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Newspaper
Geraldton Guardian
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Sep 07, 1909
Page
2
J G Smith announces the first spring goods display featuring washing cambrics two tone zephyrs delaines coloured linens and embroidered costumes. latest millinery styles including Peter Pan caps and lace collars new stock hats knitted ties golf shirts and ladies hosiery with many items offered at half price.
From Gersitia for Fremantis and Fremantle port calls listed with Captain Bell. Dates span September 1 and October 1 with freight and passage inquiries. Ports include Geraldton North-West Australia Singapore Carnarvon Cossack Port Hedland. Dalgety & Co. listed for freight and passage applications.
Community notices list events including a Hockey Club Ball at Own Hall on September 16 a Railway Picnic near 19mile Tank in September and a Choirs of England performance on September 23 followed by a Liedertalel concert in the local schedule.
A reader laments damaged treasured photographs and urges gentler handling. The note warns against rough handling and emphasizes preserving memories for future viewing and enjoyment.
Shipping notice records the Gorgon arrival on Tuesday at 7 90 a m for Nor Westporte and departure at 12 sees for Fremantle. Passengers listed include H Dobson T Finn D Davis Re Hein Miss L Conley L Tanner and M Williame with Captain Townley aboard.
Mivers Dalgety and Co shipping agents list steamer movements. Geraldton to North West ports Java and Singapore sails Wednesday September 7?. Charan to Fremantle about September 18. Gorgop departs Fremantle to Geraldton Thursday September 13.
The article surveys four budding gold centers Merkatharra Sandstone Lawlers and Wiluna, boosted by a railway to Sandstone and the Geraldton trade, noting population growth, new batteries, and shifting trade patterns. It also reports on agricultural markets, regional rail plans, and local council updates.
Local brief notes an indecent exposure case with a three month sentence for Patrick McMahon and a sighting report of two rabbits near Chinamen's gardens Mahomet's Flat. The item notes an official enquiry following the claim in the afternoon.
S L Elliott sold his Boodanoo country on the East Murchison of 300000 acres to S R Lejeune and Vernon Sewell of Sandsprings after about 12 months ownership. The buyers plan immediate stocking and development. Mr Bothwell of a New Zealand firm tours Murchison districts seeking station investments worth around three quarters of a million. Sir Edward Wittenoom backs Murchison wool quality. Additional plans include 70 miles fencing, five wells and three 12 foot aerators at Annean, a new woolshed, and a bearing to start at completion. Some 10000 sheep and lambs ready for shearing with lambing about 80 percent. Elliott also to build a shearing shed on Lennonville holding 400000 acres. 190 miles fencing to begin. Charles Smith of Guildford reports near-Northwest properties show exceptional country conditions.
London Sept 6 Mr Bradley who funded Cook s Arctic expedition lists gear including aluminium tent axes alcohol matches 5000 gallons of gasoline and oil 100 gallons of alcohol 25 rats and other provisions. He says details were kept secret to foil Peary. The collapsible canyon boat would help in water obstructions while the dog team could cover about sixty miles daily on good ice.
A London cable to Dr. Cook reports the Line Park manager offering 60,000 pounds to deliver 250 lectures about his North Pole trip from Copenhagen. The message indicates a high-stakes deal and a publicity effort tied to Copenhagen.
The Times special correspondent and W T Stead cross examined Dr Cook before 60 journalists. Stead and Times rep said Cook appeared upright and honest. The Daily Chronicle and Daily Mail representatives were more skeptical but some reporters left convinced of his narrative.
The Australian Eleven faced a rain interruption as their game against Beadford's Ele vert was delayed in London on September. The weather halted play, delaying the contest and affecting scheduling.
Sydney report notes takings in Australia from the fourth test match and earlier games show total receipts of £8,000. Of 23 watches, 16 were interfered with by rain. attendance would have set a record if weather had not disrupted events.
The District Licensing Bench considered transferring the Commonwealth Hotel license from J Lee to W H James. Objection arose to the name being misleading, with an amendment proposed to rename the property. After argument, the transfer was approved and the hotel was renamed to Commonwealth Hotel Wing Allgwod Island.
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