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Newspaper
Geraldton Guardian
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Oct 19, 1907
Page
4
A Perth letter details protests over Midland Junction rail workshops delaying orders and favoring Fremantle private firms. It flags higher costs, test-price disputes, and workers' training value, while praising the state workshops as essential for apprenticeships and local industry. It also notes timber union politics and a planned cooperative shift, urging government action and broad advertising.
The Geraldton Roads Board met in the secretary’s office on Thursday the 17th at 11 a.m. with members L. B Davis chairing and W. Kenie Grant, B.L. Parker, Jon Gould, and Secretary James C. Kiel present. An appeal by Copley Bros. was dismissed. by‑laws framing was set for the next meeting. arrears in rates were largely collected and further recovery planned. accounts totaling £965 2s 6d were passed. a full financial statement will be prepared for the next meeting. ratepayers were reminded to pay by November 20. The supervisor noted most contracts completed except a fencing job, with work to be finished at the supervisor’s risk if not completed by November 7. The Chapman River road crossings at Seakiby and Katariina were discussed, with requests to consult the Railway Department and Resident Engineer for prompt attention. Correspondence from Public Works and Lands Departments was read. the board agreed to advise regarding Reserve 48a and to assist with unlicensed dog or vehicle enforcement. A fencing request for Location T/141 was postponed.
Brief item notes a evolving device described as the new visible writing machine, with mentions of Yoaut New Century and related crafts or makers. The fragment hints at arms or tools connected to the era, possibly a sensational or speculative invention headline.
A satirical chronicle set in Gerakiton during a disputed election. The people reject Karson, build an image, worship it, and are deceived. The Great Mogul of the House grows angry, the image is toppled, Kareem is recalled, and Geraldton awaits a brighter fortune with Librowai and Karnon.
Market reports show prices cleared at fair average levels with poultry scarce. Apples 7s 4d to 15d, oranges 17s 6d to 18s 6d, cabbages 10s, potatoes 10s, tomatoes 18d to 1s 8d, eggs 1d, fowls 7s 6d, turkeys up to 20s, ducks 6d to 8s 6d, with a firm market throughout and limited supplies remaining.
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