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Newspaper
Geraldton Guardian
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Dec 18, 1919
Page
3
London readers report a restrained hush in churches as Professor Porta’s prediction of the world’s end sparked caution. The Botcit communique in Kiel is noted but had little public impact beyond selective reflection and solemn sermons.
From Kilpoolrie December 18 reports that Port Augusta confirms the trans Australian railway house tracks settled and workers to start tomorrow. Civil service strike issues and employer wage concerns emerge as Victoria Marine Engineers' wages dispute continues with a large majority rejecting ship owners. Belmont Park race meeting details and betting odds accompany local sport coverage.
A list of horse names and odds style entries appears, including Devil's March Acclivity Bridal March Bulgooroo and Heart of Oak with numbers like 8.11 8.10 8.6 8.5 6.7, plus Sus i Silver Lady 64 Munjivdy Drumoat.
A telegram from Brisbane dated December 17 reports Captain Ross Smith and crew were forced to descend 20 miles west of Amthory’s Lape due to propeller blade failure. Temporary repairs were underway and they hope to move eight miles closer to a moonlit shop with an engineering facility, aiming to resume the journey within a day or two. All aboard are safe.
The Air Ministry reports Captain Howell is lost at sea near San Georgia Bay Corfu on December 9 along with mechanic Fraser. A naval motor boat reached the scene too late to save them and locate their bodies.
Perth notes race scene odds open with 20 acceptors for the Belmont Thousand led by Tom Castro and Observation. Borula ships to Singapore after Christmas with Hears of Oak and Wurcofe. Mount Prophecy and others eye Perth Cup chances amid government talk of cost cuts. Alice Kenilworth’s Perth Cup bid could loosen funds for racing. Labor benefactor winners and transfers noted.
A garbled passage discusses unclear race references and a writer’s stance on water provision for women and children. The text reveals confusion over discernment and forthcoming refutation, with scattered mentions of Lingations and amele.
Amaran Beaside attractions announced a synatic carnival on Dosing Day and sea side spas on New Year s Day with an air concert on Christmas night. Proceeds go to the local Repatriation Fund. The carnival committee, led by F J Critch er, asked Mayor G A Keaptoo to open the Club House on Boxing Day at 3 20. Goose club by working bees will prep Saturday Sunday events. Volunteers welcome. The smallest pony ride planned for New Year s Day to amuse children.
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