Moon Phases Calendar Notes for August
A brief outline lists lunar phases for August with the first quarter on the 7th full moon on the 12th and last quarter on the 20th plus a reference to the moon’s current phase on the 2nd.
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Newspaper
Geraldton Guardian
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Aug 15, 1916
Page
2
A brief outline lists lunar phases for August with the first quarter on the 7th full moon on the 12th and last quarter on the 20th plus a reference to the moon’s current phase on the 2nd.
The Geraldton Municipal Council announces success in a dispute over rating railway owned houses. After advisement from the Crown Law Department, a payment was made to the court while the council plans further levies on other railway houses except a few occupied by railway employees. The decision centers on which railway properties should bear municipal rates and anticipates broader application beyond Geraldton.
Discussion notes railways and rate exemptions for railway employees, noting municipal services and rate impacts. Local items report death of E A Killey of Northampton, stock sale plans at Mingenew, and a pond survey with doves introduction and school inspector presentation to Mr Hughes.
The War Council in Perth seeks donations to the Australian Soldiers' Repatriation Fund, with funds to be received at Barrack Street offices or via banks. The Commonwealth and State Governments have pledged support, and volunteers are urged to respond to the urgent need for aid for returning soldiers and dependants.
A garbled recap mentions players and hints at a capitan or captain role in a Geraldton gathering. Names like Jewell Trigg Howe Smyth and Chapman appear amid corrupted lines, with scattered references to heats and distances. The text remains unclear on outcomes or specific scores.
Abbott among travelers with the Fremantle company on a short visit to Gerritton. Return to Perth planned for the 4th week. Councillor Carscon and MLC Mr Cunningham report on Farmers and Settlers Association conference. Ledsham and colleagues praise ministerial reception and discuss land settlement aids.
The Victoria District Turf Club met on Satur nwealth year amid war strain and a debt of £6988 to sundry creditors. The committee abandoned the annual cup meeting but held three picnic meetings thanking starter Dave Miller and handicappers Mears Saddy and F Hamen. Committee changes, course needs, and calls for better facilities were discussed as the club began another year with improved finances and hopes for postwar recovery.
Special WAR SALE of WINTER DRAPERY at OS WELL'S announces a rush for fabrics clothing and boots. Miss Terry arrives from Perth to lead millinery and dressmaking with new styles. Troy oversees dressmaking as shop boosts staff and phone line 31. OSWELL'S Winter Sale promotes exclusive fashion offerings for ladies.
A Geraldton couple’s daughter Winifred wed Roy Markland of the Bank of New Zealand at a Te Kowhai church in New Zealand on July 10. Family relatives from Australia and New Zealand attended the ceremony and a quiet reception followed at Mr Hall’s residence beside the Waiga River. The couple planned to reside near Taumaranui before Mr Markland enters camp, with gifts from both sides including a watch and gold pieces.
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