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Newspaper
Geraldton Express
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Aug 23, 1916
Page
2
Public notice states federal land and income tax returns are due at the office on or before the first instant under penalties. J. F. Whitely, Deputy Commissioner of Taxation. Federal Taxation Office Porth. TSth August, 1811.
Shipping notice lists Fremantle departures for Geraldton and the Eastern States with dates and times. Kurmilyi leaves Fremantle for Geraldton about Wednesday Sept 6, around 3.8. Dimbboly sails Fremantle for the Eastern States on Saturday Aug 12 at noon. Saduiders teayts Vrewantle for Fastern States Saturday Aug 20 at noon.
The Canning election delivered a surprising result with Mr Scaddan losing ground despite gains in Liberal held districts. Observers blame Mr Robinson’s lavish promises of bridges and tramway extensions costing about a million and a half, which allegedly swayed Maylands voters. The fallout could affect Mr Wilson’s government and prompt scrutiny of budget items. Ambulance class notes indicate a schedule change due to a duty call.
A local council meeting confirms J P Lintey as Brown Hill Teauhys Seat candidate with an absolute majority after nominations closed. Reports cover federal tax returns deadlines, new Subiaco fire station plans, Greenough School Committee change, Midland Railway freight rate cuts, and a theater promotional tour with Miss Theda Bara.
The town reports multiple casualty notices from the front including Major Kidd in Egypt with Asiatic cholera, Privates Carter and Mortis wounded in France, Private Archie Thompson dead at 22, Corporal Morgan killed, and Private Thomas killed in action. Wounded among others include Arthur Ash and Quartermaster Brown. Geraldton connections appear in private and railway service histories, with local figures sending condolences as families endure grief.
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