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Newspaper
Geraldton Guardian
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Jun 12, 1926
Page
2
An advertisement praising a “player piano” from LUFF and OULBRANIER touts its abilities to play any piece with expression and adapt to vocal ranges. It promises dramatic musical control, varied keys, and concert use, inviting readers to visit rooms near Marine Terrace to see the device.
Community notices and reports from the town include a charabane promotion by Mr W Hanlon, parish society elections at St John’s Church Hall, health inspections and council planning notes on street overgrowth. The Governor General’s voyage, death of Mr W Chammon, and local law and order items are listed with brief details.
An OCR damaged item records engagements and retirements involving figures like Moon McConies and Norman Fowler, plus Keevers and Crothers tied to bank and civic roles. It mentions social gatherings, a weekend event, and a retirement prospect at Jock Semdilnm Ras Dart with local community references and scattered, unclear names.
The text describes heavy rains and sowing delays, noting farmers face poor seed conditions and rising costs. It mentions efforts to wear top gear for fieldwork, with scattered references to crop prospects, grain needs, and forthcoming events. The passage reflects agricultural frustration and financial strain on rural communities.
Kalgoorlie reports show a murder probe intensified with new suspects Williew Coulter and Evan Clarke linked to an April 9 incident. Officials say large crowds gathered as investigators pursued leads, with Coulter described as a 45 year old bookmaker residing in Boulder and questioned at the police station.
Two prisoners, Philip Treffene and William Coulter, were moved to Fremantle under strong guard tonight. Clarke remains held at Kalgoutie lock-up while rumours of support for the accused circulated and police denied the reports.
The RAL reorganizes and convenes at Hmmch's headquarters the Suhiters Institute. President C Baws notes a letter from Air D Benson urging prompt reply. A special reunion planned for about two weeks, with progress reports to follow at the Institute next Thursday.
A government official reassures the public regarding the North Wharf safety amid recent concerns. He notes timber piles age and potential wear but says conditions are stable with no immediate alarm. No drastic action planned. monitoring continues and repairs may proceed as needed over time.
The readable parts describe young women and a room scene with a guest, referencing fashion and an event involving a resident and a dramatic display. The garbled text makes names and specifics unclear, but the piece centers on youth attire and social presentation in an interior setting.
Oswell's Great Stock Reducing Sale advertised with fresh stock at open market prices. Include Army slippers and Chering pen items described as good quality while supplies last. No clear dates or locations provided in readable text.
Weather favored the opening ceremony of the reconstituted Gerakiton Golf Club as Mayor drove in the first ball amid cheers. A nine hole tourney followed with golfers, dignitaries, and a lively afternoon including a dispute between a pawnbroker and a participant over damages.
Fragmentary OCR notes reference a state battery run, Cetanta Battery, Lewin and Joy figures, and a Sax reference. Readable portions mention timing and assents but details are obscured. Core entities include Cetanta Battery, Lewin, Joy, Sax, and a state context.
An irregular OCR fragment reports a midweek assay of retailings from several sources, noting a price near Mar per ton for a 4 ton quantity. The text implies a crude extraction result and references an excavation and a report from a Times publication, but details are fragmented.
A fragmentary report notes exploration at The Two Boys Mine near Fortin. Machinery valued around £4000 is being erected, with work continuing under manager Mr. Bendham. Workers include Andrews formerly of the Surprise Mine, returning from the Easter holidays. The E merge of high grade ore is hinted, with operations ongoing along the Murchioon Rivers.
A bustling theater page highlights the melodrama Midnight Molly starring Evelsie Wremt and John Dilfom, and the Australian production Welcome Home directed by Craze. Also noted is a photo essay on elusive “gear” in a unique projection at Fishers, with a mix of reviews and audience remarks about new-screen topics and artistic themes.
A 14 year old girl, daughter of a lighthouse keeper near Bembeiulge Wight, kept the beacon lit during a violent easterly gale. The lamp was maintained while a crewman and others faced heavy seas, with rescue efforts guiding them to safety on the shore. The event sparked local awe as the lighthouse continued to function and the surrounding inhabitants watched from the coast.
Parish announcements describe tomorrow’s Presbyterian services at Joba’s Church with morning and afternoon sessions led by Lindsay Reeks and Young Worship Raboth Hehowl and an evening Miieiate by Mr. Morkie. Christ Chiwerk outlines full day services with multiple hymns and sermons, while other churches schedule parades, children’s adabeate, and a sermon by Mr. Mater on Growling Fie Trees, followed by a Wag of community activities at Uwehl ailey Church.
Reported travellers describe a sheep pest outbreak at Murchison with looms of murrhies and livestock distress. The text notes lambing difficulties, pest spread during winter, and concerns over fodder shortages and the impact on farm stock.
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