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Newspaper
Geraldton Express
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Dec 31, 1917
Page
2
Messrs Burns Php and Go Limited tracing cameral movements as Sis Kurnalpi is slated to depart. Fremantle bound for Germldtoy and Weare with schedule notes for late January and early February 1918. Dimbeola to leave Fremantle for Western States on Saturday. noon departure noted.
In loving memory of Charles Webber with a note that he died December 1917 and that he was a dear father husband and friend to all he knew. Inserted by his wife M. J. Webber and daughter Mrs. A. Warren with a warm message of remembrance.
The Geraldton Express reflects on 1917 with dramatic phrases about gods and empires, asserting Australia and its allies will win as the new year dawns. It urges perseverance, optimism, and stronger governance, praising settlers and the Cantru Province while wishing readers a happy and successful year ahead.
A notice announces a 9 pm gathering by Lona and General Club with a planned pick shooting match at the local lookout.
Supreme Court issued notices naming William Wheelan of Don and McNamara of Boogardis among executors or administrators. Other items discuss political turbulence in Federal Parliament, a Russian plan for a deadly guillotine, bravery awards for a Banbury boating disaster, Defence Department explanations, and community events including New Year Gala, Presentation Bazaar, Northampton Races, and local court cautions on public conduct.
A long reader note lists a series of wartime updates and local notices from Geraldton. It mentions families and returning soldiers including James Stokes and Private Janes Prowne, with brief notes on injuries and posts, plus community recognitions and a restoration of a local business figure in Mars Terrace, all reflecting a town in wartime connection and civic events.
The article reviews a district regatta with substitutes due to holidays affecting training. In the first four, Wight’s crew overtook Bowser’s, winning by a length. Lindal Conway’s boat had a setback from an accident but performed well. The final saw Wight extend lead while Tindal’s crew faded after a jolt near the brewery jetty. Wight’s squad, led by K P Length and G Twine, won decisively with B Wight as cox.
A meeting of the group titled TETURED SILDIERS ASSOCIATION is scheduled for Mh. Members are urged to attend. details and location to be announced.
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