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Newspaper
Geraldton Guardian
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Jun 17, 1919
Page
2
May the local government issued funds for a research driven farm experiment. Officials describe the plan as a step toward practical community benefit, with timelines aligning to assess new methods and potential improvements in local production.
Fragmented OCR item mentions 1000 acres at Pinderuka with rates per acre and bids for renovation work. References tender for Queen and runway service at a conference of Lace. Details are garbled and unreadable, but indicate land areas, per acre prices, and renewal bids.
The Children's Ball featured a parade with fancy dress and a large turnout in Geraldton. The event highlighted a volunteer supper, with honorary secretary Mire Mered Blem and MC Mr Tower guiding proceedings. Lectures and probate notices followed, including names like Gwen Wigext and Emily du Boclay, with branch secretary Sid Connell overseeing vendante preparations.
Visitors were entertained at Manfred, about 175 miles from the railway, as the club organized a practiced welcome. The event showcased their hospitality and reflected well on the organizers’ efforts.
Fragmented catalog style ad offers winter clothing at extreme discounts. References to Wool, Cotton, Australian makers, and low prices. Lists various fabrics, garments, and sizes with bold claims of savings and special deals.
Fragmentary local notes describe a Geraldton event with Oswell’s leading grocers and drapers featured. Mentions a civic supper, a lively program, floor varnish, and performances by Mrs Camp teil Mime Elphick and Miss Dowden. References to a rally or meeting and a comic piece by Gibble also appear.
The article notes that Mr Moore’s several sons, including the youngest Doug, have returned from service. One son, known as fox, had been wounded in Amarth but is recovering and returning home. The piece mentions the family’s long service and references dates around 1916 and a travel connection to Fruse with Gi Beliskon.
The article discusses Britain’s postwar divorce law reform proposals and notes a gap between prewar and current demand. It quotes Secretary Seaton on public awareness, while questioning whether access to divorce is changing for the poorer.
A reader discusses ocean currents at Shark Bay and the die off of fish and mullet in mangrove pools. He mentions a whale event tied to tides, and recalls a 19th century lead about guano deposits, with references to people like Mr Logue and Belepla. The piece mixes observations, local lore, and questions about Jewish scams.
Three rehearsals draw crowds at the bend and Gersidton area as the town hall event Sunday night features a children’s bell display. The band’s second rehearsal focuses on cashous pieces with a dull finish, while a local studio session next Sunday will record all willing members. A photo will be used for an advertising block, and practice times remain Tuesdays at 8 am and Sundays at 10 am.
An end of term social in Yalgoo honors Mr and Mrs A B Thompson. Guests including postmaster and local figures praise Thompson’s service as secretary and organizer. A silver bookstand and engraved token from the Roads Board reflect warm esteem, with thanks to local clubs and host families.
Oexere writes about Ranitey and a near miss in a match, noting quarters and substitutions. The piece hints at umpire decisions and possible rest at the next Ancration meeting, with sparse readable details from the damaged text.
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