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Newspaper
Geraldton Express
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Dec 24, 1917
Page
2
The Geraldton Advertiser reflects at Christmas on the past year of world conflict, noting heavy sacrifices and the hope for Allied victory. It emphasizes enduring spirits in Britain Australia Canada and New Zealand while acknowledging ongoing war hardships and uncertain peace prospects.
The writer urges brave hearts and cheerful spirits in difficult times, urging perseverance against despair. The piece promotes a motto of resilience for soldiers and supporters, expressing hopes for better seasons, revived trade, and peace with empire enemies as the Nativity nears.
The Hon. Minister Ragter, who oversees the wheat scheme, warned that a considerable quantity of pinched or shriveled wheat will be offered this year. Government agents expect unfit stock for profitable milling and will decide on disposal locally or in metropolitan markets.
Universal Providers directs public attention to the Big Store advertisement. Prank Green and Co claim a large, varied stock with prices kept reasonable due to the war. The piece touts show windows, preparations for Christmas, and the store’s anticipated growth in Geraldton and the province. Also notes on Western Australia shipments, priority lists, and sea freight plans.
Paddie reports on training in full swing with events to be decided on Day and a woods visit showing keen prospects. Crews from Roefer, Wight, Tindal, Conway, and Crowe are listed with officials named while comments assess Wight and Tindal as top contenders and a possible dark horse in Tomet’s crew. A future programme for Pounslation Day is urged.
A personal letter describes Corporal Lawrence Stone’s death on the Western Front on September 26. It notes Stone’s promotion for bravery, his father’s letter, and the burial of the lone soldier’s grave on the Gold. The text also mentions a family member, Mr Caleb James, and references former Miners and mine shareholders.
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