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Newspaper
Geraldton Guardian
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Jun 06, 1922
Page
2
Incomplete text references daughters Belesa, Arthur Extit and Dun and a possible parental or household conflict. The garbled wording suggests a domestic matter with key names listed but no clear action or outcome. Further readable context would be needed for a precise summary.
Tuesday June 6 1038 reports a two film program led by Tolable David at the District Saiefall night show with France Company. rainfall over two hours across towns Carnarvon Seatki Pointy Meskatharra Yalguot Mt Magnet Rendetonst BMullews and Northampton noted. Geraldton recorded 14 paints, 21 more in the afternoon, barometer 9 863 morning, suggesting further rain.
The article notes the death of Mr W Moore, a well known local figure who lived in the area for many years. It mentions his association with the church and identifies a service schedule in Bemrigh, near Tews Mall, Bail aight, with services set for 10.
An extended, satirical column reconstructs Geraldton civic life from a rooster metaphor to urge local citizens support for development. It links harbor extension, steamer subsidies, and tourism growth to public backing for the Citizens’ Association while lampooning political voices and moralizing factions.
An old advertisement notes Oswell’s offers a wide range of winter drapery and millinery items. It highlights clothing and fabrics for men, including suits, trousers, coats, and shirts, along with overcoats, raincoats, bedding, and curtains. Prices are listed in pre decimal currency.
A long OCR page covers fire brigade training rules for recruits including age, measurements, tests, and ladder drills. It notes the role’s danger and nerve requirements, plus UK divorce court rule changes in England and New South Wales government plans affecting legal deposits and prison penalties.
On Saturday fourteen Geraldton fiflemen traveled to Greenough for a re open range meet. Greenough proved entertaining hosts with lively activities from 12:30 to 1:20 and busy markers. Scores include Jewell 0 and 2, Chapman 38, Smaythe 35, Leach 6, Chapeers 100, Seale 135, and others.
A parliamentary discussion centers on American and Allied roles in enforcing League of Nations principles, Germany's reparations, and France's safety within coalition efforts. Members argue over joint action, war debts, and the balance of restraint versus coercive measures in postwar diplomacy.
South Western District Union reports on yesterday’s Geraldton rifle range prize meet the first since war. Attendance was low due to Midland line trains with visitors from Mt Magnet and Greenough. W J Thomas of Mt Magnet Ride Club won the day’s main prize amid high order shooting. Greenough’s Clinch arrived late. Perth officials attended. Lieutenant A J Proud represented the State Military Command. The meet ran 1 am to 4 30 pm with lunch on site. social prospects for Geraldton noted. Final scores list many shooters and placements, including Clive Gladefone winning a 204 yard throw.
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