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Newspaper
Geraldton Guardian
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Jun 24, 1919
Page
2
A brief item notes Fox Country suffered a fall on Tuesday June 24 1919. Officials report no casualties and ask residents to monitor for further updates. The incident underscores the town’s vulnerability to sudden accidents and weather-related dangers.
Fragmented report notes transfers of property and money among individuals, roped with names such as MF J Gorut and Mr Gus Prunger, plus references to beds of agricultural societies and forthcoming shows. Dates and places are unclear, but items hint at regional notices and events like a Norwhamidon show and Harbour gatherings.
A garbled report describes a late night departure from Kurnell to Geraldton for stock, with merchandise shipped and wool tied to a Bremantle return. The event featured light refreshments and an enjoyable evening.
A garbled note describes sudanese dress or wear and an alleged ordinary item proving its value in daily use. The fragment hints at practical attire or gear but lacks full context, names, dates, or places to confirm specifics.
The readable text lists several personal names and places in a fragmented notice. It references Mes TR De Lucey and publishers Ge aie, Me JM Prower, Kenthamp ton, Mr 2D Haley, Mallows, and Mr J Benes, Toles, suggesting a misread historical item with potential outsized names and locales.
A Geraldton wedding aggregated notable interest as Richard W Crabbe, son of Sam Crabbe of Gregory Steel, wed Ris May Andrews, elder daughter of J J Andrews of Holland Street Boch. The bride wore a velvet gown with needlework and a bouquet of pink blooms, with attendants in matching attire. The event concluded with plans for the couple to travel that evening.
The account describes remnants of a northern journey aboard the Penguin visiting Gerantos and mentioning the 670 foot peak and a 100 foot initial rise. It notes a voyage with Mr. AM Lock, a 30 year North West Australia veteran, and references a plan tied to mineral rights and the landings for surveying teams.
A mixed, garbled ad style note lists winter items and discounts including warm garments and health aids. It references influenza defense and cheap prices, with scattered mentions of shirts, singlets, Merino, and various fabrics. The legible content resembles an overprinted flyer promoting clothing and health-related goods.
Fragmentary OCR item from Geraldton retailer Oswell's featuring list of items and notices. Mentions leading grocers and drapers, Ball ery and pictures, and a royal choir or glee club event. Content is incomplete and unclear.
The rainfall for the 72 hours ending 8 p.m. today was 66 points. With the barometer rising at 30.208 today against 30.027 yesterday, fine weather can be expected for two to three days.
The monthly meeting on June 20 reported the health board income and general revenue credits totaling £35 12. Sd and 375 1% 11d. Accounts were examined for scrutiny with work assignments listed for several names including Edward Read and Gadd. Road work and maintenance tasks were noted, with progress expected for the Foster Way project and local infrastructure near Cradle's Gateway.
A Sydney telegram reports confusion over Latour Congress matters now in session. It asserts that statements about Latour members expelled in December 1914 being ousted are not true, reflecting conflicting reports on congressional seating and expulsions.
The report notes infection concerns and enthusiasm at a recreation event with players and rounds. It mentions the knockout principle and upcoming matches, with limited details on arrangements and payments.
One death from influenza and fourteen new cases reported yesterday as health officials track the outbreak. Authorities urge vigilance and remind residents to follow preventive measures. Local hospitals report steady patient load with several suspected cases awaiting confirmation.
Melbourne reports ten deaths today as Sydney experiences heavy mortality and fresh to repost positions in the eastern states. The afternoon briefing notes peril and the need to repost official stance amid ongoing dangers.
Fragmentary text notes cautions at the springs and a discouraged tone about disease. The readable portion references a district and mentions concerns raised by local officials. No clear events, dates, or identities are established in the surviving lines.
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