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Newspaper
Geraldton Guardian
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Mar 10, 1925
Page
2
Dalgety & Company notes the death of Lila Marian Criddie at Prementio Hospital on March 15 1924. The notice mourns their daughter and sister with a brief poem and lists surviving family including George and Ada Criddie Navens Holly Dupe Trixie Cora and brothers Fred and Alan.
Mr Tom Moore and Mr and Mrs J Kelly and family express sincere thanks for letters telegrams cards and tributes of sympathy after the death of their loved one They particularly thank Dr Hongerfert Sister Manson Matron Davies and others for their devoted care and walking attention during their bereavement.
Local notes report the Northern Methodist meeting last week with ministers and delegates listed, and a forecast of scattered weather along the Ex st Gaocuyne. The Midland Railway Premier P Collier is cited as not prepared to submit proper replies to Midland Railway requisitions, with overtures to come from the Midland Railway Companies.
The article describes H.C. Prom defending the lead early and staying ahead as Eilew Mol Eile and ELI compete amid a large spectator crowd. Muscle and endurance push the field with Eilerel Oy gaining danger but HC keeps the crown.
Weather favored Yenty members as Crum and others competed in opening events on the cycling track and swimming pool. The junior 11 yards bandicep, diving contests, and handicap races drew a large crowd with several top finishes and hopes for senior mile points and 100 yards handicap at the next meet.
At a mayoral gathering Mrs Fielding presented the club's programme highlights. Mr Fielding, president, thanked the Mayor and Council for backing and electric lighting funds remained to be raised. The Mayor praised the committee, track opening was announced, and three cheers were given. Races included a junior mile and handicap events with clear winners noted.
Several cases in the Childers Court involve breaches of the traffic act on Traf er Street. Defendants include motorists and bicyclists fined for riding without lights or proper registration. penalties range from 40 shillings plus costs to six days' imprisonment or similar. Some defendants did not appear, incurring additional charges and fines.
A brief notice identifies Mr F timeface as manager of Bauk ee. Details are limited in the text, with no further context on location or dates provided.
Poor Tuesday night rain drenched Oswell's store and warehouse damaging goods. Items including millinery garments dress goods Manchester lines and booths are marked down to clear with many at a quarter price. Stock ranges from trousers and shirts to hats and ribbons with broad discounts.
A large attendance gathered February 24 at the Roman Catholic Cathedral in Geraldton for the wedding of Miss Gladys Giles to Mr. C W Burgess. The ceremony, officiated by Rev Father Lynch, featured a cream satin gown and a pink satin dress for the bridesmaids, with a morning reception at the church followed by celebratory toasts and gifts from numerous friends and relatives.
A civic reception highlighted calls to loosen the terms of the Federal State Grant for road works in the South West. Local leaders argued landowners should be eligible contractors, more discretion over spending should be allowed, and states should bear overheads, with several local projects cited as examples.
Vern Gordon stars in Hollywood with Petad and V Perimutter as the romance and backstage drama unfold at the King's Theatre. Films feature Jack heavyweight champion and a string of comedies with awards and prizes, with proceeds aiding the Sesaklion Mowing Club.
Brief item notes a namesake figure, Gersictes, along with a manager T. Davis, with vague figures 31.4 and Tet. The fragmentary text implies a local business or project update but provides no clear action or outcome.
Rain and drought mix as Pedrescu state reports very dry conditions earlier in the month. Farmers faced poor yields with some fields damaged by wind and hail. North subdivision shows ploughing resuming despite losses while green corn and water supplies are noted, though hardships persist.
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