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Newspaper
Geraldton Guardian And Express
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Jun 26, 1929
Page
1
Classified snippet from a daily paper advertises low price items and packing supplies with emphasis onGeraldton and weekly distribution. The fragment hints at promotional text for sale items and local shop offerings though details are sparse.
An antiquated contest asks questions about social customs and lore including who wrote popular family puzzles, the meaning of jeremiads, and the first country to deploy a submarine. It hints at box mail replies and a Geraldton address for submissions with several undefined terms and eroded text.
Mullewa News reports strong turnout at the Tows Mall on Saturday as U.A.O.D. Lodge members hosted a successful dance with Linda and Roar Valey at the piano. Prizes were awarded to Shannon and McLean for the le Chathlais Waltz, while The 13th Hour was shown by Tenses and Co. at midnight.
A dubious advertisement touts a money saving cough remedy for Australians. It promotes a two shilling bottle of Heenzo from chemists and claims it soothes sore throats and banishes coughs and colds. The copy is incomplete and relies on sensational language.
Calcutta reports a major Afghan front from Dagdaiak to Ghardez 75 miles wide, seen as decisive for the throne. Rebel ruler Tabihatik Khan offered terms to Nadir Khan. Habibalyth says no rent until Nadir withdraws. Claim of Afghan fort capture near Kabul and tribes rallying to Unbiballah. demand to reopen the Bri Lah Legation at Kabul.
A blaze at the Port Pirie Furnishing Co showrooms in Port Pirie caused about £10,000 in damage. A large stock of furnishings including six prayer pisms was destroyed. Two small adjoining shops were saved, but the buildings burned. The Railway Hotel and joinery factory nearby were saved by firemen. Insurance coverage is partial.
Sydney June 25 strike watchers report the timber dispute continues with workers aiming to secure the Webb award in full. Strikers vow to press for six to twelve weeks of action until pay and conditions are settled. Union leaders say funds from NSW Victoria and Queensland unions will aid the prolonged walkout.
Vaive officials who participated in the affair take a serious view of the complaint. Workers face levies as the central strike committee urges affiliated unions to ensure funds to finance the strike while trade remains unsettled.
A reader expresses strong support for police, praising the officer's courage and conduct. The letter condemns mob violence against law enforcement, urges citizens to uphold law and order, and defends the police as defenders of citizens and property amid rising crime and civil unrest. The piece closes with an endorsement of Woods' Peppermint Cure for coughs.
Reported assaults and arrests amid Balkan tensions. Beria's camp near Dolalahats hosts six hundred Bulgarians rounded up. many allegedly ill-treated or killed. Serbian troops reportedly killed a Bulgarian woman and wounded others near Bouk hove. Bulgarian patrol fired upon within Bulgarian territory. Exiles from Jagalavis raided Bulgarian leader areas. a tram was derailed at Vramya. Ferba rejects a mixed investigatory committee amendment.
The Daily News credits Lord Byng with improving London police efficiency and integrity through reforms. It notes more detectives, targeted promotions, specialist officers, a larger flying squad, a ring of telephones around London, temporary box cells, and motor vans for prisoner movement.
Two men followed Joseph Latham aged 60 from work on Jukmatone Street Ammumdale and after grabbing his throat he dragged him inside the gate. Latham struggled, restrained a man, and with police arrival both attackers were arrested. Despite wounds he refused hospital treatment.
A reader argues for broad banking reform to place savings institutions and general banking under nonpartisan control. Citing Commonwealth Bank history, he contends private banks wield profits for shareholders while state action could fund development, urging the government to launch a general banking banner tied to gold and free from political meddling. VERITAS signs.
The May report shows the Governor dredge arriving from Fremantle. Up to month end 2954 cubic yards sand pumped ashore and 12 977 tons stone and refuse placed along the quay face. 255 yards of storm water drains and 325 yards of foundation laid. 2852 links of railway sidings in place. Dredge Sir William Matthews removed 47186 cubic yards land and 1504 cubic yards mud from the entrance. Wharf wharf reinforcement work commenced.
A fragmented account describes Walter Kingaler or a misread name in a strange publicity stunt over New York. The text hints at a headline creating interest tied to a widow's late husband and a publicity agent. The fragmentary nature leaves many details unclear.
A bold showroom invitation from Nicholson's Limited urges customers to visit and see demonstrations. The notice promises surprising results and showcases new products in an eye catching exhibition style.
The Mullëwa Hospital Committee met on June 11 at Howl Hoant Chambers with Engelbrecht as chair and several members present. A donation of £1 from Mr. P. A. Connally was noted, along with fund-raising plans including picture shows, football percentages, dances, goose clubs, and a Back to Childhood dance. The committee aims to raise about £5,000 for a new hospital with government subsidy and various social events planned through August and into New Year, with support acknowledged from Bell & Gerald and local sponsors.
A historical notice touts Woods peppermint remedy as a cure for lingering coughs described as iliren’s Hocking. The item emphasizes its claimed effectiveness and market presence in early medicinal advertisements.
The sequence lists First Quarter on June 7, New Moon on June 14, Full Moon on June 22, and Last Quarter on June 30 marking the lunar cycle for the month.
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