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Newspaper
Geraldton Guardian
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Jun 01, 1920
Page
2
Fragmented OCR from a department store advertisement shows a wide array of clothing items with prices and descriptions. Mentions hats, calico, gaberdine, coats, and dresses with various price points and sale notes. Some lines reference view rove and boat-like terms, making a readable summary challenging.
A fragmentary report lists bulk tea deals and grocery line discounts at a general store with prices rising from two thirds. It notes an auction Friday at Geralton for farm coffee culture, a ministerial plan to support coffee handling in Queensland, rainfall data, and obituaries. The piece also covers Mildura fruit growing, soldier settlements, and a football trip to Mullens, plus church cine exhibitions and parish life remarks.
Western Australia seeks bulk handling to cut transport costs and boost farmers returns. A deputation urged the Acting Premier to back a federal backed plan with main terminals at Fremantle, Geraldton, Albany, and Busselton. Initial funding around 150,000 pounds by growers plus 308,000 from Federal Authorities could start Fremantle operations. The plan aims for fair access across ports, avoiding favoritism to any single district. Recent talks noted the scheme's inevitability and the need for even treatment of all growers.
A local retailer announces a broad stock of warm hosiery and winter dress goods. The ad highlights full wool and cashmere stockings, cotton hose, and work pairs at low prices, plus a new selection of navy and white printed Gabardines at affordable yard rates. It notes children's items in black and teal, sizes up to 32, and bedrock pricing across the collection.
Winter millinery models now available with prices for all customers. Dresses range from 2 to 3 shillings with various colors and patterns. Winter coats and golf wear offered at affordable prices, plus knitted garments and children’s hats. Grocery department promotes low prices, high discounts, and cash delivery service.
Normal service resumes with timetable changes affecting Perth travel. A train advertised to go to Ajaas tomorrow will depart as stated. Evening services to Perth tonight and another to morrow night. The erwaing train to Perth will run as usual through Friday night.
A Friday night town hall concert by the Visiting Nurse Scheme drew a large Gerbdton audience. Mia Slee won acclaim with Sweet songs and a graceful finale, Mr Lewis offered entertaining recitations, and Mr Jack Shepbeard with Miss Flamneial provided a strong performance. Tickets are expected to raise about 1,018 in proceeds.
Ten monthly general meeting of the Gorslaten District Traders was held at the secretary’s office on Tuesday the 25th. President HM Bartlett led a large attendance while a committee was appointed to interview the manager of the State Storm about shipping firms issuing bills of lading without just and municipal reasons. Willesck MLA urged cooperation with the Municipal Council to promote wool miles at Gemaldium amid imperial government wool policy discussions.
Site work at Bluff Paint for the butter and bacon factory continues with sand carting for cement making. Engineer Mr Dunkarlay inspects, joinery advances, and water supply arrangements with Geraldton and Wheat Scheme managers approved. Railways permit granted to use wheat depot siding after final sub-lease rental payment. Factory erection expected in about three months, dairy cattle stock buildup urged for supply needs. Directors meet Friday to discuss important business.
Fragmentary report outlines life assurance matters including premium increases and increases in funds, with references to policy numbers and beneficiary allocations. Mentions asset figures, renewal terms, and a proposal involving dividend-like payouts, alongside a note about reduced prices on certain goods during a two week period.
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