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Newspaper
Geraldton Guardian
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Jun 26, 1926
Page
2
A promotional note praises a new piano instrument described as a remarkable electronic sounding device that mimics master piano touch. The letter emphasizes its ability to replicate expressive nuance, promising a compelling demonstration to prove its musical value and inviting interested buyers to attend.
An assortment of fabric and garment items from Hardwicke and Co including men’s freeley lined singlets, wool flannels, sweaters, coats, cream letter cloth, and marine woolin fabrics. Prices range from 1 shilling to several pence per yard with descriptions of materials and colors such as mauve and pale pink.
June 26 1928 local items note frost and ice in shallow water roads with traffic concerns at a school crossing. Reports on road asphalt ridges, path improvements, and a motor accident. The Chief Secretary receives a shipment of large oranges from The Gap near Namine as proof of climate suitability for wheat and fruit in the north.
The report describes an inmate J J Jeunes at Bsoclin Hoopitzi being unchanged today. It mentions Premier P Collier visiting Basters batt and references Marjorie and J C Margregor of Geraldtes with E Ethan Blythfieh Plantation Ayr. Governor Sir William Campion is noted on a tour with a death event in Saiswde.
A fragmented cinema listing notes The Unguarded Hour with Doris Kenyon and Earle Williams among a cast including Clare Bow and Lealle Prem. It mentions The Caguandree ree ee and the Duke’s Th, plus The Vaguanled Hour with Doris Kenyon. The King’s Own Toesta program presents new features and a Paramount offering Home Week by George Ade.
The Minister for Police stated that Police Department dependents are excluded from the Workers Compensation Act but covered by the Police Benefit Fund. Payments for the late Inspector Walsh total about £11,180 and for Sergeant Pittman about £746, with potential additional sums from the fund. Widows receive a weekly pension and dependents may obtain allowances for children. salaries were continued for two months and extended to June 30, with pension provisions to start the following day.
Perth reports that Geraldton delegates to the recent Musici Conference attempted work for the council. The Kingoorli murder inquest is delayed until Tuesday at the request of counsel for the accused. Coulter to Treffrac will be transported from Fremante to Kalgesrlie today.
The Works Committee reported to the Municipal Council on Welnénda7 night a tentative winter road works programme. It covers repairs and extensions along Post Office lane Eleanor street Rimymon atvert Lago dene Chapmaen Road Maitland Lewis street and several Chapman Road extensions with minor works. The council considered letting new work by tender or by contract while noting winter efficiency and labour needs, amid broader remarks on past methods and management.
Men’s sixes coats offered at stock reducing sale price of 40 rupees each, originally 60. Gabardine rain coats available in all sizes at 46 rupees each, down from 60. Limited stock advertised in a period newspaper style.
Miss Mills, a 19 year old West Australian, won the Mini West Australia title and will join the finals in Sydney then head to San Francisco for the Miss America contest. A swimming champion and university student, she leaves July 18 with her mother funded by supporters.
The death of Mr. Tom Sampey, an elderly prospector, occurred at Moora on Turwilay. He had a long career in Western Australia, tracing back to early gold discoveries near Mt Magnet and involvement with several prospectors. Deceased had lived with his son Mr. Albert Sampey, Midlands Advertiser manager, and family members in mourning.
A philanthropist funds a version from a local child of the story of Ede Se. The text shows a divergent, garbled narration with repeated phrases and unclear speakers as Adami and others respond amid a rising, shrill cry.
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