01 Feb 1938
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Newspaper
Geraldton Guardian And Express
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Feb 01, 1938
Page
1
The article details a chaotic speed trial featuring a turbine powered vehicle named Thunderbolt. Key figures include Kysten, Rex McNaughton, and engineers from Rolls-Royce style firms. The test ends amid dramatic wheel and tire changes, delays, and high speed claims as observers witness the engine’s performance and safety concerns.
Geraldton racing wrapped day two of the Victoria District Turf Club meeting at Utakarea with the Geraldton Cup over two and a quarter miles. Cattle Chosen, ridden by F Audas, edged Sansheen by a short head as The Camptons filled third ban, in a day of improved conditions after morning threats. Tickets and betting enclosed strong: Patch, Inverness, Princely, and Autumn were among notable runners in a lively program.
Sydney endures its heaviest rainfall in two decades with ten inches recorded. Floodwaters surged through streets and stores, overwhelming undersized drains and severing telephone lines and tram services. Officials report extensive damage estimated near £100,000 as residents battle widespread inundation.
Cele January 3 report describes a failed attempt to shoot a wife at the Cuttie Hotel. A man entered the room, fired a second shot during a struggle, and died soon after while the wife survived. Remaining details indicate a fatal shooting amid a chaotic hotel confrontation.
Sydney January 31 reports Prime Minister Mr J A Lyons announced approval for Third Airlines to begin a new service extension to Australia. The plan aligns with the Empire flying boat service.
A garbled passage hints at a legendary creme dharmonan and a famed figure shaping the world of beauty and power. Names and details are unclear, with references to witchers beasts and distant lands, suggesting a mythic saga rather than a clear report.
Brief OCR style ad snippet promotes a product labeled Creme Charmosan for skin care. Phrases mention a cosmetic cream and references to jars or tubes sold widely. Content is fragmented with unclear connections and no verifiable claims or dates.
The Mt Magnet district including Lennonville Jumbulyer Moyaiee Paynesville and Wynungury reports a record year with total ore tonnage rising to about 18 805.96 tons yielding 23 700.08 fine ounces up from 18 582.45 tons and 18 805? The report notes increases in output from major mines such as Mt Magnet Goldfields Ltd and Edward Curson Mine and mentions plan to add plant at Mt George Mine as well as continued activity by Neptune Broken Bund Black Cut Three Hoy and Evening Star. The district saw 14 mining leases applied for and 49 in force with 713 acres in force and 112 prospecting areas in force.
A chaotic wartime blast near Tigeth Hieshaeseof the war zone killed and injured multiple workers. Reports describe a devastating chain of explosions, with destroyed buildings and scorched ground, as authorities scrambled to secure the site and assess casualties.
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