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Newspaper
Geraldton Express
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Oct 16, 1914
Page
2
A garbled advertisement lists a rebuilding sale at The Big Store opening next Friday. It mentions pastries, fresh goods, and various items with dates and prices, though many words are unreadable. The fragment suggests a promotional event with multiple departments and discounts.
Fragmentary text describes debates over government policy, public processions, and community notices in Geraldton. Mentions a Liberal government critique, a procession route, local bands, school holidays, and preparatory arrangements for a civic display plus forthcoming appointments and examinations.
A maritime notice from Messrs. Talyoty and Company Limited lists movements of steamers between Mol- Howie and Culeas with ships named in routes to Sydney, Mackay and others. It records sailings, port calls, and duties for various vessels, including timings, freight, and stowage details.
The notice outlines church events including Church of England services and Salvation Army meetings. It mentions May dates, a business meeting, and various schedule notes for worship, prayer, and community activities, with references to locations and outreach efforts.
Fragmentary local report outlines a heated campaign scene with references to figures such as Walter, labor opponents, and candidates like Vilgura. It hints at public meetings, debates, and band performances while noting sale events and community notices amid a tense political atmosphere.
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