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Newspaper
Geraldton Guardian
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Jun 22, 1926
Page
2
A catalog style snippet from Hardwicke Co lists fabrics and apparel items including ghee Rory bint weranaree items, flannels in various weights, Navy wear, crepe, sheeting, health rugs, and grey military boxes. Descriptions mention yardage and prices in old monetary terms, with colors such as Mauve and Blue Brocade.
A local church outlines services and a Wednesday afternoon meeting for church members at the Manse. Evening soloist Bly Treee Lumt performs Into Thy Hands at the service. Millinery and dress-cutting classes are announced at the Technical Classes in the Heath school on Tuesdays and Thursdays with free entry for most. a small fee applies after 21 years. Information available at the school on Monday Tuesday and Wednesday evenings.
The report details boundary work, dairy and boarding house extensions, and a Secretary visit plan. It notes a Geraldton site expansion with 25 boarders, a June meeting at the Odd Fellows Hall, and an invitation to parents and locals.
A damaged OCR summary notes Mr J Fuaninghin and Mr Cunningham visiting multiple states in Australia to discuss agricultural water supplies, irrigation, and conservation. It mentions needs for ministerial access, state cooperation, and a push for broader water production measures across New South Wales and other states, with emphasis on practical access to information and policy alignment.
Mire W MeKemela Grant extends a European trip to visit Africa for a family reunion. McKenzie Grant plans travel to Booth Africa to meet wife and daughter. Me will sail by the Bay on July Let. Robinson, Cux nml Wheatley to manage Sabiaco Church duties under Rev J I Blaschart. Expectation to return to St Johns later in the year.
A fragmented account notes a theater night featuring The Night Club and a performance at King’s Theatre. Several actors and production details appear, mentioning Eleanor Bowrdinar and William Hingus alongside a dramatic plot about love and mistaken loyalties.
Regret fills Gerald Davis family after a fatal incident involving a footboard jammed on a tramcar injured the young man. Funeral arrangements are noted as his body to be shipped home from Garnet Inland. The Davis family awaits further word as Marguerite and others plan travel from Western Australia.
Wet weather and poor roads delayed the game at Yamlanooka on June 20. Mimpemen and Vamdanooks battled a slippery field with slow scoring, Mingramw kicking 4 goals 7 behinds while Yaminnooks had 3 goals 2 behinds. both sides set for a scratch match at Mollows on June 27.
A report from the Chamber of Agriculture notes spraying on 1 June to combat a weed outbreak. Tests showed most target pests of prickly pear killed, with deep surveys not revealing additional threats. An official inspection in June by Mactier Webb and Baird confirmed rapid eradication and full death of treated pests.
In a private meeting with a friend, the Governor recalls a past moment when a “chestmat” was noted. Inside the ante room laughter arises as the governor remarks about three or four people who will not be invited again due to past favors owed.
A reporter interviews Bram Birmingham the Optometrist about vision correction methods and patient care. He explains two complementary approaches, notes no eye drops are used, and stresses proper medical referrals, distinguishing himself from unsafe street peddlers.
Johnny Taylor, the Victoria catchweight champion, outboxed Jack Dennis for ten rounds of a scheduled twenty at Unity Stadium. Dennis faded after Round four as Taylor imposed a lead with smart movement and sharp rights, drawing cheers from a large crowd.
The Sunday Times reports consternation over a shipment of ore from Prothoroe and Norikarptom that failed to realize expected value. The Commonwealth Bank faces a shortfall near 2000 pounds as ore was shipped with undervalued credits, triggering seizure and a full inquiry with no resolution announced.
Horseshoes Box moves to liquidate after a dispute over the Firewood Company claim. Court involvement triggers liquidation proceedings.
The Foote Mineral Company of Philadelphia asks the Minister for Mines whether Western Australia can supply one to two tens of annual output of a particular mineral quality. If the exact quality is more available, the firm would consider lower grades and seeks full details about the mineral and prize.
Six months into a trance, Doris Hinton of Chilwell near Nottingham remains bedbound and fed by tube. Doctors call it mystifying and rare, with efforts including galvanic treatment and spiritual healing failing to restore movement or speech.
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