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Newspaper
Geraldton Guardian
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Apr 13, 1922
Page
2
The community schedules a Good Friday divine service at 11 am officiated by Mr Burgers with remarks on the atonement, followed by a train to Wengen Hills. A reception at Town Hall is planned for Saturday, with shop window demonstrations and a weather forecast calling for fine conditions.
A fragmentary notice describes the King's Theatre screening attractive drapes and performances for Easter week. The text is damaged and lists prices around 15 pounds, with references to black and white performers and a screened display.
Fragmentary text mentions a trader and Butter Factory, with a decision that the clock should investigate the matter. References to terms, a 79 weight, and a possible Reese fence appear as readable fragments. No clear event or names can be confirmed from the source.
The Licensing Committee resumed hearings with Mr E L Mann MLA and George A Thomson of the Licensed Victuallers Association and Globe Brewery. They argued taxation, hours, and negligible illicit trade while noting rising club dues, higher beer costs, and preferences for refreshment rooms and a licensing board. Local brewers claimed strong regional beer and argued rents and prices in Geraldton compared with Perth.
A cluttered sale notice outlines autumn stock replenishment from a local shop. Items include khaki trousers 2/6, calico yardage and flannelette fabrics, towels and sheetings, ladies wear such as knickers and camisoles, aprons, and various household textiles. The ad highlights bargains and a department for ladies.
A partial transcript shows a judge or witness discussing hotel rent bids and a rival firm, with remarks on the usefulness of barmaids and fairness of questions. The dialogue includes Mr O Loghlin and Mr Wilhem with comments about bidding and duties.
Cable from Dalgety London reports Bawra wool sales with New Zealand wool at 98 percent sold and strong competition. Compared with Marek sale closing rates greasy wool and greasy merino parts were about 5 to 10 percent higher. The message ends with an unrelated line about drinking Swan Beer at a hotel.
Easter event at Ibaldt on Tennis Club showcases Handicap doubles and mixed doubles with players Millard Box Jouner Ramshaw Stokes Sherlock Evansen, M. Davis, Wallace, Greville, Warrener Jenner and others. Draws posted. play begins Saturday morning. members urged to arrive early for proper seeding and schedule.
At a municipal meeting Dr Williams and the Harbour Committee discussed whether to proceed with a purchase. The Town Clerk urged definite action but few firm steps were announced. The council debated delaying government involvement while some members urged resuming work on the harbour.
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