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Newspaper
Geraldton Guardian
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Jul 31, 1926
Page
2
A garbled advertisement from Geraldton invites readers to write about a new car trade chance. The text references Whippet models, fuel efficiency, large mileage, and changing automotive conditions, urging action within a 30 day window. It lists a P O box in Geraldton and uses promotional language typical of old classifieds.
The text appears corrupted and fragmented, referencing Australia's trade problems and a gaswer term. No coherent events, dates, or identifiable entities emerge to form a valid summary or headline.
In memory of our sister and aunt Ethel who died August 1 she rests in heaven free from sorrow and pain her loving sister and brother in law Dorrie and Jim Dorsan and nephews remember her with affection
The Sets on at Vans-A Corrrepont reports that a crop near Van is nearly completed and a barbed wire fence may be erected on the Recreation Ground’s south side following Works Committee recommendations. Other items include show traffic policy changes, rainfall updates for Murgoo and surrounding areas, and social notices from the town council with details on events, weather, and local concerns.
The Hos G A son MLEAC will be ty co-sieht e grain and will beg Monday's Clure to Perk im Wednewlay. An enthusiastic farewell was given to Jorakdtos, with mentions of Ranson of Bouwrell, Victoris. Mr. H. Nod, long associated with the Prime Minister, remains under strain as the past months unfold. After a stop at Aix-ley-Baina, Francs, J B Rynier Inspector for the Cantomiegs' Bort Limited and Mrs. Linta naa tg. Eetore and Mr. Magnet accompany. He departs tomorrow for the Gascoyne district via Mecka tharra.
Fragmentary OCR notes report a ladies golf event with mentions of champions and scores. Prémantie leads wetherisy Mim, total 212, while Mrs. deel Geraldton earned 112 and total 225. Mi weet rounds 108 and Mim im ani appear in the garbled text.
A blurred notice advertises a new kerosene lamp called the Drillimat claiming soft white light, no odor, and less smoke than ordinary lamps. Inventor ABL Fohmon of Chicago offers samples and promises details by mail for those helping to promote the device.
A damaged, garbled OCR fragment references Western Australia, years, foods, and a Mr John J Intea with unclear date 1672. It mentions Perth tags and foods seen with Opies Tao and other obscure terms. Details are unreadable, leaving only scattered proper nouns and numbers.
Perth reports a near catastrophe as floods threaten the riverfront and racing events near Batunday. A Chinese quarry laborer at Guildford dives for safety, while a yacht and others observe the surge. Bank officials note good weather and volunteers move stock to safety. Town Hall clock hands were set amidst the crisis.
Presbyterian Church services on Monday at 1 and 1 30 pm with W G Reekin preaching in the evening. Choir practice Wednesday evening. Wesley Church services conducted by Mr A I Blee... on morning and evening. Communion at service. Rev Milton J Manley to preach at Greenmgh and Georgina morning and afternoon. At Blu Point 7 50 pm service by Mr Jos Jahastuc. Christ Church tomorrow Holy Communion 8 am, Choral Communion 11 am, 3 pm Children's Service, 4 pm Holy Baption, 7 20 pm Evensong. Guild Tuesday, Chr ist Club Thursday. Confirmation classes begin the church next Saturday at 3 o'clock.
Interest grows in Geraldton for an appeal to fund twelve months maintenance for two wards at Perth Children's Hospital. The plan backs free local treatment when parents cannot pay and mobilizes a procession on September 9 with fire brigade, lodge groups, and youth organizations. Subcommittees and school circulars urge public support through subscriptions and events.
The King's Theater presents Sacrifice screens tonight with Lionel Barrymore Carol Dem Peter and Neil Hamilton in the cast. At the Queen's Buck Jones Eleanor Paire headlining in Gohl and the Girl with Mar y Me and Infatuation as supporting features. The notice notes extensive film scenes shot in Kernville California and a vivid Quo Vadis sequence with a large cast. New Zealand back patrons show deposits and attendance in the last quarter.
A fragmented report notes Joey Wannine of Melba and Allied traders debating how Australia can expand trade through Eastern markets. Presentation covers protecting interests, shifting packing methods, and the need to defy certain rules to access British and American buyers.
The superintendent Mr Thomas notes self-sown ere beans in the wheat belt are stunted by late seeding, risk of rain, and Septoria. Some crops will be cut for hay as weather permits, with haymaking possible after mid autumn and notes from EG Walker on 1955 yield and market timing.
Fragmentary OCR text shows garbled quotes and names. It mentions a person labeled Young and a claim of information given, with implied wrongdoing but no clear event, date, or location. Unable to determine specifics beyond a vague improvised statement.
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