02 Apr 1929
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Newspaper
Geraldton Guardian And Express
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Apr 02, 1929
Page
1
A sparse OCR fragment from an April 1029 page shows scattered numerals and letters, including references to a date or section markers and a few lone figures. The readable content is too limited to identify people places or events with certainty.
Fragment mentions FAIALES OF THE MU Tant Quarter and April dates, a Newsprint Paper item described as printed or unprinted for sale, with prices and weights noted, from Geraldton News papers Limited.
A chaotic report details Geraldton yacht club social events with Perth Dinghy Club visitors. It notes speeches by Lar Shepherd, E Elliott, J Norris, Arcus, Power, and others praising sporting unity, hosting efforts, and hopes to send a champion crew to Perth next year. It ends with a note about future level crossing gates to be painted luminous for night visibility.
In Mexico City on March 20 pilot M C Leae and John Peterson owner of Lax Mutil las Oil Refinery died when a flight delivering payroll was interrupted by a rebellion. The plane failed to land and crashed after dropping money during a turn, killing both men instantly.
Landes reports March 31 that the Sunday Times notes the Imalone sinking reveals restrained British commentary and a firm determination not to harm Anglo American friendship. The Observer adds the Traillone event tests visas to unity, with positive effects on relations.
Exhibitors in the agricultural section must enter wheat classes with the Royal Agricultural Society at 283 Murray Street by April 30. Varieties close two months earlier. samples dried for testing and fumigated against pests. Prizes include £20 first, £10 second, £5 third, plus a gold cup for best bag.
A blaze yesterday morning around 9 20 destroyed the Perth Shopping Milling Company premises. Firefighters battled with limited water and equipment from Massey o bray Street to Wood and Spa from, with the inlet from Welling ton Street. Official reports cite heavy damage and ongoing investigations.
Denil Caine Sean wins top honors at the Stawell Easter Gift meeting as the field posts the best performance seen at the event. Beneficiary details noted for the Easter Gift.
Revenue tallies report a sinking fund amounting to 57,500,434 with Britain recording financial relief through cumulative expenditures. The figure reflects aggregated savings and obligations connected to wartime or postwar fiscal measures and impacts economic planning.
Fire at Parbdry's bond and free stores Miller's Point yesterday caused extensive damage estimated at £150000. Firemen had not reached the safe containing about £1000 in motes and silver. The blaze mainly affected wool, motor cars, and plants, with stocks destroyed in the inferno.
Considerable interest has been shown in cricket at Brothers' College as the opening of the school year brings formation of a CBC club and a generous gift of two magnified harrows from Rev. Father Halpin. A triangular internal competition is under way with matches on Wednesdays and Fridays. Impromptu games against Boy Scouts and Old Boys saw CBC victorious. Four run matches are listed for April including CBC vs High School and Old Boys.
Race report shows Erinville and Bayman leading early with Ayrville Green close behind before Greenville sprints to win as Bayman pursues. Darenth places third with Prince Bard fading to fourth amid tight grouping on the second bend. Other starters include Koomarden One Bang Lang Peters Angel Nalbarra and Miss Eyre with assorted tote and betting odds listed.
Fragmentary OCR text presents a time notation with unclear context. No identifiable people, places, organizations, dates, or events are present. The readable bits suggest a schedule or timestamp but lack actionable details.
The obituary notes Mr George Pollard a former district resident and likely first white child born at South Dundalup later farming at North Dundalup. He died leaving a widow and four children. The funeral was held at East Rockingham Cemetery with mourners including wife Mrs Pollard daughters Thelma and Olive Pollard son William Pollard and other relatives. The service was conducted by Rev F T Bowen and Rev H C Lawson.
Department of Agriculture trials on Mr RT Olivier’s Dartmoor holding show Noongaar yielding 20 bushels 53 pounds per acre, Gluyas Early 20 bushels 35, Geeralying 19 bushels 41 pounds, Merredi 120 bushels 29, with June 7 planting, two cultivations, and 45 acres sown. Year rainfall totaled 1077 points, with months listed from February to December.
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