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Newspaper
Geraldton Express
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Nov 29, 1915
Page
2
The Northampton Jockey Club announces a Saturday program featuring handicap events and stakes. Officials list nominations and weights, with purses and entry details including the Peppermint Handicap and Somers Sydney stakes, subject to weights and deductions. Sensible conditions apply. entries close with the secretary on specified dates.
Fragmentary note indicates a horse named Shalom or Steiyed, a May gelding aged and beanted ETS by wear shoulder, with further reward, detention, or prosecution possibilities mentioned.
The report lists Fremantle and Western Australian steamers with their upcoming departures to Eastern States and other ports including Geraldton, Fremantle to Sydney and various East Coast destinations. It notes ships like Adelaite Steawstip Company vessels, Kurnptet, Dibonta, hatoomwa, and Charon with sailings around December and November dates, plus a birth notice for Mr. and Mrs. A. G. Prungies.
Shocking mistreatment of rural life dominates this Perth report. The death of a Gnowangerup farmer, Sibert Joseph Havis, occurs during harvest when a machine fault causes a fatal accident. Legislative sessions in Hobart, liquor bills, and prohibition debates fill the rest, with the day’s political manoeuvres and local industry notes amid a flurry of figures and personal names.
The mayor and councilor in Chur endorse a plan to secure a permanent potable water supply for the area, arguing it will stabilize residency appeal and support welfare. They note officials have shown willingness to support the project, citing weathered climate and the need for reliable infrastructure as key factors.
All persons under the Licensing Act 1956 are reminded to apply for renewal of their licenses. The district meeting will be held in December after the holiday period, with deadlines approaching.
A partial report from a Geraldton community gathering notes afternoon programs, youth activities, and a call for all to learn shooting basics. The Geraldton Hille Club holds a special meeting to discuss signals of courtesy and district decorum. Geraldton Traders assist in a good cause with a night at Mr Nelson’s for bunting and bag making.
Personal note from Mr Hubert Lee partner of the late Me Aired Dam ier or Iuane sears, praising Wiss Hone daughter of Inspector amd Sirs Hokies, for passing a musical examination with The Tanutun. Mention of Bunbury and German study, with best wishes for continued career and further studies at Vic Stella Mari College.
A Geraldton Chamber notice discusses wheat export flows and sea transport linked to British markets. It references the comptroller general, security for production costs, and shipments under neutral security measures with a three month window and a £40 minimum.
A flyblown review notes the Within the Law company’s Geraldton visit featuring the plays Counsel for the Defence and The Rosary. It praises clean wholesome themes while highlighting leads Father Kelly played by Sloney Walsh and the Milde Hoeington sisters Vera and Alice. The production is staged at Suelt’s with reserved seating.
Government approves area for a townsite on the Northampton to Leon rail corridor at Ajana. Listings indicate vacant blocks, lease terms, and auction opportunities among state land parcels, with references to specific plot numbers and dates for bids and licensing.
Rowing notes report Geraldton Rowing Club plans to continue into a new season despite 21 members joining Kapentationary Forcers last year. Active members stood at 14 with hopes for new recruits from principal institutions. The club aims to boost enlistments, secure funds, and acquire boats suitable for ladies, with focus on local involvement and support from Hadlowing and town committees.
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