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Newspaper
Geraldton Guardian
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Jan 03, 1928
Page
2
Advertisement notes a sale of household furniture and effects by Bozle Bros under Mrs Vivian’s instructions at the Police Quarters Eleanor Street, set for the upcoming Thursday. Weather and events wrap the page with New Year reflections, mystery air planes, and social gatherings at the Victoria Hotel and King’s Theatre.
A death notice reports the passing yesterday of Howdabes Donk MLL, with no further biographical details provided in the readable text.
A right handed watch in a local bowling competition highlighted several players including D'Atton Walker Vine Burker Gerben Allen Constantine Leeder Woitersom and Esc Ao Tenant Thomas. The events spanned Saturday afternoon and Monday singles rounds with Hover and Leviter among participants.
A highly garbled page segment mentions Charles Edward, a figure who died after 174, with notes on gates, tanks, and a surname Tankersley. The text references Harisler, a day left, and several incomplete phrases, painting a blurred obituary-like notice with unclear dates and events.
Hovering over a small town obituary recounts the death of Hertie Mitchell aged about 60. He was a prominent local figure, son of the late Captain Mitchell, builder of Western Australia connections, and active in Geraldton, Northampton, and surrounding districts. The funeral, led by Rev J P Davoren with Masonic honors, drew a large cortege and marked the end of a life devoted to mining and pastoral work, social causes, and community affairs.
Mrs. W Ward aged many years died peacefully on New Year’s morning at her residence in Fitzgerald Mercer street after years of illness. Survived by husband Frank Ward and family, she lived with Mary Harrison in Western Australia for a period. Funeral held at Auglland Cemetery conducted by Reverend Vine.
The Perth carnival spotlighted the Railway Stakes and Perth Cup with Dawn of Youth causing talk after clever handling by Handicapper Braham. Phoenix Park saluted as Cup winner amid long odds while An Fair disappointed, and Purvis alleged interference as several favorites faltered.
A Pemtonville church, Mt. Janes Church, faces imminent collapse of the north wall and possible gallery failure. Rev. Weobert Pullers warns the structure is dangerous, with possible further damage from timber and masonry, reflecting lingering peril after a yearslong report.
Melbourne reports a dominant Victoria innings with Ponsford scoring 335 of 617. The day saw two new records, surpassing Grace’s 300 career scores and a five consecutive hundred tally, while Rings contributed to a total exceeding 1,000 runs. Victoria 637 in first innings, Ponsford 336, Woodall 146. South Australia replied with a brief first innings and a longer second, details incomplete.
A serious accident occurred Friday near Gotha fatally injuring Wallie Brows a well known farmer. He rode in an empty water truck when the wheel axle failed and the vehicle plunged into a deep gully. Brows crawled free but sustained a fractured pelvis and internal injuries. An operation was performed late Friday night. The funeral was held Sunday with many friends attending from Mutha and Gutha. The service was conducted by the Hes ALG Howse.
The program lists diverse music and acts for Barbara Worth night. Mose lovers will hear selections from Poet and Painter and other popular strains. Sidney Murray appears in For the Love of Mike with a mix of comedy and song. Harrison Ford and Hugh Cameron are mentioned in a riotous comedy lineup. The page teases upcoming films including Big Photoplays Screaming on Fish and other titles with star names in a bustling entertainment section.
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