13 May 1933
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Newspaper
Geraldton Guardian And Express
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
May 13, 1933
Page
1
A rambunctious tale from Mid-Janda journal recalls a hairless baby raised by Lovnots family, growing into a seven foot kangaroo. Owners unable to curb violence relocate the beast to Berth Zoological Gardens, aiding a dramatic train pursuit across Cooran toward South Australia as an alert community watches.
Farmers in the Mt Erin district find anxiety eased as light rain finally falls after days of threatening weather. Prospects for a start in sowing look encouraging though more rain is needed. In outer districts cropping has begun and some crops are up, with sowing operations imminent if the run continues.
The Rev. Aborigines at the Queensland Assembly of the Presbyterian Church of Australia today contended that Aborigines are not dying out if properly treated. He asserted Aborigines have been battered and shot for sport, noting government records could prove such killings.
A fragment notes German armed strengths and disarmament proposals. It mentions a commitment to disarm the Nazi organization and include the entire Nazi structure in the disarmament plan, reflecting wartime concerns about Germany's military capacities.
Weather bulletin notes first winter rains with a high pressure influence over the western region. Opening day brought showers reaching northward, while the next day stayed unsettled then cleared in parts. Some southern centers reported beneficial rainfall aiding grove feed as a coastal high pressure system lingered offshore.
Shanghai reports Japanese forces pushing across a wide area to remove threats to the neutral zones. They expect to enter Lwanchow soon where a large Chinese force awaits heavy opposition. Japanese bombing planes strike Chinese concentration points forty miles from Peiping.
Japanese aircraft sorties over Peiping provoke alarm as bombers swarm the ancient city. Chinese forces reply with anti-aircraft fire and machine guns in the air over the Wall, escalating regional tensions amid the attack.
Italian man Rowe on May 11 convicted of grave military offense with a sentence recorded. The report notes a related woman’s delay in sentencing due to pending court proceedings and unclear details from the damaged text.
Intermittent fighting in the west keeps both nations armed. At Twelay the President of Paraguay ends a declaration of waning conflict against Bolivia.
Inquest at Court House, West Boulder, finds George Montenegrin died from a gun wound inflicted by Louis Zuvich, a Yugoslav, who allegedly murdered Lekovich after an argument about love. Witnesses describe a tense confrontation as Montenegrin entered the room, clashed over a rifle, and both Montenegrin and Lekovich were shot.
In a keen Victoria District match the senior Rangers gained a 4 1 victory over Thintler. The junior game followed with Rangers taking a 3 1 win as the final score in the lower section.
A damaged report notes a nighttime incident where a wagon broke a line, sixteen trucks were wrecked and about two hundred sheep were killed. The warning time was insufficient to prevent a serious disaster involving the Bourkeen following vehicle.
The country club war visit opens tomorrow with Northampton facing Towns in the league. Refereeing by W Weston precedes the junior game led by Salmon. Towns lineup includes Meeks, Baht Touting, Robinson, Mudd, Platton, Bare Cook, Bear ow players, seeking victory.
A Mi week visit saw Chief Inspector A Arnold outline a fumigation method to control rabbits for the Mingeuew Road Board. Four ounces of cyanide in kerosene water, wrapped in bags, would be designed to release hydrogen cyanide in burrows, with care to avoid skin contact. A large baiting effort reportedly reduced rabbit numbers after seven days, supporting temporary outdoor netting in hot weather and supervised poison application over long distances to ensure safety.
Melbourne May 11 aviation department reports Swiss pilot prepared to fly from Kupany to Darwin tomorrow as part of a long distance air voyage.
Carl Nive arrived safely at 15 00 hours amid headwinds and stated plans to enter the Centenary Air Reef race or event today. The report notes his determined arrival and future intent.
The Western Australia Murchison district reports April production figures. Mr. Magnet, aged 37, shows 40.5 units as part of the mining output, with officials noting total progress toward a 32010 target.
An old newspaper advert promotes Pink Pills for Nervousness in children. It claims the pills calm twitching limbs and restore strength, citing relief after six weeks. The pitch stresses blood-building elements and urges purchase by mail or at local stores.
Adelaide May 12 Mr. Hill the Agent General cabled 21077 from London for an exchange on his money transfer to the Treasury. The government will compensate him for any loss or delay while awaiting the London transfer.
The ad touts Woods Peppermint Cure as a universal remedy for coughs and colds. It promises quick relief and claims to soothe irritated throats and clear congestion. The market pitch targets general health benefits with reassuring, high confidence language.
A fragmented poetic piece describes a shadow beneath a great tree with aged imagery and a sense of feast and fading sunset. It mentions wine, comfort, and a cool breeze, ending with surreal, melodic lines about woods and peppermint. The text resembles a decorative poetic vignette.
Perth reports Norman Brawley Craven aged 43, proprietor of Craven's Pharmacy, was charged yesterday alongside Henry Edward O'Brien and Evelyn O'Brien. They face trial on one count of an alleged illegal operation involving a young woman in Perth Redcliffe between March and May last year.
April traffic figures show police issued licenses and fines across categories as visitors from suburban areas swelled crowds over the holidays. Inspector Thowms notes fewer breaches in the Haewl Cant while enforcement remained vigilant during the weekend surge.
The report records the Ger t Association season wrap with remarks by secretary Mr J Grovester. It lists outstanding performances from four clubs, plus batting and bowling averages, noting the season’s finale and the interval of speeches.
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