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Newspaper

Geraldton Guardian

Location

Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia

Date

Sep 21, 1909

Page

3

Beresford Warns of British Trade Route Attacks

London reports Admiral Beresford in a letter to the Imperial Industries Club warns that the government risks a sudden assault on Britain's trade routes. He urges immediate penning up merchantmen with vendors and destroying trade lines before wartime operations begin and calls for more small cruisers and destroyers to protect food and raw materials.

London Beresford Imperial Industries Club Britain Hritib

Seditionist Paper Reappears in Geneva Tribute to Executed Man

An apparent sedition organ linked to Amurnam reappears in Geneva, praising Whingora executed for William Wylie's London murder. The issue denounces Italian National Congress moderates and notes a heavy explosion at a secret fireworks factory in Rin, where twelve people died.

London Amytarnam Calcutta Geneva Switzerland Inc Whingora Ir Wiliam Wylie Italian National Congress Nywerter Ricaghers Haly Rin

Sunken torpedo abandoned after July collision

In London on September 21 the Admiralty reported that operations against the submarine CN, near Yarmouth, were abandoned following a collision on the night of July 15 with another vessel. Officials indicated no further pursuit would be conducted and the incident was under inquiry.

London Admiralty Yales Cn, Mk Yarmouth Wkmarins

Duke of Rutland Attacks Asquith Speech At Derby Meeting

The Duke of Rutland told Derbyshire Conservatives that the Prime Minister Asquith’s Birmingham address used inflated rhetoric and failed to answer Liberal criticisms. He criticized Liberal leaders including Lloyd George and Winston Churchill, arguing the country rejected recent demagogic Liberalism.

Duke of Rutland Derbyshire Asquith Birmingham Treaent Gill Nith Milserm Lloyih George Winston Cinehis Mises Sorinttan

Australian jockeys success at Hurst Park meeting

Lomion reports Stankky Wootton brother of Frank Wootton rode three winners at the Hurst Park meeting yesterday. London notes an arrest in Maidstone Kent on suspicion of involvement in the fatal shooting of Major-General Ward’s wife at Sevenoaks on August 24.

Lomion Stankky Wootton Frank Wootton Hurst Park London Maidstone Kent Ward Sevenoaks

Polar Exploration Supported by Danish Geographical Society

London September 21 The Danish Royal Geographical Society assured Dr Cook of their support for his claim of being the first white man to reach the North Pole and return to civilization.

London Royal Geographical 32 Riety Box Cook North Pole

Peary Expedition Camps Found by Macmillan

Professor Macmillan, linked to Peary's polar dash, rediscovers the camps Peary established at Let. S3deg in 100 and 1906. He notes one camp still standing in tat, while another sites the Greely expedition of 1879-53. he and companions dined on remains as part of the evidence.

Peary Macmillan Marmillanound Van Greely

Roveevelt Expedition Set Sail From Battle Harbour

Photographer Rorap of Trary's party reported unusually favorable conditions for the voyage from Battle Harbour to Sydney Nova Scotia aboard the Roveevelt with Peary and party on board. The vessel is hailed at the port on Wednesday.

Rorap Trary Peary Boant Battle Harbour Sydney Nova Statia Wesineday

Canadian Manufactures Association Seeks Trade Treaty

London reports the Vigilance Committee notes Germany aims to arrange a treaty with the Dominion. Persistent friction among Canadian manufacturers favors restoring commerce, and the Association approves appointing a permanent Trade Commission. The wording reflects cautious optimism amid negotiations.

London Astwialise Tke Dominion M Per Amnent

The Waratah and Harlax report near Manila fire incident

The Waratah arriving at Manila passes a burning steamer 129 miles from Durban. The burning vessel exploded. Initial belief blamed the Waratah but owners doubt this. Lloyds representatives remain skeptical about identity. The report reflects uncertainty about the ship's fate.

London Harlax Manila Durban Tiwan Loyd

Market Reports From H L Mackenzie Fortnight Prices

Mr H L Mackenzie reports for the fortnight starting 6 September showing scarce fruit with no apples and limited oranges. Prices list vegetables such as cauliflowers 24 3d per dozen, rhubarb 1d to ad, carrots 1s to 6d, peas 2s, cabbages 1d, tomatoes 5s per case, fowls 4s per pair, eggs 1d each, and oranges 9s per dozen with wide daily variations across Wednesdays and Saturdays.

Mackenzie Gil Cabibage Ceberg

Pirates v Dongarra Match Report Amid Wind and Short Team

The Pirates faced Dongarra at Isth, with visitors missing several players and relying on Walkaway guests and a local to field a full side. A stubborn fight persisted despite wind hindering kicks and marks. umpire O Malley assessed 2 goals behind. Dongarra Club hosted visitors with refreshments at half time as wool shipments from Pesemasree and Deer Tienes were noted.

Pirates WV. O'Malley Aa Sentral Very Sathelec Dongarra Club

Two Men Arrested For Gold Stealing In Australia

Melbourne reports police arrested two men at a camp in Wallace's Gully after months of theft from alluvial claims in the Rutherglen and Chiltern districts. Officers found mortars and a complete set of gold-treatment appliances, plus gold bearing sands and about 1% of gold. An estimated total of up to 3,000 pounds of gold stolen in the year across mines in the district.

Melbourne Rutherglen Chiltern Wallace's Gully

Pentridge Prison Gauge Bed Sticks and Escape Claims

Reports detail warder Hodson imitating escape by manipulating a bed-sticker to leave an observation cell. Prisoners allegedly concealed tools, and nightly searches were claimed insufficient. Warders complained of substandard sleeping quarters and governor's conduct, amid federal affairs notes.

Hodson Imide Amas

Defence Bill to Open Debate in House Tomorrow

Melbourne March 20 The Defence Bill will be the first business in the House of Representatives tomorrow. The Government will attempt to move the second reading despite possible objections. The Defence Minister aims to deliver the second reading speech and then adjourn the debate to allow remaining members to participate.

Melbourne Spt Defence Hous of Representatives

High Commissioner Bill Delays London Premises Purchase

The forward state of the High Commissioner Hill draws attention to acquiring London premises for Federal offices. An inquiry shows no new offers or land barns received. A decision may be deferred until after the High Commissioner appointment, with temporary occupancy planned at the sapient of Fiers.

High Comenissioner

Boulder Star sued over health inspector innuendo verdict

West Australia Kalgoorlie Sept Bh The Boulder Evening Star in being sued for her by Franklin Higgs late health inspector of Boulder The Star stated that Higgs was incapable of failing his duties It was shown that the Bourde Board of Health had decided to amalgamate the position of sanitary manager and the health inspector and that the plaintiff and the sanitary manager who were dismissed had applied for the joint office soon after which the letter in question appeared in the Star The plaintiff was not appointed The jury after a short retirement returned the following verdict We find that the innuendoes are go set out by the plaintiff and assess the damage of £275

Kalgoorlie Boulder Evening Star Franklin Higgs Star Higgs Bourde Board of Health

Plathan Crushed to Death In Railway Accident

Ambrose Bray a plateman dies when an engine raises a signal and a bump is felt. George Hanlon, the engine driver, reports giving the signal to raise and then a collision follows. The incident occurred at Chaliers sine near the plot.

Chaliers Sine Ambrose Bray Qlatman Cappiere George Hanlon

Mysterious Collapse Inside Cage Leaves Player Hurt

A chaotic incident in the arena shows Bray collapsing after a cage incident. Bray’s injuries appear severe as witnesses describe a sudden fall and crowd confusion. Officials are reviewing footage to determine how the scene unfolded and who moved Bray afterward.

Geraldton Municipal Council Sees Busy Night of Finance and Plans

The Geraldton council met with Mayor presiding as members Brede Simmish Abbott Har ford Bastoi and Partrider attended. Accounts totaling £110 3s 2d were paused for payment while £70 0s 0d was collected. Debates covered tax assessments, revenue from the Town Hall, and a proposed municipal conference discussion. A committee was formed to arrange the Governor’s reception with H.R.H. arriving October 12.

Brede Simmish Abbott Harford Bastoi Partrider

Australian Eleven Tour Packages Finalized

The Australian cricket squad announces travel plans with Noble Cotter Armstrong Hopkine and Laver routing via Calombe to Singapore, arranging shipments for the set tour.

London Sept. MI Noble, Cotter Armstrong Hopkine Laver Ualombe Singapore

Extension of Sesrs Fallowfield & Co Purchases Timber Works

Public notice states that Extension of Sesrs Fallowfield and Co has purchased the machinery planks sheds and woods of Mews JL M Fergusom Ltd Lion Timber Ward and Steam Joinery Works. A new stock of timber has been ordered and will be in the yards ready for September. The business will be carried on without interruption.

SESRS Fallowfield & CO JL M. Fergusom, Ltd Lion Timber Warde

Builders seek plans to rebuild Royal Mr Hotel at Weekatharra

Builders and persons wishing to purchase and rebuild the Royal Mr Hotel at Weekatharra may view plans and specifications and obtain details on applying to J. A. and M. Roberts, Weekatharra. Tenders must be endorsed and addressed to Thomas Whitney, Architect Cue, close October 10. Deposit with tender £25. Jowett not guaranteed acceptance. no expenses allowed to tenderers.

Weekatharra Mere JA M. Roberts Duffy Wallace's Public Hall Building Committee JNO Morrell

Geraldton Voters Lists Open at Multiple Locations

Notices advise residents of Geraldton to inspect the electoral lists at the Police Station Stationers Hall Davies Tobacconist and A. J. Davies corner Marine Terrace Durlacher Street and at Council Chambers Eleanor Street during office hours Objections to the lists must be lodged with the Town Clerk by September 90 The Municipal Roll requires rates on properties to be paid by October 18 WM. CARSON Town Clerk Also a spring fair open at Asunia Hall Friday at 4 pm with stalls including Pot Plants and other items

West Ward Central Ward FR. Snell Marine Terrace East Ward A. J. Davies Durlacher-Street Council Eleanor-street Lint Mit Aeomotel Bey Wesley Junior Endeavou Mia Ark Asunia Hall

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