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Newspaper
Geraldton Guardian
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Dec 24, 1910
Page
2
A fragmented report notes ship arrivals and cargoes with several crew and vessel names including Koombina, Lammeren, and Lammeren’s coal cargo. It mentions Fremantle departures and a schedule shift with a vessel due at Geraldivon and another expected on Thursday.
The readable text outlines vague references to persons and places such as Dalgary Fre, Promamnele tow, Haron rallten, Sth December, and North-Weer party. Limitations of the source prevent clear identification of events, dates, or actions.
Fragmentary OCR lists events and dates with garbled names and terms. It hints at boxing day like items and sports announcements but readable details are minimal. The readable content points to a calendar of upcoming happenings rather than a single clear event.
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A torn fragment outlines Christmas customs and public celebration in many places. It describes holiday lights, charitable efforts, family gatherings, and regional gatherings from small towns to larger cities, noting evergreen décor and festive markets as core traditions during the season.
The passage reflects holiday sentiments spanning prosperity and communal joy. It notes improved facilities and broader access, with celebratory tone about a rising economy. It cites general optimism for the coming year and wishes readers a very happy Christmas.
Readable fragments show shop closures on Monday and Tuesday around Christmas. Community notes mention meetings of the Geraldton ranch officers resignations and nominations for president vice president secretary and treasurer. Also listed are church services and holiday readings with dates and locations in Geraldton.
Market note shows Black Cash and Sox from 64d pair now 8d with fobbed hose, Hilbed Hose 4d rising to 8d, fobbed hose 1s 6d now 0d. Ladies Col hose 18d now 6d. Ladies Black Cash Mose from 4d to 1d per pair.
An extended notice details the ailing health of Mr J S Males of Greenuzh with physicians Maymorran and Mungertunt attending. It mentions travel of family members from Laws and York, and references community events including a Christmas sermon, charity collections, a boxing match and trophy. It also describes entertainment acts at local venues with performers the Kennedys and Mr George Rosem, plus a Friendly Societies demonstration and a parade train schedule.
Reported fires in Moonyvoueku Uk caused widespread damage with a 60 acre blaze in a valley. Severe winds hampered crews from noon until afternoon, burning farms, cottages, and property on several streets. Firefighters battled intense flames as lines held near key roads and homes, with stock losses not yet fully known.
A large fire near Nabawah consumed sacks of wheat and damaged fencing and buildings. About 74 sheep reported missing, with livestock losses and property damage affecting several local properties and responders working into the afternoon.
Untidy OCR note reports a cricket match with toss, innings details, and players Trumper Bardsley Sundries. Visitors batting and dismissals are mentioned but text is garbled. Mentions a June date and Beore, journment era tone.
A Fat and store sale at Carnarvon on the 12th inst attracted metropolitan buyers and strong bidding. About 3000 sheep were sold with lively demand and prices reported for ewes, wethers, and rams in multiple classes.
Dalgety and Company Ltd conducted a special sale of fat store wethers at Mingentwain last Friday under instruction from Mr. RE. Hush. The lively attendance saw 2,050 wethers at 12/1, 774 wethers at 19/7, and 140 wethers at 9/3 amid satin factory prices.
Dalgetyaml Company Ltd offers private sales of several Pita properties including 200 acres of test land six miles from Mingrur at 3/9 per acre to Z J Gooch and 132 acres to Mr A Garden at a satisfactory price. Geraldton Guardian reports subscription rates of 33 6d per quarter for Commonwealth readers.
The Ministe for Works Meo Tiwlish led a visit detailing wartime like plans and postwar projects. He praised agricultural policy and rail and harbor extensions, including new lines to Sums stave and Geraldton, arguing for faster inland links to markets and a stronger Western state economy.
Fragmentary OCR mentions Geraldtin Mosry E Seal and J Davies Rosam and Co with TB de Lucy and publishers. readable portion does not reveal a clear event or outcome.
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