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Newspaper
Geraldton Guardian
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Jun 28, 1928
Page
3
Lowen won on June 2 with wins over Weand and Roed in the men’s singles. Lecomte defeated Tate and Patterson beat Klein, with scores listed as 61 64 85 and 63 44 63 04 2 61 respectively.
Chicago news reports say Big Tim Murphy, a noted labor leader from eight decades ago, was killed by a machine gun at his residence. He had been listening to radio coverage of the Democratic National Convention in Houston when a first shot was fired. assailants escaped.
Paris reports a grim Mareilles affair as police uncover three murdered women in a villa. Detectives say a man cemented a cellar floor before fleeing, with ties to marriage swindling and several missing lovers. Investigations continue as more bodies may be found.
Weather delays operations as experts hope to save remaining party members and Lundbourg for three to four weeks. Ice breakup expected to allow seaplanes to land once conditions improve.
General Nobile provides a detailed account of the Tealia airship disaster. He describes watching the dirigible for miles, a rising smoke column from its drift, and notes the chief engineer Pomelin died from brain injury after being struck by the engine.
Rumors swirled that a naval commander was relieved of duty, fueling 16 reports as the Marine Ministry stated the claim could not be confirmed because it was not exact. The era’s press battles over official veracity continue to shape public perception.
Winnipeg paper discusses a trial where a husband whipped his wife as a court dealt with alleged cruelty. Clergy and judges weigh biblical vs modern law as public opinion splits over punishment, suppression, and gender roles.
A fragment notes a grant for pioneering work linked to a 3000 farms plan. It mentions preliminary tasks, road construction acceleration, removal of rush routes, provision of water, and evaluating best methods to advance the scheme. Evidence already cited underpins loan approval under the agreement.
Mrs. Belle wife of Walter Belle dies after a sudden illness on June 25 leaving mourners and relatives to mourn the loss. The obituary notes her husband and family in a quiet community memorial.
Fragmentary notes describe a hearing with Mr Wendever and unnamed politicians. Text references evidence collection and a cursed or delayed proceedings phrase suggesting postponement to tomorrow. No clear names, dates, or locations are legible.
In a fragmented report, officials disclose letters and notes tied to the Genk affair, detailing Section documents and related correspondence. The uncovered items hint at administrative actions and potential links to Ber, with readers awaiting fuller context from ongoing reviews.
A fragmented review notes Big Gen Dramas Wer adventure and romance and praises a Madge Bellamy film for its sympathetic drama and humor. It highlights a comedy about everyday life in a sporting goods store and mentions Simple Her as a lively romantic plot with Clyde Cook in a timid driver role.
The Turf lists acceptances for Saturday at Perth including the Hurdle Race with fields such as Borkinad Chief Browsstag Canowie MT Comabola Hop away Coastland Corenium and trial starts. Trial starts show times around 1 16 and 2 05 with selections by Lochiel.
Market prices show lambs selling at 33 to 48 shillings good quality 31 to 36 shillings. medium lambs range 21 to 90 shillings. A note on top quality bellocks and ties to two pounds appears in the sale summary.
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