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Newspaper
Geraldton Express
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Jun 28, 1918
Page
2
The fragment from the Geraldton Express references a local event or notice with unclear details. It notes an entity possibly abbreviated as ees and a numeric marker 1m, but the exact event, dates, participants or organizations cannot be determined from the readable text.
A Melbourne deputation reports the Minister for Price Fixing Massy Greene pledges to regulate retail meat prices and base calculations on export value to lower consumer costs nationwide. The Prices Commission warns collectors and dealers to adhere to maximum per dozen prices, with penalties for violations. Municipal Council to address remaining issues after its next meeting.
Local items describe Trench Comforts Bazaar donations and totals, a large list withheld for space, and praise for Mrs Oldrieve. Also covered are stock sales at Midland Junction, America Day plans for Returned Soldiers, the film Intolerance at Gersic ton, a peace mass at St Xavier's, and Fremantle freezing works cabinet discussion. Includes notes on local civic events and a brief ad for Linseed Compound.
A new act by Cusko promises lively stage novelty at the Bee Territory in Perth with comic demonstrations that thrill and convulse audiences. The act, praised as one of the chief topics in town, debuts a three night season at the King's Theatre starting Monday May 1. Proceeds from the run will go to the patriotic war funds.
Personal Private OG Delevnl reached Geraldton this morning on a brief leave. Private Da'xiel, noted for mechanical knowledge, is expected to soon join the Melicene aviation service to qualify for aerial duties. Mr John Traill, senior partner of Menora Haddart Parker Co., represented by Dalgety & Co in Melbourne, was there yesterday. In the 412th casualty list released by the censor, Private George Rodgers of Norhampton is reported gassed and in danger.
An advertisement extols Dr Williams Pink Pills as a simple, effective tonic to raise red blood cells and strengthen energy. It claims improved health, warding off headaches and fatigue, with a request to send for the booklet Building Up the Blood and to obtain a package from chemists.
The funeral of the late Mrs W F Hooper and her infant daughter was held yesterday at Tetpon at 3 30. The remains were borne from East ern Road residence for interment at Ane licay cemetery, followed by a large gathering of friends. The deceased was an ardent Labor party worker with many unions represented. Pallbearers included J C Willseek MLA J J Clarte W Lewis G E Lunt J Underwood and Carson. The Rev A Craven conducted the service. Wreaths were sent by numerous relatives and friends from Wyat Katchem, Northamp ton, and other listed names. The funeral was managed by Mr Geo Lester with involvement from hospital staff and railway employees.
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