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Newspaper
Geraldton Express
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Jan 23, 1914
Page
3
Fragmented cablegram reads as official notice about a flotation related matter involving Victorian Joan of Omenultton. References to CARPENTINI OV, London, and a purchase of something for ten shillings and two pounds appear amid garbled text and stray dates.
Divers searched for a missing gunship after a shutrover accident near Whitsanadays. The destroyer remained at the scene while lighter repairs were arranged, as crews assessed the protraction war and potential loss of the vessel and crew.
A violent blast wrecked a public pavilion in Ottawa injuring several people and triggering a large emergency response. Witnesses describe a sudden explosion causing fear and chaos as authorities investigate the blast site.
A garbled report notes Viels Reet ANTET ATS setting a time of 12 minutes 17 seconds, with Hickam clocking 11 minutes 74 seconds in a cycling event. The text mentions F E Teauirepaire and an Aonuttour, but the overall details are unclear and partially unreadable.
A fragmented report details railway timetabling issues and a commission inquiry. It mentions Mohammad Company and disrupted services on Fridays and weekdays. The commission reviews arrivals and departures, with notes on Perth routes and Western days, seeking clarity on station operations and resident complaints.
Fragmented telegrams from January 23 discuss a government move on University location and a Senate plan. Text appears garbled, but references government action, university positioning, and potential related procedures with unclear specifics.
Cricket match in Melbourne ends in a draw as Victoria declares at 251 in the second innings and New Zealand totals 909 for three wickets. Key performances include Mes taking three for 159. Players Mhashynacyk and others participate for New Zealand, while local club Melbourne Cricks compete for Victoria.
The Australasian notes a Davis Cup connection win and selection changes as Australia prepares for the Taivin Cup with We Dapp and Norman Tyonkes highlighted amid team reshuffles.
Personal Mee K Towler retires from the Geraldton printing unit after years in charge of the Northam office and near the Geraldton branch of the Lands Department. The farewell is set on premises for former colleagues and staff, with several colleagues traveling to Perth for the occasion. Additional notes mention colleagues leaving on the Perth train and families planning reunions in the near term.
Local weather shows dust storms and showers with temperatures under 100. Reports describe gold mining activity at Messina, Johnston, and Warreeta areas, with yields between 3 and 3 2 078 ounces on Monday. Updates mention field findings, a proposed water supply project, and recent district incidents including a tractor accident and police movements.
A rifle shooting contest specifies ranges of 200 and 6000 shots with two fighters at each range. Winners advance to receiver space, and the victor earns a login for the Green rifle. Points count toward the Lester medal.
An observed trial comparing the Harvester and Reaper Thresher describes arrangements, expert involvement, and questioned fairness. Details discuss machinery, sample weight, and opinions of Rowan, Tarbow, Cornford, and others on machine performance and trial methods.
The Turf. Victoria District Turf Club reports a small field with only six withdrawals across all events as of today. The course is in first class order. A polo match follows the third race with twenty minutes of play, resuming after the remaining races for continued afternoon entertainment. The programme details are listed.
A Perth couple tout Zam-Buk as a daily remedy after years of itching eruptions and leg sores. Mrs Berry credits the balm with clearing facial eruptions and healing severely inflamed legs, while her husband reports relief from eczema and widespread skin ailments.
The Geraldton Municipal Council met in the Council Chambers to discuss repair work on Greenough Road and Esplanade improvements. They debated lighting upgrades, water supply, and a proposed municipal baths loan while reviewing a report on the town’s water and stormwater plans and inviting official visitors.
The Geraldton Express offers job printing expertise with contact by phone. Advert reads agents Messrs Snell Davies Rosam Clarke Laing Lucey Cann for obtainment and service.
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