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Newspaper
Geraldton Express
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Dec 30, 1914
Page
2
sale notice for Frank Green and Co at The Big Store Geraldton on Gregory Street Saturday January 2 1915 at 2 30? likely 2 3 0. listing time and location of sale.
A garbled late 19th century political note shows seniors voicing concerns about cartage and costs while officials discuss road and railway projects. Promises to ease restrictions, boost revenue, and replace conciliar leadership with progressive figures appear amid resident skepticism and stalled implementation.
The local water dispute dominated Monday night discussions at the chambers with ministers, the Water Supply department, and local officials. No court cases were set for hearing in the Local Court, but appeals could go to the Supreme Court if decisions favored ratepayers. Fremantle shipping noted, with the steamer from Fremantle carrying 42 tons of general cargo and departing later.
New Year services led by Rev. W. Todd will feature a soprano and choir. calendars and local goods highlighted as locally produced. Storms lash Bowes Area with heavy rain. New Year shop hours set to 6 pm. Geraldton notices include police transfers, tax deadlines, and shipping updates.
A fragmentary report notes the Geraldton Traders Association discussing year end plans and proposed public works. It mentions shelter shed at Wat Wayne, a municipal council resolution, and postal service adjustments as part of local governance and trade matters. The text references naturalised residents and railway boundary concerns with unclear details.
Extracts from a British soldier’s diary dated August 1 reveal fatigue hunger and longing as he describes marching and fighting with cavalry, caring for his horse, and the harsh conditions. He notes the strain on troops, praises comrades, and contrasts the fighting with the weak support from distant leaders. He mentions Japanese and allied actions in passing and laments poor provisions and uncertain safety while expressing persistence and resolve.
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