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Newspaper
Geraldton Guardian
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Jul 28, 1917
Page
2
Fragmented OCR reads like a shop banner listing various fabric parcels and towels. Items include towels, rugs, shirts, garments, and bed linens with bold claims of unbeatable or sterling value, Chester parcels, and limited stock notes.
In loving memory of Captain Gibeings and Captain Gibblings killed in action in France on July 28, 1916. The messages from wives and families honor their brave service, with lines of devotion, grief, and enduring loyalty, referencing a grave and eternal day.
Moore is announced as the successor to Soe in the Se Rite role, with details noting his appointment and the organization's transition. The report highlights Moore’s background and the expected impact on the group’s activities.
Geraldton notices report on fire appliance maintenance awaiting Water Supply Department reply. Mayor seeks expediting action or ministerial direct inquiry. Walkaway Turf Club to hold meeting on November 10 with algao gathering. Special Military Parade D Company 88th Infantry at Drill Hall 7 p.m. Sunday for unveiling of tablet to late Captain Gibbings at the Anglican Church.
At Goradtan Police Court yesterday Frank Evenson a fireman was remanded for eight days on two charges of stealing kangaroo skins from parcels between Eratu and Northern Gully Geraldton. Bail granted. Court adjourned for Midland mail service to Geraldton and further train disruptions noted. Weather reporting warned of further flood risks with Avon River flooding Northam. Wedding at St Xavier Geraldton, marriage details given. Prodn arrangements for town event and church services announced. Returned Soldiers' Association rest room donations acknowledged. King Theatre attractions include The Iron Claw. Red Cross Euchre Party postponed due to scheduling.
Mr C. Mitchell, a survivor, described the Midland line disaster as night impossible to see in, rain pouring, lamps useless. He recounts jumping from a sleeper into water racing 12 to 15 feet across the washaway, finding a motherly injured passenger and the body of Benzica as they struggled amid wreckage and delayed medical help.
Eyewitness account recalls a grim incident amid heavy rain as a man and woman travel by van. A sudden jump into a flooded area leads to severe injuries and the death of a baby found by a returning soldier. The wounded woman pleads for her husband and child while responders improvise bandaging from sheets.
In a late report a Mrs Woolhouse and her child shared a compartment with Mrs Benzie and her child. Strangely, the Woolhouses were killed while the Benzies escaped, the door or access described as ajar at the rear.
Organiser Sheridan of Geraldton, among the passengers on the fatal Midland Railway chain crash, recounts hours of darkness and the moment the carriage collapsed. He notes 14 mph speed, two major jolts, rescue at 7 am, and that passengers were sheltered at the Commercial Hotel before continuing to Perth. Several injured were treated, including driver Hunt, and a woman and child named Benzie were among those buried in debris.
A large funeral in a community church followed by a procession and burial for Mes Bena amd fer. Local officials, church leaders, and residents gathered as pallbearers and mourners participated in prayers, songs, and condolences, with tributes from workers and civic groups.
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