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Newspaper
Geraldton Guardian
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Jun 24, 1922
Page
1
A resident of Yalgoo criticizes the Yalgoo Bond Board for tender practices. He alleges the secretary pressured a second bidder to match the winning tender after the contract was held, claiming outside directors lacked full facts. He seeks a satisfactory explanation. Pro Bono Publico signs the letter.
In a heated meeting the Country Party condemned the government bid to extend the tramway without parliamentary approval. Leaders pressed for immediate access to Mr Beaddam to explain actions while MPs urged collision with Cabinet and prompt settlement of policy on immigration land and road schemes.
A fragmentary account describes trepang fishing near the Barrier Reef with Malay or Japanese crews and aboriginal divers. It recalls sharks, yellow sea snakes, and a 1893 incident where Wilson and aboriginal workers were attacked, spears fired, and shots fired at the crowd aboard a trepang lugger.
An account recalls Wilson rescuing a woman as the ship neared land eighty miles away. It notes a prolonged sea journey to Somerset and mentions surgeons and injuries. The piece discusses reef fish and trepang divers, noting shark behavior and hazards around the Barrier Reef.
Mining returns show Carnation Mine under G Hallman producing 241 tons for 31 oz 12 dwt and 123 tons for 103 oz 10 dwt. Carnation Mine under CW Payne yields 10 tons for 49 oz.
Old prospector John Balgow, long thought too aged for mining, found a 150 ounce quartz specimen hidden in a small patch. After smelting, about 110 ounces of gold were recovered. Officials caution against a rush to the site while noting the find is the largest in the gulls’ area for some time. The report also notes political steps in Australasia with nominees and a pre-sessional party meeting set for June.
A deputation from the Royal Agriculture Society asked the Minister for Agriculture for financial support to improve draught horses. They proposed dividing the state into five zones, offering prizes of £5 £5 and £3 with a £2.50 premium in each zone, contingent on conditions, and asked the government to fund the £2.50 premiums. Mr. Maley said the amount had already been priced on the draft estimates.
A clipped note reports a letter of thanks addressed to departmental officers. The document records an unusual review by director G L Sutton and mentions a courteous reception of the missive.
In a brief list the Army and Navy Stores advertise butter at 2/3 for a 1 tin in all colours and water bids with English canoes 1 gallon at 4/8 and 1 gallon at 4/2. Kebosenf 20/- per case 10/- per tin. Best rice 432. Pineapple slices 1/6 per tin. All tin fish offered below market price.
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