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Newspaper
Geraldton Guardian
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Jun 08, 1922
Page
2
Discussion centers on possible combining railway services to cut costs by about 8 to 20 percent while assessing the Midland line. Officials note new consents may be needed, with Gerakitea prices listed for flour and offal and a ceremony signaling proposals to inform local communities.
Wickerina Water Department engineer Mr Bru is at Wickerina awaiting a $4 connection for the water scheme. Rainfall over 45 hours ended 4 a.m. shows notable totals across towns such as Carniven, Hharky, Mt Magnet, Mingenew, Geraldton and others, with Mullewn and Narra Tarra especially heavy in brief periods. Also notes a proposed woollen mill funding in Western Australia and coverage of films at the King's Theatre along with a funeral in Geraldton attended by widespread community figures.
Oswell’s showcases a wide fall winter stock of drapery and millinery items for men women and boys. Highlights include wool suits serge outfits khaki trousers blue denims overcoats raincoats macintoshes and a broad range of shirts pyjamas blankets and fabrics with prices and patterns prominent throughout the advertisement.
A garbled report notes a Gemblros City Band meeting held last night. Mr Chey Lupp served as temporary chair for a month and the group will reconsider matters. A future policy discussion with Betta and Formygn groups under the British Foreign Bible Society is planned for Wednesday in the Parish Hall with Rev A J Pry attending.
The Belmont meeting on Saturday lists acceptances for several events including the Hurdle Race over two miles and 64 yards, the Welter Handicap of seven and a half furlongs, and multiple First and Second Class Plates with varied distances. Notable runners include Lockmester, Artore, Downing Byron, Canzonet, Air Belle, Amb, and Probie among others, with race times and divisions indicated.
The document lists weights allotted by Mee J J Drown for a mile and a half and a six furlong handicap at Mingenow Turf Club. Horse names include Abert ducks Fuckfler Three Gove Caloola Girl Handy Joe Rowe Joyance Pistohuvion Wax Palm Some Geld Loch Kiss and Curpapeah with varied weights from 0.0 to 10.1 in the two races.
Regan states the provisions committee of the GEA is actively preparing for a major meeting in Jeme EG, at Tow a, outlining efforts and expected agenda.
A fragmentary report notes Dr Altom, secretary of the Meckatharra Road Board, visiting Geraldton with comments on Melbourne agriculture and local friendliness. The text mentions a rabbit supply and a court-like exchange with an inspector about an offence and a timber yard at New Meth Hae Seo.
Rangers name Bennett, Lesion, Armitage, Whelack and others as likely starters while Thistles bring Bunner, Reid, Hol, Tings, Adams, Taylor and more. Warburton to referee as Perth trip looms and Saturday afternoon clash aims to test both teams' mettle and form.
A Glasgow style summary of local football notes from a weekend match. Players like Hitchie Lynch McDonald and Purhern are highlighted for smart play. Rovers mix better teamwork while East Perth and East Fremantle showcase pace. The piece calls for clearer player identification and stronger attendance.
A distorted report describes an officials meeting led by A. P. Roel with Phil Carter and Tim Keating attending. Umpire duties were assigned, hats worn for goals, and medals announced for junior events. A match next Saturday features Railways versus Brigades with Mp. Curmy as referee.
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