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Newspaper
Geraldton Guardian
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Jul 18, 1912
Page
2
Agarized fragment lists the Australian Steam Navigation Company ships and captains with itineraries from Gersillos to Fremantle and Singapore. Names Paroo Captain Richardson Minderoo Captain Mills and Townley appear among July voyage notes, with vague ports in North West Ports and Java.
Shipping arrivals report vessels Kwinene capt Mees from Fremantle with 430 tons timber and 20 tons general cargo. Half the timber discharged, rest to be unloaded on return from Carnarvon. Passengers listed Scleskowsky Maitlams James and Fitzgerald. Also Kurnalpi from Pre Mantle with 64 tons general cargo loads timber. Kwipaha bound for Carnarvon to load sheep for Go. Atnoch from Wandagee station with Messrs McDermott McKay and Denhalme aboard.
A fragment references Chilérra at Woods with a quirky claim about a cure labeled poppermipt. The note appears as a brief, quirky item without broader context or verifiable details.
Dalgety and Co ship agents publish steamer movements: Paroo from Geraldton to Fremantle and Geraldton. Minderoo from Geraldton to Nor West ports Java and Singapore. Gorgon from Geraldton to Fremantle. Paroo from Fremantle to Geraldton and other ports. Burrumbeet sails from Sydney Melbourne Adelaide Albany and Fremantle to Geraldton.
Town Council debates for the gas works plant costing about £754, with Mayor Mr B Fuller noting the home market shortage. Council to solicit quotes from Eastern States, encouraging Australian suppliers when possible. Also notes social items from Seymour and Getakiton, including anti-shouting efforts and local police court hints.
Geraldton Rowing Club staged a Town Hall dance under clear skies with green and gold club colours. The evening featured grand marches and themed sets such as Fire Brigade Sunflower Carnival and Quaker, with attendees in coordinated costumes and prizes announced for standout outfits.
The Liedertafel group plans a twenty first grand concert Monday the 22nd at Town Hall. The program lacks classical works but offers varied pieces including Balle’s quartet and two American serenades. Solo items feature Mr Rack and Mr A W Scott with orchestral accompaniment. A humorous piece “Inside Information” targets Mrs Eddy. After the concert, a dance will follow for ticket holders with Mr F L Heymonds and Mrs Lawler providing music.
Fragmented OCR passage reports concerns about firearms in town, a child playing outdoors, and a belated notice of tender tenders for rails for a port project. Includes a personal anecdote of illness, coughing and Woods Peppermint Cure referenced as a remedy.
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