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Newspaper
Geraldton Guardian
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Dec 17, 1925
Page
3
A garbled OCR passage references Lamon Dee and Dee Lamon, with mentions of Major Hortel, the Tank Corps, and wartime service. It includes unclear names, dates, a 1925 event, and various financial figures, but the exact events and identities are obscured by the corrupted text.
The Geraldton harbour works center on dredging as a powerful dredge operations change. The Sir William Matthews is slated for replacement at the port, with overhauls and reallocation affecting the schedule. Local officials visit Gambary seeking to secure earlier approvals amid uncertainty.
Fragmentary mining notes describe illness and fever during a week, mentioning distances and delays. The text hints at measurements and a shift in activity over two days, with unclear details about the fever’s cause or location.
An article notes a limited liability company formed to operate the Wilune mines. The company has a nominal capital of 8000 pounds in 40 000 shares. The move follows interest intensified as the capital structure and prospects were outlined by a developing consortium.
A New York message reports drought relief as heavy rainstorms move from the south to northern states and the Pacific coast. Florida records over 4 inches in twelve hours near Miami, while New York and New England see five days of continuous rain. The weather both aids and harms crops with widespread damage and crop failures in twenty counties and parts, prompting Representative Bell to warn President Coolidge that relief is needed to prevent mass hardship in North Georgia.
Fragmented OCR text references public notices and a trade directory from a publisher in Perth with scattered phrases about traders farmers and street districts. It mentions a directory of publishers and potential listings but the readable content is garbled and incomplete.
Perth reports the Western Australia Cabinet reappoints Colonel Calomel Pope amid Midland Railway dispute and a filing of negotiation terms. Workers and union representatives warn of continued unrest as meetings with Midland District Council and the company manager Mr J J Vernton proceed. The Midland Federation Trades Hall convenes to press for resolution.
An inquiry found a train delay affected Moora residents with transport shortages and no mail services. Settlers feared insufficient provisions if the strike continued, hoping a settlement before Christmas.
In Bodney on December 17 the Biggs shed shearers discontent over union rules as an imperious worker forced others to delay retirement. The incident centers on a single shearer who insisted on moving through the shed before coworkers would resume the task.
Marion Ball accompanied by a year old son arrived at Murillambah after a motor journey of about 5,000 miles from the Northern Territory and Brisbane. Toll contemplates a return trip via Sydney Methodrne and Adeusde.
In his weekly letter Archbishop Riley defends shouting as necessary for temperance enforcement. He cites problems from commercial travellers and duty to patrons, arguing banning shouting would invite illegal drinking and undermine public order. The piece notes reactions from Chit Justice and public opinion about the practice.
The Merchants Association of New York proposes a calendar reform to the League of Nations, outlining a year divided into twelve months of 23 days each and a new system naming periods after characters such as Christ and Columbus. The plan suggests a 3000-year cycle with the year ending on a fixed date and reassigning weeks and holidays to fit a global standard.
The article reports cattle trade at Mblluat auction with bids for heifers from Gugin Fullowing and quotes several weight and price levels. Notable consignors include Smith and Co. Limited and Dalgery and Company with 207 and 271 head sold respectively.
A detailed market note covers sheep, lambs, and cattle at Mi Inuit Junction. Prices and quotations fluctuate with heavy weights and good quality merino and lamb entries. Major buyers include Dalgety and Co. Ltd and other sellers noting 209 sheep and 452 dairy cattle figures.
Incomplete OCR fragment records meat weights and prices with terms like pork and baron. The text is garbled, offering few clear hands, items, or dates.
Yibinr, Bimith and Co. Limited held their weekly market sale with limited lot offerings during the busy period. The listed items include various ewes, mixed ages, medium condition, and several odd lots with prices noted, but overall quality described as fair to good.
The government shares Wembley Exhibition costs receive approval in the House with a vote of 1,100,000. Parliamentary Secretary A. M. Samuel indicated a formal call to be made soon as support continues. Officials note expressed satisfaction with expenditures and value of the exhibition.
A clipped report discusses a divorce case noting perjury concerns and remarks by judges about deceit in Divorce Court versus Civil Courts. It references Lord Bramley and remarks on truth under oath, with ancillary mentions of wireless bargains and equipment ads.
Unionists plan to admit ten new members as harvest work rises, while questions of job stability and wages loom. Christmas windows glow with decked stores as Labour Party seeks reforms. ministers discuss constitutional changes and canal works in a year of waning funds and rising toy demand.
Applications are invited for Vermin Inspector positions with the Esetili. Applicants must provide their own transport and references. Period begins January 1, 1883, with a final process on Thursday January 7 at 5 o’clock p.m. and be accompanied by topics of references.
An applicant named PORN DAVID WIRE seeks a marriage license under the Auctioneers Act in Geraldton. The notice states consent from Eider Sun Limited and details the filing date December 17, 1985.
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