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Newspaper
Geraldton Guardian
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Jun 06, 1950
Page
2
A stitched memorial page lists family names and relationships with affectionate lines for Beckwith and Parsons members. It reads as a solemn tribute noting loved ones and memories, with partial phrases and names such as Harry Todger and Edie Olive Myrtie, interwoven in a ceremonial poem-like format.
An early report from Sanford Srever Gerutition notes John Marsden aged 24 sustaining injuries in a motor collision near Walkaway tr Geraldton. He was treated at Kowelys Hospital with unspecified injuries described as jametble Weactare mtn rl.
Fragmented OCR text mentions weather and schooling terms with many garbled phrases. It references a place called Tampere and various entities like Rotary Club and Tehtiath Poetinak. The content is inconsistent, but suggests a local weather update and community notices without clear events or outcomes.
Large, dense item describes upcoming theatre performances at Pure van Street and the Hallo Theatre Matiner with local actors. It notes a public licensing hearing granting removal of a licensed premises at 18S Marine Terrace and lists district magistrate actions. En route to Singapore, the Charon will carry 2400 sheep and 350 tons of stone from Fremantle to Singapore, with expected arrival times. Also highlights Geraldton Darts competition stages and a charity event by the Women's Auxiliary, plus a feature on The Australasian magazine’s long-running status and new issues available locally.
A historical note reports Hie contending with Intinues using Woods' Great Peppermint Cure as a remedy. The brief item highlights a notable patent or remedy in a regional column, naming the key players and product in a concise update.
Reported results from a regional hockey event show Geraldton and Narrogin posting wins in early rounds. Key players like Walsh and Genardiyn stood out with multiple goals. teams from Tamworth and York competed for top places, while the carnival highlighted talent across divisions and schools.
Warren Levan of Deanuil, Western Australia, a promising student, died after a rifle mishap while cleaning. Police say the weapon discharged during maintenance, the bullet striking his chest before he could reach hospital. He was preparing to travel for Mackay Junior tournament when tragedy occurred.
Passenger list from the Alta railway company for Perth routes notes names such as Geavelled, Kerteridze, Tayhir, Mixws Chitke, Sewell, Jones, Makins, Ritchie, Misses A. Bakine, DP Testor, Wayison, Minkuipton, McKeay, Sieiton Stell, Mendamierk, Nell Vixen, Nixa, Moners Heay, Olsen, and Mesdames Hrny among others on Perth to Meve and Tweens legs.
The list documents passengers traveling to and from Geralden by air over the past five days. Names include Mrs ET Vort Med, Master Pour, Father Gallagher, and numerous others, with routes Geraldton to Perth and Ferunton to Perth noted along with several dates.
Mr F Connell from the Fisherien Department in Perth relieves Mr SW Rowler on medical leave after an operation in the Victoria Dis tele Mewattal. G White a former sporting editor recalls turf followers as Broo. Iyn. Mr BcDonald plans retirement in Perth with his daughter In Athany. Geraldton visit aims to join Woods bowling club activities.
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