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Newspaper
Geraldton Guardian
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Oct 07, 1909
Page
2
First Display of spring goods features Washing Cambries two tone Zephyrs Delamettes coloured linens earipe creponnes white embroidered costumes and blousings. Also new millinery muslin hats Peter Pan caps and ladies cambrie wa shing with cope striped delaine blouses. Bib le Zephyrs noted.
Advertises discounted men’s wear including fancy washing cand and Panama hats, green felt hats, knitted ties, golf shirts, shirts, socks, and ladies hosiery at half price. Notes availability of boater hats and other gents and ladies goods.
October events include a chair social at Parish Hall on the first, Geraldton Show during Show Week, and the opening match at Polseaa tom on October 20. Shipping notes list Minderoo Fremantle Geraldton departures, Charon Fremantle Geraldton, Riverina Sydney and Adelaide, and Wollowrs Sydney Melbourne Adelaide to Fremantle with ports and dates in October and November.
Shipping notices show arrivals at 7 pm 64 Pilbara from Fremantle Wednesday and at am 08 Charon from Fremantle Meath. Departures scheduled Thursday include Mt Sam from Pilbara to Fremantle.
The report from the Commissioner for Railways notes a net profit of 23,544 but warns no provision was made to replace rolling stock, with engineers estimating 39,800 necessary and a shown loss of 6,132 under private-ownership style accounting. The text also mentions drastic economy measures during the year.
An article outlines fiscal strain in railway management with calls for a dedicated sinking fund to replace obsolete rolling stock. It argues against political routing, favors expert boards, and proposes land tax adjustments to fund reduced freight costs while ensuring private landholders contribute fairly. A separate note mentions a found sealed letter to Mrs T Blakely in Leicester.
Local notices report examinations in the district with names such as Jinnie Gardner Norman Bove and MC Tiller. Geraldton businessman N Ferstat returns to serve patrons in fruit confectionery and sort drinks. A bazaar at Marian Hall opens Phow week to benefit the Cathedral Building Fund with Mrs Gee opening. Church Congress tickets go on sale with return Perth fare. Various land and reserve dates released for selection in October. Rainfall tallies for September 1909 listed. total 2352 points. Dongarra Show weighs the prize and top guesses in the judging room.
A government land agent conducted town block auctions this morning. Three Herakdian town lots known as Kadathini or Three Sprimgs attracted bids, with Sandford Street blocks near the Convent and Mrs Graint’s property selling amid spirited competition. The top lot went to Mr William Moore from J Cream estate for £149, about 180 percent above upset price, while two unimproved blocks averaged over 3 per foot. Other Geraldton and Kadathini lots sold with prices ranging from £8 to £176, and upset prices listed alongside bidders and lot numbers.
The Rev. Tilly learns of his mother's death at Mallais South Australia just before Geraldton show. She was 72 and survived by six daughters and four sons all in South Australia. J Watton, former manager of Gubyon Station, now represents a mining interest. other locals travel from Derby and Hall's Creek. Royal Agricultural Show in Perth prompts invitations to agricultural editors from Australian and New Zealand newspapers.
Melbourne officials respond to telegraph delays between Melbourne and Brisbane and Perth noting no breakdowns. The network runs at full capacity with increased business. parliamentary debate continues on a bill to empower the Commonwealth to assume state debts, with support from Mr Fisher and passage of the Financial Agreement Bill at first reading.
Report from Kalgoorlie notes the Wall and Canton Gold Company made a large discovery totaling 590 ounces unearthed. Tom Browne, noted metallurgist at Kalgoorlie, has died today.
A lovers quarrel ended tragically when Albert Nelson, a butcher's assistant, shot at his sweetheart Florence Sturges and then turn the revolver on himself. The girl escaped death by a narrow margin and is recovering at Alfred Hospital with a small wound.
The Kurrawang work line strike persists with over 100 men idle while some cutters work at two towns. Ample labor exists to load trucks from reserves as daily mine supplies continue. In Perth the Assembly forecasts private amending Bills on Early Closing and Divorces. Parliament debates immigration impact and police administration reform amid ongoing motions and adjournments.
In answer to the inquiry the motion was accepted by the Government and agreed to by 26 votes to 17 with Labor support. Messrs Scaddon Daglish Collier Layman and Male were appointed to constitute the committee.
In Cos, the Fell Court dismissed the appeal with costs in the Light of Asia conspiracy case. Counsel for the appellant indicated plans to take the case to the High Court.
The Rev Allen quoted Mrs Rendall as declaring innocence before execution. She showed no fear and was buried at Pemant Cemetery in Morrie with two friends and prison staff observers present.
In New South Wales a fire at the Central cinema damaged the venue with losses estimated around £5,000. Investigations focus on ignition source as authorities assess extent and impact on performances and local economy.
The report covers the Byringy meet days with details on Second Hurdle Craven Plate Mont ham Stakes and other events. Betting odds feature Grist 4 to 1 Grimcrack Stakes 000 wove Vonavor 19 to 1 and Melbourne Cup contenders with values like Prine Foote Trafalgar and Sed Postcams noted.
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