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Newspaper
Geraldton Guardian
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Jun 01, 1926
Page
2
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The Geraldton rainfall for the 72 hours ending today includes figures for Cameron Sar Meckatharis Sue 10 Northampton 62 Yalgoo 15 Mt. Magnet 27 Basidstone 15 Mullens 1 37 Mingenew 41 Three Springs 49. Upcoming events cover a tractor demonstration at Haver sley Estate, a government land subdivision near Narngahoo, and a Petrol Day fundraiser. Local notices mention sales openings, hospital and school events, and community gatherings with varied schedules and attendees.
Mr Ernest Alfred Floul of Mingem ew is appointed Justice of the Peace for the Vietoris area. Dunk married in Geraldton this morning after visiting Mr Hl Hawersinr at Welltation. Miss Beckwith of Froumatle returns home from a party, amid wishes for her forthcoming marriage to Aly Frank Corbett of Mt Sarryer Station. Reverend Lindsay G Reel and Reverend William Ber Hohn’s Church travelers arrived at Fremantle per the ae Barradins and Rumsay, then proceeded to Gepubiton to witness the ceremony and plans.
Kalgoorlie detectives remain hopeful as public opinion leans toward the murderess being brought to justice. Investigations stretch on with no clear warrant for arrest, and officials urge patience while awaiting expert findings from Perth and the cemetery water tap clue.
A Geraldton reader urges Mr Kempton to fulfill his six year term and address public concerns. The letter calls for reform of the TAB and suggests appointing a Barnt oath Commissioner to take evidence, aiming to quell charges of admin failures and restore public trust.
Kalgoorlie papers recount a Baseless taunt story involving Detective Inspector Walsh and Detective Sergeant Pitman. A suspect claims Pitman accepted bribes, comparing wealth and willingness to reveal alleged misconduct, while defending dubious loyalty and strength. The piece portrays a murky past linked to a sensational bribe scandal.
In Shark May's pastoral districts a hunter, George King, left his cart near Denham on May 17 seeking a goat, but darkness trapped him. His mate alerted police. Constable Monard and Jamo Nicholas found King at his camp after he said he slept at Star Hill and had no desire to see more goats.
Dated notes from a Ride Club shooting event describe difficult conditions with a fresh wind. W Elliott won with 63 points while many shooters posted modest scores due to poor practice and windy targets. Upcoming club meeting and results names appear scattered among the scores.
The Splendid Road screens at the King’s with Q Nikson Robert Fras Lionel Barrymore De Witt Jrw nings Rowel Simpson Exaline Gary and Micky McBaa. Gloria Swanson stars in Miulame Sans Gene with Charles de Roche and others at the King’s on Wednesday and Thursday. The program includes Charley’s Aunt and a two night run with renewed box plans. A Coincidence features Myre Parke and a war dog, with Myre Parke and Wolf in other features as the bill promises heavy bookings across the state. Weather and ticket demand indicate strong audience turnout.
Metropolis boxing night at the Assey Theatre featured a high profile eight title clash between Kil Lewis and Jock Thomas Hubinr. The bout delivered tense exchanges with crowd electrified as rounds unfolded, Lewis prevailing in a tight contest while other undercard bouts offered spirited performances from Campbell Lee Kong and Fred Roy. Local football results and Fremantle rugby notes accompany the sporting page with team lineups and standout players noted.
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