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Newspaper
Geraldton Guardian
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Jun 05, 1915
Page
2
A garbled ad style notice highlights March offerings for men’s wear. It references British fashion, Tommies toughness, tweed trousers, sea fan tins, and hats with mentions of sizes and prices, though the text is fragmentary and unclear.
Fragmentary OCR hints at a political or social event involving Barwood and MERCERY. Names are unclear but imply a tense stake or alliance. Readable elements suggest a public notice or brief on shifting power dynamics and local figures.
Astronomical notes from June describe lunar phases and night sky details. The entry mentions moon illumination and celestial observations, with references to observers and the night’s viewing conditions.
Geraldton to Framant on Thursday June Lori ACS. Wea ta en Australia advertises the only twin screw steamer on the coast. The Ocean Steamship Company Limited and the West Australian Steam Navigation Company Limited promote steerage and passenger rates for the voyage.
The message lists wavemounts and routes for several ships including Ling agenta and Ger Aik ne dune. It references ports Java Singapore and Nos Wert Ports, with unclear lines about Geraint Dit and Brann. Names and destinations are partially garbled but indicate maritime movements and routing.
Elite Supply Co. A.GIBSON & CO, Zornes Waves Syitney 12th, Mek Lsteve Ith, Adibside 9th tive Te Alteinty and Fremantlss Zevadia leave Fremantle 26th for Adelaide Melbourne and Sydney.
A 1913 Geraldton column contrasts European devastation with Australia’s compassion for Belgian refugees. It notes German aggression, towns laid waste, and the harsh reality faced by those fleeing invasion, highlighting the pitiful plight while urging aid and shelter for the displaced.
The page reports on Belgian distress and international appeals for aid, noting millions in need and hunger risk. It covers local church events, charity efforts, a court case on an insurance agent, missionary plans, church services, population figures, and community notices from Geraldton and Greenough areas. It mentions the First Shot claim, entertainments, and auctions, with multiple community actors and dates.
In Geraldton and surrounding districts the community shows strong support for Belgian relief efforts. Donations from locals, despite hardship, help fund wartime relief and aim to restore Belgium’s prosperity after invasion. The article notes London and other cities mobilizing to cover expenses and urges continued generosity until Belgium heals and rebuilds.
The record shows the first quarter and subsequent quarters with goals and behinds for Railways and Brigades, noting Railways dominance in later periods and British Association involvement. Specific scores appear jumbled with several misprints but indicate Railways led with multiple goals across quarters.
The match between Thistle and Town ended 2 1 for Thistle. Early in the game a penalty kick was awarded to Thistle, Wilson involved in the incident, with both defenses weak and scoring chances spurned at Gust. The Guardian ad list is printed in the notice.
The Perth WA TC meeting reports results for the day including June Humble race winners and placings in the Flying Handicap and Mandurah Handicap. Betting odds and runners are listed with prices and outcomes for Green Lily Cycle Lew Kaluwiri Lord Flavus and others. A separate Western Suburban Adelaide note covers officer elections and party roles.
The board expresses thanks to Mr Denney for his past year as chairman and elects him for another term. Mr Warren praises Denney’s leadership and urges continued cooperation among commissioners. The Water Appeal Case opens in chambers tonight to decide further action on the water rate appeal.
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