12 Apr 1929
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Newspaper
Geraldton Guardian And Express
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Apr 12, 1929
Page
1
Fragmentary OCR reveals a reference to a starting and lighting battery for a device labeled You cam, produced by Daly Maiees, mentioning 37 years and a 2 band robber Bex, and an Exide battery for a Honey Lighting Plat.
Mr A I Green MILE has pressed for a better Kalgoorlie to Leonora telephone trunk line. Improvements have now been carried out by the Posts and Telegraphs Department delivering a more reliable service. The Leonora Malcolm Road Board thanks Mr Green for his persistent efforts in securing the upgrades suitable to local commercial needs. The deputy Director of Posts and Telegraphs notes that mail exchanges between Rawlinman and Port Auguste lack sufficient volume for direct mail and is studying the need for a concertina mail service along the Trans Australian railway.
Melbourne reports a timber dispute easing as mills prepare to reopen within days. Indications point to ample labor for the mines with unions organizing to counter the strike action. Staff at mills are being rebuilt as workers from other sectors may apply for jobs while the industry stabilizes.
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The Northampton notes discuss town election activity including two contests and a retiring councilman for Central Wards Mr Athore. It mentions Mr McMinn’s bakery business and his move to Northampton, plus several local accidents and injuries at railway and street scenes. Residents Mr and Mrs W. Wherr, and Mr Owen’s family plans are noted, with references to hospital care and upcoming community meetings.
Warden Butler will preside over the district and local courts in Murckinwe on Monday and Tuesday with sessions on April 1 and 2. Inquests are listed, including the death of Mr. Ie HL Alien at Mamistone on the 17th inst. Attorney names referenced include Mr. Magnet and Judge Lawler with multiple entries for Wilnas and Mookatharra.
The April period featured developing winterlike systems with scattered coastal showers early in the week and a stronger front by Saturday. Showers extended across agricultural regions by Monday, with notable activity near the Leeuwin and Tasmania, while sea weather intensified along the Bight. A rare long-range phenomenon of frog rain was reported in some districts.
A motor car plunged from a hill toward a bridge over the Barwu river, killing Arthur Em ngrod and Madge Kolynack aged 1 and years. Witnesses said the vehicle raced out of control and overturned into the water after failing to negotiate the turn, with efforts to recover the bodies taking hours.
The fortnightly Geraldton Municipal Council meeting, chaired by Dr G Lea, discussed railway crossing costs at White Peak, rent balances, and a £12 monthly rent for a depot. The Commonwealth Bank credited £2,500 for Loan No. 14. Recreation ground use terms were debated with two gatekeepers and a per season minimum, next reviewed. British Football Association use of Queen's Park granted. timber and new seats planned. Lighting rate adjustments prompted referral to the Lighting Committee. Police reports covered street disturbances and incidents at the hospital and Town Hall, with prosecutions unlikely. thanks extended to police.
Lamion reports from New York that President Bowen favors an argument with Great Britain to resume naval reductions. Hoover may endorse the Linneh formula allowing both nations to build cruisers, amid Geneva Preparatory Disarmament Commission talks beginning April 15. A three power naval conference with Japan could follow.
The Tennin club at Mt Erin hosted a muddled but lively tennis match with mixed doubles and singles events. Players from Yeton and local clubs competed in a series of close sets, with several notable wins and a final score that reflected a hard fought afternoon of tennis. Visitors from the Nason Tennia Club planned to stay for tea after, with the afternoon concluding in good spirits.
A drowning incident near Day Dawn left residents shocked as authorities recovered a body late Sunday. Deep sympathy was expressed for the bereaved parents.
Moonyoonoooka hosts its annual sports day with many visitors from Geelong. Officials include Judgen, Mowsrs Geo Fickler Truscott and Mesary J E Giles. Events feature children handicapped by Mr Cook and adult handicaps by Mr W Angel. Secretaries are J H Kutwell and W L Webber. Final results highlight Tom Angel and G Pattes, with weigh-in and novelty races also recorded.
A reader argues that balancing capital and labor is essential for Britain’s empire and future prosperity. The letter warns that restrictive policies threaten coal, timber, and industry, increasing costs for homes and utilities and hurting workers and families amid strikes and economic strain.
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