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Newspaper
Geraldton Guardian And Express
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Jun 18, 1930
Page
2
Fragmented OCR list of fountain pen types and prices including Old Monten dating, gold mounted, regular patterns, and various brands. Mentions prices like 2/., 20/-, 8/65, and 6/0 with several model names and product notes.
A dramatic air display featured pilots from Port Mire Kinairon and three machines looping and flying at 1200 feet. The trio carried risky rope lines as they swooped and performed maneuvers before spectators, ending with a dramatic rope release and a closing ascent.
The release records daily high and low temperatures with times of occurrence. Maximum temperature was observed at 3 pm indicating the day's peak heat, while the minimum occurred at a specified early morning hour as conditions varied. The summary notes total rainfall over the 24 hour period across the indicated locations.
A garbled OCR snippet lists numerous names and labels such as Oran Gavenyna, Herminius, Moule Kyoule, Karola, Koolindy, Kimzurno, Lippe, Malabar, Mongwia, Nolikement, Port, Petes, Campbell, Quiles, Tadew, Westratin, and Woot gar TE, without coherent context or clear event. The text appears to be a damaged sports or race card with multiple proper nouns lacking surrounding details.
A fragmented weather item records rainfall readings at several locations yesterday. The notes mention Misslardy, Abhampton, Three Springs, and Nongetty with assorted totals and times, though many names are unclear or garbled. The summary notes multiple stations reporting measurable precipitation and a general rainfall pattern for the day.
Unclear columns of the Guardian and Express discuss unemployment appeal connected to the Geraldton Farwydovient Relief Fund. Some amounts are acknowledged and the Tiger Market is mentioned in relation to the relief event.
Bixtha Marrinaessed died at Goraknon Maternity Home on sixth Jone. The deceased was married to aml Mra. tt. D. Oil of the Bank of New Mont Wales, Mullewa-a sim.
A parliamentary deputation voices concern over smuggling and ship import rules. They urge stronger Customs surveillance, a dedicated ship proxy board, and appointments stressing qualifications to manage pirate and drug trade risks, with calls for policies similar to film board oversight.
A fragment discusses government limits on sex and crime content in books, naming authors and works, and questions why public fuss arises over material now considered historical. It reflects concerns about moral standards, juvenile exposure, and the role of literature in society.
A jumble of local items covers Amy Jekmen Fime and a journey from Croson to Brinienn, with lively notes on film, vaudeville acts and an apple-eating contest for boys. Also reported are marathon plans, a road race attempt by W. D. Grichenow, mining inspector elections, stage shows, and an unemployed workers welfare incident. The tale closes with a court scene showing spirited behavior in a criminal case.
Market news shows cattle consignments from Derby with 3 small lots of marine quality stock, rest in plain store condition. Goods inferior to West Landing, demand weak, with good weight cattle selling at higher quotes and plain culls at low values. Quotes list weight bands and prices up to numbers like 22/7/0 and 18 to 22, with other figures noted for various qualities. Dalgety and Co. and Goll lyough wort und Co are mentioned in the trade listings.
Elder and Mavithait Oy report subdued participation at Walkaway market on Tuesday as weather worsened. Only a few patrons managed to attend, with lingering rain and cold limiting sales and vendor turnout throughout the day.
The committee of umpires chaired by ALP Mark and Mr Dean named officials for the coming Saturday. Umpires including J. V. Thowas of Ageule and H. Hanlon will oversee the matches at Blot Point with R. Team as central umpire.
A disputed match is under review as the Disputes Board prepares to hear claims of abuse and rough play directed at umpires. The case centers on language during the first quarter and continued support for alleged aggressive actions in the final period.
Dr Punshon condemned a League match as legalised brutality after a Hawthorn versus Footscray exhibition. He said an on-field incident showed players’ excessive aggression and warned stricter control was needed to prevent further harm and protect spectators.
A discussion at the Soldiers Institute led to forming a regimental band named the TR1 Band. A subsidy of 25 was sought for twelve public performances next year, with at least twelve players per version. Officers were elected and a meeting date set for recruiting and instrument procurement.
The Eratcton Wheelers' Cycle Club formed recently sparked renewed cycling interest as ten riders competed on Greenough Road. Weather was ideal and the course proved suitable for racing. Hunter and McDonald led with handicap pace, Sterrett posted fastest time, while scratch starters faded.
Sydney on June 7 Coroner reports after inquiry into the death of Georgy Lined a 76 year old inmate at the mental Tonpitch asylum Parramatta on May 26 finding he died from injuries inflicted by another patient named Barton who struck him with a pick Burton attempted to open a gate and was named as having socked it Medical evidence showed the deceased had always been regarded as harmless after the altercation
The fragment reports a missing lugger named Mission Lugger with supplies_running short. It notes a wreck near Uawaoshire Point on Holling Bay's eastern shore and a awaiting arrival of replacements. The vessel carried stores to be picked up, with uncertain details and names obscured in the damaged text.
Merredin farmers at a June 16 animal meeting rejected the Commonwealth compulsory wheat pool plan. President Mr J W Towndaled urged self-reliance, criticizing external control and calling on the Prime Minister to cut tariffs that harm local wheat growers. The crowd shouted, Grow More Wheat.
A compiled list notes Mr W Borowil of National Bank Geraldton Wittenwurm MAC will journey to Australia. Several officials including Mr Curkhillay Premier Sir James and Mr Jotham Minister for Lands are due back from the Eastern States. Passengers leaving for Worth recently include Em Malt Levy Corkhill and others. Mrs Maw of Melbourne heads to America to study oil industry courses.
Two airmen are reported fully rested as weather improves. Kingaford Fisith may start in Part S Manock seven miles north of Dubbing if Curragh.
A jumbled program listing for Tonight and Thursday presents acts including The Office Scandal and The Office Keamdal with Joseph Schildraut and Aloe B. Fruccia. It highlights a murder mystery from a newspaper viewpoint, a romance involving a gambler and a captain’s daughter, and a Craigman estate intrigue with a birthday ring scene. The listings name cast members Hott, Kevier, Schilduraut, Fruccia, and Rampston along with venue notes and matinee on Saturday.
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