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Newspaper
Geraldton Guardian
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Mar 04, 1913
Page
2
The readable fragments mention economic growth and public works with vague references to England and West Australia. It cites figures on trade, harbors, railways, and a future vision for national prosperity, plus scattered local timing data like sun phases and a March period.
Geraldton reports a busy era with major rail railhead progress toward Mullewa Wongar area and a large 5800 ton rail consignment for the line. Wheat shipments from Geraldton are rising with Aras bound for the old country and further lines expected to boost export volumes as railway works advance and mills inspect new districts.
Shipping notice lists Fremantle to North West Ports, Singapore and Java routes with captain names and voyage dates. It notes a specially fitted vessel with large refrigerator for Geraldton Fremantle trips and reduced tug rates, via PRASE GREEN and UO agents at Marine Terrace.
Fragmentary text mentions March dates and locations Freemantle Get-Vilow and Marel FU theater operations. Readers should note potential references to ports Java and Sinea and West Ports with nautical or transit context.
An athletic gathering was held at the Commonwealth Hotel last night to discuss the sports carnival date set for Saturday March 29. Secretary E J Williams noted rising inquiries from across the state and that entries are expected to grow as officials plan the next meeting for March 8 with staff and officials named for roles.
Mr WV Carson reached Gerahiten from Perth last night. The most favorable expectations are likely to be relayed on the tenet of the recent special case she underwent in Perth. She will be able to leave the hospital only after further care and recovery.
A letter to the editor complaints about lack of water for traveling stock on the Northampton Yuba road. A nearby well is poorly provisioned four draught points and a dam at Yuba lacks pumps and buckets. The writer questions the county board’s functioning and begs action to remedy the dire state for drivers and livestock.
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