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Newspaper
Geraldton Guardian
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Sep 13, 1907
Page
6
London reports Cunard liner Lusitania set to reach New York around 4:40 Friday morning. On the third day out Lusitania made 575 miles. Harland and Wolff are building a White Star steamer of about 840 feet and greater tonnage to eclipse the Lusitania.
Melbourne reports a fury of tariff maneuvering as John Quick moves to form a Tariff Committee to curb higher duties, while Sir William Lyne warns of warlike declarations. Sir John Forrest hints at a three-electorate Senate reform, and Mr Mahon pushes for protective duties with fair wages, criticizing WA state costs and Kingston tariff parallels.
Police Magistrate at Maryborough Mr W Leader was run over by a Ballarat train last night and severely injured. He is expected to survive only a few hours, with doctors describing his condition as very grave.
Schedule before Parliament details a route from ae to Black Perth for the Mount Magnet railway project, presented this day. The fragment notes the Mount Magnet schedule as part of the bill proceedings.
The bill specifies the tavern fine starts near Mount Magnet on the Geraldton Lue line and runs generally east for about 9 miles to near Range maming, with total length near nine miles. Jane Mill was read and passed the first reading on Wednesday.
Perth This Day reports the Jardine conspiracy case where Crown evidence concluded. Ali Barker and an unnamed prosecutor opposed publication of letters between the accused and Linehan, arguing prejudice. Haynes said copies were in evidence though the letters were not. The judge said the letters harmed justice and jurors would be biased by newspaper statements. Accused Tiem denied press claims of coercion. The case was adjourned.
The inquest into Muse Fouracre’s death at Pinjarn was continued in a crowded courtroom. Evidence presented was of a general nature with no conclusive facts established.
De Kitchilan takes a new role as he writes a life story titled My Downfall. He crafts surprisingly good English and shows power in high-flown eloquence.
Ada Hancorn sues Charles Donald Roberts, mine owner of Meekatharra, for 2000 pounds alleging breach of promise of marriage. The case was filed yesterday and will be tried before a magistrate. the defence denies the promise.
The State Parliament approved a bill to register children born out of wedlock by the father at any time after marriage, completing all stages of passage.
In the council Mr Connolly moved the second reading of the Land Tax Assessment Bill. Mr Pennolather announced his intention of opposing the Bill.
Tributers in Luck Norvaland and party cleaned up yesterday from their tribute on Bayley’s, 94 tons for 94907. Since taking the tribute after the recent sale, the party has got out 214 tons for 2,082 oz.
The Board of Directors of the A N A passed resolutions last night expressing firm allegiance to the Commonwealth and disapproval of the States Rights League’s aims. The meeting affirmed loyalty to the federation and rejected secessionist objectives.
In a local court before Mr Walter KM the action centers on an agreement to provide security for a large sum tied to matured and maturing notes. The plaintiff seeks recovery of solicitor costs incurred in preparing the security. Arguments over Statute of Frauds and implied requests followed. Decision postponed to Monday.
A Perth mass meeting convened by the State Rights League resolves that constitutional means should secure Western Australia’s power to frame impose and collect its own taxation to protect state industries. The gathering featured earnest speakers and showed strong anti Federation sentiment.
Mr Maley moves to appoint a Select Committee to examine a telegram sent to Sir Wm Lyne referree about an alleged meeting at Moorebing. The telegram allegedly shows a tariff approval hoax involving a Commonwealth minister.
An advertisement feature highlights a large assortment of new patterns for spring and summer attire. Readers are invited to request self measurement forms and patterns to tailor their wardrobe.
A Linton farmer dropped his whip and discovered a nugget of pure gold valued at fifty pounds lying beside it. The find highlights the unexpected fortune found on rural land and adds a curious note to local farm lore.
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