05 Feb 1930
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Newspaper
Geraldton Guardian And Express
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Feb 05, 1930
Page
1
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Melbourne City Police Court heard Adr Rogers accuse Alice Thelma Brown of fraudulently procuring a taxi ride from Sydney to Melbourne. Stanis Lane Spies testified he drove Brown from Petersham to Melbourne after she claimed her dying father needed her there, agreeing to a £45 fare paid upon arrival. Brown admitted offering to pay but could not meet the fare, arguing the trip was necessary to return to Melbourne. The case highlighted legal boundaries across New South Wales and Victoria.
Representatives of the Alvial Derby winner Manfred will appear publicly as Melbourne writers note strong expectations of forthcoming results. Analysts in Australia hail Manfred as among the best sires, with praise from judges and a claim of unmatched racing lineage.
A garbled OCR style update references printing 1/3 of a copy, with unclear markers and names. The readable fragments mention Gerald and Limutes in a vague production context, but no concrete events or outcomes are established.
A detective was killed after a confrontation with two gangsters in Chicago. Police investigated but offered little progress, with theories centered on a local gang and unclear motives.
The report details a bowling club’s round results with Trigg and Poster close in a 19-17 finish, Edwards’ strong run, and Wheat’s recovery to tie at 20-all. It lists upcoming draws for Electric Light events, ongoing championship entries, and conditions requiring players to complete matches weekly to avoid scratches.
A deadly incident at Pal Island near Townsville leaves three dead and several wounded, including officials and natives. Superintendent Curry allegedly set fires and fired on residents before dying, while others including Mrs Pattison and Maitland Pattison suffered injuries and a chaotic aftermath unfolded with Hull and Hoffman among those evacuated and the Martin voyage noted.
Minister for Lambs Mt. M. Troy visits Perth and the Murchison region, reporting varied mining activity north of Sandstone and at Leonora. Prospects in Laors and Menzies show promise, with Joeup’s Wot and Gwentin mine developments underway. Wool prices depress pastoralists though early rains bring feed. a good universal season is hoped to lift sentiment.
Readable fragment notes sale of transcription tanks and drawing books including exercise books and notebooks offered at Guardina?ulin with unclear branding. Limited context but indicates a supplier distributing school materials like exercise books and drawing supplies.
February reports from Mullewa describe weather drift and social notices, including a Harvest Thanksgiving service led by Rev F Vand. A serious accident on a moving truck left Anthony Richmond with brain injuries and bruising, later succumbing to his injuries. Funerals and community gatherings fill the week as residents travel by train and attend performances at the Geraldton Comedy Company.
An OCRed summary notes January rainfall across districts with Kimberley recording only two rain days and minimal totals, while other stations show varied deficits. Marble Harbour and Hall’s Creek are mentioned with notable measurements, and overall state figures indicate the month was exceptionally dry.
Transport schedule shows multiple routes from Geraldton to towns including Northampton Nerratarre Baker Jays and Rinf Polat with departures on Mondays Wednesdays Thursdays and Saturdays. Travel times vary with returns midweek afternoons and Sunday returns.
A Portland era style chart lists aerial mail times for Geraldton Carmarvon Onslow Leebourne Whim Creek Port Hedland Broome and Carnarvon with arrivals between 7 am and 1:20 pm and varying departures through Thursday to Sunday. Sunday and Monday services include Banday and Manilay notes with Perth connections and Adenia Pretae line items.
Timardine's Office at 15 Marine Terrace in Geraldton offers Tarascription books with prompt attention to orders. Public notice urges residents to inquire for available inventory and swift service.
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