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Newspaper
Geraldton Guardian And Express
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Jun 24, 1929
Page
2
Historical notes describe lamb marking procedures including eye markings, castration, tail docking, and tailing technique. It warns against rough handling, emphasizes quick steady actions, ensuring the lamb stands on four feet, and avoiding leg injury. It stresses tetanus prevention and post marking flock care to prevent losses and ensure proper mothering.
Weather notes indicate fine conditions inland with east to northeast winds and cooler temperatures. A change to unsettled weather is expected as rain approaches western and southwestern coastal regions with fresh south east winds.
A formal notice expresses sorrow at the passing of a local figure while offering gratitude for a lifetime of work. The community recalls deeds and honors the lasting legacy in a memorial tone.
The notes report a hopeful settlement of the Timber Dixpat dispute, with telegraphic updates from Atellae noting partial compliance by Lakin and Webb factions. The long quarrel, spanning twenty one steps, appears to have limited its consequences to those directly involved, and the trade may resume once peace endures.
In Fremantle Polices Court Big Schlam, a speedway rider, argued Speedwey Logie was not speeding on his motor bicycle at Cottesloe Beach. Logie claimed he was only cruising and would have hurried if chased. He was fined 22.
A Perth telegram reports that Inspec or Leenied were involved at Northam amid stress events. The message notes unclear details and potential influence on local affairs. Further clarification from the telegraph office is awaited to confirm identities and exact actions.
The Geraldton Guardian reports the death of Archbishop Riley, beloved head of the Church of England in Western Australia. Since 1864 he led the state church through growth, travel, and governance, earning affection from all classes. His long service, humility, and focus on reform and unity are praised as he rests after a life of devoted Christian leadership.
The death of the late Mr J B Sutorer is recorded in Murchison. Details remain sparse but the notice confirms the passing of a local figure. The community is advised to note the obituary in forthcoming notices.
The program lists Lillian Gish in a young Austrian bride role with Halph Forts opposite and a feature called The Last Walls. Wih a Queen's Knight and King's Tuesday screening, it teases other titles like Hatundast's Childres and Plunging Hoofs with Phantom Visto.
Local notes report a yacht club fundraiser and building funds event with patrons praising a performer. The Government Astronomer explains June 18 to 23 each day lasts about 24 hours with slight deviations. June 21 is the shortest day. Housing and land blocks are listed for Geraldton and nearby areas with prices, surveys, and fees. Advances to settlers and a show by the Humfrey Bishop Company draw crowds, featuring performers and an evening of entertainment.
A fragmented ad style note lists a film bill titled The Battle of Beaee with wages world themes. It mentions attractions including Unity ef Artinta and a cast with Je aholt Phyllia Haver Belle Ronantt Don Alvarado Hally O'Neil. Showings are planned Wednesday and Thursday then at Mosthampton on Saturday 2th.
An official of the Grand Union Canal Company describes canal life with humor. Lovers aboard barges seek privacy along towpaths and near stations, while limits include distant meetings and rare shore strolls as galley rules and modest wardrobes shape romance.
In a lively Bat Lawn match at the Recreation Ground the Geraldton Premier Brigades edged Railwaymen 8 5 to 5 10. J Coffey whistled. Clarkon and Jones starred for Brigades while Hunter, Rowe, Angel and Gibbs led Railway efforts in a high tempo contest marked by multiple near goals and strong defence.
A fragmentary reminiscence about coastal life and music from Gereidten, contrasting modern performance with a shipwreck from 308 years ago near the mainland. It recalls Sunday services, time signals, and the memory of a distant maritime figure, Hayward, at Went ern Anatralia.
Naraling Hall committers prepare Christy Mi for a function at Naraling Hall. The event involves entertainment to raise funds and improve the balk facility.
Fragmented OCR notes describe acceleration tests and cycling events with names like Davie and Davis. Mentions sidecare details, heats, and a final tied finish with possible scores and times.
A fragment discusses mercy and reduced inmate numbers, noting a decline in first offenders and shorter sentences for various crimes. It cites figures on inmate populations and the impact of humane treatment on reform, referencing prison commissioners and the term first offenders receiving lighter sentences.
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