West Australian Gold Discoveries Era Began In Murchison
The article recounts the 1881-1886 Mur chison goldfield rise in Western Australia from initial prospecting by Saunders and Grigory to the settlement of Cue, attributes the discovery chain to early parties, notes drought and water shortages, and describes rough camp life and early trading at Cue and surrounding sites. It highlights key figures and early camps, with ongoing exploration and shifts toward major gold production in the region.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Grigory the Gren
My. Phil. Saunders
Quernisland
Laks Austin
Saunders
Alain Johns
Australia
Farquer Mcore
Lake Austin
Murchison
Roebourne
Metrie
Kimberley
Hall's Creek
Adaur Jones
Quinn
Gregory
York District
Port Darwin
Jers
Malola Frazer
Tong Vores
Ermienes
Kaunderr
Harry Johnstone
Mr. Hardman
Warden Troy
Phy Haunders
Barry Lamond
Tom Peacock
Goldield
Pilbarra
Harry Wellham
Pilbarra Creek
Nullagine Cartier
Joe the Marine
Bob, Heary
Mark Wilke
Bighorabiton
Mont Brothers
Sterling
Trosperiut
Bill Wilson
Illuvial En Luce
Anaven
Crnickshsuketh
Coolgardie Fame
Mame Taylor
Lin
Kewl
Monet
Watron
Mt. Magnet
Roogarith
Eliyr
Dt. W. Beerynan
Cue
Stock Movements By Rail Report
Movements of stock by rail listed with accounts from Fitzgerald Mumbinnin to Goomalling Haigh Meekatharra to Midiasd Junction Gifford Creek Pastoral Co Nanmine to Mid taped Junction Lejuene Sw ll from Vowergubbiz to Midland Junction involving cattle and sheep in several bogies and consignments.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fitzgerald
Goomalling
Haigh
Meekatharra
Midiasd Junction
Gifford Creek
Sheep shearing results across regional stations last week
At Me P M L Morrissey iow station 4223 ewes and lambs were shorn for wool valued at 85. Earlier the season clipped 2,210 kant year with 70 km of wool. Mechanial Noomtie completed Friday with 30,000 sheep, about 10,000 lambs, yielding 545 halen of wool. Average cut 52 Taie per thousand. Conditions were difficult due to heavy, grassy ground. Bouguelic and Natarra stations reported significant clips and plans to finish soon.
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Me. P
Morrissey
Meka
Whearer
Natarra Ntation
Nelcom Ponvae
Valen
Yh MN
Kyermbs
Bouguelic Station
Anges
Overs Ped Case Before Yakgeo Police Court
In the Yakgeo Police Comet courtroom, defendants Veen Carrithers and Criddle were charged but failed to appear. Both sent letters and telegrams to delay proceedings, with claims of service issues and telegrams about dates. The court found the defendants guilty under the act, imposing fines of £2 and £4 plus costs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mather
Ion
Bevnehes
Dros Bug
Ber
Nevin Jett
Poona Emesald Tield At Poona Gem Harvest
At Poona the Sour Sembiente site yields few gems from four men digging at Ryan's discovery site. Water scarcity slows operations but more valuable gems emerged this week. Mr Marks notes water could allow more recovery and hopes for rain to fill nearby pools for improved pulling results.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Poona
Marks
Ryan
M Yreket
Mine Development Report From Arooola Blocked Lead Mine
A 19th century mine progress summary describes sections at North drive Toft and an extension to M5fL with rising ore indicates promising prospects. New plant excavations near completion, engine shipment from England to Geraldton expected, and 7 tons of new plant arriving. finance notes include mortgage and bill of sale to the Western Australian Government. Directors reelected. one retiring writer reappointed.
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Aildaide
Finn
Jim
Kalwarde Stata
Winanger
Amd
North Drive
Toft
Toh Tevet
Coompetith
Muetle
R. A
My. Auderom
England
Singapore
Geraldton
Werform
Australia
Forasarions
Armen
Male
Mewes
MB. Hamer
Edwant Bruce
Dixon
Brilliant Gold Mine Mining Meeting Reports Finances
A historic miners meeting for Brilliant Gold Mine reports approved accounts showing a cash balance of £1,020 on June 50, with plans to raise to £3,000 for a new engine and plant. Proposals include sinking the mine shaft deeper, purchasing a large pumping plant, and securing consulting support. The board and managers discuss financing, procurement, and potential government aid to proceed with expansion.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mirman
Yavsenter
Rank
Vbvortiien
MG Wheerlaba
Wininger
Map and freight atlas items for Western Australia sale
A fragmentary list describes maps of Western Australia including Perth Fremantle and suburbs and a freight map mounted on rollers. Prices exclude postage. Advertising copy notes QUANIAS office Geraldton and delivery via COMBTAWTINE GARDNER.
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Mustaka
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