26 Jun 1937
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Newspaper
Geraldton Guardian And Express
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Jun 26, 1937
Page
1
Fragmentary OCR describes alleged magical practices, temptations, and fraudulent schemes. It references a practice called end petting, a goat and incantation, and claims of producing a lasting effect for money. Includes names of alleged practitioners and victims amid a court context.
Royal Air Force pilots now train with advanced high altitude bombing methods using new sound locator devices and predictors. The training includes long range high altitude practice at Sekinchons in Suffolk and other ranges, with bombers flying at 20 000 feet or more and bombs released from 500 feet per second fall, aiming to improve accuracy and counterattack readiness.
Analysis of car color influence on night driving safety notes that high reflectivity and lighter tones improve visibility. General Motors colors in the ivory to light green range, with mid greens, show strong reflective value under artificial light and could reduce accidents by making vehicles easier to spot at night.
London reports Berlin has altered its stance on the Spanish crisis, saying no further action will be taken over alleged Spanish torpedo attacks. Whitehall remains wary as German and Italian naval withdrawals raise fears of renewed danger in the Mediterranean and potential winter upheaval if restraint persists.
A crowded Friday night event by the Ladies Guild of Christ Church at the Town Hall featured about twenty mothers and children in varied costumes. Mrs Boxall supervised floor arrangements while Mrs Morey and Mr Stan Hittetstoon supplied music and dancing. Judging by Mrs Ligue Crownrigz and Crook, a large supper was served and prize winners listed included children from under eight, eight, twelve, and over twelve years with prizes for costumes such as Puritans, Austrian Sports, and various character themes.
Tanaton reports British policy aims to localize the Spanish conflict through restraint and nonintervention. He warns that pushing beyond a certain point risks a broader war and urges cautious diplomacy to prevent renewed turmoil from Spain. The Prime Minister notes the diminished danger with the absence of German and Italian ships on the coast patrol.
A chaotic wartime brief notes insurgent advances and a clash near a rich mining region. The text mentions Texumued forces and a maneuver toward Charity's cause, with references to a fortune and a lottery line.
A jumble of personal names and nicknames appears in a damaged OCR fragment. The readable items include numerous individuals such as Daphne Whitehead Lola and others, with unclear context or roles. The text shows misprints and unclear punctuation, suggesting a scrambled local listing or notice.
The sports page notes cricket icon Hendren plans retirement, drawing vivid recollections of celebrated matches at Lord's and Turku Green silage era. It highlights public crowds, lingering debate over his best innings, and impact on professional play across seasons.
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