19 Feb 1935
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Newspaper
Geraldton Guardian And Express
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Feb 19, 1935
Page
1
Geraldton club monitors the Guraktton Tennte Club await closing entry dates mulling prospects of players. Notable men include defending champion mingles and Cuprott, with innovations like a mixed championship. The event features women's singles, doubles, and mixed doubles with detailed match results and upcoming finals.
The Methodist Tennis Club held the annual tournament finals last Saturday after rain caused a postponement. Guscott defeated Taylor in the men singles, and the mixed doubles team of Guscott with Chapman beat Elson and Veperell. The women's doubles title went to Lange and Whitfield over Stokes and Ming Mi.
Cricket enthusiasts in Geral note the notable figure Juyk Shen son of Mr and Mrs Shea. He is linked with North Aymney POAT Grade and remained active in local cricket circles while recent employment and social invitations were mentioned.
Ballarat hosts Victoria wide fire brigades for a centenary demonstration next month with brigades from Western Australia and other states. Geraldton team, led by Mowry J V Thomas, departs Friday for Eastern routes. Geraldton’s A Griguhy as ladder-man has equalled a 200 prize record, Perpetual Shield, to be awarded to the top brigade.
Loyal Vietnamese donors present a handsome trophy to be contested by brigades at Collie on Saturday Monday and Thursday. Brigade secretary AL G Jones accepted the prize, described as a grander award than many state contests. Line officers expect keen competition as teams vie for the well worth trophy at the station.
The report notes repeated delays at the CUE BATTERY plant due to an out of order ten head mill and ongoing equipment failures. A 28 ton parcel required 69 hours to process, with delays from stemx breakages engine trouble and a fire in the drive unit. Manager Mr Wheat observes progress is hindered by the plant not being in order.
Week ended February details from Murchison batteries show multiple sites led by Meekatharra Gwalia and Halcyon with varied gold weights and tonnes processed. Entries note specific weights in dwts and tons for GMT Murchison, ALT, PAL, and other local operations, reflecting ongoing production across the district.
Sydney reports a domestic tragedy as Mrs Dulcie Hrew aged 24 and her partner Walter Wilbow aged 24 are found dead following apparent suicide and a simultaneous death at their home. Police say the couple had been living apart and had just become engaged. The scene shows signs of a struggle with hanging and a gunshot found at the garage.
A log covering hours rates of pay and other conditions has been served on public authorities by the West Australian Nurses Association after failed attempts to secure an industrial agreement within four days the matter may go to the State Arbitration Court. The log covers State and Federal Governments Perth Fremantle Hospitals Children's Hospital and others with three year terms. Wages range from £3 1s 7d to £4 5s 4d weekly as conditions sought include 44 hours weekly and four weeks holiday annually.
通知. The following parcels of land are offered for shorton Lands Offers in Victoria District near Northampton and Noongaar. Locations include Victoria District locations with prices, classifications, and mortgages. Parcels also note forfeited leases and exemptions from road rates for two years.
Long racing notes from Melbourne circuits discuss Caulfield Futurity, winners like Waltzing Lily and Thoreen, and records. Mentioned are Winoka, Wakeing Gily, Archerity, Arachne, and Hall Mark as riders or contenders. Also noted are trainer changes, Melbourne Cup mentions, and upcoming races with various odds and weights.
Bookmakers faced a tough day as Mariner stood out among winners on the tote with a £78/5/- return. Grand Orfi Star Temple and Trophy shared opening event favoritism, while Gunga Dash showed improvement and Lord Chaney claimed a two length win over Star Temple. Don's Whiskey finished near the same margin, with Gigolo and others factoring in a damp, unsettled card.
Rail in racing notes details Capparis and Knight Commander as major acceptors, with Capparis leading betting at 710 A. Ten Party F, Mixtletow, and Mavelwod among contenders as several fillies and colts race across the program. The meeting features strong mares like Vayehology and Reefer, plus place finishes and close calls among notable steeds and jockeys.
Ten members of the Geraldton Rite Club took part in the N.MA Medal event at 80 yards. The prone positions showed fair accuracy though conditions were tricky with a headwind and mirage causing shifting shots. Crone led the field after a measured dulled stance and strong di...»
Saturday gathering at Greenough Club drew members and spectators amid talk of trophies and upcoming stages. Viner, Prendergast, and Tess Fi were noted among attendees as plans for the Mills Chap event progressed toward a February stage showing and potential trophy allocations.
Fragmentary OCR reveals Koolinda arrival delayed affecting swing to fort Chat. Mentions no berth at Vrirwein on Thiteadtalant and fuel replacements, with several ports and vessels referenced. Reading is unclear but implies travel to Avercalioan seater and Derriein routes with timing tied to a Vimapas day.
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