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Newspaper
Geraldton Guardian And Express
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Jun 08, 1929
Page
2
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The report outlines imminent work in the Wearnmat River area by Geraliten to test and advance oil prospects. Key figures Dr Woolnough and Mr Tathot lead surveys welcomed by state and Commonwealth advisers, with September as a milestone for testing and potential export implications for Wooramel and Geraliton.
A local entertainment note announces a Monday night dance program featuring the popular troupe. The event promises special routines and invited musical guests, with audience participation and a warm community atmosphere amid a modest plan for refreshments.
The Perth page lists multiple race results and betting odds including Hurdle Brace with 2 to 2 against, First Division and Second Section results, and numerous starters. Highlights mention winners and tote prices across divisions such as June Handicap, Bir Gravity, and Canbing Park Handicap with various odds like 15/ and 25/ for contenders.
Pullen leads the day with racing action and betting odds. The Winter Stakes headlines with Winter, Inducement, and other rivals like Prince Arim and Exter Handicap contending. a dead heat for third and close finishes noted among several entries.
The lengthy Development and Migration Commission technical report on Western Australia’s proposed 3500 farms outlines $150,000 in exploration funds and calls for further studies before any project approval. It weighs rainfall climate and location against feasibility, exports, and long term construction costs, while critics question methods and practicality.
Migrants and officials gathered at Toutra Station for a planned exercise on the potential use of technology in education. A series of meetings, roadshows, and public notices were announced, with officials promising transparency and inviting public input to the project.
A garbled historical line hints at increasing indebtedness and a looming economic squeeze. The fragment references ambitious plans and a stated urgency, suggesting a policy or fiscal move tied to deteriorating conditions and the need to act soon.
The readable OCR fragment references a political scenario with individuals like Hy D. Hore and Lewin Moore, noting possible contest at the next election. It lists names such as Smythe, Clifton, Paramour, Pearce, Cook, Capora, Day, Urwin, Madre, and others, but many portions are garbled and unclear.
Melbourne June 6 report from Mooner Wey highlights fast racing with BANYA HURDLES and two miler BROADBLADE among entries. POTENTATE and BRUNSWICK STEEPLECHASE draw betting attention while MONOO HANDI and MURANG WELTER offer strong chances. uncertain names and garbled text limit precise details.
A rough six round match saw Burmister counter Martin Buch with a bold eristic display. The crowd roared at exchanges and holds, with Burmister seizing key moments to secure a decisive fall amid fierce grappling.
In Geraldton a junior game ended with Rovers scoring six goals and two behinds while Bailwaye tallied two goals and three behinds. The match featured Tetwedt Mailwayn and Rovers in the scaler division before a fair crowd.
A report from Geralton shows notable and increasing wheat export activity this year, with statistics indicating higher shipments than in prior seasons. The data highlight a continuing trend of robust farm production and trade in the region.
The North Eastern Courier reports that the Department of Agriculture considers declaring emus vermin in the Buntine and Three Boomer districts. A Royalty Acty deterrent is cited against kangaroo destruction but no removal of royalties. Local authorities are urged to apply to have emus declared vermin if progress groups request action.
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