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Newspaper

Geraldton Guardian

Location

Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia

Date

Aug 24, 1922

Page

2

Geraldton Local News Highlights At Police Court And Council

The Geraldton area reports a man named James Hichard Ken nee Toxmanine charged with a crime near Mul ie wa and Gert son on August 14. He pled guilty and received a sentence of eighteen months. Municipal Council discussions covered Tariff Board funds for roads and Soldier settlements, visiting Tar Board arrangements, and amalgamation talk between Tennis and Bowling clubs. Health notes include births deaths and a whooping cough epidemic update. A police raid on a gaming house led to multiple arrests including white men and Chinamen. The town prepared for sports events, tennis court estimates, and a possible combined club facility plan. Funeral floral tributes were listed for a local resident.

Municipal Counseil G. J. Boley Mila Yar Geraldton WEA Mayer Iy. Christic Hull Fark Tesmis Lima Tera Cheri Quern Marky Wren Glensinving Williams Etabe Gr. Hall Fitzgershl Street Tocmlay Ab Tip Common Gaming House Willian Arthur Doyle Charles William Doric AM Uhee AL Wah G. Washey

Municipal Council debates weed control and funding limits

The Municipal Council discussed a Department of Agriculture request to supervise weed removal work and approved an 84 pound weekly payment to an employed foreman, with a 50 pound allocated budget. Members questioned feasibility, enforcement, and whether the funds cover the noxious weed issue, noting potential spread to rural areas and Eastern States practices. The council instructed the department letter be acknowledged and deemed the grant inadequate.

Department of Agriculture Aod Mir Forrester Baker Perth Baath Auatralis Aeganh Dal Athe Hall Clarke Cnuse Australia

Commuter section yields strange town talk and policy notes

A fragmented report covers a theatrical listing for Nesey Preeton and the novel adaptation, plus the mayoral and council matters. It notes labour concerns, a request to local media to attend a conference, and the handling of a disputed letter from the ALP. Also mentioned are the Adetralion Paper Mills plant closure and local economic implications.

Geraldton Wedding Ward Taylor at St John’s Church

A wedding at St John’s Presbyterian Geraldton united Miss Mion See Mage Tas 4 Fouingent daughter of Mr. %y or ittvire with Mr. J. Taylor of Uue Pintal Depart ment. The bride wore white with a court train carried by her niece Jean Morris as bridesmaid Miss Jasct Taylor in pale blue silk assisted. Large attendance and a reception followed with toasts to the couple.

St. ‘John's Vreebyterian Church Herman Dlen Mage Fouingent Geraldton E. F. Cameron Winiuter Inlow Act Jean Morris Daluly Mies Jasct Taylore Rride Baye Archtage

Mise Lavrreners marin returns to duty after holiday

A maritime worker from the West South district resumed duties Tuesday morning after an extended holiday in the southwest region. The crew member, whose name appears in local records as Mise Lavrreners, was believed to have taken leave to attend personal matters.

Mise Lavrreners Marin Vrakit Boon Houth West Bile

Appearance of Locusts New Plague for WA

The article discusses a locust outbreak in Washington with advice from entomologist Mr Nowlin on preventing and eradicating hoppers. It covers prewinged and winged stages, poison bait formulations, timing of application, and district visits to locate hopper sources for control efforts.

Sutton Mr. Nowwin Fred Paris

Collie Triumphs Over Geraldton in Perth Week Battle

In Perth County Week report, Collie defeats Geraldton 2 1 with Glendinning superb and Weston supporting. Geraldton pressed early with Gibson breaking through but failed near goal. Collie midfield defense held firm as forward weakness limited Geraldton. Attendance noted, with upcoming junior union match and local club attractions planned for Saturday.

Perth Amtel Collie Geraldian Geraldton Glendinning Kia Anc Gabe Wee Lee Gibson Geralton Weston Hine Wight

Annum Bazaar Opens at Geraldton Christ Church

The annal bazaar at Christ Church Geraldton began this afternoon at the Town Hall with stepped decor and a varied stall lineup. Despite wet weather lowering attendance, Rector Rev H Vine and Mayoress Mrs Hewell led the opening and expressed hope the bazaar would raise much needed funds for the district.

Christ Church Geraldton H. Vine Hewell Awor

Local notices and social events from the Fremantle area

A jumble of editor letters and community notes describes agricultural concerns, possible bridge projects near Fremantle, and plans for a local fundraiser. Reports mention a visit to Locks and clashes with the local team, a balloon tally at the Mags hall, and improvements to the Mechanics Institute interior including a new folding stage.

Queen Corre Angus Anglican Church Mil T. P. Coates Flige Yale

Draw With Bunbury Ends In Two Each

Geraldton and Bunbury finished level at 2 2 after a tight match. Geraldton’s Cartwrights and Paterson sparked goals while Glendinning and Gert Wright made key saves and attacks. Both sides pressed after half time with strong defensive work and limited scoring chances.

Buer Paterson Wes Halkeye Thomas O. Cartwright Cartw Cartwright Smith H. Murray Ron Bunbury Geraldten Gertwright Frosts E. Cartwright Gideon Glendinning Collie Goot Chaljor Bubury Tromp Jong Geraldton EL Cartwright Gormkiton Mondey

Erup Beats Banbury In Tight Regional Match

Gnowangerup defeated Banbury in a close game with each side scoring in the first half. In the second half Gnowangerup pulled ahead with a decisive goal to secure the win.

Gnowerungup Banbury

Geraliton Football Association Meeting Sets Challenge

The Geraliton Football Association held a meeting with full attendance led by Mr A P Rock. Delegates agreed to challenge Upper Chapman and Northampton to a match in Geral fogoma fate. If tied on points, an extra round would be played and premiership points would decide the outcome. £3 was to be donated.

Geraklou ALP Johnson Jolmon Jobgeo Paseed Geraliton Wight Mrr. A Andlngguinet

Bride Loses Wedding Bet In London Registrar Mixup

A bride and would be groom canceled their ceremony after a betting dispute over a wedding bet. The registrar postponed the ceremony citing license validity and later refunded the fee as the couple failed to appear for the rescheduled date.

London Regiat Regiat AC the Appurate the, the Bride-To-Be Arrived, Aid Natnaiahey

New British Glass Works Established for Lab Uses

Vigorous efforts in Britain have fostered new glass productions and a large factory devoted to ware used in chemical and lab settings. Scientists, including a Primary Society of Glass Technology founder, help push the enterprise forward.

Great Britain Society of Glass Technology

Speedy Mauretania 702 Miles in 24 Hours Record Attempt

A fragmentary report notes a record bid by the Speedy Mauretania to cover 702 miles in a day. The piece cites Atlantic liner competition and an event dated in September, mentioning a man named White and a sailor who swallowed a watch during the knit of the incident.

Mauretania

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