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Newspaper
Geraldton Guardian
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Jun 07, 1923
Page
2
Wishes to notify customers that he has taken over the agency of the well known and reliable arm of Dawson and Harrison for palms ferns and flowering plants in stock. Also vegetable flower and grass seeds and bulbs. Orders now being booked for fruit trees vines and other plants. Floral work of all kinds at shortest notice. Phone 75.
The mayor's midyear report praises progress in rate arrears reduction and ongoing road improvements. It notes remaining outstanding amounts, calls for systematic winter work to ease future costs, and highlights railway freight costs and electricity works profits as context for local finances. The piece references Gerakiton and White Peak as points of discussion and aims to justify current spending and future maintenance.
The article discusses hopes for lower gas prices and improved electrical options, criticizing costly gas operations. It notes the gas works as a persistent council concern, with arguments to either overhaul or replace the plant, aiming to align costs with revenue and prevent further ratepayer burden.
Local and general notices from Geraldton area report government savings bank box at Narngulu, dividend payments, and mining update. Weather barometer readings noted with minor changes. land selection board met with officials near Northampton and Geraldton. Friday matinee at Queen Hall promises an assortment of entertainment including Onig Shod and The Ladder, with further screenings planned for Saturday.
Community notes report on Singing and Crafts Exhibition at the Town Hall with competitions and a photo venue. J Gib ron discusses the Hindu school contract and local education access. weather and rainfall updates describe recent showers, dam prospects, and river flow near Gerakiton and surrounding areas.
A reader questions the Health Inspector about the wells used by Geraldton residents and the nightly use of germanting carts. The letter seeks details on inspection hours, methods, safety of the carts, and whether the system is sanitary while offering a dairy proposition.
A worker fell thirty four feet from a girder during a rescue operation at a high Temple Bar scaffolding. A police officer and fellow workers aided him as he lay helpless until reached the ground. Hubie was taken to a hospital by ambulance.
Readable notes describe Oswell's opening display of autumn and winter millinery dress goods and general drapery. Items include Manske Tec Samar 80 and 85 shillings suits, wool tweed, bags, and boys and mens wear with wool sweaters and heavy cloth lines.
A London store showcases a range of men's and ladies winter apparel and home goods. Items include pyjamas 0/1 weight, white calico bedding, blankets, quilts, all-wool blankets, and tweed coats. Prices range from 3s to 31s 6d with emphasis on quality and stock readiness across departments.
The weekly association meeting, led by A P Muck, approved several player permits between Railways Protheroe and others, with issues over jersey forfeits and financial status. The secretary will seek league information on country weak and boundary umpire fees were donated to Willis Benefit Fund. A rule on starting times was enforced with fines for offenders, and future emacia tion meetings set at Freemason's Hall. The Lexge matter upheld the Rovers protest against far play mates Bear.
Saturday games feature junior Rovers facing junior Scien before the senior contest. Umpire Mr. Shepheard leads the officiating with boundary umpires A Ritehic and A C Ritehic and goal judges Eston, Davis, and others.
A detailed report on the Northampton and Upper Chapman Association game highlights Protheroe’s strong performance and Butler with standout backline play. Crabb, McGuinness, and Snowden among notable contributors. Protheroe protest against Decks Clubs led to a draw after a Monday meeting.
The piece notes first round standings with two points and teams named like Northampton and Taswks. It describes a Sunday match between the Qurfaer Workers and Misera and a lively, humorous account of a football kickoff and ball antics, highlighting enthusiastic Australian players and chaotic play, with boundary events and umpire interactions.
Weathered by a soaking rain the Corsapestent event saw uneven times as some marks missed the forecast. Notable performances include Englund posting 1200, Farrell 800, Payne 800, Machinsky 490, Beatty 500, and Livingstone 500 with several entries near 200 to 300. J Manowonia anticipated attendance but rain dampened morning sessions. Revenue from the last meet reached £30,000.
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