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Newspaper
Geraldton Guardian
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Mar 02, 1920
Page
2
Frank Green and Co conducts a late stage summer sale at the Big Store with remaining dresses remants and school wear offered at cost. Displays include two dozen Galatea blouses, children’s one piece outfits, and men’s cotton socks priced at 1 shilling 9 pence per pair. Country orders receive best attention.
Great sale of millinery with cheap hats trimmed or untrimmed advertised in a local shop window. Shoppers urged to visit early for best selections and prices.
The article recalls Millewa militia activities with references to Private Dest, Derren Ged, and public favor in the district. It notes a meeting chaired by Chas Michell discussing the Morning Works scheme and a December plan linked to growth, with Medalton and Mr T Thomas noted in attendance.
The article traces the term Old Nick to Saint Nicholas, noting legends of gifts through windows and the shift from kindly saint to a frightful figure. It links the name to various European tales and nursery beliefs, suggesting the modern vulgar expression arose from long cultural evolution.
An interview with Prime Minister Ge Prem and ministers discusses the necessity of desalination and water management. Michell and Caren note a creping issue and the Enggeem’s differing opinions after a Bad given the Margter fre Works. The new difficulty fat Bud areen be.
The fragment describes varied sea creatures including gobitrogs and oyins-trogs with Polyphates Relmwaréit Tt named by Professor Siediecki. It notes color, diet, and behavior, and mentions South Sea Islanders' belief in inheritance of paradise by physically perfect individuals. The water clarity is mentioned as poor.
Catalog-style promotional listing from Oswell's Manchester Department, touting cheap men’s shirts, undergarments, suits, pajamas, hats, and kids’ clothing. References to fabric, colors, and bulk discounts accompany wide ranges in sizes and styles. Includes table linens, curtains, towels, and lawn fabrics with noted low prices.
Visitors defeat hosts by 104 runs at Zoo Ground in Sowh Perth. Notable performances include Geraldton players McDonald, Brownway, and Broadway as Broadways features heavily in bowling. notable batsmen Roper and Hepburn contribute, with several players dismissed by Wilberforce and McDonald. Final score details show dominant batting and mixed fielding.
February revenue rose by about £KY6000 against 1919 while expenditure fell by £11000 leading to an accumulated deficit about £4157. The report shows better overall fiscal performance with higher revenue and controlled costs though details are partly garbled in OCR.
Fragmented OCR notes describe a misadventure near an airfield with injuries, followed by mentions of Mr G Sulton and Miss Moore involved in social events and politics. References include Perth, Chapman Shire Farm, MLA figures 30 Wikeck, John oa family ties, and a touring master list. Details are garbled and names incomplete.
A debated session focused on improving equipment at Chapman State Farm. Speakers urged modernization to boost production, support fodder planting, and train workers. They argued the farm’s value hinges on gear upgrades and proper management, calling for government support and funding.
Fragmentary OCR suggests ancient drinking practices linked to horna and pocerus beliefs about approaching violence. The text mentions a forerunner to the modern tumbler and mead drinking as draught, with primitive methods described in scattered phrases.
Text appears as garbled speech about government decisions and promises. Mentions Premier and Geraldton with references to opposition, revenue, and provision of water and utilities amid political tensions. The fragment hints at a planned policy shift and fiscal measures affecting local prosperity.
Fragmented report discusses South Africa's emerging leading role in global markets and military context. Mentions international responses, potential advantages for South Africa, and remarks on wartime production and allied support amid broad geopolitical tensions. Names and places are unclear due to OCR issues.
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