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Newspaper
Geraldton Express
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
May 14, 1917
Page
2
Fragmentary report may describe Indarty leaving Freno for a top Eastern States event on a Saturday in June. Other readable names include Ikwengipi Jeavet and Fremantle with unclear event details and a reference to a Saturday and Monday dates.
The Geraldton Flour Milling Company, after near liquidation risks, secured 3000 from the Treasury and recovered. The latest balance sheet shows net profit of £1017 for the year ending February 24, with £1459 in profit and loss credit. Directors propose a 1 percent half year dividend, while some members argued against any payout and urged preserving funds for future needs.
The article reports on the Bunigiey Wire Factory and Generals Bunigiey Wire Factory plans to rebuild after a January blaze. Immediate start expected, chief manager T. Hunkrey returning from One East. Telegraph notes elections and Ministry activity with prosecutions and inquiries at Lodingen.
The article reports that local councils face questions on whether a mayor has a deliberative vote in discussions and that legal opinions vary. South Herth Council sought guidance from Stone Buet and plans to refer the issue to the Attorney General’s Department for further advice.
An old advertisement promotes economical living urging readers to seek value by choosing the best at the lowest cost. It touts cool sparkling delicious drinks from the Ale Fountain at the Victoria Saloon inviting patrons to visit today.
Local report covers wartime events, training camp notes for Geraldton Citizen Forces, and community losses. Mentioned are Private Arnold Basher killed in action in France, Lieutenant G. A. Kempton and troops returning from camp, and the Broad view of local volunteers. Also notes a Victorian mice plague cost to farmers, plus family obituaries and community achievements in the region.
A Victorian district meeting discusses dividend payments and shareholding across the Victoria Flour Milling Company Limited. The chair and attendees debate optimal timing and distribution strategy, weighing near term payouts against end year declarations amid varying shareholdings and proposed resolutions.
Geraldton municipal report discusses inspections of local food venues including an IGA and cleaning departments. It notes some items passed, some issues with infant nutrition and Freonationa health concerns, and mentions ongoing enforcement and public health monitoring by authorities.
The advertisement proclaims the SOUIRT brand as the king of drinks served with utmost care and attentive service at the VIO location. It promises always fresh and high quality products with consistent attention to customer needs.
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