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Newspaper
Geraldton Guardian
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Dec 27, 1928
Page
3
A London dispatch reports a slight improvement in the King’s condition but cautions the recovery will be slow. Jerusalem wires note renewed warfare among the Tribes, Wahhabi forces, and attacks on camps, with local firearms and tribal skirmishes described.
An explosion at Beation station caused a gas leak and structural damage. Reports describe disrupted railway traffic and debris spreading along the platform as responders battled a fiery incident. Authorities caution residents as investigations begin into the blast origins.
Fragmentary OCR notes describe vast English timber purchases and porters moving goods to supply next year's production. References to Kus tian naw yedwood and whitewood imply a large scale shipment to the British market, with figures suggesting a nearly nine million unit milestone.
An emergency Holborn council session heard a detailed report on extensive damage from a gas explosion. A half mile of street and surrounding structures were damaged, with weakened buildings and undermined roadways. No immediate street openings. pedestrian routes to normal traffic nine months away. The council will pursue a departmental inquiry.
Confused dispatch reports women and children evacuated from Kabul by Peace Minister arrangements. Afghan authorities and Japanese legation staff moved to Poshatnr via troop carrier. A Victoria group aided the operation, with 33 people including Indian women transported to safety near Harpur aerodrome two miles away. The hour long flight reportedly succeeded with minimal casualties.
Calcutta reports a British aeroplane arrival from Kabul with passengers including eleven French soldiers, German officials, and four children at Kabul. A misprint or garbled text mentions casualties or events in Kabul during the Afghan capital context.
A fragmented report discusses the Reparations problem and the United Nations export committee. Debates and positions on national presence and participation are noted, with limited opposing views cited and a focus on tense negotiations and timing ahead of 19.
A Kansas City report from December 25 notes charity efforts delivering Christmas boxes to childless homes and a related campaign. The article describes orders, supply, and action by a committee and club urging aid for the needy as the season prompts giving.
The article reports a magistrate unveiling new rules prompting public confusion as residents ask for clarification. Officials stress the changes aim to streamline process, while several individuals express concerns about understanding the new procedures and potential delays.
In Perth on September 26 a fire damaged multiple shops including a fruit and confectionery store near Vulvann’s fruit nail. The post office area burned earlier, and guards were reported but the building remained at risk of collapse.
Perth December 2. A Christmas Day tragedy at Burracoppin dam. Alice Nicholson aged 15 and William Stront aged 2 drowned after Nicholson joined others in attempting to rescue a man named Morro police say Nicholson, who was with several men, went into the dam and disappeared. Stront also disappeared as Payne, who plunged in to help, could not reach them.
An Australian speedway accident near Adelaide resulted in the death of 22 year old Fainel Wablisig of Anguentredy Ailetante after a fall during a race. He was transported to Adelaide Hospital where he was pronounced dead.
In Melbourne on December 20 an aeroplane crashed at low height, bursting into flames after losing control in a paddock near an airfield. The pilot and passenger died instantly. Names listed include Erinn holes and Alfred Monti among others.
A Melbourne area rail disaster injured many as a mixed train diverged from its track after a lever was wrongly operated. The incident near Kooneerop involved about 400 passengers, with a young porter blamed for diverting the line. Officials from the mailways department investigated the misoperation and the resulting carnage.
In Sydney on December 24 Frank Fletcher, 29, apparently shot himself on Riley Street near Furry Hill and died at the hospital. Elsks Law, 11, is alleged to have said Fletcher met her in a passage and then shot himself after claiming they were to be married.
A December blaze swept Trangie destroying much of Daslaloo Street and the Bixters Shayman hotel. Estimated damage reaches 200000 as town fights the flames with bucket brigades amid strong winds and a water shortage. Nearby shops were previously rebuilt after earlier destruction.
An attendance of 35,000 gathered to watch Shanghai Recreation Hiab versus Lobhywe Football Clubs. Before kickoff chaos erupted as authorities struggled to control the crowd. Two women were seriously injured and another 40 suffered minor injuries. no fatalities reported.
Readable fragments describe Hyde Park and nearby gardens with acres noted. Mentions Regent's Park and King Henry era references, with approximate park sizes and locations around central London.
New South Wales amassed 430 in their first innings, powered by a 117 partnership between Kippax and Hooker. Victoria struggled on 4 wickets at stumps, with strong bowling by Niebolle and Hooker in a rain-affected Melbourne match.
Betting odds from Perth on December 27 show Railway Stakes contenders and market moves. Notable prices list Astabiography Kihei Madeline Quaaza and Coclharrs with varied support. Exceeder and other acceptors are noted for the Derby and Railway Stakes races.
The Nalharra and Yarragailee sale saw a brisk trade with a full clearance of 414 sheep and 48 rams. Prices ranged for ewes and rams across categories including 1 year old ewes, wethers, and lambs with outside buyers active, and notable consignments from Ex Nabarra and Ex Yurregatee.
The Preth carnival of the West Australian Tart Club drew a large crowd. The program lists races including the Metropoli tan Buddles Rouge Catter and a Flying Handicap. Winners named include Second Wind in the Derby and Dawlish among others, with detailed times and weights noted for each event.
December 7 racing at Peeth shows acceptances for upcoming races including Breeders Plate with Royal Purbar and Taregsee among top contenders. Other entries include Mise Enews Jelly lars Youth Mie Bande and Merry Pet, along with DPPICER BANDICAP and several notable sires and runners.
Fragmented OCR text lists horses and placings including Crystal Gazer Swapere Mreeders’ Plate Jelly Lace Regal Durbar with numbers. Mentions Nabawa meeting and unclear names and prices. The legible items imply a racing card with handicaps and entrants but are not coherent.
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