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Newspaper
Geraldton Guardian
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Dec 06, 1928
Page
2
Elite Supply Co presents Kayser Hose and Prestige silk legwear with new prices and a wide range of 11/11 to 19/6. silk nightwear and lingerie lines include Celanese and Milanese items. Also advertised are handkerchiefs, Irish Kiddies novelties, handbags, and men's boxed accessories.
Abridged prospectus shows Geraldton Newspapers Limited offering 10 000 ordinary shares and 5 000 preference shares at payable 10 shillings per share. Application forms struck at 3 shillings per share offered now with 2 500 shares directed for reserve and subscription, and names of local managers and firms listed. Note indicates some figures are tentative with subscriptions may be limited to 5 000 preference shares and reserve shares for Geraldton and district.
A company aims to unite Woodwith Plant machinery printing works and three newspapers The Guardian Irwin Times and Merch ad a to form a single concern It plans to print a daily evening paper and continue two weekly titles with modern printing methods The move promises cost savings and broader circulation for the district investors may receive substantial returns with no new shares issued and half the shares held locally
Fragmentary notice notes papers related to rhea cows are consistently available. No clear dates or organization details are readable.
The fragment references publishers Constantine and Gardner with unclear context. No verifiable events or names beyond the two surnames are readable.
Local news notes several Land Board meetings to consider hiveks of land in Victoria locations BX24 4041 and surrounding areas, listing extensive acreages and unsurveyed tracts. Also reports recent allotments including Wongwoedy repurchase state and other Victoria locations, with names and figures. A stage entertainment notice promotes the opera The Farmer's Daughter at Tow Hall with performances Friday and Saturday, highlighting the fairy tale theme for children and colorful costumes.
Weather notices report rain fall and temperatures with a 86 degree peak. Several local events are listed including a sermon at Mull on Tuesday and a council swearing-in ceremony for the new mayor and councillors. Obituary notes mark the death of Theodor vor Engelbrech aged 75, with funeral arrangements to Perth.
Mr. Bruce, acting Clerk of Courts at Geraldton, arrived by train and will stay for some days. Mrs. W. H. Rheohem, wife of a local figure, remains in fragile health. Resident Wigitrate F. Faxtangh is confined at home. During court, he felt unwell and went to bed. Archilewemm von et Hae wicke College old girls note Adelaide Mut wnical Gardens attendance, with Avis S. Brown among Geraldton visitors. Televised local figures including Mywind FO Tevitans and T. A. Hasehten, known Perth businessmen, attended discussions about readiness for the Smalgaliation of their newspapers in the new year.
A long reflection on the Guardian Christmas number, praising its revival of Geraldton's early history. It notes rich content including Foreword, a study of the port settlement, and a range of pieces on Three Springs Yaayot Murchison and Batavia shipwrecks. The piece highlights A E Williams as retelling key records and mentions welcome drawings and tributes to Forrest and local figures.
The fragment cites John Gilbert as central to a tale linked with Greta Garbo and Lord Minin in a 1926 era production. It hints at a dramatic plot where a wife’s dangerous infidelity drives male passion, with Gilbert and Garbo delivering intense performances in a royal theater setting.
Inland area facing severer thunderstorm activity with warm pockets and heavy winds. South and east sections report gusts from the southeast toward the northeast, while coastal regions remain comparatively quiet.
A local retailer advertises new lines in stock including men's cream sportswear, gabardine trousers, fancy socks, summer jumpers, beduial interests, and a wide selection of hose and undergarments. Prices ranged from 1/6 to 22/6 per pair or item, with new shades and standard color options available.
A lively crowd watches last Sundays event in Attemdance amid blustery winds. The entry list includes boats Quest Gainty Tome Foam Co-Re and others with close racing and multiple duels for second place. Times show Quest 4.21.9, Gainty 4.28.53, Tome 4.28.35, Co-Re 4.27.10, Foam 4.40.0 as the field contends for the Arthur room trophy with notable slips and near misses.
A shooting incident at Bearborough Beach in Perth injured Ernest Res, 26, as a man fired four shots. Rex Wan was taken to Perth Hospital. Detective Sergeant Manning investigates, with Leslie Bright and Des Wilkin as key figures in the night’s events.
A list of crews for the club regatta on Monday December 16 is published by officials. The notice names sailors including Lewis Evenson Hillbrick Taylor Kempton Lance Robinson Kempta Curlowin Fyfe Shanahe Wight Weir Kilay Payne Elliott Rinmonds and others. Inspector Sinpeon of the Geraldduan police reports Charles Dunbar a Beatinund native about thirty killed by lightning near Woogaiong Buation Meltherwon about seven in the evening. Rose McPherne, daughter of the station owner, was rendered unconscious. The Carmen mt Cav has been modified. Worst in the world.
Phat W Keeley secures a specialist in sign writing and decorating services. The notice highlights expertise in painting and decorative work, signaling expansion of the firm’s offerings.
Motor cycling news reports SNeed's attempt on the world 24 hours record at Cowes was hindered by a breakdown in a non standard racing machine. Finlay, competing for LATN, reportedly covered 102 miles in 22 hours before the failure, leaving 52 miles to go to beat the record. A further attempt is under consideration.
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