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Newspaper
Geraldton Guardian
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Jun 24, 1922
Page
2
Professor Dresden of Oregon Agricultural College discusses nutrition limits of chemical analyses and finds vegetable protein differs from animal protein in supporting egg yields. He notes mixtures of seeds and fats influence growth, challenging prior feed formulas and highlighting experimental results.
In fond remembrance of Hooper nee Beward James who died recently. Mr sad MES A. JAMES thanks friends for letters and floral tributes and expresses sincere sympathy. Inserted by his loving mother father sisters and brothers.
The week ends with unsettled rain forecasts failing to materialize as barometer rises. Church services noted for The Living World and The Glory of the Crown. Local agriculture updates focus on wheat crops, rabbits, and sheep stock movements with shipments and trials across Western Australia.
The Eraldton Guardian notes a Saturday gathering titled Faith and Fiesta hosted by local committees. Residents are invited to join activities planned across venues with music, food, and community service booths.
Local items report a Friday schedule including a motor garage meeting and a commission business development by Mr Moore. A police case describes a market gardener charged under the Cruelty to Animals Act for buying poisoned bait, with defense arguing timing and evidence, while authorities seek community caution on poison use.
A newspaper snippet lists stock items from Megs Fabrics including overcoats, trousers, and shirts with indigo fast dye, khaki tones, and heavy weights. It details prices per yard or pair for calico, sheeting, towels, crepe garments, muslins, voiles, and wool flannels in various colors and patterns.
Auglesn Church schedules Holy Communion at 4 am, Mattins at 11 am, Holy Baptism at 4 pm and Evensong at 7 30 pm with the sexton in charge. A dancing class will be held Tuesday nights at Oddfellows Hall starting June 27 led by Miss Leach with Mr Kim Holmes and Mr Weekes providing music. A proposed road improvement near Geralston Northampton aims to cost about £2 and the Primary Producers conference in Western Australia in June will discuss rural matters and the Coaliton Government links. The conference opens 8 pm Tuesday, runs through Wednesday, and includes talks on Midland Railway farming, marketing, and state finance. A Melbourne-style wool demonstration by Ms Melatun, the Government Wool Expert, is planned for Dalgety and sheds Tuesday afternoon at 1 pm.
Market report lists vegetables and pricing including cabbage at 0.6d per lb cauliflower 1d per 1/8 net, french beans 7d per lb, parsnips 0.5d, beets 0.3d, carrots 0.4d, rhubarb 0.6d, apples 3d per lb, tomatoes 1d per unit, and other items with varying small unit costs. Prices shown in old shilling and pence style.
A large Geraldton gathering endorsed the Geraldton Citizens Association in Council Chambers to oversee the Provisional Committee's work. Officers elected include President L Herman and Treasurer O's committer with 140 members. goal is 1000 members. Discussions covered harbour improvements, slip usage, wool sales, Gebing industry, and railway freight, with emphasis on self sufficiency and local growth. The group plans extra meetings and may invite mayoral requisitions to drive progress. Trade with Germany remains unchanged as import controls persist.
An annual hospital fundraiser to be held at Town Hall on Charaday sight. The event aims for high spirits and social impact with support from notable donor Mitre Frank Broad and local figures.
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