August 10 1935 sports and society note
Tuesday edition dated August 10 1935 reports local society events and brief notices. It highlights community happenings, weather hints, and small items of interest from residents and organizations in the area.
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Newspaper
Geraldton Guardian
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Aug 10, 1926
Page
2
Tuesday edition dated August 10 1935 reports local society events and brief notices. It highlights community happenings, weather hints, and small items of interest from residents and organizations in the area.
Local readers in the Irwin district are urged to contact Mr. Duiver at Mingearw for regular copy deliveries after Guardian Mingearw Agency sale to W. and Oliver. Weather outlook shows fresh northwest winds, heavy seas along the southwest coast, with trains and mail service disrupted by storms. Infrastructure updates include Kojerenn North and Hasth Bost projects in progress, with tenders called and work expected to start soon. The Midland district reports a 1925 winter mine output, while the Geraldton mail flight faces delays due to Perth weather, pushing mail by train if needed. Licensing notices advise publican license applications due by September 7, 1926. Federation conference looms with 73 motions, including regional marriage reform concerns. Manchester Unity Oddfellows lodge reports new members and honors, with plans for charity drives and hospital support.
Cabaret entertainment planned for Town Hall next Tuesday promises a popular evening. Admission is 1 shilling to floor or gallery, dances 3 pence, and other cabaret costs at usual prices. Salvation Army Captain Hond travels by bicycle to coordinate a boys’ tour of Mishands district with gymnastic events at multiple centers. he is tired from cycling through mud.
Mrs. W. F. Jupp of Sebewab is reported to be recovering well after a serious operation at Victoria Hospital on Friday. Messrs Wilkin can and J Cummins of Mesure Dalgety and Co are visiting Geraldton branches, with changes in local stock and periodic visits noted. Alf Harris ends hotel business in Katanning as Mr Hertis voices conviction on Victoria district prospects.
Football match report notes Geraldton versus Upper Chapman with a focus on charity. The Chapeuin Association and the Caldeneen Hospital Appeal feature in the event, highlighting selected players in the lineup.
Miss Gertrude Ederle, age 18, began a Channel swim from Cape Gris Nez in poor morning conditions. After six hours she reached ten miles off the Premi coast, aided by a flood tide and a favorable current. By 7 20 pm she neared Dover two miles from the lightship, finishing at Kingsdown at 9 29 pm, setting a new best time for the channel.
The Weather Burren notes heavy southwest rainfall and storms but finds crops in the wheat belt generally promising. Despite some floor and gale damage in limited areas, overall harvest potential remains high with increased sown areas and expanding crop growth. Pastures and stock are in good condition, though some regions face excessive moisture and winter rain delays.
Readable fragments describe stock reductions on ladies dresses wool coats and mens wear. Mentioned items include winter merchandise, ladies mer y Berge dresses, galore gabardine coats, and assorted patterns at reduced prices with specific yard and price details. Names and places not fully clear.
Post mortem findings in Perth report say lungs and organs not showing drowning clues while skull fracture noted. Body found near Heliops naval base after Fremantle sailing, with clothes missing. possible overboard fall amid rough seas. Conforti, Italian worker, arrived from Geraldton, traveled with companion to ship just before sailing.
The return match with Northampton will be played on September 26. Players are asked to confirm availability with the secretary. The Medal Round for September will be on the second Saturday or the next suitable date. Members should observe the rules, keep to the sixth hole edge, and avoid congestion by leaving before 2:30.
Grigtth's client Dumarty and a string of features play at the King's. Sally of the Sawdust stars Caroli Dempater and W. C. Fichix with a sensational screen presence. Valentino's A Painted Devil screens Thursday. Eve's Lovers plays Sunday, Buffalo Bill rides to the Queen's, and Buck Jones stars in Desert Pride Monday.
Perth boxing scene reports growing interest as promoters bid for bigger purses after a Fremantle show. Champions Bresland and Lewis defend belts amid lively bouts. Crowned lightweights and a planned Unity Stadium clash shape state title race and future attractors. Rowing news notes Swan and Wests regatta twists with veteran George Rodgers steering fast, sharp strokes.
The Empire Marketing Boards reserve ten thousand square feet at the British Industries Fair in February for Empire products. The Department of Overseas Trade coordinates the exhibits and is engaging with High Commissioners and London representatives of Dominions and Colonies.
A fragmented review highlights Valentino at peak glamour with whirlwind romance in classics like Blood and Gand, Momsieur Beaucaire, and Horsemen, noting his enduring screen persona and stage craft amid a crowded career.
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