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Newspaper
Geraldton Guardian
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Jul 29, 1924
Page
3
Takin July 22 reports the passenger liner Takel Maru struck by Cape Naturo on July 27. One hundred passengers and 34 crew members drowned while 10 passengers and five crew members reached Noturo village by lifeboats.
A garbled OCR sketch outlines improved slur ion ire ete mem result of MM and Lod Redeptance of the Sayetree ar water to Tailan tender the coum Mie permpation. It mentions the Ituhe Laomton and a daily 2th Tater-Allie Conference on Ger operations, noting a significant shift since Britny and hints at the lay of Hank om Han Vig etnies Wildaine.
Four people died in a railway collision at Hasnwarket rail station near Edinburgh yesterday. A Port Kalgur bound train on the Pith of Forth ran into a rotary-waburious train, telescoping four carriages. The incident is under inquiry as officials report rules about elections and timing.
Fragmented OCR reveals a discussion of Australia facing financial turmoil with banks threatening to take over about £210 million of holdings. The text hints at currency unification and potential reestablishment of a frontier between Australian and British currencies as a core issue.
The Court of Criminal Appeal dismissed the Viequier appeal in a case tied to a life sentence. Justice denials echoed as the court denied the request, with the defendant signaling protest and asserting injustice.
Yalgoo notes describe poor weather with repeated showers, barren feed for many stations, and cautious optimism for future conditions. Reports cover Licensing Ranch investigations affecting Chelisad Metropolitan hotels, opening of tennis tournaments, and receipts from ticket sales, expenses for hall hire and decorations, with figures and local activity noted.
In Highgate, Western Australia, two young men were injured when a vehicle crashed through a fence on Haroll Street, uprooting a hedge and coming to rest against a house. Khay Clarke and Wath were among the injured, receiving heat-related injuries as authorities responded.
The Turf reports a busy week with Goodwood noting fifteen milers for next Saturday and a decline in betting after a steward’s decision upset wagers. Rain disrupted Caving Park and a riding incident at Naidslingtom Hat caused fanfare, while Land of Pog prevailed at long odds and Kudos for the Welter, as Memorial and other horses faced stiff competition. Horse racing at Kalgoorlie also looms with The Australian Hurdle Rees valued at £2100 and entries including Land of Pog and Imomnds, alongside plans for trials and stables in anticipation of spring events. Estes Youth retires to stud after a notable season.
Fragmentary OCR reports a gun incident in Victoria on July 29 with a victim and several suspects. Names are garbled. police involvement noted with a revolver produced and a claim of approaching Konetti. Details are unclear due to text damage.
A political dispute delays a key budget decision as Prime Minister Hueco and Federal Treasurer Dr E Page defer the question until after Page presents his budget last Thursday. The Bruce Page pact triggers controversy within the Fearnigan District Council over the case and its approval.
Fragmented notes describe resignations and leadership shuffles in the Queensland Labor Party amid debates on a four hour week for state employees. C Collins named Leader, J Payne Deputy Leader, then a compromise leads to Theodore remaining as chair. Mentions of related political maneuvering and regional events across Geraldton and Perth.
Autelaide July 28 The secretary of the Lrilhant Gold mining company reports that the Minister for Mines for Western Australia has agreed to grant a priority of ten pounds per year in development work at Me Gaow's Newt mine. The expenditure will be reckoned from time to time. estimated reef entry at 40 feet with expenditure around £1500.
The minister explained that the amount to be saved by the State would be 200 pounds under the provisional site plan, while the company’s expenditure would total 60,000 pounds.
Reports of wreckage from the Floradora and suspected bodies circulated yesterday while Constable Teint searches for evidence to confirm the fate of John Berger Ackerstrom and Frank Linthorne. Southern fishing boats returned with word that the crew and party members aboard earlier voyage remain missing?
Constable Pinner, starting at Northampton, chased a missing horse along the Geraldton foreshore arriving back at 6 am. The horse, badly cut and swollen, escaped with saddle lost and is unlikely to resume work soon. Police plan further action from Geraldton to aid the missing horse case.
East Fremantle clinched the minor premiership by defeating East Perth 7 12 to 0 7 at Subiaco. West Perth fell to Perth 10 11 to 0 12 at Leederville. North Adelaide to meet Fremantle next day as carnival party travels to Hobart. Lions weigh in at 42 inches chest measurement and key players dominate.
In a Sunday service at Wiley Church Nesley Children Day was celebrated with a sermon by Rev Ayni mildreswa urging early worship and Christ’s service. The gathering included young people, a choir led by Mr Low, and a community singing session concluding the half hour with favorite hymns.
The page advertises a slate of productions at King's Theatre including a romance titled Floweree and a film about Marion Davies with reviews of themes and stars. It lists upcoming showings and a note about the audience’s reaction, plus a referenced screening of Boy of Mine and The Merry-Go-Round, with details about theater events and ticketing.
Fragmentary report shows mention of a plan to hunt a party and a coast reef network near Geraldton. Two locals Neil Johnson and Gus Nichols set out from South Greeny to explore the reefs while discussions include unions and marriage proposals amid unclear context.
A £5 reward is offered by George Norris of Vota for information leading to the detection of the person who broke the mullings camped and paddock bores in the Norm Tarra Home cad Graveyanl in April inet. The notice is dated July 28, 102 and signed Irwin Dostrict Agricultural Society. Also mentions issues for band uprising and an event at Dogsarra on show day with secretary W. Rowland. In the Supreme Court of Western...
The Western Australian Trustee Executor and Agency Company Limited as administrator with the will of Edwin William S deceased of Guildton Western Australia requires all creditors to lodge particulars of their claims by August 25 1924 at 125 George Terrace Perth. Claims received after will be distributed among those entitled according to proofs provided. Dated July 37 1924. Lavan and Walsh solicitors Barrack Street Perth act for administrator and WA Trustee.
A misty, rainy spell affected the district on July 2 with 129 points recorded. Drover Jack Pitupstrick moved 3,000 wethers from Phillips and Viveash to Mullown. Jimba Station near Simba and Jimba Cut Maneuvers were reported with figures and weather notes. A run named Robert Clatworthy of Dalgety Downe tallied from his farm on the 50th, while rainfall on the 25th spanned the region. Reports reference The Printer’s Came and West Australian as contexts.
The Geraldton Guardian plans its fifth annual illustrated issue to reach abroad for Christmas. New features include descriptive articles and photography of the Victoria and Murchison Districts, short verse, and expanded payments for contributors. Limited advertising space available.
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