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Newspaper
Geraldton Guardian
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Aug 21, 1923
Page
2
Local item reports the annual general meeting of Upper Chapman ratepayers set for August 2 at 2 pm. The notice lists attendees and references to related public events and entertainment in Geraldton, with notices of film screenings, concerts, and agricultural tours for the district audience.
The State Governor Mir Waliee Davistson opening the Shires Conference in Sydney referenced Highlanders drinks and a whisky brewed specially for the event. Mentions HGenemt Wale Ang vaialie Walter as part of the shadowed beverage anecdote, with officials noting the unusual beverage as part of proceedings.
Perth report details opening day events at the Country Week Oval with Collie overpowering Geraldton by five goals 31 to 0 amid rail squalls and a curt spoiled match. Moora and Eastern Districts tied 7.10 to 7.10 in Perth, Forresta beat Woollie by nine points, and West Perth led late in the day.
Officials discuss extending the infestation area to curb the carnation weed. Mr Sutton and Dr Baston explain containment limits while proposing Kikuyu grass barriers and field tests with the department to stop drift and protect roads and property. The minister’s stance hinges on council action and funding.
Large Geraldton congregation attends Thanksgiving Service at Christ Church linked to the Perth Spiritual Healing Mission led by Mr. Hickson. Archbishop's directives urge ongoing intercession, prayer circles, and home visits to extend the blessing, with believers urged to sustain faith in the mission's power.
A Bunbury writer tells of a mission in Geraktton where cures occurred. The blind regained sight, a lame person walked, and the deaf heard. A witness reports his own hand healing and personal spiritual uplift. Several others regained sight after years of blindness, sharing gratitude as communities learned of the events.
A notable bowler, aged about several years, retires amid uncertainty about further play. The article mentions collaborations with Fr. Foster and comments on past tours to Australia with an English eleven, including a signing from Saltyiee Lancashire Taragne. It is unlikely Barnes will play again.
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