Geraldton Chamber Minutes Discuss Conference and Delays
The Geraldton Chamber of Commerce met in the mayor’s parlour with Messrs Prosupt Part ridge Bennett Abbott Faulkner Davia Lester and J C Kidd present. Topics included a proposed British Chambers of Commerce Empire conference, weighing issues for bogey trucks and a request for a 10 ton crane, plus complaints about telephone and telegram delays and the Mount Erin telephone line completion.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Geraldton Sons of Commerce
Menara
Partridge
Bennett
Abbott
Faulkner
Davia
Lester
J. C. Kidd
T. Dy Brown
M.L.A
Garaldton
Perth
Alent
Bo Tt
Jupp
Mount Erin
Nabeawah Farmers’ Asociation
Correspondence on School Absenteeism and Medical Certificates
A letter from a reader argues against compulsory medical certificates for pupil absences. It questions fees for doctors certificates, advocates government hospital aid for those unable to pay, and notes hardship for large families. The writer urges authorities to consider fairness and practical needs of children needing warmth and nourishment.
Special Meeting Considers Town Hall Tender
Municipal Council held a special session to review town hall tenders and architect estimates. Brownlie’s £3800 bid was approved with government subsidy at 20 percent, plus potential changes for brick versus cement work, and alignment to the architect’s recommendation. Committees adjourned after discussing lamp erection plans and health board matters.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Inger
Greenhill
Brownlie
Callmate
Cates Architeety
Nowele
Gr. Davia
Trige
Han Teltoy
Bennett
Peicka
Davie
Davin
Logan
Box
Elennorskwet
Board of Health
Historical Diet Advice Fragments From A Morning Routine
The fragment describes a strict daily routine with early rising and a bath, followed by a light breakfast of water, toast, fish or meat, fruit, and wine or water. Midday meals include bread or toast, vegetables, fruit, and a similar protein, with hot lemon water suggested for supper.
Local Rate Notice on Various Loans and Rates
Public notice lists rates for multiple loans including Loan No 1 at 1d in the pound and Loan No 9 at 0d in the pound, with Loan No 8 at 1s in the pound, health rate dd in the pound, and a fan rate of 2a per pan per week for one removal each week. The document outlines weekly service charges and adjustments for utility and health levies.
Also Mentioned on This Page
Chamber of Commerce
Municipil Rousell
Ee Maven
Cra
G. Smith
E. A. Vee
A. Dy Loan
F. Davin
W. J. Box
Mia
Wallace Miller
Geraldton
R. M. Kruger
Club Hotel
Banks
Mample
J. Banks
c/o Post Office
Western Australia
Gray and Co
Oliver’s Clothing Company
Masonic Hall
Marine Terrace
Kent
J. G. Smith
Geraldton Rowing Club
Geraldton Liedertatel
Cremorne Gardens
New Zealand
Otich
David Rete
Starr-Bowkett Society
Ersons
The
Royal Insurance Company
Ernest H. Brede
Ament
James Haselden
Northampton
Gerald Iton
Hobart
L. Kruger
Ow L
Christ Church
Marine Terence
V, Use
Frank E. Davis
E. Lee-Steere& Co
General Commission
Goldfield
National Mutual Life Association of Australasia, Limited
Orient Royal Mail
South British Insurance Co
Swan Brewery Co., Ltd
Prize Ale & Stout
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