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Newspaper
Geraldton Guardian
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Jan 24, 1925
Page
2
A local appeal reports a 2 pound donation to the Visiting Morse Scheme toward a motor road project. Mrs Magriplis adds 10 shillings to the amount, with a further 1 pound from apathe at the Pictures. Messages note multiple attendees and a railway extension discussion in Muallowan.
The Colonial Secretary and Railway Commission discuss reforming lines and schedules amid political notes. A rowing club outlines a regatta with heats, prizes, and a public beach marquee, while Venice mandates gasoline meters for gumdolas affecting city transport and economy with mixed impact on traffic and commerce.
A civil farewell at Conseil Chambers marked the retirement of Mr Keateh from the position of District Superintendent. Speakers praised his railway service and community leadership, noting his fair dealings, wartime efforts, and dedication to Geraldton while wishing him health and happiness in retirement.
The City Band led by Dr. Chas Lupp performs a well chosen program on Sunday evening on the lawns after church with a band fund collection. A grand Monte Carlo dance is planned for Monday night in Town Hall with the latest music and prizes. spectators welcome. The Queen's Theatre tonight features The Romance of the Outdoors and Williamson Russell in addition to comedies. The Ramblin’ Rd will be shown Monday night as well. On Wednesday and Thursday Joe with Arthur Tauckert and Don't Call I Love with Agnes Ayses and Jack Molt also appear.
A fragment describes a dog from Ui McDonald performing a clever act at the Warterton Show driving a rooster into a biscuit tin at the oval center. The dog’s pivot work and perseverance are noted as it fits the tin, highlighting unusual animal exhibition skill.
The monthly meeting lists members A M Gillam acting chairman and others. They received correspondence on the amended Traffic Act and a request to allow motor traffic along the rabbit fence. They debated license fee impacts, favoring motor trucks for station work equal to wagons, and considered seeking board opinions on the Murchison matter. They did not approve the rabbit fence proposal due to extensive fence length and maintenance costs. Gates on Werargn road were being erected and a corner clearing at Gabyon road junctions was planned. Wagons bogged on sand runs. Mr Gillam to arrange further actions. Recounts totaling 0/10 were pushed for payment.
Telegraph and weather briefings note renewed rainfall easing drought in Urchison area. Water levels rise at Yalgoo Day and Meekatharra line dams, with rail and agricultural activity resuming as forecasts predict unsettled weather and heavy clouds.
The report recalls a farewell for Gee Work at the Geraldton church in Western Australia. Archdeacon and others praise his long service, noting his role in church and community, while colleagues express gratitude and reminisce on travels, stage work, and shared journeys.
A garbled minutes report notes a Friday meeting on March 3 with discussion on purchases, grazing leases, and financial statements. Applications and accounts totaling funds were presented for payment.
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