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Newspaper
Geraldton Guardian
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Aug 30, 1924
Page
3
A third fatal mishap at the Duxford airfield since March involved Flying Officer Mason whose small scouting airframe crashed. Te readers note a child seriously injured amid the event as three girls were near the scene during the tragedy.
Reports describe an infectious illness in Japan showing early meningitis symptoms that progress to coma and death. Medical experts note a peculiar disease form with rapid deterioration, suggesting heightened virulence and potential outbreak concerns.
Recovered money from a Sydney Union Bank theft case where a young employee was paid £100 into the firm’s account. The thief fled but was caught after being tackled by a police officer and a football player named Mugby, with the cash recovered on King Street. The report veers into unrelated commentary on deep thinking and morality.
Western Australia minister for ways Mr. Willcock said private bus operators may run special routes for 12 months to test passenger traffic in the metropolitan area. If these trials fail to prove success, the government may bar their further operation in the transport business.
A detective is shot in Brisbane during a morning incident as authorities investigate a deceitful plot connected to a company. The scene unfolds with medical attention and ongoing police inquiry into the assault and motive.
A mixed review of a Reginald Denny film shown to West Australian readers notes the cast including Signor Giovanni de Miskelli and Kenneth Harlan with mentions of King’s Theatre Perth September showings. It highlights audience reaction and a look at British arts associations.
The Boulder Club issued race results and betting odds for multiple events on August 30. Ivanhoe Handicap divisions show Glenaurlie and Bronzine with strong bets, while Yorasaaces and Fearless Boot headline other plate events. Details list horses, weights, and betting odds for each division.
A large crowd watched the Country Week tennis finals with Mies Gould and Heniersoe defeating Mies Teakle and K. Jones 6-3 in the doubles. Sir Eastaugh praised the tournament and thanked organizers for tea, hoping Country Week grows bigger next year and encourages younger players.
A collection of brief items covers economic policy statements by W L Mackenzie King, maritime and trading updates from Australia, political tensions in Calcutta and Bengal, infrastructural plans in Canberra, and street traffic concerns in Fremantle. Reports mention proposed Parliament House, underground water theories in the Sahara, and provisional administrations amid regional debates.
Anglican and Presbyterian notices announce Mission Sunday at Christ Church with a lantern lecture and services. Rev Harsco Faull will conduct morning and evening services. choir to sing Sun of My Soul. Community singing after evening service. Bluff Point and Go uld Runday week services planned. Rev J H Langdon to speak on Methodist Foreign Missionary Society in church and Bluff Point.
A special engagement features Signor Giovanei de Michells in The Quest Maillan Operstic Barstone with his repertoire. Also shown is The Love Master with Lillian Mich and Strong Heart the wonder dog. Reserve plans now on view. prices listed.
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