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Newspaper
Geraldton Guardian
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Nov 10, 1908
Page
2
Shipping notices record sailing directions from Fremantle to North West Poris daya and Singapore with captains Townley and Mills. Entries show ports, dates in November, and voyage identifiers, noting sailings on Saturdays and Tuesdays with vessel names Sultan and Paroo.
Shipping report lists arrival at 7 pm of Coorywana under Captain MaDowall Wonday At TM with general cargo 20 loads and 100 tons coal. Also notes 50 tons timber cargo and wool. Fremantle Geraldton routes include Suita to Fremenatheon around Saturday November St. Fargo Fremantle to Geraldton Sunday November 15. Parco Geraldton to North West ports Sharks Bay Singapore November 17. Sultan Fremantle to Geraldton North-West ports Java and Singapore November 25.
A terse report notes Riverima caves Sydney Tint, Mel berms on the 25th, and Adelaide on the 9th of November, affecting Fremsetle trenching efforts. Key players Garaktion are referenced in the brief dispatch.
A verbose 1908 dispatch argues that war with Germany is likely despite British hopes for peace. It cites British poses, German duplicity, and the Kaiser’s interview as evidence, noting Britain’s global links and colonial competition that constrain Germany and shape overseas trade.
The piece argues Germany seeks global naval superiority to threaten Britain, forcing Britain to counter or face indemnities. It warns of a potential world war, predicting a swift clash if Britain cannot neutralize Germany’s growing strength. Australia is urged to stay alert as war rumors spread.
Mise Nash's Pictures showcase prize winners with Hounedll and Brindley among exhibitors. Walkaway races, music by the Military Band, and a late-night return train. Agricultural inspector Hewley reports on Yong country valuations and water wells. Geraldton features rail track plans, new gates by Malloch Bros, and a lecture on The Lost Tribes by Mr W Bade Carinus. An orchestral society practice, Burns Squires fight screenings, and local notes conclude with Northampton and community updates.
A district sports meeting at the Railway Rousing Grounds is planned for Saturday. Nominations for multiple events are listed, with a guessing contest for ladies and entrants including Raynor Buckley Gibbings M Duplex Hendy Mounier and others competing across various yard distances. The program features 20 yard and 3 yard events with a range of contenders from local clubs.
The Geeraldtes Masonic Lodge No. 9 W.A.C. held an installation at Freemasons Hall Augustus Street on Thursday evening. W.M. T. H. W. Shackleton presided, with officers including Dr. Busherford P.M. and J. Kee dick J.W. A social banquet followed, with toasts and recitations by members such as W. B. Christie.
The Adelaide Tailoring Company announces stronger activity at the Geraldson Branch and compares it favorably with the Northam branch. An order book shown Monday indicates 43 completed orders, with plans for a larger staff and manufacturing suits. The shop, beside Mr J J Ryan, is well equipped with up-to-date materials and merchandise. Manager Mr Glick will stay in Geraldton until Friday, and Mr J Ross joins as local manager.
Geraldton cricketers beat Day Dawn by a comfortable margin in a combined Day, Pen and Cue game. Howe Campbell and Grimish starred with the bat, Howe retired on 100 not out while Weel added 29. Central Murchison’s bowlers led by Corner and Fort’s 6 for 29 helped restrict the visitors. Keay took most wickets for Mur chison as Top scorers included De Memier and Corner. Post match, players noted hospitality. visitors were shown the Granite workings by manager Wr. Davey.
Messenger and Party have mined Mors showing daily gains while the total value nears £800. New shafts at Bowes and Mredley's Mug’s Blowie yield rich stone. Roden and Warner's lease shaft is sunk. Inspector Howes visited. Government battery planned. Trituters aim to reopen the battery soon, with water boring to start tomorrow.
Mr J B Pastat of Thornton Beath claims a flying machine duplicates birds in flight and supports himself airborne. Garment and hosiery bargains appear in a sales column with girls school hats and period price quotes from G.8's Big Store Sale.
An OCR segment touts Abrolhos Guano FE as essential fertilizer for crops. It asserts superior growth, clean results, and robustness, claiming the US market supports high value without halved pricing, positioning the product against competitors.
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