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Newspaper
Geraldton Guardian
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Jul 06, 1915
Page
2
Fragmentary 1915 Portuguese style reference mentions Geraldton latitude and longitude with dates in July and quarter notes. Content is garbled and incomplete, no coherent events or named organizations can be established from the readable text.
Farmers in Western Australia report varied conditions with rain scarce last year and abundant hay weathering drought risks this season shows a more hopeful trend. Despite past shortages, many believe harvest prospects may be strong, with predictions of a bumper yield if favorable weather continues and no major setbacks occur.
A July 1915 discussion emphasizes the vital role of a strong harvest for Michigan’s future. It argues efforts to rebuild agricultural markets, boost farm incomes, and support private aid amid wartime taxes are essential. Strong harvests could stabilize finances and spur recovery for the county and state.
Masra Dalgety and Co Ltd reports shell steamers movements with vessels leaving Geraldion for Fre amntie around July 16. Paroo departs Eremands for Ger aldtine on July 11. Hares sails from Geraldion to Nort hearrts Java Singapore on July 21. Veraklion heads to Kee mantle on or about March 30. Fremainle bound for Ver aldians Nor West juts Java. Adlane Lavi bound for Fremantle July. Albany slated August 25. Adelane Melbourne gad Sydney voyage notes appear.
Governor inaugurates West Australian Day on July aimed at raising funds to comfort Dardanelles veterans about to return home. A council meeting at 8 pm in Geraldton seeks broad support from Patriotic Fund and Red Cross committees and Municipal Council, with large public turnout anticipated. Also notes local fruit display in Northampton and June gold output across Day Dawn, Mt Magnet, Meekatharra and Black Range mines.
In February 1919 a public notice in Garetin warns against exporting vessels and parts without approval from a minister, citing national security. It mentions a 67 year old man Jmeyh Drew and a death in Geraldton with funeral details. Shipping notes report the S S Gorgon voyage to Singapore with cargo and passengers. Weather, river reservoir management, and local robberies are briefly reported, along with plans to expand automatic telephone exchanges in the Commonwealth. A church committee meeting in Geraldton discusses support for a project, and local social events, trophies, and a doubles tournament are noted.
A letter from a Geraldton Expeditionary Force member written May 3 at Ras El Tin Alexandria describes landing on a hostile shore after two months at sea. He details bayonet assault under fire, heavy casualties, and a wounded comrade, ending with a desire to return home.
A disjointed war letter lauds the 3rd Brigade for bravery while condemning Turkish cruelty. It recalls brutal shelling, mangled casualties, and the Navy's gunfire after landing. The writer describes fear, grim humor, a longing for peace, and hope to return to the front again, despite the horror.
The Premier Mr Readilen told Boulder last week the Government would begin the Esperance Railway at the earliest opportunity. Material is on order and the jetty will be rebuilt to carry two locomotives once it arrives. The road bed will serve as the railway, eliminating earthworks, with rails to be laid once the line bed is ready. Land surveying for the 12 mile buffer on each side will start immediately to prevent past selection issues.
A stroke contest on the local links last Saturday saw poorer scores due to strong winds. The course had its flag cleared after improvements. Results list players such as Bagle HW Morrison ACW Banks T and Flegettauls ALN Aluarfer 4.8 Melonald Roberta Clarke. A second event is planned for next Saturday.
Remits show Midlamt Junction 47 defeated Late iica 7 while East Fremantle 40 beat Iowa Fremantle 18. Exot Perth 48 beat West Perth 132% best North Fremantle 05.
A report from Southan T. of the Daily News notes a gold discovery near Phillips River with six fences of vest found and a width up to 40 miles. Mr McDemabd plans further observations and potential prospecting, urging Mines to evaluate the site for water supply and transportation needs before a dry season.
A garbled Geraldton report notes a poor turnout of eleven for a shunting event and four debut sears entered, with plans for next Saturday’s Breame Cup matches and two Geraldton teams drawn against each other. The article also mentions church attendance, a controversial sermon, and volunteer recruitment drives by local groups.
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