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Newspaper
Geraldton Guardian
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Jul 29, 1919
Page
2
Fragmented OCR from a 1910s era page mentions Guardian Fire Commander Faitfian Pustien and RNA related items, with scattered names, events, and notices. It references Beith Naive Fund, Australian Aborigines, parish events, charity, and local society items in Geraldton area.
The article notes Banfill activities including ground work with sheep paddocks and water services. It reports on a busy theatre program with performances of Charlie’s Aunt and The Woman in the Case, praising Mrs Ney and Mr Phampton for performances. It also mentions the 10th Light Horse contingent from Egypt and a weather update predicting fine conditions with temperatures up to 30.
Private Sydney L Parker of the 18th Brigade AF is reported convalescing in France after strenuous service in France. He is to headquarter on Friday and expects to receive his recharge shot shortly. Geoffrey Dawson of the Times notes Parker’s engagement to Miss Deviia Lawley.
Reported in a rough transcript the article notes moves toward an early federal election. It cites Prime Minister Wan and Senator Mayers as potential leaders and discusses interim arrangements during Wan's absence. Speculation includes Hughes and broader cabinet timing as possible factors shaping the political moment.
Wholesale style chatter fills the ad copy as Oswell’s advertises peace bargains, hosiery and wool goods, calico, voiles, and warm garments. It lists prices per yard or per item, touting “lowest prices” and specials on men’s wear, boys clothing, and blankets amid a crowded sales page.
Football notes detail a high tempo Rovers victory over Brynda with four late goals in four minutes. Wesgades and Tom Jone starred for the Rovers while Puddy and Rickie led the Brigades. Next Saturday’s clash looms as a pivotal rematch amid injuries and variable form.
Town show dash and speed in a tense Premiership match as Rangers, chastened by a poor display, fail to threaten. Forward nabawah and the Town attack press the pace while observers note strength for next rounds, yet the outcome stays unsettled.
War Time Worker critiques town hall arrangements in a letter decrying free light and hall use for the picture committee. She argues ratepayers should not bear £6 to £7 weekly costs while the council counts hire income yet neglects light expenses and wear. Proposes moving the town hall to a cheaper venue and asks if the fund should profit from entertainment.
A reader letters section accuses the Mayor and four Councillors of ignorance over a Wednesday proposal to drop the Carnation weed from the noxious list, criticizing Dr Sewell's absence and questioning statements about the weed's acidity.
Geraldton Municipal Gas Works have operated under severe difficulties due to wartime restrictions and supply disruptions. Limited coal from Fremantle has raised costs and risked a complete stoppage as shortages loom in the coming days.
Tenindewa notes discuss garden and crop conditions with sunny weather and good stock, lambs seen in paddocks. Mr Fry returns from Victoria where rain is scarce and school terms, harvest plans, and pig production are mentioned amid local business and farming updates.
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