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Newspaper
Geraldton Guardian And Express
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Jun 27, 1930
Page
3
Harbour Grace June 23 reports a round-the-world attempt involving a pilot preparing to depart New York at dawn after refueling, aiming to complete the circumnavigation in the long flight causing delays and circling for hours while tanks and engine conditions were checked.
In Harbour Grace Newfoundland on June 25, fog and compass trouble delayed a flight attempting to reach the town. After sighting the coastline from the air, a pilot guided the craft through mist to a safe landing. The crew received a hearty reception from early riser locals during breakfast before departing.
Fragmented report from New York on June 2 describes a hurried movement involving mechanics, a smuggled or seized cargo, and fuel quantities. The text is garbled and hard to parse but mentions petrol, a planned departure, and a New York arrival after a long flight. specific names and places are unreadable.
A fragment reports Kiegsfori Smif leaving Newfoundland for New York on June 26 aboard The Southern Cross reaching New York later. The terse note captures a nautical movement with minimal detail and no broader context.
A crippled woodsman named Arnold George 135 shot Mewh 22, son of a prominent Washington lumber family, after becoming an invalid from injuries in the Reed logging camp. He fired while in a wheelchair, striking his target and leaving the case under investigation.
The England Australia Test at Lord's today begins at 6 10 PM London time. Thirteen matches have been played here with four wins each and five drawn. England has not won since 1830 while Australia plans to name its team just before the start.
A Times cricket correspondent writes that England’s tradition at Lord’s remains intact since 1848 when England sent a weaker side to Australia. The piece discusses player selections for Gordon, potential changes for opening batting, and possible replacements if form or health affects key roles. It notes England could concede a larger share of fortune to Australia yet still win.
A fragmented report notes a seventeen hour lead on an event at Lord's involving Jane Leadon and a genie figure. The text hints at a peculiar saga with a sireniy clash and unusual interruptions. Names appear sparsely amid the garbled OCR.
June 25 report quotes Prof J Brigden economic adviser to the association saying the council will reconvene before changes to freight rates. Shipowners pause on increases to study tariff impact, able to bear only about twelve months of added costs. Outward earnings to Australia fell to 3 million pounds annually as reduced revenue from outward cargo persists over three months amid tariff pressures.
Canberra reports that on June 20 11 Mr Boullin announced a conference of the Australian Overseas Transport Association at Byme to discuss rising overseas freight. The association includes overseas shipowners and Australian producers and was formed during a visit by international shipowners invited by Mr Bruero to address the looming freight threat.
June 23 report notes likely decline in the Federal basic wage with next index figure from the Commonwealth Statistics. Unions not hit by March price drop may still suffer a cut as half yearly wage adjustments apply in many cases. Officials expect a drop but give no precise extent, predicting only minor weekly reductions in some quarters.
Fragmented excerpts reveal a partisan clash over party unity and control of journalism. Questions of influence surface as businessmen and editors debate loyalty, with references to Lord Beaverbrook, Lloyd George, Baldwin, and journalistic power shaping political outcomes amid calls for constitutional referendums and coalition diplomacy.
A fragmentary report recalls a 19th century alluvial gold discovery near Melville, noting a £51,000 value and renewed interest. Mentions a site at Melville Habel and past yields, with speculation on current claims and possible alluvial limits.
Perth June 27 Corinthian’s picks from the West Australian bookmaker list for Goodwood meeting show Crowner taking top spot in the Goodwood Plate with Gadamin and Exymond Terrace also among noted runners.
A partial OCR item mentions Mabefiln and a team member at the races with tools and equipment. It references Soap sleek sheet and Pia Tooling, implying a sales or setup context. The readable fragments point to a preparation or trades scene surrounding a racing event.
An archival note recounts gold bearing quartz near Mulga, with rich pockets at Windella and nearby sites. The writer notes machine imports to Bendigo, high prospectivity, and emerald-like color on quartz fragments, plus stories of native roots yielding emeralds and moonlit gold pieces among Aboriginal lore.
Tonight and Saturday matinee feature two vaudeville acts from Ambassadory and Luxor Theatres plus a silver screen showing Molly and Me with Bells Bennett and Holman. The program includes comedians Denny and Lane, Jacke Hollman dancer, and a list of baritone acts. Also advertised by Dalgety & Company is a flock sale of ewes and sheep stock.
Lord Rothermere defends clarity before the electorate, mocking Baldwin’s cabinet guessing plan. He argues voters deserve advance disclosure of who will occupy key ministerial roles and criticizes Baldwin for errors in managing party apparatus. The piece cites Mr Kalin as a frequent blunderer in guiding the party machinery.
Melbourne residents await the Grand National Hurdles set for Saturday July 5. The entries include Three Miles Mumford Monkey Piaice and Seth Plight with Bay of Dis Blast as a noted participant.
Fragmentary ad describes sale of a listed item with vague terms including weekly price and a round castage. Mentions Peter and 80085 in unclear context. Readable portions suggest a sale listing with price and terms but full details are not recovered.
Notice states that licenses for raw vehicles including motor cars cycles and logs must be paid to the Council or Guildhall at Hamilton on or after the 21st day of 1934. Fees for carts and carriages will be assessed per vehicle weight and capacity. Vehicles not registered or failing to comply face strict action by licensing officers and penalties.
Fragmentary OCR text lists names, horses, and locations related to a Grand National Steeplechase event but is heavily garbled. Key entities appear as horse names and descriptors, with unclear dates and venues. No coherent storyline or outcome can be confirmed from the readable fragments.
Sydney reports widespread floods forcing restoration work by the New South Wales Railways Department. Crews fight to rebuild embankments and relay tracks after heavy rain and overflowing rivers. North Coast line partially back, but Oakhampton blockage persists, with limited services and continued passenger shipping today.
A brief schedule from Williamstown meetings lists Maiden races with Tresvlauy first and Prime third, along with Juvenile Bandleny and other placings. Hurdle and Steeplechase cards note Bay of Rimeau and Jamstows as notable runners, with leads for Lampra El Rey Lynitea and Rex Aurentic in divisions.
A New York June report indicates a 4 percent decline in birth rates across most states with Florida showing the lowest figure. The data suggests a broad trend of reduced births, though some states deviate from the national pattern and a notable percentage changes are cited.
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