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Newspaper
Geraldton Guardian And Express
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Jun 29, 1940
Page
4
Readable fragments reveal a tense confession and police interrogation linked to a fatal plot. The narrator details a desperate murder spree, disguises, a hospital scene, and the dramatic pursuit across a city as detectives close in on the mastermind and his accomplices.
An unreliable speaker recalls a violent act and motive in a tense exchange with the Chief. The dialogue hints at betrayal, a march hare reference, and a hidden residence, ending with a clipped, unresolved line.
Geraldton Golf Club hosted a lively charity dance at the town hall last Friday aiding local patriotic funds. Volunteers from the club ran bars, Nutter's Orchestra provided music at a reduced rate, and a treasure auction raised funds totaling over £40. The mayor and Ted Carson accepted the cheque on behalf of the town, praising the event and urging other organizations to follow Geraldton's example.
Movements of stock and drought affect pastoral regions as breeders face delayed bookings and tightening exports. A Western Australian herd recording run highlights Pure Breeds herd results with Mawarra Shorthorn cow producing 443 lb fat and 1 000 lb dairy fat per year, surpassing prior WA records.
An old advertisement describes a woman becoming pale and suffering headaches and nervous symptoms. It touts Dr Williams Pink Pills as a remedy to strengthen nerves, improve color, and relieve fatigue with claims of restoring vitality, sold in Chesterfield and nearby stores.
Western Australia eyes a large export field with wheat recovery schemes and rising bacon and pork shipments. WA now accounts for 11 percent of Australia’s rail bacon exports, far above other states, with steady growth into 1940 and beyond. Perth Royal Show grounds upheaval prompts stud stock sales to proceed in October, including Corriedale and pedigree sheep, while dairy cattle and morphia stock arrangements await venue specifics.
Dr. E Nancarrow told Geraldton municipal council progress on extending electric light to Bluff Point while noting inquiries about timing and delivery. Mayor Ti Caron said electricity department manager Currie hired extra labor and that, despite delivery delays and overseas factors, progress seemed steady with poles being erected and more work planned.
A fragmented theatre notice previews upcoming West Talkies in the district with Dr Advertised and a lineup including The Adventures of Hacklebeers Finn and The King and Duke. It notes star Mickey Romney Rees, Walter Connolly, and Lois Lane in supporting roles along with Dr Kildare thematic threads and a mix of comedy and dramatic scenes across the program.
Many readers suffer backaches and bladder burning due to clogged kidneys. Doan's Kidney Pills are recommended by advertisers worldwide for quick relief by soothing kidney tubes and removing waste acids from the body.
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