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Newspaper
Geraldton Guardian
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Jul 29, 1926
Page
2
In loving memory of my dear husband and our father who was killed in action during the war. Ever remembered by his wife and children. Dated July 24, 1916, as transcribed from a family memorial card.
Report on wheat prospects in the Wimmera district Victoria notes likely yield gains and better returns, with past two years disappointing but rainfall data for 1920 and 1925 mentioned. Also covered are Mayoral portrait gallery plans in Grarton and a letter from Mr. Kempton asking for a framed photo memorial of G A Kempton. The piece details installation of a modern newspaper printing press in Melbourne and miner safety examinations, plus a North-West tour by Minister for Works A McCallum and local council decisions on cattle, shearing, and recreation ground issues.
Fragmented reports detail wind and comet lore, the North West Airways terminal at Geraldton, a Perth to Derby air service pending next week, and government land bids near Kadji Kadji Reation with 26 applications for 26 400 acres. Also noted are municipal lighting reaffirmations, rainfall figures, and a court case over adulterated whisky.
The steamer Merrina arrived Ayelwide after a severe storm offshore and a massive rogue wave struck the vessel near Cape Jalls. A man named John Frost suffered a fatal injury on the bridge as water flooded holds and stores, the ship rolled heavily, and crew scrambled to assess damage while the vessel rode out hours of heavy seas with sails and equipment compromised.
Berth July 29 The Asslie of the twelfth Par of the Goverem led by Sir Campion referenced optimistic harvest prospects and government aims to boost mining and health facilities. Affirms afforestation policy and a light legislative program while noting railway freight protests after Fremantle Bridge collapse. Geraldton merchants seek protest telegram over higher freight charges. town officials push against increased national rates and urge shared burden.
The final meeting presided by Mayor Sewell discussed septic tank rules and duplicate plans with health officials, proposed tightening supervision by the Licensing Court, and planned future action with inspectors Berry. A cricket-like schedule and local sports draws followed the council notes.
Applicants crowded the Mendel Estate selection day at Geraldton with far more entries than available blocks. Seventeen posts remained to be filled as councils warned late arrivals that only deposits would be considered. Officials had not yet decided how the overflow would be handled.
Fragmentary OCR notes indicate E Buell arrived by Tuesday with unclear details about Perth and a possible test event. No further context or names clearly identified.
A San Francisco dispatch reports widespread forest fires in Northern California with over 19 000 acres burned and more than a million acres affected by smoke. Quart mining town destroyed and neighboring Htent partly razed as fires threaten several communities. High heat and low humidity forecast delay relief for days. Grand Fancy Dress Tennis event in Chapman Hall on July 31 funds Parkerville House.
In a crucial British Association clash, Thistles face Rangers as both teams seek form after recent results. Referee W Murray oversees the senior game with Mr Slaughter guiding the junior. The Thistles lineup includes Wand and Helliegs among others.
A garbled review highlights attention to clever comedy and dramatic turns in recent theater. Names like D W Gridith and Lionel Berrymere appear amid scattered notes on performances and audience reception, with fragmented references to a varied program and emotional responses.
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