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Newspaper
Geraldton Guardian
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Aug 05, 1919
Page
1
Calculations for Geraldton's latitude and longitude prepared from data supplied by Acting Government Astronomer M B Curlewis. The figures reflect careful astronomical measurements and are intended for navigation and mapping uses. Historical context notes the collaboration between the survey team and the government observatory.
A general meeting of this Amotiaatan was held at the Soldiers Institute on Sunday. Members discussed a range of topics and the council staff was present for the proceedings.
A staged comic opera in Newark features a mayor amid an impersonator mob. The mayor, seeking reelection, rushes to the police station with a parade of uniformed figures, is warned by the Public Safety Commissioner, faces arrest for false imprisonment, and is later shown as elected by a 72 majority after a chaotic courtroom farce.
A correspondent references the Albany Town Clerk’s report detailing receipts and expenditures. The text notes the largest annual receipts, low salaries, and a focus on clerical work, with mention of a two thirds share and a year’s accounting.
An odd fragment hints at Davy Jones watching a ship win a race or voyage. The garbled text suggests a triumphant moment aboard a vessel with a looker steering and beaming about victory. The source remains unclear on names, places, or exact events.
The Australian recount identifies several Australians associated with the AES during its sinking. Five lieutenants and sailors are noted, including Jervis Bay crew, with mentions of gun crews and speed readings. The fragmentary text preserves names and roles but is incomplete.
fragments describe an emergency blood serum program with volunteers pledged as donors. text mentions preserving blood serum in smooth surfaced vessels, prepared for immediate use in case of fire or siege. references a person named Greg Popparmist and a hospital setting.
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