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Newspaper

Geraldton Guardian

Location

Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia

Date

Jul 27, 1916

Page

2

Sample Sale at Coliseum Offers Bargains on Hats and Coats

The Coliseum advertises a grand sample sale with bargains on ladies and children's felt hats and coats. Shoppers can find underclothes, nightdresses, combinations, underwear, corsets, dresses, and curtains in French, British, and other fabrics. Includes silks, velvets, and ribbons with marked discounts and special prices.

Wintec Ead Bargasns Donegal Amd Stotch Ropes Amd Chariot

Tally Sheets Printed On Varamaee 2 By Taf

Fragmentary OCR text mentions tally sheets printed on varamaee 2 by taf with unclear ta tay details. No definite names, dates, places, or organizations are readable to establish a full item.

Saswers

Government Defeat Ends Scaddan Administration

The government lost a vote on adjournment by four, 24 to 20, triggering Scaddan’s resignation to the Governor. Sir Letroy suspended the motion, paving a rapid transition to a new administration as officials prepare for the handover and public reaction.

Frank Wilson Sir Letroy Themelves Seaddan Scaddan Air Wilson

Bargain Frenzy Draws Friends to Unheard-of Shares

A local sales wave sees steady crowds as friends recruit others for supposed bargains. The message spreads via word of mouth, with shoppers chasing claimed discounts and special offers across nearby shops.

Labour Collapse Foreseen as Wilson Faces Finances

The article suggests an end to the Labour Administration with Mr Wilson preparing to announce a new policy. It notes the absence of Country Party names and predicts a shift to responsibility for governing. Financial restraint is urged, with expectations of reduced deficits and a more satisfactory fiscal outlook under a Liberal administration. Street scenes mention children and vehicle traffic.

Wmbu Wilson Orst Wisatte

Continuation Classes Social At State School Saturday Night

The second term continuation classes will end with a social at the State School on Saturday evening. The Barkering will be restricted to students and their friends to build confidence for entertainment, promising a pleasant time. Shipping notes report sourcing from Mowry Heitmann and Rickes about arranging a steamer call at Geraldton during Kurualpi’s overhaul. The Bambra will bring Geraldton cargo, Minderoe due August 19, and the S Perth to make a special trip within three weeks to aid supplies and reduce disruption.

Fremantle Melbourne Steamship Co the &S Perth Geraldton Singapore Hereldton

Sudden Death Motion and Dissolution Refusal in Assembly

Report from Perth July 96 describes a heated legislative session where a motion titled sudden death was defeated amid laughter. The Governor refused dissolution and opposition leader F Wilson was summoned as the Country Party signals cooperation with the Government. Also details a State Savings Bank scheme allowing small weekly deposits to fund War Loan bonds.

Perth F. Wilson Willmott Country Party

Next Meeting in Perth July 27 Sees Liberal Government Loom

The text forecasts a Liberal government formation after the July 27 Perth meeting with key posts named. Premier and Colonial Treasurer Frank Wilson is expected to lead, followed by Ministers for Lands and Agriculture, Mines and Railways, Attorney General Mitchell, and others including Minister for Water Supply, Colonial Secretary, and ministers without portfolio Osiebateh, Dy San, and Connolly.

Perth Frank Wilson Mitchell Robinson George Osiebateh M.L.C Dy San MLC Connolly

Personal Items. Three Berks travel ofahsomas granted

A muddled clipping notes a decision by authorities granting further travel permissions. Names and places are unclear, but the fragment implies a legal or administrative action affecting an individual and associated officials last night.

Gouneir

Australians at Marseilles battlefront noted for resilience

Soldiers praise Anzacs after landing in Marseilles as they adapt to French trench warfare. They face heavy artillery and new weapons while learning tactics from the Huns and adjusting to life in mobile billets with beds and furniture, amid mixed gallantry and grit.

Marseilles Tring France Jucko Fritz Gallipol Gallipoli

War Funds Appeals and Repatriation Efforts Criticized

Various appeals related to wartime zones were discussed before the Muntegen Council. The War Council secretary and government officials criticized meddling and urged funds be directed to regaining soldiers safety. A Children’s Fund secretary noted large anticipated need and urged a bringing of aid, with a provisional committee appointment in response to women’s health concerns and charity drives.

Muntejgat Council War Council Orm Cosmaré Goviva Tretan

Perth Turf Meeting Race Events At Canning Park

At Perth Canning Park July meeting the card lists six events with second and third class plates, a Woolree Handicap, and notable horses such as Bright Face Extortion Rendezvous and Sunbury participants. Races include Maddington Brush Steeple and Queers Park Handicap with times posted for afternoon events.

Perth Mt Fellows St Canning Ls Treavibe Seatiourse Ridey Harty Beves Fariogm Bright Face Mosbor Gillest Moomveon Madkington Brush Psu

Geraldton Council Meeting Notes and Vague Budget Debate

Fragmented OCR text describes a Geraldton municipal council meeting with muddled references to the mayor, council members, town clerk, and plans for a builder's project. It mentions discussion of a uniform town code, approval of a plan, and questions about effects of a recent program, but details are garbled and unclear.

Fleur Mi de Builder

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