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Newspaper
Geraldton Guardian And Express
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Jun 02, 1930
Page
4
The piece argues that saving money through frugality can cost more in lost sales. It asserts advertising and improved shop features like plate glass and lighting increase customer reach, noting advertising sells more goods to more people than shop windows alone.
A public note asks readers if they resent merchant messages in column space. It counters complaints by suggesting readers are inclined to respond to friendly overtures and engage with advertised offers. The piece reflects a local paper’s stance on advertising and reader perception.
Lonely men on Tristan da Cunha and the Atlantic group seek wives. Fourteen eligible women remain to wed, as Phil Lindey, a key worker, returns from a three year mission at Burns residence.
The wool price pronouncement by Jeating gl ey Woullfekers Unit notes prices have topped pre war levels, offering hope for wool growers and pastoral properties. Analysts cite six pre war year averages and warn the current season’s gains may not reach earlier peaks. Prices in early months show improvement with May expected to push the yearly average above pre war marks.
Our Ladies column notes Mrs Logan continues a three course midday meal in the upstairs premises with the balcony converted into a lounge for patrons to rest chat and enjoy lunch. Swart waitresses Cherry and Ere will serve as before and Mrs Stirling hosts a successful Wednesday bridge party with eight tables and tea in decorative rooms.
A Romford jury exonerated a nurse blamed for a fatal overdose after Amelia Bird died from incorrect medicine. The inquest heard a Lysol bottle was misread for the proper drug, with the dispenser Hayward censured for routine labelling issues. The verdict blamed accidental administration and urged safer practices to prevent future mistakes.
A report from racing authorities notes that two year olds and certain sire lines lose eligibility to major races such as the Victoria Derby and AIC Derby as reforms limit entry. It argues this to improve horse quality for future events while addressing production costs and wage adjustments in pastoral industries amid rising wool prices.
CURUM YOR reports chest cold symptoms at MARINE TERRACE PSARMACY shifting shoppers to expectant relief. Pharmacy notes limited stock and advise seeking medical consultation for persistent symptoms.
Poad maps announce new stock routes in Western Australia. Section 1 covers Carramah to Wooleen and Geraldton to Sandstone, with Section 3 from Jaryabdale to Carnamah and Fremantle to Westonia. Additional Section 3 runs Keys Brook to Albany and Bunbury to Oare Fries.
England originated quiz feature called the Daily Dozen published in the Guardian Express with Saturday and Wednesday questions and Monday Friday answers. Submissions invited from readers. includes questions on Arthur Sullivan and other topics.
At a council meeting Dr Scanlan questioned Albany aviate ground progress. The Mayor and Mr Folkan outlined sub committee difficulties in securing a large suitable area. Dr Watkins offered 40 acres but committee had not reviewed it. a further 100 acres could be obtained. His offer has now been withdrawn.
At a Tuesday meeting of the Spearwood Road Board the secretary reported thefts from a truck supplying fittings and a sprayer. Losses total about £21 with a £10 reward offered for thieves. Officials planned to move equipment to safer sites and consider a permanent protective facility later.
The text surveys Gilbert and Sullivan works and English Opera House history, mentions Mark Twain and Langhorne Clemens, and explains terms like Microbe and Faith healing. It also touches on giant legends Gow and Magige, Diocletian lineage, a Croce village battle, and a Corynthian-era literary figure.
A young man Cherie Harry Ward appeared before the Resident Magistrate in Perth on a charge of knowingly and fraudulently uttering a false document to obtain a cheque. The document, dated May 1, 1930 and bearing the name D Kennedy, allegedly pretended to be drawn on the Bank of New South Wales. The accused claimed no knowledge of the cheque and entered a not guilty plea. Evidence and defence were heard as the case proceeded.
The passage references diverse names and rituals, noting readings of legends and superstitions tied to places and traditional practices. It mentions “Turpentine,” “Neveth Carvatians,” and various imprecise figures, suggesting a mosaic of cultural memory and folklore without coherent narrative.
A young man faced a terrifying ride in an elevator when the lift repeatedly surged between floors after a button press. After it halted between landings, the basement stop failed, and the car shot upward twice more, nearly trapping him. Emergency alarms sounded as officials investigated the faulty mechanism.
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