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Newspaper
Geraldton Guardian
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Dec 30, 1920
Page
2
Amid public concern, officials warn a railway stoppage could derail harvest logistics as wheat ships head to ports. The community fears shortages and disruption to rural districts reliant on consistent service during the critical harvest period.
The report notes a possible strike outcome delaying trains and causing plan changes. Despite trade tensions, crops report strong yields in the Victoria district and celebrations for the new year are set to proceed. Locals anticipate attractions at Northampton and Mt Magnet while beaches offer a holiday draw for families. Weather during Christmas was mild with some wind, and Geraldton residents hope for a prosperous and happy New Year free of disruption.
The text outlines a figure born in 1867 in Cambriigeshire who joined the sea at age 11, earned a second mate’s certificate, sailed to Western Australia, and held various naval ranks including corporal and sergeant. It mentions water police events in Geraldton and deployments across Mingruce, Seidheld, and Talgoo, ending with a wool-related posting.
The Protestant Federation held a session in Parich Hall to discuss alcohol impacts on public health and appetite with Dr Way presenting his report. The council debated the findings as Health Inspector Wenigun and other officials consider staff changes and public health arrangements.
A fragmentary text reveals a woman praising literature and devotion to Walter Beattie and poetic works, interspersed with garbled names and an odd bicycle advertisement for Motomax or BSA cycles. The unreadable lines mix literary adoration with product promos.
The Gerald swimming carnival drew a huge turnout and featured a tight finish in the 100 yard race with Cook of Wynilbum defending his title as Murayton challenged. Beede was close and Mutton surprised handicapper fans as swimmers prepare for a New Year’s Day jetty course race watched by spectators. Ming Clam Crabbe and Jim Keating will oversee the events as judges for the upcoming swim through-erth.
The article discusses how farmers plant many wheat varieties year to year for varying local yields. It notes that distinctions often arise from favorable conditions and good treatment rather than inherent superiority of the variety. It urges comparing new and standard varieties on the same farm.
The council increased local rates prompting questions on how Geraldton compares with peers. A breakdown shows towns like Midland Junction and North Fremantle levying varying amounts for general, health, fire brigade, tram, and sanitary services, with totals ranging around 3 shillings 8 pence to 4 shillings 6 pence.
Native rochas and weekke divers face deadly coral hazards in Torres Strait. Needle-tipped spines along reef walls inject venom causing rapid pain, swelling, and possible death. Poisonous clams and slow-closing shells pose additional risks to approachers and gatherers. A system of ground-spread spines guards yam patches, deterring thieves with lethal consequences.
Eyewitnesses describe a strained pursuit as a Dublin miler struggles to exit a public house. After a hard effort he reaches a bridge outside the inn and, amid attempts to regain breath, is heard muttering in a tested voice.
Oswell's offers palm Beach and poplin suits in ordinary and military styles at 45 shillings each. Special finish gubarting butte at 65 shillings. Extra heavy ascot silk baits at 3 pounds each. Men’s white drill suits at 37 shillings 6 pence. Summer trousers in palm beach cloth poplin and white drill at 15 shillings 6 pence. Boys summer butts in top lin crash drill palm beach and dalat sizes, very low per cent. Men’s pajamas at 18 shillings 6 pence. Men’s fashion shirts at 10 shillings 6 pence. Soft white calico yard wide on offer.
At Perth December 1 Western Austrailian Turf Club meeting featured the Railway Stakes won by Andronicus in a tight finish over Musrion. Fractions showed Solly Girl and Lustroso among the notable contenders, with Omen failing to threaten the leaders. The program included Breeders Plate and All-aged Stakes with Jolly Handsome and Jolty Coby among entrants.
A packed list of racing entries for Perth Cup day includes Jumpers Flat Rack and High Weight Handicap selections with weights and runners like West Band Hare Hare Wartlnaw Moby O Tom Castro and Seafield related entries. The record also notes Epsom Islandicap and Sapling stakes timing with corresponding weights and horses such as Kayo Handieay and Middont Mowdiesp.
The report lists odds and results with multiple names and places. Bardon and Lustrose are noted with 3 to 2, Jolly Comynd Downs ing Street appears, plus Hivose Benbow and Silverton Anilromews Warr Helgoour. Odds include 12 to 1 and 1 to 1 for several entries.
Jockeys prepare for New Menes Day meeting amid handicaps and race events at Perth. Entries include six furlong events and the North Snmprom Jockey Club handicap with Beabound, Fou in Zubin, and Rosein among contenders, plus district plates and a five furlong event. Local cricket scores from Melbourne report England's innings victory over Bendigo.
Fragmented lines recount Cecil Rholov as a leading historical figure, tracing his wealth and aims to fund imperial advancement. The garbled text hints at his influence on global travel development and personal wealth, ending with a note on his reflections at life’s end.
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