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Newspaper
Geraldton Guardian
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Oct 11, 1907
Page
3
A mass meeting of coal miners was held as a work stoppage loomed. The dispute focuses on demands and conditions, with the union urging concrete terms and the firm considering the necessary steps to address worker grievances.
The no confidence motion failed 96 to 18 amid heated discussion on government interference in managing the council and government arrangements. Attorney General and Holman clashed over statements on voting and prosecutions, with Holman suspended after refusing to apologize. The Premier emphasized limits on council interference as the vote concluded.
Fire at Carter's drapery establishment in Perth wrecks the top floors containing chemicals worth about £43,008, property of Felton, Crimems and Co. Firemen from the brigades gain control early and save the rest. Estimated total damage around £100.
The House debates public funds involving Wingworth and Brown over 1900 pounds and related investments. The Treasurer contends Brown erred, while a viewer notes partial payment of a thousand pounds. Ministers face questions on accountability as the House declines to endorse actions. Mr Tray moves to query government plans for the Horrinnany jetty and Ravensthorpe line amid disappointing prospects.
A fragmented Perth item notes mail franjé broueht to the State amid a mix of terms. The report mentions Kellerhertin and Cottesloe Beach, a fire at Rodda's store, insurance of £700, and a dediding wes abe lomued, with unclear details due to OCR errors.
London October 9 delegates from the Amalgamated Society of Railway Servants vote unanimously to back men’s demand for recognition by railway companies. Continental Shipping Federation delegates will press British Shipping Federation to devise combined measures against unemployment. The Miners Federation also unanimously backs the bill for nationalisation of mines and its Lords’ Skeitation.
October 10 report notes Lowen, a South Australian student from Adelact, securing another scholarship at Cambridge University in London. Also listed is the death of Carvell Williams, chairman of the Liburstine Society pushing disestablishment of the Church of England, and a marriage involving Jean Gerardy to Amalia M'Maude. Deceased Wife's Sister Bill mentioned.
In London on October 10 the Anglican clergy issued a directive not to entertain applications for inputings with a decayed wife’s sister, directing suitors to refer to the Faculty Of Seu.
London reporting an Imperial edict ordering that certain weights and measures be published throughout China. The notice specifies uniform standards to be published and adopted, reflecting Qing administration reforms.
England and Germany. October 10. The Times reports Kaiser Wilhelm and Prince von Bülow visiting London to strengthen ties amid tensions. Britain remains unchallenged in power, while German leadership signals restraint and seeks to repair relations.
Lansles reports from October 18 that the New Zealand team opened their British campaign with a win over Bramley in Yorkshire. The Kiwi lineup dominated, securing a decisive victory as they begin their overseas tour.
Fragmentary note references May Day and a supposed action involving French troops and a sentence about penalties. The legible bits mention Tandon, October 16, a person named Law, and a censer to filera years, but details are uncertain and not coherent enough to confirm events or outcomes.
London reports that leading South African politicians support unification over a costly federation as the preferred path toward federation in the region.
New York reports surface amid sensational claims of Mort financia and erandala taking prixe in the city. Brady, a noted capitalist, appears among figures linked to the scandal as investigations begin to unfold.
Armed men boarded a Russian train aiming to rob a banker of a large sum. The banker's escort fought them off, resulting in several deaths among robbers, guards, and police, with many injured. The loot was not recovered.
Landes reports a series of thefts of antiquarian valuables from churches in Clermont Ferrand France. Antoine Thomas, described as a respectable merchant, is implicated along with other clergy in the robberies. The case highlights widespread suspicion among churchmen and residents.
The Catholic Bishop of Limerick has strengthened his stance against the new Education system, signaling a formal split with the Government. He cites concerns raised by the Ninh Chief Secretary and other Nationalists, urging a reexamination of policy.
The Geraldton Agricultural Show drew 1,708 attendees over two days with a variety of exhibits. Prize lists feature horse entries such as Wallace Tart and Hall Star, cattle and sheep judging, and displays from local improvements and milling plans. Mr. Grant and Mr. Crate discussed exhibitor participation and the event’s focus on modern farming tech and crafts.
Fragmented report notes land safety at Geraldion Terrace with alleged issues around storage and access. Names and specifics are garbled, but references to Mr Md Ryan, Mrs Mewan, and Casey appear amid disrupted text. The piece hints at legal or administrative actions and community disruption, with unclear chronology.
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