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Geraldton Guardian

Location

Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia

Date

Jan 24, 1920

Page

4

Prospects at Meeratharra mining notes by A L Roberts

Report from Meeratharra detailing ore findings at 1108 feet level with strong underfoot conditions as management considers descending five more levels. Mentions water problems, price signals for gold, and limited local capital. Notes small producers, Meeka area involvement, and past crushing outputs from Parking, Buytey, Campbel, and Johns respectively with significant ore from the Tide field.

L Roberts Wreven Lace Bell Ak Mesias J. Mutter Meekathares Meekaiharea Mesary Parking Buytey Campbel Jobmtas Cee Ceil Sani Meawrs Parking Ieytey

Gunbout Smith Boxer's Glowing Claim Amid Rivalry

Gunbout Smith, the wed kunwa boxer, declares his world title reign and a best victory as a guide to past feats. He notes his fearlessness and acrobatic jump, insisting his power remains strong while reflecting on a recent bout and lingering doubts about the outcome.

Gunbout Smith Despatet Smith Kane

Local Club Elects Officers and Plans Meeting

A 1920 election and treasurer's report were presented at a meeting led by Mr Dum ent jresided over by 3 poo attend ee as members. Mr H. F. Hamersley proposed the motion praising the executive and new treasurer Wick for the coming year. Members applauded the club's progress, while a suggestion to form an executive committee was set for February Catherine's Hall Greenough. Attendance stood at 66 of 72 members with a balance sheet showing a surplus after liabilities and costs.

J. Dument H. F. Hamersey A. W. Hamersley H. F. Haveetey Duncan R. W. Hambraley L. Thiean Pis Cague A. C. Clinchaie Sxd Catherine's Hall Greenough Secreary Finnnelius Aid Mod Necetary

Southern crops thrive across the region

The report notes record yields in the South with wheat stacking up as prices rise. Officials praise the harvest, citing abundant crops, a strong 1919 season outlook, and a wave of returning soldiers aiding farming progress.

Cofemel Ft. Pope Agricult Contin Derforedt

Tank tank futu rewar the deadly weapon tanks

A late 19th century fragment describes future war tanks with swift designs and high speed capabilities. It mentions a limousine like armored vehicle, a biker type, and a water capable craft. Experts warn tanks could quell rioters using gas discharge and deadly infantry support.

Daiy HG. Weis Wiles Scross Kyia

Ratepayers Meeting Reviews 1919 Year and Rates Recovery

January 17 meeting chaired by A C Cheech with ratepayer representatives present. Government auditor’s report shows rates collection at 100 pounds 17 shillings 0 pence current and 8 pounds 10 shillings 3 pence in arrears, surpassing 96.48 percent prior year. Licenses yielded 307 pounds 2 shillings 6 pence, road inspector noted thirty miles of road in good order, expenditures detailed for salients and construction with the supervisor praised for diligence.

Messs A.C. Ci L. Duscns W Criddie Ameraca KW Hameraley A C. Cheech Amiver H. FE. Hameratey Ix Torwanding Terval

Lusitania Captain’s Evidence At Secret Inquiry

Testimony from Captain W. T. Tumness at the secret Mersey inquiry reveals Admiralty instructions and wireless messages in March to steer a mid channel course, avoid headlands, and pass harbors at speed. He explains he did not zigzag unless a submarine sighting, despite standard safety practice, and faces questioning from the Attorney General about adherence to warnings.

W. T. Tumness Lusitania Lord Mersey Central Hall Westminster Timess Capeais Turse Admiralty Ubmares Ireland Liverpool Fastnet Kish Channel Contikent Muarines Clear Sizhtved Lever Bea

Wheat Pool Scheme Backed by Victorian Agriculture Chamber

At a chamber conference the Victorian Chamber of Agriculture and the Farmers Union advanced a continuation of the pool system for handling and selling Australia's wheat harvests. They urged compulsory adoption, federal assurances, and a three commissioner per state structure with representation from wheat growers and a grain commissioner. State Wheat Boards would fix fair quality standards and enable sales to meet overseas needs, with elector districts based on railway centers for voting.

Victorian Chamber of Agoculture Chamber of Agscuiture Cnica Beimg Wee Chamber

Victoria District Turf Club Weights For Monday Races

The weights listed for six furlong races at Victoria district turf club include Muz Rose at 9.0 atop Second Class Plate with rivals such as Spartinec 9.75 Skilling 9.4 and Honor Bowed 9.3. Also listed are Coola 9.7 Misa Bday 8.12 Nacra Tarra 8.0 and others for January Handicap and related events. Several lines appear garbled with misspellings and incomplete names.

Muz Rose Hlavigny Callowa Spartinec Skilling Honor Bowed Barberzan Something Warm Corrie Loch Crewe Azure Bay Coola Misa Miss Malera Nacra Tarra Mydales le Roi Some Blaze

Buying Wives In Leama and the Cost of Brides Worldwide

The text describes arranged marriage costs in various regions, detailing bride payments in animals and goods. It cites Navajo, Samoyede, Kisane, Mustani, and Timor residents, noting values such as cows, horses, oxen, elephants, and rice as forms of dowry or bride price across cultures.

Indie Mustani Roth Timor Lane Malay Archipelago

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