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Newspaper
Geraldton Guardian
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Jan 07, 1911
Page
2
The listing notes price changes for Black Cash Sox from 5d to 4d for girls ribbed hose in 1a 4d, now 8d. It also states girls ribbed hose is currently 6d, updated to 9d.
Evening events at Palace Gardens and Victoria Gardens in Tirtures with tours of Victoria District Turf Club Picnic and Town Hall programs listed. Auctions include S. Mackenzie’s Slert Household Furniture and stock February 15 and F Morrell’s “The Island” farm goods with Meadowcreek as auctioneer.
The Geraldton cricket carnival draws to a close with local players edging the West Australian visitors in a series of matches. Civic receptions, lively entertainments, and a boost to regional pride mark the visit, while plans for another rearrival and continued fraternity between coast and goldfields emerge.
Special request entertainment by the Kennevs. a select social concert at the Town Hall with illustrated songs and portraits after church. Also warns against dangerous practice of throwing orange peels and skins on footpaths as several near misses have occurred and authorities urged to stop it.
A box truck load of second hand mining machinery including a large fly wheel arrived in Northampton for Fremantle Tracise Company. The item lists include a social presentation at the Presbyterian Church, a missing man search for John Martin, and a Victoria Gardens film program with many titles. Weather, farewell events for H C Davies, and a Wesley Church sermon are noted.
A special general meeting at the Victoria District Flour Mill discussed funding gaps after the Union Bank refused further wheat advances. Directors led by A. T. Mountain proposed a new £2,000 debenture issue at 7 percent to raise capital, with a three-year redemption plan. Directors and farmers weighed asset values, debts, and potential gains from increased shares.
International cricket report on the South African and Australian elevens starting at Adelaide Oval in warm weather. South Africa bowled first with scores led by Llewellyn and Sundries, total 279 for 5 in the first innings amid transmission errors noting Faulkner and Whitty among bowled dismissals.
In a resumed association cricket game Railways battled Geraldton at Queen's Park. Geraldton were bowled out for a small total in the first innings and, after a second innings push, the score stood with Railways chasing as the press time approached.
A steady stream of guests arrives for a seaside stay with families from Minoenew. The letter notes Mrs St Kraynor Mrs J Thomas and others camping on the beach seeking sea air and suggests shelters to attract more summer visitors. A local child named Wataen of Stress- Sirs suffers mumps and is treated by Dr Burtiel with hopes for a quick recovery.
Advertises Clement's Tonic as a remedy for nerve, stomach, liver, and kidney diseases caused by stomach neglect. Claims to purify the blood, strengthen nerves and heart, and lengthen life across West Australia regions including Kalgoorlie and Albany. Urges readers to buy at stores or chemists to get well.
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