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Newspaper
Geraldton Guardian
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Jan 13, 1916
Page
2
Fragmentary text notes Charon Joa aidtou on January 1 and a travel mention from Geraldon to Nor with references to ports Java. The readable bits point to a maritime or travel context with unclear names and dates.
January 13 1916 reports municipal finances with actual debit balance and notes on funds. St Patrick's Day survey planned for Natuiwah Uymba Stores. Obituary: Mrs Farrell of Seaview Terrace widow of Conor Farrell veteran and sister of prominent locals. funeral at RC cemetery with local pallbearers listed.
The Wheat Conference in Geraldton discusses hand ho wheat and transport to the interior. Delegates from the Commission and local officials plan information gathering, with views on export focus and cooperation with the mayor and council. Recruiting sergeants and river preservation efforts also feature in the week’s notices.
Fragmentary reminiscences describe a secretary and party members driving to Bull River dam. The text notes a return to Perth and a plan for Mr Dhew to stay until tomorrow evening. Heitmann is mentioned with an uncertain stay of about four weeks in Germany.
Authority held to adopt model bylaws under series B of the Health Art for 1911 12. The move formalizes procedural standards and completes initial enactment steps for local health governance.
Telegrams report a more hopeful situation as workers expect an early resumption. The Karrawans Union backed delegates with full power by 161 to 2, and firewood companies are open to arbitration if both sides agree. A return to work is anticipated early next week.
About 500 members of the Wharf Labourers Union may be thrown out of work tomorrow unless insured overtime rates and wheat handling conditions are settled. Minister Hagelthorn warned that if resumption of work does not occur, steps will be taken to involve many farmers in resolving the dispute.
New South Wales reports quoted Prime Minister Hughes avoiding merits of the Broken Hill dispute but urging arbitration court settlement. Aquatic Sports committee notes a Christmas New Year port schedule and a meeting at Pardwell's office. Treasurer H Watterson presented finances, showing funds aligned to allotment and all accounts paid. Committee plans future similac efforts, to reconvene in October.
Geraldton council debated route preference for the coast road versus the inland through Howes to Wila. The Mayor labeled the coast road the worse option and favored the inland route after lengthy discussion. A public appeal to support the Queen’s Care fund for injured soldiers and dependents was approved with plans for a mass meeting and fundraising drive led by local organizers.
Last Saturday the Balers running event had only eight participants as the capper secured the places. Nelly showed promise developing into a top setter and may gain wider recognition in future meets. Next Saturday afternoon the competition continues with plans for improved turnout.
A cabinet secretary indicated a motor vendor Kamgaroo would deliver freight to Geraldton within a fortnight, signaling a resumption of civic transport arrangements. The ministerial briefing suggested further examinations and steps to secure onward passage.
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