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Newspaper
Geraldton Guardian
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Dec 11, 1915
Page
2
Brief weather update notes scattered clouds across Australia with a chance of light showers in coastal regions. Temperature highs range around mid twenties Celsius while overnight lows dip into the mid teens. Local forecasts urge travelers to monitor radar the next 24 hours.
On Wednesday several carriers urged the Municipal Council to clear the hill opposite the Rectory and improve the surface, hoping large benefits from removing lumps. The Mayor stated funds are planned in estimates and the Works Committee will report on possible damages.
Readable items include handkerchiefs embroidered in fancy boxes from 2s 6d to 4s 6d, perfume, handbags, jewel and plain hair combs, rings, children's umbrellas, lace items, and toilet preparations. Promotions emphasize varied price points and a broad selection for holiday shoppers.
The first meeting of the new Breese council featured orderly conduct and a focus on business. Cr Bartlett reported on the railway jetty shelving, a dispute over committee assignments arose, and the Works Committee was tasked to inspect a shed. The Workers Home Board item was discussed, and public notices covered a film on white slave traffic, water quality inquiries, and local church and bankruptcy notices.
A private Geraldton match under the Geraldton Yacht Club between A Tod-Cygmus on Cygnus and W Wells Chapman on Groper saw Groper prevail. Cygnus led early and at times held a small advantage, but Groper surged ahead to win by a margin around 85 seconds. Afterward, the Boy Scouts collected funds for the Sand Beg Fund totaling £12 4s.
The Geraldton Municipal Council opened with Mayor W B Pullowfield presiding. Members included Cre McGruran, Terman, Builder, Osbeydick, and C Bartlett Bennett. Topics covered gravel samples, electricity plant payments, wind-up of contracts, and public works funding. The council examined the Tennis Courts, water pipes, box thorn grant limits, and horse management at the saleyard, with committee assignments and personnel discussions.
The council debated sand drift issues in Porrest Street and George Brad with fence risk and bushing needs. The Mayor and Town Clerk were tasked to pursue government attention and investigate the drift, after motion by Or Pain and concerns about the fence.
Telegrams reveal a Labour caucus deadlock with threat of government collapse. Johnstone claims a definitive pledge was broken over the Nevanas contract, prompting calls for ministers to resign and a ballot among party members. The premier and his ministers face potential removal as tensions rise.
The Geraldton Munitions Committee Test Night reported share sales totaling £1050 Se plus £35 privately sent before formation, bringing the grand total to £1096, deemed satisfactory. Mr B A Meat praised enthusiasm and noted if all committees matched Geraldton Quaumifies, the Central Committee would have little to do. Messrs Kempton and Herman proceed to East Chapman to advocate the movement claim, with a Monday visit planned to Muliewa for the weekly meeting.
Personal firms report Reinforcements to the 2Hth Taitali ng in Cairo with updates on Corporal BE Diver of the 10th ATH. Justice BAL Fienberg of Jasper Hill appointed in Murchison District. Archibald Gilchrist MLA joins AASLC and heads to camp. Mem Jimox linked to Chas Conway and leaving for Easter.
A late afternoon report describes a man named J Mills of Fitzgerald Street Hed being involved in a dispute described as a stake. It notes another such incident earlier and warns residents to be vigilant in the area near the large residence.
Schedule shows Geraldton to Perth deliveries listed for Monday times and days. times range from 3 am to 10 pm across days. Other routes include Watka Momlay Noltesday Thurday and Saturday 5 am. Cue to Mowlay Wedneday and Friday 6 am. Lambstone and Yuumanmi service Tuesday 6 pm. Northampton routes Monday Tuesday 10 am and Wednesday Friday 3 pm Thursday 4 pm.
A weekly fund report notes 35 from Adwir er for tobacco supply to the woldiery frame. Prior to March 25th £80 was raised, should read £83. Subscriptions welcome to treasurer Mrs Hemsted or secretary Mrs Reymond Eliol.
The article outlines conditions of enactment for Australian expensionary measures. It notes provisions governing financial adjustments, oversight mechanisms, and timelines for implementation. Professionals and government bodies are named in relation to compliance and reporting duties.
Married men are invited to a Sunday treat from Geraldton, followed by a weekly congregation at Prevligetian Church. The morning service at St Johns Presbeyan Church is led by Rev E P Cammerum and discusses Job and the suffering, with a sermon by the secretary of the British and Foreism Bible Society. The monthly meeting will be at Moonyoouooks in the afternoon.
At the Canning Park turf meet in Perth the Day’s events included Jumpers Flat Race with Gas and Quarter Main winning. Waramti placed second with Straggier and others in the field. Plate results featured Galdey Orb and Lady Prede among notable runners. Curistas Gift covered one mile and three furlongs with United Service and Silverfld in close order. Betting odds appeared as 1 to 1 for some outcomes and 12 to 1 for others. Maddington Purse highlighted Saronge in the field.
A distressed farmers’ meeting denounces the Federal Government for neglecting support during harvest. Delegates urge Wheat price fixes for local use, demand delivery guarantees through their Association, and criticize labor costs and rust damage harming crops and incomes.
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