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Newspaper
Geraldton Express
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Oct 10, 1913
Page
2
Church notices list Mt Xavier parish Masses including Sunday 9, 8:30, and 11 a.m. Communion, 10:30 a.m. Holy Communion, and 7:30 p.m. Evensong. Also noted are choir Holy Communion, Children’s Services, and a meeting of Reverend Stone. Items mention Anthem and solo performances, with Mother Alyacock and Elise. Community events include a congregational presentation and Salvation Meetings with weekly prayers and public meetings.
Notice to advertisers stating that advertisements for current issue must reach the office by 4 p.m. Alterations to existing adverts cannot be guaranteed unless reserved by the day before publication. RALDTOR EXPRESS CO, Lv.
The Dalgety agency column lists sailings of Unetr and Avlaide steamers from Fremantle to Geraldton Fremantle to Exeter States and Baston States with dates in October and November. It notes departures for Eastern States, Melbourne Cairns and Port Hedland, plus regular mainline service by Warilda and other vessels to Sydney Hobart and northern ports.
Rainfall over 71 hours shows Geraldton 27 points among other readings at Walching Northampton Wongarra and Huy with varying amounts. The Geraldton express notes a council decision to withhold £100 from a contractor Nos Hros for a protective installation project pending alterations. A firm letter claims immediate payment is due and asserts contract completion per specifications with a final certificate issued by the consulting engineer.
Geraldton observers report a successful railway picnic with about 1 000 attendees, led by railway staff. The event featured a parade of engines and 20 vehicles, a well organized program including brass band performances, athletic displays, and a large turnout despite intermittent rain.
The Victorious Lennie-t the Royal Show yesterday earned praise for speed and performance. W Manion’s pony Lennie under 1L2 bred in Weds secured prizes, with potential for Tibbon Tur pach event. Perth Farmers and Settlers' Association reports on Walkaway meeting about freezing works at Geraldton. Council discusses ramMEsier rail line prospects on page 1.
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