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Newspaper
Geraldton Guardian
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Jan 17, 1928
Page
3
Fragmentary text references wool, Honiton, and estimates of prices per piece with garbled names and figures. Key entities are unreadable. no coherent event or outcome is identifiable from the readable portion.
The Western Australian court examines awards for the Murchison miners. Judges consider the Kalgoorlie award as baseline and debate general allowances for railway workers. The ruling notes Sed 2 shillings and other stipends, amid calls for broader compensation.
Turbulent weather in January disrupts dances and transport while cricket clubs report low attendance. Postal service introduces new districts in Memlet unt Wougundy amid delays. A tractor accident on Saturday injures Notwan Vilriek of Temimtew with favorable prognosis. Local farm and road projects progress as holiday makers resume travel.
The text discusses claims about the world’s tallest tree, referencing various countries and researchers. It mentions measurements, heights near fifteen hundred feet, and debates over which tree holds the record, with sporadic notes on locations and individuals involved in the inquiry.
Entries announced for the first day of the Victorian District Tart Club meeting at Agricultural Society grounds. Races listed include Six Furlongs Jubilee Hillamere Handicap, Seven Furlongs Yallalong Handicap, Woodbine Handicap, Yanght Handicap, Newmanbacka Sandicay, and the Ulraldt on Cup with numerous horses and owners named.
The report to the committee concluded no further action on income concerns. The Gimcrack Club marked its history with engravings of the Grey horse and the 1845 winner Golden Prawn, while J J Neumann’s Black Watch triumphed in August, with J B Reid as breeder and James Metcalfe chairing the event.
In a lively Saturday bowing event the league fixture ended with tight scores as Walker’s swans led by Sweden and others pushed for victory but fell short. Mrs. T. J. Jeph and Mrs. Lovelamb hosted an afternoon gathering that was well received by players. Upcoming meeting at 7:30 PM Wednesday invites Bowlers to discuss important matters.
Perth Weel Sele Dalgety and Co report an active telegraph sale with high turnout and brisk bidding. Bradford representatives led interest as America bought all superior merino fleece. top price reached 32 3d for a ton of merino fleece.
A Perth telegram fragment notes price details for four bales and a calculated recount. The readable text hints at market movements and a pending preview of the scare related figures.
A northern port event hosted by The W Wallan Partner Limited invites Sherp, Hur, dad Carthe na and other items. The notice lists various featured features and aims to attract attendees to the sale day.
Still no signs of airmen Lieut Moncrieff and Capt Howler after their aeroplane disappearance. Land and sea parties press on around Wellington as the sea scare ends and back country patrols continue the search.
A failing voyage from Richmont to New Zealand ends with Captain Hood and Lieutenant Monrrieff missing after their plane reportedly nearly reached its target. Crews aboard the vessel report uncertainty, with searches and interviews abroad continuing to trace the aviators' fate.
The article previews upcoming cinema offerings with stars like Jack Scullell Dorothy Mackaill and George O'Brien in drama and caper comedies. It highlights "The Road to Broadway" with Falith Roberts and notes panels on thrillers and comedies, including "The Cut and" and "the Canary" as marquee titles for Friday and Saturday.
A confused report claims early British and American developments in aircraft and submarines. It notes folding wing planes, unseen by the public, and hints at restricted naval pay details. The Admiralty guards secrets while official circles call the timing ill advised.
Fragmentary OCR text shows a local firm advertising various items and services. The readable parts mention cattle and equipment in a confused, garbled format with no clear event or outcome. Further context or source text is needed for a precise summary.
A chaotic notice states that at 2 pm QLDER, MATTE & Co Limited will offer by auction property from the owner s estate. Items include a contractor s sinking fund and various farm implements such as a plough and draught horses. Further entries follow with unclear details and names.
Readable entries show a summer shoe sale with numerous styles and discounts. Boots, pumps, sandals, and Mary Jane styles are listed with original and sale prices in shillings, including One-bar Shoes, Baby Spike patches, and patent leather options. Strong entities include brands, styles, and price points typical of a period sale.
The notice mentions a contract for conveyance of mails awarded to a local firm and a forthcoming meeting in the town with officials presiding. It cites names such as H F Carn and H Halt and references a Mayoralty gathering and related arrangements.
A garbled cricket note mentions players and innings but is largely unreadable with many misspelled names and disrupted phrases. The fragment suggests early wickets and possible weather or commentary but no clear outcome or entities.
Announcement from PT BRIDGE Cistirmian by order of the board states Mr Gorge Attriff of Min An has been appointed Vermin Smepce effective January 1.
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