Debate on Victoria Hospital funding and coop schemes
In Geraldton the community discusses funding for a public hospital and the viability of cooperative schemes. Some favor 1500 to 2000 subscribers paying annual fees to support upkeep, while others doubt widespread public support and question the climate for cooperative ventures. The piece also notes education policy, school meals, a serial novel, and local anecdotes, including a fireman rewarded for extinguishing a dynamite cartridge and a humorous exchange on pronouncing a scientific name.
Milk Arrowroot Biscuits for Young Children
Instructions for making milk arrowroot biscuits for very young and older children. Directions include crushing biscuits, mixing with water or milk, sterilising milk, and serving methods at home or school.
Acrostice RIME values and the grocer’s choice
A verse hints at an old time grocery spell from aisles of cocoas coffees meats and teas. It speaks of stock in brands that please and recalls a shopping creed. The acrostic urges readers to note a timeless truth in every shelf.
Geraldton Furniture Firm Opens Sixth Shop In State
A new branch by Messry BP and H Locke opens in Geraldton bearing a modern display driven by electricity. Mr Woodward explains limited sea service forces rail reliance. firm buys locally where possible, employs white workers, and imports few items. Prices span beds, wardrobes, sideboards, and suites from £4/5 up, with a wide range of furniture including kauri and walnut finishes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Messry
Stull
Woodward
Locke
Geraldton
Geraldtoni
Natriots
Woolwarnes
Lange Tities
Thursday's Wives Three Women Sentenced
Melbourne June 22 The trial of Elizabeth Downie Clara Pennington and Minnie Long for the murder of Isabel Nelson McCallum concluded with a guilty verdict for all. Pennington was recommended for mercy while the others received the death sentence as the court acceded to the jury’s findings prompting a rush of women from the courtroom.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Melbourne
Elizabeth Downie
Clara Pennington
Minnie Long
Isabel Nelson McCallum
Mollinan
Pennington
I Prigoner
Amtonen
Rath
Tragic double suicide at Cairnsdals shocks town
Ernest Beck and wife agreed to die together. Mrs Beck found dead, Beck cut his throat but survived after going to a neighbour. In a hospital letter he claimed they planned the act, took poison, and Beck aimed to quit his post office duties next week. Five children aged one to eight affected by the tragedy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Melbourne
Cairnsdals
Ernest Beck
Qarred
Beck
Geraldton Suburban Lot Auctions Sell Seven Lots
At the Civic Hotel Geraldton on Monday auctioneer James C. Kidd sold seven suburban lots. Buyers included Mr J Major who purchased Lot 10 for 38 pounds 40 shillings and again for Lot 10 at 70 pounds. Mr W H James bought Lots 158, 161, and 162 for 196 pounds, with frontage along Eastern road. Lots 159 and 180, adjoining 158, brought a further sum.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Civic Hotel
Geraldton
James C. Kidd
Jusi
Presbyterian Cemetery
Lorealfeerd
J. Major
Lawmaker Denies Accusation In Chamber Dispute
In the Legislative Assembly the Chief Secretary denies a charge of attempting to intimidate the Speaker. He criticizes the members who spoke, while the chamber briefly adjourns and then resumes without further evidence. The report notes fragmented testimony and unclear conclusions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sydney
Tang
Legislative Assembly
Secratare
Crifith
Williams Estate Auction Yields Mixed Perth District Lots
In Perth on June 23 a fair attendance watched the Williams Estate sale of Willow Gully and Geraldton district properties. Auctioned by administrator Jan Kidd, items included Willow Gully Farm and East Brook Farm with houses, sheds, and yards, plus numerous freehold and pastoral lease portions at various prices, with purchasers including J Sharpe and J M Williams. The auctioneer and administrator reported satisfactory price realization.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Perth
Chna
Sommer
Geraldton
Jake Williamis
Willow Gully
Janm
Kidd
Adee
Murchinon
Woolem
Boolardy
Murgoo
Jan, Sharpe
Jy Sharpe
East Brook
J. Mi. Wile Kame
J. A. Williams
S.A. Wile Kame
I. J. Wiltim
Urands Estate
J Woodcock
Woodcock
Wendovek
J. Magee
D. Woodcock
Crea
Wile
Dl. Mawes
Rean Aces
Vila
Inn of
Winky
Mariné Terrace
Thorphill Street
Northampton
Mr. Carson
T.L
Carson
Cough remedy trade marks and old time remedies
The fragment references trademarks Kay's Compound Essence and Wolfe's Schnapps as well as Woods' Great Pepperming. It notes use for bronchial and cough ailments and suggests a historical sale or advertisement tone for medicinal tonics.
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LE Grondeury
Geraldtonian
Trereta
Victoria
Hull
Rover
Westratia
Jeury Abe
Hed’ Levy
Prouamy
Ringed
Han
Eddy
Eich
Dingey
Growler
Particu
Suny School
Australia
Cartriden
F. C. Towler
Marine Terrace
Srecutea
Arnott
William Henry George Carruthers
Carruthern
Gobins-street
Compantown
Fox
Patrick Stone
Locke's Enterprise
Esydney Meat Preserving CO
Fife
Bound Streets
Otter
Caleotte
Camarrow
Olla
Medan
Philp & Ge
Fer Barre
Gor
W. D- Moore
Donamine
Wood, Bon & Co
Geraldtee—Burns, Pulp & Co, Ltd
Katanning—Richardson
Iuchard Holmes &C
Fremantle
Balgoorlie
Agerts
Mitchell's
Moe Wan
NPI Rarounsky Blut
Reah
Khoo Bitters
Koomah Pa
Waterowland
Beltace Water
Rowland
Keun
Guna
Das
Toby
Bnow
Man
Levinson
Western
Ammiralia
Wi Levinson and Sons
W.A
END
McCrac
Ken
Crossley
Geraldcon
Saunders & Stuart
Pasta
ALA
Morrison
Aes
Mersey
Joe Pasopesy
Bailesy
T. Moustaka
Mporter
Acma
Alla
New Talon Fire Insurance Society
Corres
Bartlett
Bootman
W. Zimpel
W. Zimpeu
Zimpel
Hay Streezt
Advent
Tomderaly
Union Bank
CUE
B. M. Roserwax
Squas
Bate
Kalgoorlie
Part
A. Bettsobart
Hiss
Peu
Hobart
Kay
Wolfe
Bewer
VAL Bank
Marine Tertace
Geraldton Express
Atvone
Francia Vicory Uriten
Geraldton “Express” Co
Gare
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