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Newspaper
Geraldton Guardian
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Jul 28, 1927
Page
2
An OCR snippet lists specials on Tweed hats coats flannels pajamas singles and trousers with varied prices and quantities. It mentions Boyz quality goods and bush bugs with per unit costs, all framed as a general stocktaking snapshot of clothing and accessories for sale.
A garbled notice stream reports weather alerts, a barge attendance at an Anglican service, and decisions to hold Sunday services alternate until Rev. Ho Vine arrives. It also mentions school openings, farming improvements, and local legal proceedings over a ploughing contract with cost details and council committee reports.
The notice lists a church service at 11 o'clock, a payment reminder for August interest, a Commonwealth Bank closure from the 1st to the 15th for loan transactions, and Mission Sunday with Rev. Capos Barton delivering sermons and an illustrated lecture on Early Church Life in WA. It also recounts a legal case about property damage and a ministerial visit by J. W. Hickey to Gutha and surrounding districts with road board and school project discussions.
Fragmentary notice notes travellers enjoying a holiday in England then planning to sail to Australia around September 17 aboard the Aberdeem liner Theis tockis. Mention also of Hunter from Mullens who joined the Pacific Islands voyage and expects to return to England in about two weeks.
A damaged letter discusses a loan request, housing land tenancy, and related theater interference. The secretary mentions seeking permission and a yearly tenancy arrangement, with police and a possible courtroom framing. The correspondence ends with the letter being received.
In a Perth Supreme Court divorce hearing the Brown case centers on alleged adultery with Mrs May Davide of Merane. Elie May Brown, a hotel employee, accuses Frederick Chapman Brown of misconduct while Brown denies the charge and countersuit seeks divorce. Witnesses recount encounters at Victoria Park and at various addresses, with testimony detailing dates and interactions, including a prior life together and the impact on Brown’s family.
The program previews a slew of cinema offerings including The Last of the Joly attractions and Canyon of Light with Tom Mix and Dorothy Danpher in a Yellowstone Park backdrop. Other features spotlight 4 Hero of the Snow, Midnight Flier at Queen’s, and Lila Lee photo drama at King’s, all billed for the weekend showings.
Manager's report covers June 24 to July 12 with details on mine progress including 90 foot level, new shaft, south and north drives, a 200 foot level, central abatis, and overall average values. Mentions of 920 feet depth, 18th, and a plan to determine position.
In a Victoria Park case, Mr Hayes notes a lunch link and a possible photo opportunity as a press photographer looms. Witness John Mancell denies visiting Mrs Brown's house or the hotel, citing meetings at a dance and cinema. The judge contemplates dismissing both petitions with costs, as the co respondent is flagged.
The Chief Justice of the Supreme Court condemned adultery and perjury in the Brown divorce case. Elsie May Brown sought a nisi grant with six months to follow. Frederick Chapman Brown faced a cross-petition alleging his wife’s adultery with a hotel night porter. costs to be borne by the co respondent.
The Ogilvie Branch of the PI held a monthly meeting on Wednesday with Cripps Atkinson Flager and Rowland as secretary. Members opposed any pact with other parties and Howthe was named delegate to the general conference. The group set rules for a Royal Agricultural Society wheat contest, including a 7 fee per farm and a September 21 deadline. Two wells near Orpington, Kent, reportedly yield between 0 and 3 million gallons daily.
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The article notes ongoing discussions about the vumil near Major's Hill and work at the Gevuhi es end of the Millens read Baton. It mentions Mr. Vic. Johnson and Mr. Hickey involved in urging claims, with expectations of a meeting or decision by tonight and a possible outcome affecting compensation and district actions.
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