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Newspaper
Geraldton Guardian
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Feb 12, 1925
Page
2
At a December meeting in Lor dun the Amoriutent Gukl Mien of W.A. discussed recent Wilumelew Sigaim boring results. Chair HL Ay Collier summarized the report noting high ore discounts and uncertain viability while referencing multiple parties and a Western Ave transport update.
A long Pacific era discussion urges strong, persistent campaigns for a railway connection to the Murchison system via Wiluna, Loom, and Kalgoorlie. It stresses benefits for Kalgooltha mines and the Wiluna syndicate, arguing the line could boost Fremantle trade and the metro area while overcoming opposition to routing through Geraldton. The piece calls for decisive action to secure the route preferred for national port development.
Local items detail maintenance payments for children and a court case involving persistent cruelty allegations. The fragment mentions a defendant ordered to pay costs amounting to 25 shillings and 1 penny dated 1868, with references to witnesses and legal proceedings.
Market yarding at Midland Junction shows cattle and sheep quantities with varied prices. Cattle ranged from good to inferior with weights and terms noted. sheep and lambs count provided, with specific price bands and buyers including Elder Smith Co and Dalgetyne. Calves and pigs listed among entries, with commentary on behaviour and conditions for the period.
In a monthly letter to the Wee! Chareh News Archbiniyy wi reports the death of the Rev. E. UM, rector of Dongarra, at Perth Hospital. The notice mentions his long service, surviving family, and condolences from the community.
A Cape Angus special correspondent reports that movement toward a second Ulster committee is likely. The piece notes tension over South Africa’s role in the Territory, predicts anti-Union gains, and hints at possible transfers of mandate and European diplomacy to manage the situation amid a strained racial policy.
The Daily Chronicle discusses an excerpt from J. D. T. Loebhart's Mystics of the Sex, noting speculation about Lord Kitchenner and the death of Alachense. It questions whether the Hampshire collision was accidental or part of a plotted murder, citing remarks by Lockhart.
A terse note suggests limited chances for a certain asset as time runs late and options narrow. The message implies urgency and dependence on a single potential outcome or gateway.
Selection from a drapery clearance sale lists men’s tweed and serge suits at discounted prices, poplin outfits, shirts, hats, socks, and collars. Boys’ suits and knickers at cost, plus extensive reductions on calicoes, linens, towels, pillow slips, curtains, voiles, and assorted millinery and children's wear.
The Seat committee met on Tuesday evening with Mr. H. E Hamersley presiding. Debate covered crockery and cutlery supplies and a trotting track. A resolution urged separate road committees and a competent road engineer to improve district roads and traffic readiness. The letter to Public Works and Geralitum Town Boards sought timely consideration and a conference date.
Health Inspector Harrop reported further inspections of water tanks and other premises to locate mosquito breeding grounds. Only four tanks were free of larvae, with varying infection levels. Prosecution mooted for households failing to treat tanks, as mosquitoes swarmed along Marine Terrace.
In this excerpt Mr J G Lockhart proposes a theory for the Marie Celeste mystery. He suggests the captain’s robin contained religious items and argues religion was the most powerful force aboard, hinting at a religious influence in the voyage.
In a Glenelg Desert blaze a seven car party raced through smoke and flames to reach safety. Occupants of a motor car inhaled smoke while alighting, alar m was raised, and Mr P D Hor ing with his wife and son and Mr and Mrs Andrade fled toward home four miles away as fire and petrol fumes threatened.
Sydney physician Dr Neikirk and colleagues describe experiments on tick bites to study paralysis progression. The subject reports initial irritation diminishing after three bites, followed by progressive paralysis that left the right hand and wrist bandaged and unable to attend.
At Tamaday Local Court, Eastaugh HM Withers & Co sought enforcement of a £18 15s judgment against Victor Lewis from May 1922. Lewis, unable to pay, reported £44 earned from a well sinking contract but now in debt with four dependents. An order was set for £1 per month. Alfred Waller, a builder, promised £1 monthly revaluation to rise later.
The monthly service will be held in the School House Naragaly on Sunday afternoon at 3 o clock. Greenough Harvest Service to follow with Congregations from Greenough and Georgia Methodist joining. Service led by Horwee Pnatl and others. Postponed event to be held at Central Groom wound Church.
A fragmented description notes two film dramas shown at King's ox with titles like Wood and The Masked, featuring actors such as Carmen Pete and Chadwick. The program includes a double feature with a special presentation and a recording hero chapter.
Fragmentary OCR text shows a directory style item about vehicles for sale and damaged or salvaged cars. Names, brands, and locations are unclear due to garbled wording. No clear dates or prices are discernible.
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