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Newspaper
Geraldton Express
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Jan 26, 1917
Page
2
Fragmentary OCR text from a Geraldton newspaper page mentions war, politics, and politics figures with disjointed phrases. It references Australia, various organizations, and a rally but lacks coherent narrative, dates, or clearly identifiable actions.
Shipping agents report the departure of steamers from Fremantlebound for Ast Anat Berntdton Weilhenilns and Priddis, with sailings to Masten States and Vaviern Staten Saburdis. Frequent mentions include Fremantle to Katoomba and Hawtin Staten, with several dates indicated in the notice.
A garbled notice advertises the VISTORTA SALOON with hints of a Jowist post and the Ale Fomnta'n. It urges patrons to visit, promising cool Spark Vakviows and value from the experience.
A long, disjointed report traces political maneuvering during a wartime period. It references leaders, parties, parliamentary action, and public sentiment, noting Labor administration roles and the struggle to define policy while wartime actions unfold. Specific names and dates are obscured by garbled OCR.
Inspector Halas reports the private telegram from Meekatharra noting the accidental death of Mr. Parramore, manager of the Commodore Union, morning accident caused by his overcoat catching in machinery shafting. The article also covers ministerial remarks on various local issues and community notices.
A delivery cart accident near Marine Terrace causesAleck Carter to escape serious injury after the cart’s wheels collapsed and the load shifted. In a separate Perth report a child drowning incident at Alberts Street Payneham is linked to a possible murder suicide. Postal preparations for Anniversary Day and juvenile smoking age debates are noted with legislative commentary on age limits and social controls.
Mr and Mrs J Patience Georgina receive telegram from Base Records confirming their son Private Arther W Patienra has improved from wounds. The message notes similarity with No 1437 Private W R Patience of the 10th Light Horse admitted January 9 to 21st Stationary Hospital with mild synovitis. A further report is promised and hoped for a satisfactory nature.
A farewell event was held at Druids Hall on Wednesday evening for Corps member Ohailes Austin of the Bailesy Corp who returns to camp tonight after a seven year stay in Geraldton. The gathering featured dancing, parlor games, a repast, and toasts by Mr T W Drew and others. Songs, speeches, and a final sing along of Auld Lang Syne and the National Anthem closed the evening with best wishes for the departing member.
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