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Newspaper
Geraldton Guardian
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Mar 25, 1920
Page
4
The readable text sketches scattered notes on ancient talk of roads and distances, anomalies in mile definitions across nations, and distant events. It references a river, rail service, police duty, and various towns, with historical figures and places named in a disordered panorama. It hints at harm and destruction from galets and floods, and mentions Syria and Tabanon in passing.
A historical report discusses racial wage disparities in South Africa, noting white miners earning about £1 per day for eight hours while Black workers are paid far less. It describes limited access to skilled labor for nonwhites, gradual openings for Black workers in roles like engineer and bricklayer, and social issues linked to alcohol and crime among natives. The text also touches on the color bar, emigration of educated Africans, and a Parliament member’s controversial incident regarding an educated native.
A lengthy aerial cableway project is described, aiming to span about 76 miles from the Punjab plains to a valley region in Keshel, Kashmir. Officials cite cost near £309,000, anticipated transport times of about 16 hours by air route, and electricity generated by a nearby water power station. The plan faces geological and maintenance challenges like frequent slips and boulders, with towers reaching up to 100 feet.
The Swedey Times notes agitators in Swedey Bay seeking separation while authorities warn of federation movements. Mention of Mr Drummond, a shipyard injury, and a district reporter returning after an injury recovery. The text blends garbled OCR with local political tension and a map of regional concern.
Mullewa News reports locals unable to attend the Geraldton McGuire race aftermath. Events featured Saab depictions, ring games, a poplar public competition, and a Roman Catholic Church fundraiser held on the 16th and 17th. The produce stall and charity efforts drew strong interest despite weathered attendance.
A fragment discusses trees as economical crops for farmers, noting uncertain profits and costs. It suggests a comparison of crops and hints at a cautious assessment of profitability, with reference to practices in common land and long-term yields. The text mentions a Dormer and a system of planting, sowing, and managing small parcels over years.
Racing card for Walkaway includes events such as Flying Handicap Sir Furlongs with Mars Rose Wax Palm Villa toe, Second Class Hack Race Five furlongs Tees Dreary Day Faithful Sim Lett Narra Terra Mies Materia Solfiahar Moy Gauze Doreen Fark, Walkaway Handicap Cec mile Mural ose Wax Palm Receris See Again, First Hack Race Five furlongs Dove Cas Buda Boy Corrie Spartineer, Farewell Handicap Seven furlongs Mura Hese Cuyuac Nundu Home Again Cul on sue Hover Bound Arment entries.
Railways overwhelmed Town as Elliott top scored with 37 not out in the first innings and 4 fours in a second innings of 129. Town managed 39, Railways 22 for Elliott. Geraldton faced Upper Chapman and Northampton with mixed results as Carter and Carter’s bowlers limited the hosts, final scores showing a sound win for the visitors.
Reports from Vi pada Cently detail two major freezing and cold storage projects in De tealla and Donaldthe letter to coup £100,000 with £50,000 for twelve percent interest. Australian industry tensions rise as new facilities promise meat, sheep and cattle storage, amid rising demand and rising season pressures.
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