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Newspaper
Geraldton Guardian
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Jul 17, 1928
Page
2
Fragmentary OCR text mentions coast events and a period around 117 19, with vague references to programs and a person named Wes Unger. The garbled content hints at a discussion of schedules or fare and possible evening offerings without clear details or concrete facts.
The fragment lists multiple place names and numbers in a weather related notice from the Weather Bureau. It appears to be a table style report with speeds or measurements for locations such as Maynards Nebaws and Mingenew Servne, followed by stray terms and punctuation.
In loving memory of James Stokes who died at Geraldton on July 17. Inserted by his wife Temity and family. Also remembrance for Richard Ward who passed away at Gersictom on July 17, 1928. Ever remembered by daughter and son in Sydney.
Weather notes warn very heavy west and south west gales extending to the Bight with rough north west winds offshore. A motor car accident on Chapman Hill injures a ten year old girl. driver E Tepp of Nubaya treated at Victoria Hospital. Tonight’s entertainment raises funds for Geraktion Week with Mullins and tie Baaja, featuring Adam and Evil and Woman’s War story. usual prices.
A crowded scene recalls Mr. Syd Cameron and his service with the Government of the Federated States over the past years. The report notes his three positions and contributions amid shifting oversight and policy in the recent era.
Local notes announce Bert Bailey will present a convincing act at King's Theatre Friday with Mick en tovade Woke and Miss Besumont in supporting roles. Plans include stage stores and On Que Selection, with a famous Bailey production set for Saturday matinee and evening shows and Monday performances.
Passengers including Mr A T Hardwicke and his daughter were aboard a vessel trapped by rough seas and impassable conditions. With barometer at 29.00 and radio links strained, crew planned to relay a Perth message indirectly as the ship could not reach the jetty.
A damaged OCR fragment mentions damages to the town and references night activities. The text is incomplete and lacks clear names, dates, or specific events.
The Era, anchored near the breakwater, dragged anchors during last night's storm. The vessel, owned by Winter Brandt and Co, returned to the slip after repairs but incurred heavy damage. Insurance likely not covering the loss, with the boat valued at £2000 and an uncertain recovery outlook.
The Municipal Engineer reported to the Municipal Council on Marine Terrace costs with total expenditure to date and projected finish at £7,182 plus related charges. A saving plan030 proposed by adjusting surface work on Fitzgerald Street to Gregory Street could cut £200 to £400. The report supports completing the terrace as planned, despite foundation issues and extra masonry. Separately the Visiting Nurse Scheme discussed replacing an old car, opening a fund via local subscriptions to raise funds, with donations promised from multiple agents and branches.
The article lists multiple film attractions at local theatres including Ladien Night co featuring Dorothy Mackail and Jack Medel, Our mission to make people happy, Wolfe pangs and Thunder the dog, The Climbers with Irene Rich, and Washington Square mystery drama. It notes Edward Small of Asher Sasal Mogets producing First National comedy aimed to entertain with everyday life humor. Kingsford Smith Brisbane arrival film at King's Theatre and a terrifically odd dialogue about a little girl questioning marriage wrap the piece.
The text cap shows partial references to a community gathering with mentions of a picnic, a monster event, a tractor demonstration, and a dance scheduled to be held in a hall. It references local people such as Simpeon and A. Diprose and notes large attendance at a prior event, but many words are garbled.
A twelve member team from Northampton visits local enthusiasts for a Sunday match. Fourteen errors in the report omit key details but indicate upcoming fixtures and a club trophy to be awarded to the best performer, with notices calling members to attend and confirm participation.
The June report from Chapman Experiment Farm manager Jeffreys notes 26 points rainfall, 170 below the 23 year average, and year to date registration 717 points, 183 below average. Cattle and sheep work includes lamb marking, culling crows, feeding adjustments due to green forage shortage, and renewed paddock use. Pedigreed herd arrival marked the first week of the month. autumn plowing began mid month with 67 acres followed. Natural stock increase efforts are prioritized amid shortages.
Vecchia's cough and cold tonic advertised at 2 shillings per bottle post sixpence. The ad promotes relief for coughs, colds and similar symptoms with a simple remedy from Vecchia's.
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