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Newspaper
Geraldton Guardian
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Aug 30, 1927
Page
3
New York reports a policeman arrested after the car carrying a $4,700 payroll for architect Pratt was found dead. The officer, who usually escorted Pratt during large withdrawals, bought a car with the sash and spent the night in clubs, disbursing hundreds in tips claiming a legacy.
An initial inquiry into the Alpine railway disaster faults the driver for the crash. Evidence suggests the signal failed to open properly and a car derailment followed. Witnesses describe a crowded train stopped by the impact as authorities investigated the sequence of events.
New York reports society figure Madame Sowden left on a dressing tabld after an amateur musical revue at a watering place in Southampton. She wore jewels valued around 100,000 dollars during the event, and their whereabouts remain unknown after the show.
Fragmentary notes reveal Marshal Foch delaying publication of his memoirs and vowing no interference with truth. He cites the Battle of the Marne and mentions Joffre as an exception, while promising ongoing corrections until his last hour.
A departmental committee report warns the British Broadcasting Corporation to be the main threat to Welsh life as English dominates broadcasts. It laments Welsh voice and education losses while noting only a Dublin weekly Welsh programme remains available to Welsh speakers.
Brisbane reports a government order to dispense with the services of all Australian Railways Union members this coming Saturday. Other unions that sided with the ARU face similar action. The Commissioner is to act Monday to dismiss employees who refuse to follow instructions. The cabinet stresses state control of railways and vows no interference.
Brisbane wires report Mr Moroney of the Australasian Union Railway Calon states the Premier’s threat to disenfranchise union members if the strike ends by Hatwellay will influence the movement. He vows to fight to the bitter end and says McCormack’s views must guide Labour’s response. The central question is who will govern the railway and whether industrialism is crushed to quell the strike.
A clearing sale conducted by Hitler Smith and Co Limited for Mr G E Sewell at Deepdale drew large attendance and active bidding. Vendors offered a range of livestock and farming equipment with prices noted and items sold at varied rates.
About 1700 men idled at Lithgow as the Moderated Engine drivers and Firemen's Association withdraws its members from the Lithgow, Caulrig and Excelsior works. The strike results from wage demands after drivers and firemen walk out.
In August at Sydney Hospital a remarkable plastic surgery procedure, led by Albert Kosten, restored a patient from earlier failed grafts. After months of careful treatment and radium therapy, surgeons plan to graft more tissue, and the patient is expected to be nearly recovered soon.
William Brock and Eibeerd Sebles departed Harbour Grace in a trial flight toward Croydon London in a first tour of a trans world flight. They plan a continental route to India and San Francisco, with a stop in New York, then Orchard and Harbour Grace.
London reports a drifting air voyage over England from Croydon to Munich. Moers Broek and Bchice, aboard the Pride of Dedvult, describe fog, heavy weather, and pockets of altitude loss before broadcasting messages and dropping a note in a bag to identify their landing point as Devon and then steering toward London.
Paris reports Charles Levine in the Mise Colombia left Le Bourget aiming for an Atlantic crossing in a lone attempt. A sensational Croydon landing followed a near disaster as a Superial Airways pilot described a perilous glide past an observation tower before continuing.
A disjointed note describes Webbs Pateh aunt Ingrewood district property consisting of 74 were and sheep sold by Clarkson Bros through Edward Chirkcot of Perth for 73000 to Morera. The Clarksons, active near Cue and 20 miles from Paynesville Lake, Harley, held the assets with Mount Jackson Station holdings.
Kalgoorlie racing notes list accepted entries for Wednesday's event day. Notable races include Ladies' Bracelet handicap with multiple contenders and White Feather Handicap division details. Armored by names such as Mim Arran Poet Ayrone Berss Hack and Harold Hermit, the card features a scheduled Starting Time sequence and anticipated events.
Fragmentary odds and prizes listed for a hand picked event. Names and numbers appear scrambled with terms like Network Good Hope and Anticyata. The readable items include Ste 2 Proatic and Bt Pillans with varied 7 to 1 and 12 to 1 odds.
Fragmentary text mentions places like Wyoming and Austin with vague distances over half a mile and several garbled names. No coherent event or outcome is discernible.
The Eanvas Country Week Tennis Tourney began on the Geraldton courts with districts Ogilvie Biasu Alma Imeka Howstharra Navaling and Send Springs fielding teams. Players posted mixed results as Teakle Miz Bandy Jackson and others scored wins and losses in singles and doubles, with commentary noting evolving technique and foot development in the event.
An upcoming game at Carseuak features Curmmah against Three Next Springs. The event promises an excellent contest and awaits local attendance.
A meeting of the Council of the British Posthall Association was held where the chair explained why awaited clearance had not been granted. No report had been received by the Association.
Mrs Harped informs the Geraldton district public that she opened tea and dining rooms opposite Wesleyan Church. The notice lists afternoon teas suppers and weekly boarder services with statements of satisfaction and terms.
Mrs H L Miller and Co advertise a general goods shop offering fresh flowers pot plants seeds and tools. The notice emphasizes bargains and Perth prices to attract customers and highlights a wide selection for gardening and home needs. The message references cabinet makers and related items.
Nabawa Market Gety and Company Limited announce a coming monthly sale. The notice lists mixed livestock including 80 lambs and 80 ewes with 100 percent Lasibe ownership and other owned sheep.
Tender notices invite bids for a 10 room property with immediate possession. Enquiries and forms available from Mr J Metacryos, 30 Hamersley Road, Sebince, and close at 12 noon on September 10. Mail or hand deliver to Mrs Tex Woly, General District, Gerllton for further details.
Fragmentary notice describes land around Keojareena Station with references to Locations 13 T44 1045 ae 8 2156 and 1815, identifying S206 acres of homestead land. The narrative mentions grazing hills and timber, with selection for peaceable possession and equal terms.
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