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Newspaper
Geraldton Express
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Oct 01, 1913
Page
1
Fragmentary OCR notes reference a Royal Show with dates in October and September. Mentions entries for wheat and other grain products, with August deadlines and general participation by local shows. Contains unclear names and dates due to scanning errors.
At a Geraldton producers conference Mr WT Maynard outlined the need for a practical solution to surplus stock in the Victoria District. He argued for a ready market and proposed either land or floating freezing works, favoring a fixed land freezer to ensure timely slaughter and price competitiveness against South Australia and Eastern States.
A fragmentary parliamentary style discussion cites challenges in securing coal storage and tailing lambs, mentioning Shropshire and Leitrim regions, with proposals on breeding and market projects for the district. Names like Maynard, Durrawah and Erin appear in a political context, reflecting a debate on export stock and local works at Choraldton.
Market reports detail receipts and pricing for sheepskins hides and tallow at Remantle. Notes on wool and skin quality, buyer demand, and a volatile market with large quantities seen as efforts to exterminate pests influence trade. References to various traders and conditions hint at broader economic and pest control concerns affecting the market.
Fragmentary OCR describes wool sales in London with names like Moser and Mlachy and Feiteva. It mentions prices around 24 per cent and operations by Wider and Augere, with buyers including Whale and several key bidders. The text is garbled but indicates active trading and speculation in wool fibers.
The notice promotes furnishing solutions for national shelby W. Zluipel with tips on planning home additions for hot weather. It highlights reasonable prices, daily new goods, and urges readers to advertise to boost sales and visibility.
Fragmentary OCR notes record October sunrise and sunset details. Mentions last quarter phase and twilight timing though exact values are unclear.
MES T. LROWNRIGG announces Geraldton Steam Laundry. Clients urged to trust prompt, quality work and sign with Fitzpatrick & Co. Payment terms and delivery hours listed. goods must be paid for before delivery unless otherwise arranged.
European agency advert for sole sale of Chesicale and Druggista items plus earthenware, drapery, millinery, jewellery, watches, optics and provisions. Commission 2 percent, trade discounts quoted. Casen from £10, consignments sold on account. William Wilson & Sons, established 1831, publish directories for Australia and New Zealand.
A brief advert promising Bennington’s Jubes pastilles as a mouthing pleasant medicated aid for buskinete and throat irritation. Claims include effective soothing of throat and voice with Tea nington’s Irish Moss formulation.
A fragmented OCR catalog lists horse related items including saddles bridles saddlery collars and horse rugs. Prices appear in old style currency and terms such as 1d and 10s indicate a historical marketplace listing. The readable portions mention saddles stirrups reins reins and riding gear with various price ranges.
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