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Newspaper
Geraldton Guardian
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Aug 10, 1915
Page
2
The Ouban Steamship Company limited issued an directive sending the vessel from Fremantle to North West Ports and Singapore.
Fragmentary OCR text references NZ laden goods priced at 1 10s and the Excaltens Pacenger Cabine with a voyage date August 12th. It notes AMlimieros departing Geraldive for Nor West and Mingapore around August, and Gorgon sailing Fremantle to Ger aidros Mor Went with ports Java and more.
A local retailer markets its fashion line claiming that clothing choice reflects personality. The campaign highlights a range of tees paired with outfits to showcase style while emphasizing value and style consistency for customers.
Elite Supply Co details a loan for war pumps payable in inscribed stock or treasury bonds at subscriber option. The issue relates to Commonwealth revenue changes, stamp duty, and income tax. par payment accepted, with twelve and a half years interest. Forms obtainable from Commonwealth Bank of Australia.
A fragmented 19th century style text describes German energy and strategic planning, noting top leadership from Crown Prince downward and implying a looming showdown. It references Russian communications, German public sentiment, and anticipated Allied responses, with mentions of pay, policy, and military mobilization while forecasting ongoing pressure and eventual decisive action.
In loving memory of Bertha Allen who died August 101k her mother is missed and cherished by family and friends.
Fragmentary diary like lines describe European war events with mentions of Germans Russians and Austrians. The text shows troop movements artillery and strategic debates about forcing decisive actions and potential outcomes in a mid war context. The readable parts reference August 10 1915 and a scene of expected rain affecting plans.
Local notes outline football fixtures for the near future and a detailed report on rifle club activities. The piece mentions a match against Bristol and a patriotic event at Skew Hall with discussions of shooting practices and equipment at Woolwich.
In a chaotic late evening event at the local venue, Go's Cin-Ta howe mid Cann secures the club championship amid confusion and weather. President T Moustaka announces a yearlong plan while the community debates the outcome, with residents urged to stay alert for road clearing and safety efforts.
On West Australia Day the Geraldon effort for West Australia Bay neared completion Saturday night amid staged rounds and crowding. Workers and the public celebrated the progress, with measures and sales totaling over 10 million and plans to ship funds from Geraldton in May. A few articles and pledges of clubs were left unsold, while delays in returns held up some distributions.
A fragmented report notes ongoing funding gaps with £104 1410 claimed and more to come including Cad 84. The unnamed entities and totals indicate delays and unsettled accounts, while projected receipts 7B remain outstanding to cover commitments.
A letter of thanks lists numerous city figures and groups who aided a recent procession. The note, signed by the procession committee led by Gerakitom W. Day, acknowledges broad public support including mayors councillors teachers students clubs churches and local businesses.
Geraldton heard the Grant secretary of the Order of Dewds made an official visit last Thursday. He praised the lodge’s years and urged reforms under the Companion Act to benefit members and protect veterans while noting financial and organizational challenges in the year.
Commonwealth War Loan progresses with broad public appeal in Australia. The note describes free cost applications, interest payments, and large numbers of applicants, highlighting the program as a practical opportunity for many citizens to support the Commonwealth effort.
The notice touts a large array of clothing and gear for giveaway or bargain, detailing coats, sweaters, shirts, hats, blankets, and children's wear. Included are references to market prices, sizes, and a long list of seemingly scrambled items and brands, reflecting a chaotic wartime surplus sale notice.
Correspondence describes hay crops and weather near Mullows, noting crops and stock, with estimated yield around three tons of hay per acre. Wheat reports vary, general condition cited as good to fair, pending rain to improve pastures and livestock feed.
Fragmented report outlines a meeting with labor movement questions about convener status farmer involvement and aims to organize workers of Gerthiton. It notes concerns over leadership, local mobilization, and the role of government and capital, referencing Weston and Menpvarment in a troubled context.
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