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Geraldton Guardian

Location

Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia

Date

Jul 27, 1926

Page

2

Local and General News Summary from Geraldton

Mixed dispatch from Geraldton and surrounding areas reports on a missing Salay cook from Ellagalla station. Police plan searches assisted by trackers. other items note orange grove specimens and a Parish Hall event. A court case involves a Co operative Store break in and goods stolen. Military artillery men seek revival of the Artillery Comrades Association with a memorial plan in Perth. Medical and X ray miner examinations are scheduled across districts including Gulewa and Geraldton. Rabbit pest control discussions occur at a regional conference with calls for urgent action and water measures.

Marsis Mullens Yestralay Mullew Mullewa Morris Bensons Geraldton

Fatal motor accident and civic notes from Perth papers

A Perth hospital reports Walter Blackwood, 50, of Rivervale, died from injuries after a car collision on July 15 near Rivervale railway crossing on Guildford road. The driver Henry Lorrimer Forrester, of Northern Gall y, gave a dazed account to police. The clipping also discusses Australia Day celebrations and church activities in Perth, Auckland and Atlantic City, plus local obituaries and mining news.

Walter Blackwood Northwood Road Rivervale Henry Lorrimer Forrester Norther Gally Guildford Road Perth Forrester

Wickerina Reservoir rises as creeks fill water body

Reports show Wickerinas reservoir depth has climbed to 10 feet 6 inches after a fortnight with four additional feet more needed to full it. Rainfall and creek flow remain vital for further filling while streams run moderately.

Wickerins Wickerina

Geraldton Notes and Society Items in Brief

The item notes arrivals and departures on the 5 Wearinesn train. W B Pallowdield travels from Geraldton to Perth and Mr Kim Holmes also departs for Perth. The Marion engagement of Marion Hamersley to J Hampelen Carr is announced. Duncan Jamies McGarr and Frank Artin Barratt appointed Justices of the Peace. Sir A Te Smith promoted to Northam district management. The Geraldton stock department and Menura Dalgety’s changes are noted as well as a farewell to local friends before the Great War.

W.B. Pallowdield Geraldton Perth Kim Holmes Roc - Dy Marion H. F. Hamersley Well Station J. Hampelen Carr Langton Hamypstyn Care South Australia Duncna Jamies McGanr Init Uo' Yura Bern Northmapion Muir Sorial Frank Artin Barratt Wubin Victoria Magistriet A. Te Smith Menura Dalgety First Northam Ani Geraldton Hhow

Victoria District Leads State Wheat Harvest in 1925

State statistics show Victoria District posting the highest average wheat yield with a total harvest of 20,468,405 merels from 2,171 mero. Northern areas report strong yields such as Ajarn Hintrich 14.7 bushels per acre and Three Springs at 15.2, while York and Beverley districts also record solid averages. The report notes ongoing cultivation along the Wongan line and expects Victoria to challenge for the aggregate field sales.

Victoria Vietoria Ajarn Hintrich Northampton Ais Chapmac Valley Muagemewt Yond Murowa Perenjoriamd Carnanmh Nortlam Northans York Brnce Rock Beverley Firthrt Byahela Narrogia

Dredge Shutdown Ties Geraldton Harbour Works

Geraldton harbour work halts as the dredge Sir William Matthews remains idle after a wage dispute. Union claims waterside rates apply for moving the dredge and fuelling, while management argues the Docks River and Harbour Union is responsible, with pay set at 1 15/2 or 1 8/0 per week depending on task. A 120 ton coal bin is placed on the viaduct and will be used when operations resume.

William Matthews Esterday Aml ALWU Irs Geraldton Denne

Settlement prompt stalls Jumpers cases at harbour works

Late this afternoon a telex from Harbour Works reports the government will pause Jumpers cases until the punt is completed. A reversion to selling rates of EU/11/0 is anticipated, with no rate in force at Frownall. Work disruption and transmission of the decision affect the AWC, Odie.

Harbour Works Cltie Frownall AWC Odie

Rainbows at Night Star Johnny Hines on Screen

Johnny Hines stars in Rainbows a broad brisk comedy with romance and action. The show runs tonight amid other pictures including The Man on the Box with Charley Reiner offering strong laughs and late bookings at local theatres. Patrons are urged to reserve early as box offices fill quickly.

Johnny Hines Johans Geta Anacing Eirentastawee Ewin Tow Kiley Vnleuk Carroon Charlew Reiner Syd. Chaplin Six Farms New York Cart Alice Kathleen Calhour Dugit Butler Helene Coats Monery D. W. Grimm Wy Griffith Reems King’s Lanes la Plante Willow Tod Buth Jones

Agricultural Settlement Scheme Aid Board Update

The General Manager Agricultural Settlement Scheme announces support actions by the Assistance Board. Details describe ongoing measures to aid settlers, with a focus on resources and program accessibility for eligible participants.

McLart General Manager Agricultural Ré Settlement Scheme and Suskzies Assistance Board

Farewell for Misa Norton in Yalgoo social

Yalgoo on Weinenlay evening held a farewell at Str Kechner's home for Misa Norton who is leaving Yalgoo. A social gathering included a dance and vocal items at Rodan's concert fund venue Miner Hall with attendance by visitors and locals.

Yalgoo Str. Kechner Misa DB Norton Yal- Hoo Tancy Romtuine Rodan Kok | Miner’ Hall Batunday Valo

Revelation in new Light Motor Cars advances in Australia

A new Light Motor Car model A001 is announced promising improved quality over cheaper rivals and addressing the country’s trail problems with a stronger performance and reliability claim.

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