31 Aug 1937
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Newspaper
Geraldton Guardian And Express
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Aug 31, 1937
Page
1
Ford V-8 utilities spotlight new streamlined styling, chassis strength, and extended features. The lineup emphasizes V8 power, improved cooling, advanced steering, and varied body options for commercial operators seeking efficiency and payload capacity.
Princess Elizabeth enjoys a Scottish holiday this month with her elder daughter Te ATC of fishing. Every day she sails the waters near Lord Strathmore estate at Glainie Cant, knowing each bend by heart from her time as a hunter.
At a Wednesday night Munieigai Council meeting presided by Mayor Mr. K R Carnen, discussion covered ground rents for West End Beach camp sites. Ratepayers could attend, with some officials recusing themselves due to potential conflicts. Proposals set ground rent at 3 per camp site with electricity and services charged separately. first period Sept 1 to June 30, with revenue safeguards and terms to be included in a formal agreement. Public notice to advertise the scheme and open blocks for applications.
The departmental report released last week shows State Batteries processed 24001 tone for 1,901 oe 1% dwt with detailed measures for Murchison Batteries. The damaged text lists multiple due dates and tonnage figures including 181 tone for 3 oz and 258, 12 tons for 4 ox, with various weights and dates scattered through a long, unclear ledger.
Fragmentary text evokes a nostalgic scene with winter chill and faded childhood memories. It mentions fear, parents, and a fervent reference to a “fire-akd Woody Gevar Beyerntint Cure” as a cryptic anchor, though details are unclear.
London reports the British Charge d Affaires presented a protest to Japan’s Foreign Minister regarding the wounding of the British Ambassador to China at Nanking Bhanghal Road. The note accuses Japan of violating the rules protecting non combatants and demands apology and punishment of offenders or risk of further government escalation.
The Geraldian Men's Hockey Association played the final pennant match at the recreation ground on Saturday. Cricketers defeated Warriors with a strong first half and solid defense. Final scores show Cricketers 4 to 2 Warriors as Laeper Houston led the victors with four goals and Friere, Phin, Lake, and Barmion provided support. Warriors’ Lake scored twice. The Militio versus Warriors challenge game is postponed to Saturday, September 3.
At the ordinary council meeting, debate centers on health inspector salary under new awards and backdated claims, with legal advice sought. The electricity department discusses German meters, local procurement bias, and an empire-first policy, plus extended cables to Point Moore and cost estimates for this expansion.
A garbled report discusses power supply decisions affecting tram lines and street lighting. Officials weigh coal plant economics and timing of trains, with references to the mayor, department, and proposed extensions.
An Australian Navy unit is set to visit Geraldton within the next fortnight with a welcome ball at the Town Hall on Monday the 18th. Mayor M. J. Carnahan arranged arrivals and officers’ reception while a dance will follow for naval personnel and townsfolk amid city events and preparations.
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