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Newspaper
Geraldton Guardian
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Dec 27, 1919
Page
2
An item notes direct sale of Ladin and Children's underwear and hats with a Christmastime display. It highlights hosiery, caps, towels, and Christmas presents from linen mills in Ireland, inviting shoppers to view the splendid variety.
Geraldton hosts a Christmas Eve reunion for Inspector Moymes and family. Mayor Kempton and City Band join in carols as the Holmes and Hoymes families return to Walkaway, with thanks for support and a chorus of “Home Sweet Home.” Community officers thank the returning group and applaud local friendships during the festive gathering.
A survey of festive events and religious observances reveals busy Christmas activities. Reports note band performances, charity drives, and community gatherings across local venues with services at St. Mary’s Mulins Moonyeowouka and other churches plus New Year’s Eve holy rites.
A detailed account recalls Oswell's celebration with Swanmag Club and local residents on New Year’s Day. The event featured entertainment, refreshments, sports arranged by the Yao Cub, performances by a band, and charitable aims including shelter for the community shelter and fundraising for a civic project.
In a late season event, swimmers from the district competed under 18 year handicap rules. Notable performances included 25 yard events with top times and a 100 yard relay featuring Dave Dempster, Dew, and others. J Crabb and O F Cook led individual showings in senior and junior divisions amid a South West region program aimed at youth swimming development.
Fragmented OCR notes describe a prisoner fraud case involving Sveeeh Praier Maud and links to escape routes via Spain. Mentions a bond of about £908 and potential expensed costs, with unclear details about the plan to reach England and the obstacles faced.
A local shop lists fabrics and garments for sale including calicoes, organdies, batistes, and drill coats. Items featured span curtains, hats, underwear, blouses, skirts, and minions in multiple colors and prices, with promotions and phrasing reflecting prewar shopping.
A severe storm swept Meekatharra causing extensive damage including blown fences collapsed houses and shattered camps. Poles bent, iron sheets twisted, and debris scattered as the storm intensified from the southwest while residents struggled to see and cope amid the wreckage.
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