Development of our Northern Country prospects for tropical agriculture
A detailed survey urges rapid development of Northern Queensland style resources in the Pilbara Kimberley and Beagle Bay regions. It highlights mineral wealth including gold tin copper and asbestos, urges stock routes wells and artesian mapping, proposes tropical crops like bananas cacao dates olives rubber and cactus, and calls for experimental stations to test profitability and establish nurseries for planting stock.
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North Queensland
Hio
Port Hedland
Marble Bar
Timor
South Africa
Gaza
Pilbarra
Pilbarras
Kimberley
Goldsie
Pilbarra Goldfold
Weil
Queensland
Everments
Beagle Bay Mission Station
Derby
Fiteroy
Ord Rit
Plantara
Shurka Bay
Dengle
Import Valued Pil Tree Growth in King Dom
A damaged note discusses a palm or tree import valued at £1,230,000 in the United Kingdom. It notes proximity to a favorable site for growth but heat and sun exposure hinder fruiting without shelter. It mentions tanning pods from a Divi tree, yielding about 110% pods per tree, with pod backs containing powerful material and values from 3 to £13 per ton. growth noted in swampy ground.
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United Kingdom
Geraldton Roads Board Letters Open to Land Selection
Correspondence reports the Geraldton Roads Board received a letter from the Lands Department proposing to open reserve 5a for selection. The Board expressed no objection if Mr. Barges obtains the land, arguing open allocation prevents estate favoritism. The writer condemns the arrangement as scandalous and urges Government action for fair play.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Geraldton Roads Board
Lands Department
Gerekhon Boada Board
Roid Bnard
Lamia Department
Geraldies Roads Board
Municipal Sanitary State Reported as Satisfactory
The Mayor and Councillors Davis and Loven with the Medical Officer Dr Macmorram Town Clerk and Health Inspector began an inspection of the town this afternoon to determine the sanitary condition of the wards and streets The Sanitary Committee have expressed satisfaction with the current state of affairs and their observations.
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Davis
Loven
Macmorram
Gowr
Eaprem
Military Encampment by W A L and A L H in Walkaway
City members of the W A L company medicated and a small contingent of A L H held a camp at Walkaway over Sunday and Monday. Tents went up Saturday afternoon and drills continued to 4 38 p m Monday. Rab Woes led the exercise resisted by infantry and light horse units. The manoeuvre included drill advance and overguard movements amid light theft incidents. The camp was declared most successful with two privates court martialled for neglecting parade.
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W.A.L. Company
A.L H
Levis
Bhackleton
T. A. Kidd
Tawis
J.C. Kidd
H. Maley
Prirates
Quiet week as farmers heed wheat price rise
Over time there has been little to report with activity centered on wheat price movements. A concert and dance at Lewin school room on Friday drew a large crowd with many attendees from the area.
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Lewin
Luce
Hungary
Cam Aries
Salvation Army to elect next chief after General Booth death
The Salvation Army moves to choose a new leader following General Booth's passing. Officials state there is no contention over succession and no vacancy at the top, with plans indicating a smooth transition and continuity of policy.
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Ae Salvation Army
Sita
Ian Ihia
Municipal Council Considers Action on Outstanding Rates
A discussion on collecting overdue rates notes subsidy cuts and potential loss of 140 pounds. The Mayor may issue distress warrants for improved property if tenants do not pay. Council office hours will extend to 7 PM to 1 PM Wednesday to aid ratepayers.
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Siei
Sybil's Soliloquies At Moongoonoake Volo Club Opening
The Moongoonoake Volo Club opened with a pleasant Saturday gathering. Attendees arrived by special train or carriage, enjoyed tea served by ladies, and admired fashionable outfits. Notables included Mr. Armstrong, Mrs. Macmorran, and many locals. discussions touched on mayoral elections and local schemes, with light humor about Maric Corelli and public amusements in Victoria.
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Moongoonoake
Volo Club
Eac
Royal Agricultural Show Excursion Tickets Notice
Official notice of excursion ticket fare validity for the Royal Agricultural Show from October 99 to November 2 1997. Travel by train to Fremantle Claremont or Port from Northern Time Stavinis with return by November. Details on handbills. By order N Dodglas Acting Chief Traffic Manager.
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Fremantle
Claremont
N. Dodglas
Bellarove Bids to Continue Signwriting and Decorating
Walkaway Turf Club ELSAS Bellgrove and Ken Nedy have dissolved their partnership as Painters Necorstors and announce that A Bellarove will continue the business of signwriter painter and decorator with all orders receiving prompt attention.
FOR SALes ADVERTISEMENT FOR CO-OP STORE ASSISTANT
Applications for Assistant to Geraldton Co operative Store due by 7 PM Saturday October 96 1907. Minimum wages stated. Secretary Leo B Riley WW Astep Morsegirl apply Mrs W M Reusie Grant Newmarrat. TANTED Experienced General Work etc Freemasons Hotel.
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Geraldton
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Ile Roote Perros
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Sybil
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Preseot
Arx
Grant
Lionel Devin
Myre
Percy
Cresawell
Mes. Hungerford
Macmorran
Gerdner
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Castell Brown
Hoaken
Mev. Readhead
Dunk
Frank Davie
Mrv. Evans
Mrs. Goodison
Mrs. Ferguson
Miss Brown
Wiss Connor
Guardian
Maric Corelli
Victoria
Dubt
Oliver’s Clothing Company
Masonic Marine Terrace
Manger
Wineberg
Marine Terrace
The
Victoria District Turf Club
Public Works Contract
Teanczes
Serios
P.W.A.D
F. L. Stronace
Pandor
Worcs
Geraldton Gap
MacKenzie
FS Estes
Brook Department
Sale St
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Cewek
George Baston
Commission
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Omtener If Neceseart
Gals
Wien Bovas
Aunit
Eire
Asvarsmae
Alen Amd
Walkaway Turf Club
Publiana’s Booth
Auation
Wallace’d Hotel
Walkaway
B. K. Maley
Sium
Constantine & Gardner
Tanted
Fe Aeanno
Mark
Freemasons
Pablic
Louis Exkell
ABS
Collina-Street
Vic
Adelaide
Alanche Teanice
Frank E. Davis
E. Lee-Steerte & Co
General Commission
Goldfield
National Mutual Life Association of Australasia, Limited
Orient Royal Mail
South Brtish Insurance Co
Swan Brewery Co., Ltd
Prize Ale & Stout
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