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Newspaper
Geraldton Express
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Mar 04, 1914
Page
3
New Zealand player Wilding and Australian rival Weiss-Masel lead in the Davin Cup contest at Monte Carlo during the International Lawn Tennis Tournament. Reports note Wilding as the standout with strong performances, while Austrian competitors also show form.
The piece reports a boxing suspension by a commission in Wisconsin relating to a fighter known as Tack y McParland. It mentions a failure to show sufficient effort and references a ruling date in March, with unclear OCR details and garbled names.
West Australian wins sixth long tune title in London. Oxford University Sports report Bavage, a Western Australian Whares Scholar, won the event covering 22 feet at the Oxford venue.
The first heat of the tlltimes Auaipionship at Holborn Tal featured Cray and Acene with Cray favored. Gray delivered standout all round play scoring seven for a decisive advantage as the match progressed. Final scores showed Gem 1419 Fleer 1.225.
On March 4 the steamer Sewtridge, bound for Darko, returned to Freemantle after a fire broke out among bunkers and other areas.Captain W A Willet ordered return due to smoke and heat. Crew battled flames as the vessel reached harbor with a full cargo of jarrah for South Africa.
In Synney on March 3 a report claimed Premier Folman told employers the government may intervene to ensure public supply of meat. He allegedly warned the meat masters that the state could seize and regulate slaughterhouse operations to protect the public interest, though no official confirmation was given.
Large crowd witnesses Australian Cup meeting. Waltalo (Gray) wins the two and a quarter mile Cup in 7 92 Uh with Lane guiding. Calamus and Secunel follow, then Matourve and Uphe Varisvam. Prize details list betting odds and placings for Bourke Standicap and Junior Handicap.
Quair Aurn strained two muscles in the abdomen during the Newrar Handicap, likely sidelining her for some time. Mr J McWarthy of Western Australia bought King’s Ransom at a price of 55 guineas, valued as a birdie facer.
In Melbourne in March the inquiry into Wallalo's running in the Exsendum Stakes compared with his form in the One Week Handicap from the previous Saturday was heard. The stipendiary stewards were satisfied with the explanations given by the parties concerned.
Fragmentary report notes Connolly and Searings after a race with Connolly claiming no note and discussing further action. The readable portion mentions a March date and a hindrance to justice. The text is incomplete and unclear.
In Melbourne on March 3 an Australian Cup heat saw Andelowa's Niles stumble at the start and nearly fall, Lauder removing the bridle to steady the horse, yet the pair finished last after a dramatic, tense effort. Rudding rode Lin and two halves with the bridle in hand, a rare feat amid the turmoil.
Mednourn e March 3. The Autumn Handicap weights are listed with numerous horses including Sea Prince Wallalo Lily sri MAL Paria R11 Avalos ily Lord Alwyne Wassall Hintgivt Matoures Lord Amos Prive Fighter Atora Be lave St Varo Catamus TAT Ubi Obi Diabolo Meritus Glad t.
A jumble of social notes details visits and holidays across Geraldton and surrounding towns. Relatives, friends, and guests including Miss Eotatie Hamersley in Perth, Mr. and Mrs. Theodore Kitching in Geraldton, and Mrs J Logue in Walkaway are mentioned, with travels to New Zealand, Perth, and the Walgoo district noted among various households.
A humorous recounting of a town picnic where Health Inspector Pa borrowed his automobile for entertainment of about 179 children from the Upper Chapman area after a misreported item. The device required minor repairs, and Pa staged a trial spin through the Terrace, drawing cheers as he answered puzzled questions from youngsters about the machine's purpose.
Stock notice for a Red Steer branded EHR in a paddock. If not claimed within legal time, it will be sold to cover expenses. By A Hubbard. Our Prices are right and the of our Werk Goo. How next Priming Order.
The article critiques a municipal council motion about office amalgamation and cautions against dual leadership. It discusses economic concerns, historical vandalism rumors, and the role of unions, while praising charitable drives and local fairs in Three Springs and nearby areas. It notes upcoming events and community fundraising for churches and churches building funds, highlighting local personalities and civic groups.
A group of West Australian senior boys organized by the VAT plans a world tour to gain travel based education. The previous expedition by the same group two years ago will be recalled as leaders train to speak to high school and college audiences about history resources and local attractions.
A fragmented local account recalls Geraldton and nearby areas with references to crowds, trains, and daily life. The piece mentions residents, families, health, and community events amid a lengthy, partly garbled narrative.
Correspondence from Sherman chairman thanks Geraldson residents for warm reception and entertainment during a visit. He credits Mayor and Councillors, local groups, and volunteers for the day’s success, noting praise for children and staff. Mentions upcoming fundraising and school event planning by the Upper Chaplan Schrier Board.
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