Upper Chapman Roads Board Minutes from September session
The board met at Nobawah on September 25 at 2 30 pm to consider a Watts Department proposal for taking over parts of the Northampton district. They conditionally accept with a £1000 government grant for road upkeep and plan a Geraldton show conference. They discuss letters from Lands and Public Works departments, account payments, and various road and gate works with contractors and budget figures. The board directs notices for gate removal and sets a 1 pm meeting time pending changes.
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Geraldton
Nanson
Lamis
Dupp
Lands Department
Secentary
Kells Methinsel
Mee
Tupp
Jetlere
Lande Department
Johnson
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Central Board of Mealth
Guardian
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Victorian land tax debate sparks opposition and warnings
A Melbourne deputation from the Victorian Employers Federation warned Treasurer Watt that land tax would depress city property values by 20 to 25 percent and trigger fresh state taxation amid federal–state financial arrangements. Opposition in the Assembly argues the bill is unjust to break up estates, with a broader political stalemate looming over government allies and the Labor Party.
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Victorian Employers’ Federation
Mr. Watt
Victoria
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Eeply
Legislative Assembly
Bowser
Argyle
Mde
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Legislative Council
Jabor Party
Murray
Federal Affairs Discuss Two Separate Paths on Funding
In Federal circles the Financial Agreement Bill remains the focal issue. A proposal suggests two options: either adopt the Commonwealth Government and State Premiers agreement in full or limit the per capita distribution to a defined amount.
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Ministers weigh pay limit debate over volunteers in war effort
A parliamentary discussion centers on per capita pay for long service volunteers and conscription ties. Ministers fear extending the volunteer system risks time and party support, with Mr Fisher’s amendment on volunteers rejected 35 votes to 2 after arguments over morale and training.
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Sve
Fisher
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Tragedy in Christchurch as man shoots after visit to shop
In Christchurch a man named Roberts shot a girl after visiting a fish shop. Witnesses say Annie Newman fled upstairs while Roberts pursued and fired three times. The girl died later. Roberts, a recent arrival from Australia, was arrested following an investigation.
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Roberts
Tome Annie Newman
Fred
Madia
Australia
State Treasurer Pledges Local Funding Amid Public Works Costs
Waddell states in Sydney that at least £2,000,000 is needed for current public works this year. He warns against overreliance on London loans, noting past issues and the danger of damaging the state's London credit. He emphasizes securing as much locally as feasible without harming financial stability.
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London
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Chatriber of Commerce
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Tasmanian Labour Ministry in flux amid party splits
In Tasmania a rift grows between Sir Eliot Lewis and secessionists from his party over fusion talks. A potential anti socialist party may form. If an arrangement is reached the Labor Ministry could be challenged tomorrow.
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Ull
West Australia House Moves on Private Members Wednesday
In a sitting at Perth the Premier's motion to switch private member discussions to alternate Wednesdays was defeated 7 to 18 while Opposition attempts to push a grievance day were rejected. An Agricultural Bank Act amendment bill faced delays over trustee fees with no conclusion reached. Progress reported on the session.
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Agricultural Bank Act
von Perth
Holy Trinity Church Receives Elaborate Altar Donation
The Holy Trinity Church accepted a carved jarrah altar donated by Albert George Drage of Murhine Howe to commemorate Thomas Drage and Jane Drage. The ornate piece features fretwork, a brass dedication plate, and a carved pedestal with a green digraph motif, dating to September 1900.
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Unhawtetty 04 the Promises Charged at Police Court
Thomas Kelly faced Police Court on a charge linked to the Geraldton Express Company premises. Evidence from F Tower showed Kelly, once a monosilne operator, took a key, entered after hours and damaged the machine wiring. Damages were estimated at several pounds. J M Drew, owner of the Express, stated Kelly was not in his own business at the time.
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Geraldton “Express
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Eypress
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Correspondence on show judging and critique
The letter to the editor questions how a judge determined best lady rider and criticizes show officials. A second correspondent defends the secretary and show committee of the Geraklion Agricultural Society against accusations, urging fairness and noting a motivated critic.
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Swell's at Per in Mahe Hein 3 Fee
Aawaad 5 ia grt A jt ae Tareek. Fragmentary text references a date and place in Mahe with unclear details. Further readable facts are insufficient to determine a clear event or outcome for a concise summary.
Subscription and ad rates in Geraldton Guardian notice
The Geraldton Guardian lists subscription terms and advert ising rates. It notes delivery expectations, payment timing, and non delivery notification procedures, plus a class ad schedule with prices and pre paid options.
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