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Newspaper
Geraldton Express
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Oct 10, 1913
Page
4
A speculative critique of early aviation feats and civilian interest in air displays. The piece compares American daredevils and Australian aviation plans, questions safety, and argues for a fairer exhibition system linking exhibitor classes to holdings to prevent domination by large yards. It praises local exhibitors but warns against overwhelming smaller participants.
Public health note promotes California Syrup of Figs as a gentle treatment for constipation and related ailments. It argues strong purgatives are dangerous, urges use of the soothing syrup for children and adults, claiming it is preferred by doctors and sold by chemists with a blue-ring trademark.
An advertised medicated pastillo touts soothing relief for hasslneay and irritation of the throat and voice. Claims unequaled results, sold in small tins by chemists.
A garbled fragment recounts a serial journey through polar exploration, naming Wilton Towers Scott Gartard and a lamp landscape illustration. It hints at new sections, Life style and travel features, with references to publishers and inane detours through unrelated topics.
The article discusses global price rises in food and living costs with references to the United Kingdom Germany France and other nations. It notes Britain’s price growth and compares international trends over time, highlighting varied national experiences and the impact on households.
The Sinday Times reports Ashton now serves with the Ux local police and has given details on the Gascoyne tragedy. He travelled with Bedolo in 1911 and describes a second man, an Austrian tall with large feet, seen near the victims. Ashton notes food support to continue toward Murchison and references footwear sizing as part of the inquiry.
chaotic OCR note reports shifts in local district officials, with Comstwine Walsh temporarily in charge and transfer planned to Moora district. Ngora mine to restart tinning next week under foreman C McLean, confident of tapping Jota Wow shaft. Socials in King's Mall lodge on Saturday night amid dense Rad Jera visitors. Bryne injured in national explosion at Lime age. Moor Attines unable to handle crowds. AUK group praised. floor led by C Priestley. ongoing sale of Hecketw proceeds to fund hall needs. Weather hints rain.
Physicians recommend a small amount of isolated magnesia taken with water after meals to stop fermentation in the stomach. Bisulated magnesia is preferred for pleasant taste and quick neutralising effect, preventing acid conditions that hinder digestion.
A Wednesday night council discussion centered on grounds use in Geraldton with the Cricket Association seeking exclusive rights to Queen's Park and the Steepexation Reserve for cricket. The football club demanded removal of a sweeping grate. Dr Stone urged ground monopolies while others argued for equal access. The association’s request was granted after the talk.
The Greenough Roads Board met October 7 with Reynolds presiding in the chairman’s absence. Members discussed accounts of 39 pounds 8 and a half pence, current balances, and road rates. reserves tenders were deemed too low and fresh tenders set for November 4. A grazing license for Reserve 1,710 was granted, daylight sheep grazing allowed, and wood cutting and dust clearing authorized on Kennedy Road. Notices to close and post locations near Location 2579 were approved.
The Caraldton Fapress, published every Monday, Wednesday and Friday, offers to mail three copies to any address in the state for twelve months upon receipt of 1 percent of the advance.
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