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Newspaper

Geraldton Guardian

Location

Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia

Date

Oct 01, 1908

Page

3

The London Times Joins Publishers Association Ends Book War

London reports that The Times has joined the Publishers Association, ending the book war. The Earl of Shaftesbury reportedly refused 1000 pounds weekly for a tour, boasting a fine renown voice. David Shackleton MP spoke at Coln England on unemployment and municipal relief works funding.

London The London “Times Publishers’ Association Earl of Shaftesbury Ad.c Lord Bramey Earl David Shackleton House of Commons Colm England London Docks

Curate Labor Lecturer Resigns To Lead Independent Labor Party

The Rev. Mr. Roberts former curate at Hawarden resigns as vicar of St Swithia to become a lecturer for the Independent Labor Party. In another item, London announces a new long service decoration for Territorial force officers.

Tendon Sant Mr. Roberts Hawarden Bt. Swithia Independent Labor Party Lomion Territorial Force

Port of London Bill Deliberations Continue

A joint committee of the Lords and Commons has decided it is expedient not to proceed with the Port of London Bill at present, delaying consideration of the proposed measures. The decision comes amid debates on the bill’s scope and impact on port operations.

London House of Lorda House of Commons Port of London

Naval training for new salarders wave of 1000 recruits

London papers back Bir Jo mph Ward's plan for training 1000 New Zealanders aboard ship. A separate report notes a collision near Channet where a screw tourist ship struck rocks but crew and passengers were saved. A lady's jewels worth £5,000 were recovered, and a daytime collision avoided a greater disaster thanks to nearby remnants and visibility.

Tomdom London Bir Jomph Ward Rollier Kingswell Jewela

Forest Fires Extinguished in Most Regions

Copious rain has extinguished forest fires across much of New York State and Germany. Only in Aderondecki in northern New York remains active. The Kaiser plans to push a navy bill in the Reichstag proposing six armored cruisers to replace older ships. Turkey seeks Hague Tribunal involvement over Bulgaria's Orient Railway seizure, with Bulgaria standing firm and offering safeguards for the railway rights.

Lemdon Aderondecki New York State Germany Reichstag London Turkey Hague Bulgaria Balgeria Orient Railway Austria-Fogery Acties Tha Bulgeria

Bulgarian Agent Recalled Over Indiscreet Disclosure

The Bulgarian government has recalled Mintchavitch, a London agent, for indiscreetly declaring he was personally convinced of Bulgaria moving toward independence, a matter raising diplomatic sensitivities and concern.

London Mintchavitch Bulgaria

Balloonists Marvelous Experience Exposed in Prussia

Captain Abercron aboard Joon rose to 6000 feet at Ducaseldorf when a sudden expansion tore the envelope. The craft plunged 2000 feet, the torn balloon spread into a pare chats, and the balloon descended gradually. Captain Abercron and Lieut. Goltzheim, his companion, escaped with minor bruises to the relief of a large crowd witnessing the accident.

Abercron Joon Ducaseldorf Im Reherrap Prussia Lieut Goltzheim

Floods in Hyderabad Cause Massive Flooding in India

Destructive floods hit Hyderabad, capital of the Nizam's dominions in Southern India. Fifty inches of rain fell in 36 hours as the Misi River overflowed. Hundreds of natives are feared drowned. Estimated damage around £1,750,000. Hyderabedia isolated as flood waters race through the city.

London Hyderabed Nizam India Misi Hyderabedia

Stock and Station News From The Bowes and Narra Tarra

Mr 8 L Burgessies bought 3000 breeding ewes from Mr W Barge of The Bowes. Shearing will be renewed at Narra Tarra soon, flock testing to occur. About 70 head of fat cattle arrived at Mailows from Onslow, some bought by F E Milleami and W Willcock of Geraldton. Prices at auction were not satisfactory. Cattle belonged to A E Cochram, with H Porter in charge. Osakelbin Station advertises 5000 mixed sheep for sale. B S Mackensie plans 4 miles of stake on Friday in relation to the Geralitam show.

Geraldtos A. E. Cochram Amther H. Porter Oskabelin Ieee B.S. Mackensie

Scarce Vegetables and Falling Prices Hit Local Market

Dry season drives scarce vegetables and falling prices. Saturday and Thursday dated lists show radishes, swedes, cabbages, and other staples priced per dozen or per cwt, with notes on supply from Perth and expectations of stock depletion within weeks. Prices for celery, lettuce, eggs, and butter fluctuate as shipments struggle to meet demand.

H. S. Mackenzie Perth Isis

Doctoring Through Dust: W. D. Baker Survives Mountain Crash

U S District Attorney W D Baker narrowly escapes a deadly crash on Walnut Mountain when the car went over a 300 foot precipice. The vehicle tore away its top but Baker and others survived with miraculous escapes according to reports.

W. D. Baker United States Washington Walnut Mountain

Irwin Agri Society Show At Dongarra Excels With Livestock

The Irwin Agricultural Society held its Dongarra show yesterday attracting many locals and visitors from Geraldton and Mingesen. Judges praised cattle and Merino sheep while Homeward Bound drew attention in the draught horse class. prizes listed include Craig's Pride and various cattle, sheep and produce awards.

Irwin Agricultural Society Dongarra Geraldtom Mingesen Dorgerre Homors Irwin Park Wallace Park Ile J. Phillips P. E. Mille Deckttres Gremough Farmers’ Club

Fremantle Horse Meeting Reports Weights and Controversy

The Fremantle host club race day detailed two horses Loveka and Quambl finishing second and third in the Telly-Ho Trial. The column discusses trainer changes, rider decisions, and district gossip while noting concerns over English breeding policies and U.S. import trends affecting prices. It also mentions proposed stewards' inspections at Northam and York race meetings in October.

Fremantle Loveka Quambl Wimner Boomak Dirk Demot Mr. Big America England Tattersall Tatterwall WA T.C Northam York

Personal items and social notes from Perth region

The clipping mentions Baywood Eliot in Perth with limited progress, Richard Ford tied to Geraldton, and next week’s events linked to St goles date Canlaon Welc. It notes F Withers of the Railway Department leaving for Day Dawn and references Olive Woods, age seven, and a hospital admission for H Howton after a fractured jaw.

Baywood Eliot Perth Gail Richard Ford Geraldton St Goles Canlaon Welc Ike F. Withers Railway Department Tussin Miss Greaves Anthony Greaves Olive Woods H. Howton

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