07 Aug 1916
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Newspaper
Geraldton Express
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Aug 07, 1916
Page
1
WAIRDRESSEM and TOBAGCONIST of Perth and Fremantle announces completion of extensive alterations under personal supervision. Patrons may rely on cleanliness, attention and civility in service and premises.
A nurse describes enduring long night shifts caring for ill patients. She explains the grind tests nerves yet devotion keeps her going. Tea provides comfort and focus, with a preference for a hot cup of Kobur tea to steady resolve.
A wartime narrator recalls trapping a wily rat aboard a vessel, with the crew surrounding it as it leaps and lands on deck. The tale shifts to a misheard line about aerial lifts in Berlin and ends with a note on word origins and a curious aside about a “nice” old foe.
The report cites complaints about a dubious remedy titled Great Eeppermin Cure linked to the name Chroasc Cheat. Authorities warn that the product lacks proven efficacy and may mislead consumers seeking a cure. Public notices urge caution and advise verifying claims with legitimate medical sources.
The Northam Courier reports heated criticism of Liberal and Labour party actions, accusing the Liberal leadership of mismanaging finances and social policies while attacking opposing figures. The piece highlights budget figures, treasurer statements, and accusations of partisan manipulation within the political scene.
An old ad touts Wolfe's Schnaps as a stimulating tonic described as grate and invigorating to the system. The brief note emphasizes its energizing effect and appeals to readers seeking a quick boost.
Market notes detail weekly stock prices with range values for heavy weights and best sorts. Cattle and hogs quot ed at various figures per hundredweight, including good quality heifers and cows with price spans and adjustments observed in the latest market rundown.
Market notes show crossbred Welkers and prime sheep trading around moderate values, with lambs quoted at various levels including 234 and 81s for different grades. Sellers report large consignments and a busy store trade while prices fluctuate, reflecting shifts in demand across regions and classes in the latest market day.
The report notes rising prices for store stock and lambs, with buyers from the district and a grazier from Wirehixon driving the high sale prices. Lambs and wethers sold well, with prime crossbreds scarce and mid to high grade crossbreds achieving strong quotations. Weather and market conditions are described as active, with record prices claimed for some items.
The Geraldton area board discusses annual financial statements for year ended 40th sine, 2015, and a certificate of taxes collected. Public Works and Roads Board items cover balance sheets, tenders for repairs on Walter Road, and a review of expenditures. The report notes nuisance weed assessments, war memorial fund appeals, and various civic actions within Greenough Ventral West.
A jumbled report notes a sale where extra heavy yard items and prime goods drew buyers while prices favored sellers. Several labeled brands and names appear in the readable fragments, with a focus on yard quantities and competition outcomes.
Statement denying shortages declares ample Wolfe's Schnapps supplies, produced in Holland, are available. Wine and Spirit Merchants Hotelkeepers and the Public urged to report any false claims to Agents for prompt investigation in Sydney and Melbourne Australasia.
The State calculated sunrise and sunset times are presented for Geraldton. The table lists times by date and is intended for general daily planning.
The London Directory provides a yearly commercial guide to London and suburbs, lists export merchants and their markets, coastal steamship line groupings, provincial trade notices, and agency advertisements. It invites dealers to advertise trade cards and lists the publisher London Directory Co. Ltd.
European Agency advertises prompt execution at lowest cash prices for British and Continental goods including books, stationery, leather, hardware, cycles, motor cars, drapery, hardware and more. Trade discounts 2 to 9 percent, special quotations on sample wares, consignments of produce sold on account. Address Abchurch Lane, London.
For rapid progress the go car te and Perambulators exceeded all other ones. Large perambulators come in many shapes with credis springs and upholstery. They are large and comfortable with prices not dulling. Collapsible go carts for trains and trams are perfect models. W Impe offers stock of wood and wicker, setted folders that open to comfortable wheels for children.
The Cirrathion Express may be obtained from town residents ASents Messrs TR de Lady I Rea Geo Laing J G Clarks B Soll Ges Roswmond e and Miss Richey in the community.
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