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Newspaper
Geraldton Guardian
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Aug 09, 1924
Page
3
The document outlines a petition from Amy Ston Tures of Lowlun August 8 seeking reprieve for Ammet Jones of Hyflevt. It notes 20,000 signatures and calls for action by the Mua of Cooimoms.
The Davis Cup action opens with Australia defeating Mexico as Gurakd Vartersom (Australia) beats Mounrt Miani (Mexico) 6 2 in singles. Canada trails after Wright loses 7 5 while Alitain over Crocker 48 75 04 64 in another match.
Unclear OCR text reports arrest of suspects Musiew Wily Ampuat and others in Vochla City. It cites Mrs Mexafin Evans, widow of the former Bank of Londen president, shot near Tesmuluewn in the State of Puehin. mentions identification of the killer and highwaymen.
In Weilington on August 4, Leiba Reichel aged 8 was attacked near her home by a man who seized her and inflicted a wound on her right thigh. The child’s screams drew help, and investigators noted bleeding from a leg wound. Authorities are examining the neighboring area for clues.
Reports from Dr. Crok and Dr. Conk describe several suspected leprosy cases between Heagle Bay and Wyman. Exposition in Milan sees officials coordinating health measures as Broome authorities warn of a rising outbreak.
The Australian apple season closed with prices slightly below ruling, while heavy Continental stone fruit supplies hint at a longer season. Imports from Australia and New Zealand bring profit, but importers complain about quality of Australian currants and prices for Adelaide parcels.
Telegrams report the Theodore Ministry gaining a victory after a prolonged quarrel with industrial groups. A Querrmian Central Inventive of the ADP hinted at changes to back a firm wage policy and party unity. A meeting in Brisbane and later in Hockhampton discussed mobilizing the Later Party to support government actions against factional elements.
Melbourne reports a likely break up of the Federal Ministry after a modified meeting agreement. The anticipated dissolution follows a period of political realignment with ongoing government reorganization and cabinet changes expected to take place soon.
A major blaze gutted the flour mill of Memora W. C. Harrison and Co. in Port Adelaide during the early hours. Fire brigades from Port Adelaide and nearby districts responded but could not save the mill or its grain binning. No injuries are reported.
A striking program for Town Hall tomorrow night features the Guy Band with new and popular acts led by the band. Local artists will present items including a violin solo by Mr A Larais.
An investigation notes prewar period health concerns with germs and tainted resources. The report highlights laid paper as a source of bacterial contamination and discusses postwar conditions affecting cleanliness and safety.
Helena Val meeting results with details on high wall ambu c ade six furlongs trial stakes worthy man. It lists horses and betting notes, mentions goldfields racing carnival. A note about morning updates from Lockies and an address in Victoria Park W A.
In a competitive Victoria event ARKARINGS at Two mikey one furlong, Three Kings edges Viestra to win the runoff. Bets favored Vinstra and Three Kings, with wagers around 2 to 1 and 4 to 1 respectively.
Readable fragments indicate a football match at a carnival involving South Australia with a high scoring tally of goals and behinds. The text includes garbled mentions of players or teams and a focus on record scoring across the event.
Vague OCR reads a scoreline between Dovers and Brigades with quarters and goals listed but text is garbled. Mentions rovers and brigades, final quarter scores unclear, with place names and team labels not restored.
The Ackerstrom relief fund records show an opening contribution for the widow and family of Mr. John Ackerstrom, though the exact amount and timing appear unclear in the fragment. Local officials note continued soliciting and support efforts.
The conference chaired by Mr A As 1 Kempton discussed future meetings and a shift to afternoon sessions. Secretary Mr Glendinning received honors for his work while delegates praised the mining and harbor works, with support for road funding and a note on subscriptions and attendance.
Coroner's inquest details the slaughter of My and Mma at Galzna. Tributes pour in from C. James of Northampton and others. Interment within Anglican cemetery follows a mortuary service led by Mr. C. James.
A Melbourne style report discusses artesian water prospects in Australia with notes on Western Australia and the Nullabor margins. It covers government inquiries, field surveys by Mr. Gibb Meitland, and regional potential for sheep water and future development.
Ines market shows slightly easier tone with oats and other grains trading amid mixed demand. Weevil and curry offerings were scarce as buyers appeared, while overall quality ranged from good to inferior with prices between 0 10p and 48 Ae.
Sale item list with chaotic OCR notes includes sweaters trousers overcoats dress tweeds and towels. Prices show old style formats and many garbled terms but emphasize winter apparel and household textiles.
Fragmented court and auction notices interweave with mentions of dressmaking services and local societies. The garbled text references Geraldton, five to seven year records, a public auction near Grant Street, and various financial figures, courts, and memberships, all in a dated colonial Australian context.
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