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Newspaper
Geraldton Guardian
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Sep 24, 1908
Page
3
Telegrams from Adelaide report the Labor Party urging the House of Assembly to have the State reclaim all wharves and river frontages at Port Adelaide. It argues private enterprises are poor for state interests and though costly, repurchase would pay in the long run.
The report notes a proposal for a progressive land tax on land value with a five thousand pound exemption. Senator Best moves the second reading of the Navigation Bill in the Federal Senate. The Premier signals support for a C C Hingston memorial. The Government backs increased funds for loater settlement in the New Hebrides. Deakin mentions a British Admiralty invitation to send a squadron. not yet officially moved. Groom moves second reading of the Federal Capital Site Bill. Dalgety chosen. Parliament to define boundaries.
Victorian Parliament debated the Land Felislation Bill as the adjournment ended and the 5 division reportedly concluded. The Federal Premier is expected to introduce his Defence Bill soon and address financial relations between the states during the forthcoming Federal Budget debate.
A boat arrived at Seva to procure masistanes for the steamer Whangape drifting near Kaleva. The steamer Ave Bes ne in march of the dmb.
The Perth mayoral ball last night lit the Exhibition Buildings with decorations and a moving picture show for entertainment. The Governor and Lady Stost attended with the Premier and ministers present. The Mayor received guests in office robes as a state ball featured dancing with notable pairings. A prospectors’ deputation pressed for titles tied to ore rewards, and the Minister promised Cabinet discussion. In Hungary a 46 year old widower married an 18 year old, while his 73 year old son wed the bride’s 37 year old widow.
Fragmentary OCR note indicates a listing for a dwelling to let next October at a local hall on Friday with admission or fee details unclear. Names and precise location are unreadable, but it references a tele or hotel and a local hall event with September dates.
London dispatches summarize political corruption claims tied to Hearst disclosures. President Roosevelt denounces Senate Forster and Governor Hastill over alleged releases, casting light on the Democratic campaign’s tactics as W J Bryan faces coverage.
London Sept 22 Johnson left England today to challenge Tommy Burns for the championship of the world. About five hundred admirers of the colored boxer gathered at Charing Cross to bid him farewell.
An amid reports in leading German newspapers predict a looming deficit and possible tax hikes. The articles suggest government plans to raise revenue by increasing taxes to cover a shortfall of several million pounds and fund essential spending.
London reports a deficient world wheat supply with estimates of a shortfall spanning several million quarters. Measures suggest tight markets and potential price implications for buyers and exporters.
The Rev Piggott and Miss Bath Presoe announce a second child born at the Abode of Love Spexton. Officials note the registrar attended as the family celebrated the birth while concerns arise over the Abode’s controversial doctrine and its founder.
Rasalan reports from London on September 21 describe a dire crisis in St Petersburg with about 400 new holes daily and 175 deaths reported. A drainage scheme costing eight million sterling is proposed to combat a sewerage and water supply crisis attributed to poor sanitation and an outbreak.
Fragmentary report notes a disorderly scene at an international gathering with references to Prince Vom Berlow and a Philip of Eukenberg, charged with serious offenses, who was released on grounds of flies amid broader miscellany and unclear details.
The Acre Club's prize of 900 pounds and the Michelin Cup were awarded to William Wright for his recent sighting over 41 miles, with a remarkable time over ball hours, during the event held in London.
A fragmentary report describes an accident aboard a French warship resulting in thirteen fatalities and multiple injuries among crew and passengers. Unclear wording suggests a blast or collision with Syrian seafarers possibly involved. Further details are unreadable in the source.
Correspondence on building by laws and a wood stove permit sparks questions of inconsistency. The Geraldton Breach of the Political Labor Party sees Dooley expelled from their ranks. The letter questions the party’s discipline and hints at internal moves to challenge actions and preserve decorum within the party ranks.
A fragmentary excerpt from a piece by Thomas Molt discusses the potential extinction of Britain’s native animals and birds. The author laments the loss of Britain's bear family representative and the broader decline of wildlife, reflecting on past near-extinction of species and speculating on future disappearance.
The piece discusses a predatory animal, likened to a ferret, once common for pest control but now rarer due to overcollection and extermination efforts. It notes export to New Zealand, price incentives, and a belief the animal may be tamed by humans, with historical references to its role in India and Britain.
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