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Newspaper
Geraldton Guardian
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Aug 21, 1917
Page
1
A compact record from Apprancent detailing the 1917 Western Australian Post Office Directory. The item notes directory listings, postal offices, and associated service details across towns and regions. It highlights organizational structure and naming conventions used in the era for postal operations.
From Onur City Representative Perth August 15 reporters discuss the Premier’s silent policy speech date and critics’ claims of no policy. The piece notes government steps, potential remedies, and a Fremantle wharf dispute affecting exports amid liquor imports and prohibition anxieties.
A cautious note on publishing a forecast phrase and delaying formal duty until summer when the period prompts a substitution from "slowly" to "generally fine." The idea relies on seasonal language shifts and timing.
Vine weather brings sun after rain yet floods leave roads washed out four to five feet near Narra Tarra. Elections near with three candidates for Greenough seat. roads and bridges pledge stands crucial. Tragic note on loss of Mr W Meginais, a district native, deep sympathy for his family as his brother Mick is missing.
From Our Own Correspondent details the Greenough River flood during the week ending the 12th. The river peaked level with bridge girders at Walkaway flooding land in South Greenough Central Greenough and North Greenough. Families moved quarters, neighbors offered shelter, and rural roads suffered damage while crops and feed thrive. A district delegation plans travel to Geraldton on the 24th.
In a Perth Police Court hearing two consumption related cases were dealt with. Defendants were charged with failing to notify changes of address as required by health authorities. The bench convicted both defendants and fined £2 with costs in each case.
Fielding report notes improving weather allowing washaway repairs and rail timetables to resume. 2000 extra sheep entered markets at Midland Junction reducing prices. lambs fall, fanciers drop, with ample supply expected weekly. Government plans to buy fat cattle next year from Wyndham and Derby districts to secure shipping space, while Croydon and Roe to g island stations near Shark's Bay are referenced. Ensilage encouraged as fodder goes to waste. cattle dips at Copleys Siding to condition cattle for sale.
Prominent residents nominate Ugly Men for a Trench Comforts Fund event at Northampton. Votes raise concern about temptations, with the show closing August 30 after the State School picnic at Uga and a King's Hall dance, proceeds to the Victoria League. A football match at Northampton ended 11-8, amid poor winter roads causing travel hazards and fatalities on the Bowes to Maraling road.
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