Geraldton Tennis Club Championship Week Ends Amid Boisterous Weather
Weekend play at the Geraldton Tennis Club saw intense action despite poor weather. Notable results include J Auscott defeating E Taylor in handicap singles, Taylor and Belden clinching a handicap doubles win, and a looming finals slate with Guscott versus Taylor for men and Mrs Tanner versus Mrs Farrell for women.
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Geraldton
E. Taylor
Victoria
J. Auscott
Arcott
Correll
East
Stokes
Taylor
Belden
Gascott
Misees
Shew Rock
Mrs. Robertson
Mine Christie
Amiss Fickering
Grey
Miss Shea
Guscott
Mixe Pickering
Mre. Farrell
Kelly
Ner
Mise G. Togan
Public Courts Lease Move At Queen s Park
At the Municipal Council meeting last night a lease renewal for the Queen s Park tennis courts to the Geraldton Club was considered. The club requested relief due to heavy immediate costs to upgrade two courts. The council settled on a rental of 24 pounds per year with a clause banning play on Anzac Day and Good Friday, two members voting against.
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Municipal + Council
Queen's Park
Geraldton
G. Lester
Return Match Arranged After Exhibition Tie
In a noted return match set for Mr Rein, selections from Callaninge and Mt Rein Club compete again after the Pathe vide event. Players listed include Grwealers Moher, K. tealferd, St. Keeley, T. Lam Tov, Millward, A, Thomas, J. Couper, Tindal, N. Heel, Parry, Stansfiebt, Fiwergeney, Methuin. Match date and venue to be confirmed.
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Pathe
Buwe
Hon
Mt. Rein
Mr. Rein
Hae Tern
Callaninge
Hms
Vinitora
Grwealers Moher
K. Tealferd
St. Keeley
T. Lam
Millward
Thomas
Miss
German War Debts and Reichs Funk Officials Attacked
In a Swiss based discussion, Beslin Deremler and Dr Schacht of the Reichs funk faced criticism from the German Chamber of Commerce. They argued Germany could not repay foreign debts and labeled past foreign loans immoral and economically senseless.
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Beslin
Deremler
Dr. Schacht
Reichs Funk
German Chamber of Commerce
Switzerland
Newfoundland Affairs and Bill Move in Commons
In the House of Commons today the Bitl ra tran of Newfoundland advanced after a period of debate. A vote was held and broadly supported, signaling progress on the bill despite earlier dissension among members.
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Devenir
Bitl Ratra Tran
Newfounds
House of Common
Ant
Big Blaze Destroys Timber Yard in Melbourne
A massive fire in Melbourne on December 15 destroyed a timber yard. The flames reached heights of about a hundred feet, with embers and cinders falling near Prince Bridge and Plindyrs Street a mile away. Firefighters faced live wires and dangerous conditions as damages were tallied.
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Melbourne
Tt Varre
Owe Flyk
D. Taanay
Tt Waene
Prince Bridge
Water bore granted stirs farming talks and tea
A local meeting discusses harvesting rights and water supply amid drought concerns. Attendees note the need for fair allocations per acre while praising volunteers for organizing tea and refreshments to encourage settlers to voice opinions on wheat farming and resource use. Christmas plans include a tree event and community visits.
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Wasdang
J& Wuseels
Mir
Hether Christume
Mr. T
Bigg Mesure
Wilbcork
Auala
Mere Hail
Meare
Mel
State
Seme
Wandane Atv 10
Northampton Matters Branch Meeting and Charity Fund Drive
The Nora Thampton Beusch of the Country Women's Association held a Saturday meeting with fifteen members present. A racial statement and a £10 6s 7d credit balance were noted, and the branch planned to recess until February. A charitable event supporting a Methodist church Christmas tree fundraiser raised over £3 in profit. The next meeting in Northampton will be held Saturday to support the Tsxeknmana Teakle project.
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Recem
Mins B
Chick
Ogilvie Pominee
Methodiat Church
Christman
Wae Bell
Northampton Mechanics’ Institute
Kowalaptime
Rick Hageing
Northampton
Northampton Rifle Club Spoon Whaot Ends In Low Scores
Sunday’s monthly spoon whaot at Northampton Rifle Club saw low scores amid tricky conditions. H A Bandy won with 6 points while others, including He Th and Cunew, posted modest totals as the All Timers Trophy counting axe hung in the balance.
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Northampton Rifle Club
Andere
Williawe
Destructive Farm Fire Wipes Wide Yandanooka Crops
A morning blaze destroyed or badly damaged crops on multiple properties around Yandanooka led by W Lister and Mingers at Mingemen. The fire, driven by easterly winds, spread rapidly to reach 10 000 acres, with Pascoe and Kerr among heavy losses. Fire crews responded as the incident caused widespread damage before nightfall.
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Alr. W. Lister
Yandanooka
Monara W. Lister
T. Johnson
A. Jones
BL Forbes
Clark
Bron
W. Kerr
Irin
H. J. Passoe
Od Ferrier
G. Gain
Mr. Pascoe
Vila Af
Mingemen
G. Ham
Widespread Farm Losses From Devastating Fire
A fire damaged crops and fencing across multiple farms, affecting W Linters IX G H Jones T Johns G A Forbes T Perrier Clarkson Brothers and others. Estimated losses include hundreds of acres of crop and large quantities of wheat feed and fencing, with most insured but potential shortfalls due to drought and poor yields. Cattle were driven to safety as flames spread, and repairs were urgently needed on Clarkson Brothers property.
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W. Linters
G. H. Jones
G. A. Forbes
T. Johns
Perrier
HL Panelle
Clarkson Brothers Teneen
Late Col Strickland Dies In Perth Commonwealth
Lieut Col John Strickland, born in 187? and long prominent in Perth business and welfare circles, died after a lengthy illness following a recent journey to England for the opening of the Masonic Peace Temple in London. His career included work with Charles Crowther and partnership with George Shenton, plus active involvement in racing and Royal Arch Masonry.
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Perth
Xmas Specials In Men's Wear Delights Value Seekers
A historical catalog of men s wear presents deep discounts on silk and cotton hosiery, ties, shirts, coats, pajamas, trousers, suits, blazers, hats and bath gowns. Highlights include Silk Sox, Silk and Cashmere collections, Pelaco and Fugi shirts, Milanese trunks, gaberdine trousers, serge suits, and a variety of special price offers across sizes and colors.
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Tobralco
Lavisca
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