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Newspaper
Geraldton Guardian
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Aug 16, 1924
Page
3
Fragmentary report from Berlin dated August 16 notes the German Cabinet planned a session to decide the Ruble question. No clear outcome reported, only mention of ongoing deliberations and the international context surrounding port calls and supply routes.
A mixed program of cultural events is listed including a twin sight at King Theatre for the Ackerstrom Howitt Appeal, a Black and White Carnival by the Anglican Church at Town Hall, and a Thurday rural sale. Also featured are a Fatale Dice dance, a Virginia Prince of Wales attraction, a Winter story stage, and notable performers such as Kenneth Marian Victor Pat Maller and Lester Cuneo. The piece notes film and photo opportunities with local figures and past twenty years of works.
In Perth on August 15, members of the Conweil lending committee were arrested on charges related to bribery and token payments. Authorities allege improper conduct within the Ballot Society of Conweil.
The report states Dr Wade han confirmed that two women were taken captive from the wreck of the Douglas Mawsey. A man described as the boy who guided the party had been at sea during the incident. Survivors, including women and a youth, arrived ashore in a small vessel.
The Melbourne report notes Assembly friction over Western Australia farmers group debating the endorsed candidate. Dr Earle Page’s views appear to shape the discourse as the party reassures its commitment to the agreement. Page plans a Perth visit after Parliament adjourns.
The Pelorel Executive of the Australian Union continued its inquiry into the affairs of New South Wales Beusch today. Warrants were issued for the arrest of union officers at the state secretary Buckley’s premises. C J Connors and Ewan were among those arrested as Buckley alleged a conspiracy to beat and arrest NSW branch members. The inquiry referenced a Federal secretary and legal authorities, with details about prosecutions and possible motions. A special railway concern was noted, alongside outreach on educational and pamphlet distribution through the Australian Union network.
The report lists race results and betting odds from Melbourne and Victoria events, including horses like MELMOST PARE PLATS and OVER THERE, with winners and odds in a racecard style. It also notes Australian football results across states with final scores and quarter breakdowns from the Blue and White, Red and Black teams.
Hagot Shekes and Lewis LTD reports rapid progress over four years with branches and agencies across Western Australia and New South Wales. The Barrack Street and Perth operations merge with Goldaborough Mort LTD, keeping policy and staff intact under Hagot Stakes and Lewis. Eaton now manages the Perth branch, having served the company since years, and local reps Bogle Bros Geraldton are named alongside the group’s business notices in today's edition.
An interview outlines a Geraldton traveler’s North Kimberley trek from May, detailing vast distances of 4000 to 5000 miles, drought ravaged regions, declining cattle and meat works, and isolation. The piece notes water shortages, damaged yields, and prospects for mining, agriculture, and industry across Broome, Marble Bar, Nullagine, and the broader Kimberley and Northern Territory frontier.
In a report by Mines Inspector W M Deble the Havilah workings are unwatered and the No 2 Level at ADE has been driven 50 ft more, averaging 6 ft wide, yielding 190 tons of ore with 150 tons treated for over 18 oz of gold per ton. A second lot of 45 tons milled should yield about 18 oz per ton. At Oroya East, specimens from the winze below the propositions show promising stone and a lode north of the west showing fractures, with surface and subsurface indications suggesting richer near-surface ore.
A brief match note recalls the Rangers and Thistle teams of Queen's Park in a Regent era trot. The report highlights a follow up or recollection of a previous encounter, noting the teams and period context without graphic detail.
Readable fragments describe Sunday services at Westey Church Presbyterians and Anglican services. Mentioned are Mr St Wallbe conducting, Rev Fe Hywll speaking on two great commandments, anthem Earth Rejoice, Bluff Point films, J Johnston Central Greenough Georgina, Rev R Faull, St Johns Sunday School, Ladies’ till, Thursday meeting, Chevnt Church Holy Communion Evensong and Archilon Lanes sermon. Monthly church business meetings noted with anticipated full attendance.
Mr ML T Padbury attends Prinses Prunhbert Association matters while A J Monger assists. Narngulu Station Master Mr Unrr is seen at Wowraoloe Suniloriain Inn. Friends of Mrs Jackaan note progress under Sepmt noon medical exam. BE Beandbent linked to Erich Games cycling. cousin of Mr Canthe in Fitzgerald Street. Richard J. Vebto Tathway Station Master at Meckniharrs visits Omere Hospital after a meck's sojourn. Funeral for the late Mr Yobinn held at Knerakalla Cemetery with Rev H Vine and E W Keatehamt among attendees.
A well attended season opener at Seraitnom Courtn featured Mr G A Kaatangh and Mrs Exatangh presiding. They welcomed visitors to the court and praised the opening by the prudent of the elu. The event, organized by Mes anancs Eastruehs Caer sa Hexion runt, was appreciated by players and guests.
The senior Fire Brigade team mut on the Recreation round after anom, when The match result jan win for the Railway. The score First quarter, Railways. 1 goal the Berunles 3 yedate, Socom quarter, Bailw 2 goals Shehindes Brigades, 5 points, Third quarter, Rail ways, 2 goile & behinds, Brigades, 8 pratt: Pinel, Railways, gute, 8 Bina, Brigades, 10 peints. a6 EACHL-Unity, Joffre, and Camel sait-lens Georgiea See.
Geraldtown Guardian announces its Christmas number to be published in November promising a wider circulation and distribution of twice the prize money to literary contributors and photographers. The issue will feature new fraternities and descriptive art, with public bodies described in detail.
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