided early tunes. Musical chairs, a children’s supper, and dancing followed as officials praised the event and anticipated further gatherings in the Parish Hall.
Tendon May 28 report shows the Bendigo Rifle Club finishing in third place with a score of 798 in the Daily Mail competition, eight teams ahead including East London, Cape Colony, and the winning squad Bt.
Members of Parliament from the Labor party seek to obstruct a planned visit by King Edward to the Ceres of Russia, aiming to prevent the royal trip amid political tensions and diplomatic friction.
Inexion May 26 Their Majesties with the Prince and Princess of Wales and the French President toured the Australasian Courts exhibition and expressed pleasure. That evening the states ball at Buckingham Palace was attended by the Trocident. Britain must provide an army capable of aiding France as the alliance tightens.
A fragmentary report notes a proposed bill in India aiming to curb press publication. The text mentions officials and a response to unrest, with references to public order and censorship concerns. Details are unclear due to damaged OCR.
Interstate mails per Orient will close at Geraldton Post Office at re p.m. on Tuesday June. Held Over The repact of the ratepayers in waves. Top Value Boots at lowest price Bartlett The Bootman Marie Terrace Geraldton. BIG BONZA BOOT SALE is following at Bartletts The Bootman Mexine Terms Gempleton.
An interview with Mr. Lauder reveals 23 acres under fruit with plans to expand if railways arrive. He grows Washington Navels and Valentia Late oranges, Joppa, and other mandarins while grafting new varieties. He notes yields, irrigation, and risks from fruit fly, stressing middlemen’ profits and cautious long term gains.
Fore-owsers note the Karrakallee Stakes and WA Derby on Tuesday while Mr Sol Green secures Positame for £4500. Bundaleer runner-up to Gunbarrel with Little Mary third. Notable Notting ham meeting entries include English Scottish Australian German and South American owners with Sexby riding The Bedouin. Maiden sale summaries record 97 head sold for £11,477 at Durham Court and Wambo stock sold for £9,750. Autumn blood stock sales total about £28,500, plus yearling sales push overall to £71,943 for 652 head since March 11.
Advertisement urges orders for boots and shoes made to measure at Narileti's The Boot on Marine Terrace Gerakiton. Also promotes a Smoke Social Friday Hall tonight with tickets two shillings and sixpence, F C Overben and Ses listed.
Auction of two Geraldton properties and a farm at Rudd’s Gully listed by the West Australian Trustees Executors and Administrators to wind up the estate of Onburns Hocesned. The sale is Tuesday June 2 at the Club Hotel Geraldton with blocks on Garden Road and a large stone milk station area, plus a farm comprising locations 1085 1173 and 178 totaling about 00 acres. The property is under Supreme Court WA order for winding up the estate.
Tenders close with Seerstatu em INS June 1903 for works on Crowther Road Rudd's Gully Heme road Greenough Road and related gravel and metal roads. Bids for Northers Colly Road South gate boundary gravel sections and Koprina Siding Road to form about 15 chains of new road. Completion deadlines set as July 1 for items 6 and 7 and May 31 for the remainder. James Kidd signs as agent.
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