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Newspaper
Geraldton Guardian
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Aug 14, 1919
Page
2
A fragmented Geraldton page reports Saturday market stalls with mixed vegetables and prices, local officials debating coal supply for the gas works, and council notices. It notes a court case on March with a jury deadlock, church services, a film ad, and weather changes signaling possible trouble by week’s end.
Geraldton residents gathered today to honor Mr Frank Aoe, a widely known figure in the community. The event highlighted his long service and ties to several local groups.
Geraldton Municipal Council meeting presided by Mayor Frank Green debated use of waste heat for steam at the electric plant and the proposed hire terms for the Town Hall and King’s Hall. Letters from Mr Charles Lapp asked reduced rates for August to September and a shift to power rates. figures on hall charges were challenged. a compromise proposal offered to rent the hall for two weeks with partial charges for extra nights.
An Anglo Guild event featured a euchre party and dance with prize winners listed for several categories. Waiters included Mrsiverlock and Mr Logan, as the organization vows to adhere to original features and cown bo clas traditions.
Circulating reports cast doubt on Buller River Water Works progress. Residents urge the Government to disclose plans and potential condemnation of the scheme while seeking an emergency water supply for Geraldine. Engineer Mr Bregenzer reportedly conducts investigations near Narra Tarra.
From Our Own Correspondent reports a meeting to finalize finances for Pest tableau and a June to June balance sheet totaling £34 8s 24d. The fund and bank promises stood at about £351 10s. A grand euchre and dance is planned for August. A skating carnival at Parkerside Homes drew crowds with teams such as Red Cross, Five Oclock Tea and The Darktown Fire Brigade competing for prizes.
A Tuesday opening of the Soldiers Institute temporary premises drew a vast crowd as the committee hosted guests and unveiled refurbished rooms for meetings and social gatherings. Funds are being raised to complete furnishings, aiming for memorial costs around £6000 to honor the fallen, with £300-£400 in hand and assets about £750.
A historical item notes actions surrounding ships and extremist factions, citing Victorian era figures and maritime concerns. Officials discuss measures affecting seafaring vessels, with emphasis on safety, control, and potential confrontations tied to regional power dynamics.
An Australian city scene reports a mass meeting in Sydney with delegates from federated groups discussing terms to be offered to executives of the federation government. The account notes the date August 20 and outlines the formal process under consideration.
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