10 Feb 1930
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Newspaper
Geraldton Guardian And Express
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Feb 10, 1930
Page
1
A partial OCR fragment records calendar dates and moon phases for February, mentioning quarters on February 7 13 20 and other cryptic terms like First quarter and last quarter. It references times and scores in a jumbled sequence, with unclear city or team names.
Fashion notes describe evening gowns featuring chiffon, apple green designs with large floral decoration, uneven skirt lines, and silver pumps. Designers highlight flowers made from chiffon for versatile effects and praise the silhouette and color choices for blondes, noting reasonable prices and craftsmanship.
A party led by J M Hobson leaves Perth to reexamine Wooramel Oil Co holdings near Geraldton and Carmargom. Following Dr Woulmough and H W P Talbot recommendations, the expedition aims to map Talbot Dome, survey the surrounding area, and test rock formations for potential oil and sulfur-bearing deposits with expert support from Dr Westsough and others.
A painful episode at Hunbury Cemetery Hoard meeting led to delays and miscommunication over infant burial arrangements. The council will enforce written applications for grave preparation to avoid future misunderstandings and extra costs, with the mayor directing the undertaker and town clerk.
February trial of Professor Karumide and seven associates, charged with forging documents to undermine the government and secure Georgian independence, ends with acquittals for three defendants. Court cites lack of clear motive and uncertainty, while authorities plan further action. Journalists weigh potential political implications and possible response.
Melbourne reports a motorcycle meeting at the Motor Dome ended with a fatal crash. A rider named Bradshaw fell early on the final lap as Maloney Frogley and Proyas were thrown, with initial injuries detailed and a skull fracture leading to a hospital transfer.
Patrick Edward Fagan aided a brave rescue during a February blaze at Herston. A friend alerted his household but was repelled by flames. Fagan and a companion saved Mrs Pages and her family by wrapping her and guiding others to safety. Two nephews escaped from a balcony as Fagan’s running and boxing trophies and a blossom pin given by Queen Mary survived the fire.
A fragment notes a February 9 conference on naval limits with reference to British policy and American memoranda. It mentions reduced claims for big cruisers and a prior day of discussions, amid unclear terms and foreign policy framing.
Police report four hour warehous raid in Manila bound goods seized from a coal bunker hidden items include butts of i and other liquors and tobacco. No arrests made due to ownership challenges. seized goods likely to be auctioned later, offering Darwinites chance to buy gin and tobacco at reduced prices.
A 42 year old farmer Wyaleatehem nodhan Lormite died in a motor accident near Yorkrakinn at about 2 pm. His wife and a nephew were travelling with him. the car skidded into saplings after a suspected right turn. The driver died from a fractured skull. his wife sustained a leg wound and other occupants were injured lightly. This marks the third fatality in the Wynt eutehen district in ten days.
The Airways Flying School has operated 30 months teaching fewer than 77 students. Many graduates have entered commercial aviation, some used training for easier entry into the Royal Australian Air Force, and others pursued further aviation work. The piece notes military training as the main route to learn aviation and urges aspiring pilots to consider fast tracks to advancement.
The calendar outlines when wheat is harvested in major producers across months December through November and when new exports reach markets, noting Australia Argentina Chile Uruguay in December January and other regions like North America Europe India and the Balkans in subsequent months. It highlights how production shortfalls in large exporters can trigger global shortages and price movements.
Three Kalgoorlie men returning from Koolyanobbing reported on February 1 their favorable impression of the find. They brought samples from Kilumartin’s show and described a reef carrying visible gold at the prospectors’ shaft, with large water holes nearby and a dam two miles away. One prospector noted two leases pegged by a Coolgardie worker.
Senator Daly praised Western Australia on Saturday before sailing to Adelaide aboard the Katoomba emphasizing its wonderful potentialities and its upcoming role in balancing the national ledger. He cited primary production gains and noted the need to eradicate pests while supporting government efforts to rapidly develop continent resources.
The death of Charter Arthur Xurwan Parken a plasterer aged 251 occurred at Fremantle Hospital after he fell from a motor truck on Wednesday in Fremantle The truck driven by Thomas Oggier was traveling along Canning Road toward Melville Road Board office when Parken allegedly fell during the journey He was a resident of Petra Street East Fremantle An inquest will be held.
A compilation of Q A items covering general knowledge topics with emphasis on historical figures such as General Sir Minaley Maule and Alfred Krupp, terms like grenadier and damaskening, and facts about Vikings teredo earrings and ocean coverage. Includes notes on Christmas cards and wind instruments.
Fragmentary OCR notes from the Geraldton Guardian and Express provide unreadable remnants with no clear event, name, or date. the readable content does not indicate a discernible lead, outcome, or subject for a concise summary.
Postal charges defined for the Empire, Commonwealth, New Zealand and Fiji, with per ounce and per two ounce rates for letters and postcards, weight minimums, and special rates for books, merchandise, newspapers, and parcels across Australia, the United Kingdom, the Americas, and other destinations. Names and figures specify countries and regional rates for standard and bulk mailings.
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