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Newspaper
Geraldton Guardian
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Jan 28, 1915
Page
3
The report outlines naval battles with British ships returning and German activity in the Baltic and near Mie, plus trench fighting, zepelin capture, and fleet maneuvers. It notes Liberty and Raglan vessels, positions near coastlines, and casualty mentions amid broad naval engagement details.
Fragmented dispatch describes a submarine sighting off the German coast, British trawlers and ships in action, and aerial observations. It mentions heavy fire, casualties, and naval exchanges with German forces during a broader push along the coast. The report blends chaos and fighting with uncertain wording and dates.
Distress fund notes show subscriptions received by the committee led by Mrs Kempton Mayorcas. The fragment lists amounts and receipts, with references to weights and prices, and totals around the 27 shillings area. Readable names and precise details are limited by the damaged OCR.
Mr W B Fallowfield, treasurer of the Gyraldion Patriotic Fund, acknowledged receipts of 783 pounds 12 shillings and 43 pounds 65 shillings from various sources, totaling 40 pounds 18 shillings 4 pence. The Guardian Shilling Fund notes a weekly subscription from Mr W Tock’s employees.
The council debated a by law proposal and referred it to the committee. August 38 was noted for an application deadline. A motion by Mr Eugyp to extend the permit was defeated. renewal was set for a later date.
In a disputed meeting two applications were received for hall use by the Town Mall project. Mr Tippett urged allowing the Wait Way for calling while Mr Lapp questioned the plan. The mayor declared the amount for the hall at stake and the motion passed unanimously after contested deliberations and a late vote.
Our Own Correspondent reports on Willand company man Struttrige aided by Alness, as Newsway signals a shift toward fundraising for Home Mission at a Sunday church collection. The Rev J G Jenkin of your Laws will speak February 5, and Perth’s Staion is expected to field a permanent WA Bank appointment shortly amid local civic activity. A cricket match at Donzaria on Saturday saw Mouny William and Ban Sarma clubs clash, with the former winning in a tense finish.
At a recent council gathering discussions centered on assigning works for Augustine Street and potential creation of Iyvatin Street. Cr Stone and Cr Bart commented on approval patterns while Cr Soin suggested delaying until a formal contract is secured. The committee indicated tasks could proceed, with a Saturday start for Isyata Street formation if confirmed.
The Players Company presents a big Ring and Man drama with violin and impersonations. Performances promise popular appeal as public excitement builds for the show across the week. Tickets may go fast at the theatre intake with seating limited.
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