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Newspaper
Geraldton Guardian
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Aug 17, 1916
Page
2
An entry records moon phases for August with references to the first quarter on August 7 the full moon on August 1 the fall moon on August 1 the last quarter on August 20 and a haw moon on August 2, noting timing and sequence of lunar events.
The article discusses the Premier mwhr and administration in Turvall with focus on alleged financial mismanagement and alleged consequences of a failed budget. It notes the transition from Wise Government to the Semkdve Government, the deficit of £19,000, and later £1,000,000 amid drought and war, implying systemic financial issues and political instability.
The article reviews deficits and debts tied to the Labour government, criticizing spending and outlining proposed reforms. It cites Mr Wilson’s positions on funding, pipe contracts, patent rights, and various public works. The piece argues for swift action on transportation, timber, water supply, and electoral reforms to support primary industries and national prosperity.
An assembly reminder notes a Sunday west session at the Institute Assembly Mall at 10 am with DF Hemsted to examine the class and members. A later interdict at 245 prompts an orderly attendance. A separate report references a death by actions of an individual named Chivies Fey and several others linked to a prior incident.
Geraldton prepares to stage Gilbert and Sullivan’s Pinafore with Mr Chas Lupp arranging rights and principals within weeks. Carmen film shown soon, Red Cross funds tallied, and a missing man case linked to a boating tragedy under investigation.
The Geraldton Golf Club held a qualifying round with 22 players. Top scores included B. Prejurtka 72 and J. D. Edwards 88, with others such as G. Clapasana4 A. W. Banks and W V. Sewell advancing to the second round. Teams for the Presidents Cup match on Saturday were announced, featuring Be Treguiiha against J. De lacards and several captain pairings across the field.
A blurred fragmentary text references Claudie Maudie May Bune Pie Weak Mewks and red eyes. Mentions UFO, papyr Vu and earings hor i rey with garbled phrases about a Ting boar and Ou. Content is incoherent and names are uncertain.
Special war sale of winter drapery at Oswell's announces Miss Terry arriving from Peak to oversee millinery work and assure satisfaction in exclusive styles. Dressmaking room expanded. phone 41. Oswell's winter sale. Box 57.
The Mullewa Roads Board held a Saturday meeting at Town Hall with members Keet O Ken Lake Stokes and Warren present. They discussed surveying Ardingly road clearance, duties for the Dairy Expert Mr Connor, school playground grant, Aboriginal education, cemetery access, water works, and various road works and tenders including Mudewa Wandanooka and Ardingly areas.
A fragmentary London era item lists wounded soldiers including Pte W Cann of Perth and Pte St Ww Blakes, with notes on Lan c-Sergeant ik of Curemont and DA Smith of Geraigam. It mentions a letter from Ist vical Base France dated July 1 describing two weeks’ field duties west of Life and internal troubles, and a sergeant’s letters from France. Also notes Mrs Ada Cream of Greenough Road awaiting news of her son Priv Hewat C wounded, while Priv Cresm remains in London awaiting wages and team details.
The notes describe a Saturday gathering presided by Mr Ro A Wi Timing with correspondence from a family member. Mr E Constantine’s visit is noted, along with arrangements for a ceremony. The discussion covers inviting members and friends, a memorial, and women’s committee duties, with names listed among attendees.
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