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Newspaper
Geraldton Guardian
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Sep 10, 1907
Page
6
London reports a Paris rally where M. Jaures, head of the French Socialists in Parliament, urged workers to employ rifles to overthrow their governments, promising international arbitration to settle disputes, triggering widespread indignation in France.
Yesterday in Vancouver British Columbia a mob destroyed shop fronts and windows in stores operated by Japanese and Chinese residents. One Japanese person was wounded before police dispersed the demonstration and restored order.
On their arrival at Monte Carlo yesterday, Goold and his wife, accused murderers of Madame Levin, were met by an immense crowd that shouted death to them as they entered.
Naumoff is arrested in Venice on a charge of shooting Count Kamarowski, a Russian man. The victim’s £20,000 life policy is tied to Countess Karnowski, recently betrothed to Kamarowski after divorce. The Countess and her lawyer M Prienkoff face collusion charges. Prienkoff claims the plan aimed to defraud the policy and marry. Naumoff, a young married man, allegedly acted under the Countess’s pull. Prienkoff admits planning the murder for insurance and marriage.
Reports from Tangier say Europeans fear a fourfold massacre unless a white force occupies the town. Kaid MacLean remains captive, suffering hardship as weeks feel like years. Raisuli demands release terms including British protection, appointment as Pasha from Tetuan to Laraiche, and an indemnity.
London reports a mammoth turbine liner Tasite preparing for sea voyage as the huge Lusitania sets a grand maritime benchmark.
Liverpool to New York departure sparked excitement as the Lusitania clashed with a rival German steamer. The Lusitania reportedly maintained 25 knots on a trial run around Ireland, boasting 275 ft length, 68,000 horsepower turbine engines, gross tonnage of 32,500, and room for over 3,000 passengers and crew.
The New York World publishes the names of trust leaders who funded President Roosevelt’s 1904 election campaign. Subscriptions total £52,000, sparking widespread attention and debate in America.
News confirms the Arctic expedition led by Mr. Mikkelson is safe after fears of shipwreck of the Duchess of Bedford. The Duchess vanished earlier, prompting worries that the entire party perished, but latest reports indicate all crew members are alive.
Commercial wheat prices in Australia 37s 9d and 40s. Copper spot ranges £73 7s 6d to £73 128. Tin spot 166 5x to £166 15s. Seal price 15s to £19 178 6d. Bar silver at 2s 7 9-16d.
At Parramatta Police Court in Sydney yesterday George Workman Patrick Murphy Michael Mullane and James Royale were charged with wounding Constable Howard with intent to commit murder during a drunken bout in the Roman Catholic Church. Thomas Mullane a licensee of the Rydalmere Family Hotel was later charged with wounding. Bail was refused for all defendants as the cases were remanded.
Nine year old Keith Hancock son of Archdeacon Hancock leapt into the Mitchell River at Bairnsdale yesterday and rescued a seven year old boy from drowning. Officials praise quick action and presence of mind in a perilous moment.
Sir W Lyne received a telegram reporting a monster public meeting on the tariff with unanimous approval. A second telegram from the Perth Coach Builders Union shows strong support for the tariff and opposition to secession.
Sydney September 9 Mr Carruthers expects a sweeping victory at today’s elections. Labour leaders believe they will hold their own and perform strongly in the contest across New South Wales.
Mr Babington who led the survey of the Sandatone route for the Black Range Railway leaves this week for Leonora to survey the line from Leonora to Lawlers. He also is to chart a line between Sandstone and Nungarra and will begin at once.
Dongarra News reports the death of Mr Jas Fitzgerald a respected Strawberry resident in his 70th year after a sudden illness. Funeral held Sunday with about 30 vehicles and many attendees. Rev Father O Hara led rites at church and graveside. Pallbearers included Phillips Delmage Moore Criddle Watson Lehane. funeral by S H Moore of Mingenew. He resided in Strawberry for ~40 years and leaves a wife and grown family.
Wellington September 9 Henry Reid who shot Lydia Gibbons at Nightcaps Otago in a jealous fit died today. The girls recovering.
In Perth today the Victoria Park Council faced a row during which the town clerk, in office eleven weeks, was accused of neglect and failing to open proper books. His resignation was handed in after a sequence of violent scenes.
A telegram to Sir William Lyne from the Black Range Miners Union reports an unanimous vote of support for the Tariff Bill and its proposals. The message also notes best wishes for the bill's success and approves salary increases for union members.
Telegram from Day Dawn Chamber of Mines Murchison branch to the Acting Prime Minister reports a special meeting resolution unanimously protesting the new tariff. The resolution urges lighter taxation on primary industries and opposes legislation seen as heavy impost that hinders mining progress.
A Geraldton Week and Wight Hours general meeting chaired by Mr. Partridge was held in the town hall. The sub-committee report was reviewed with funding adjusted: band music £40, printing and Bavernay £35. Six teams were set for the tug-of-war, and six teams must enter. The committee adopted all recommendations and sought financial commitment from public bodies. Some regret was voiced over Liedertafel and Orchestral Society not participating. Officers elected include Batton as president, J M Drew as vice president, Mr. Partridge pro tem as chairman, D Pascoe and A H Mountain as vice chairmen, S L Busher secretary, E H Bree treasurer. Assistant secretary to be decided next meeting.
Seventy Hindoos on trial for Pun jaub route. British imports August increased £407,448. exports £3,962,430. Sinn Fein no confidence in Irish Party. several injured in Dublin meeting. Train wreck near Berlin. eight injured. Royal Irish Constabulary to be expanded. 112 German ships reviewed in Schelling Roadstead. Grand Cross awarded to Russian Foreign Minister.
The article notes that modern men and women average nearly two inches taller than their ancestors, attributing the rise to increased athletic activity and training. It emphasizes sports participation as a key driver of physical growth and overall stature.
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