Bonnievale Mining Sensation Heroic Divers Rescue Miner
The Wentralia and East Extension mine at Bonnievale near Coulgardie flooded entombing an Italian miner named Varischutti. Divers from Kalgoorlie led by Hughes reached him after multiple descents, delivering food and light while signaling his survival. The rescue drew statewide admiration.
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Wentralia
East Extension
Bonnievale
Coulgardie
Warischott
Bat
Risa
Minister of Mines
H Gregory
Perth
F. Hughes
Kalgoorlie
Hearne
Work of Rescue Brings Miner Near Surface in Coolgardie
In Bonnievale a miner Varischetti is nearly freed as water in the drive drops to about half prior levels. Divers Hughes and Hearne report smooth operations, delivering food, clothes, and light. Letters from Varischetti describe fear and hope as air pressure is reduced and the shaft nears breakthrough.
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Coolgardie
Bonnievale
Ealing
Varischett
Varischetti
Hughes
Variachetti
Divora Hughes
Hearne
Bughes
Varighetti
Joe
Hay
Rescue Effort Proceeds For Miner Varinchetti
A distressed note from Modesto Varinchetti asks for pity and helps as rescue workers labor to bring him from a mine. He describes a resting place near Varischetti’s Resting Lad and details distances, water, and the need to reach the surface. Officials expect the rescue to be completed by Wednesday or Thursday.
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Mate
Modesto Varinchetti
Vareschetti
Varinchetti
Asx
Varivebetti
Wreck of Cock-o'-the-North Near Geraldton
Intelligence confirms the fishing vessel Cock-o'-the-North owned by Winter Brandt & Co Fremantle ran onto rocks near Buller River ten miles north of Geraldton. Salng Warner and two crew survived. one man walked to town. Loss estimated at £600.
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Geraldton
Tons
Messrs. Winter
Warner
Hhe
Nelson
Cook-o'-the-North
Parkes
Victoria
Inter Town
York
Bouchates
Poperty
Murchinon
Encampment Special Men Boots Sale at Blanco
Special notice lists men military boots in size 9/14 pair with Blanco location and cake offer details for September 14. Local readers are urged to visit the event for deals and merchandise availability.
Easter Holidays Excursion Fares Announced
Advert notices special train services for Easter holidays from Geraldton to Perth and Midland areas. Excursion fares start March 25 with trains operating March 26 including Geraldton to Northampton and return trips. Good Friday Sunday Service detailed with schedule: Geraldton to Perth 7:90 am, Geraldton to Northampton 2:30 pm, Walkaway connections and other morning/afternoon runs listed.
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Walkaway TV
Pan
Geralilton
Walkaway Tube Club Race Meeting
Sheltered stalls available with public houses and refreshment booths. Ordinary and special trains for Mull-Holiday days. Baril engaged. Good racing. Particulars ace programmes and testers, HK. Maley, Hon. Seo, Vacancy for private boarders, Marine Terrace near Police Station, Mrs. Woolhouse.
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Baril
Merine Terrace
V. Woolhouse
Land Office Notices From Verth Barrack Street
Downes, licensed surveyor, offers representation for selectors and graziers in land office business. Includes applications, amalgamations, mortgages, transfers, and related matters. Write for particulars and save time and rail fares at Eustes Chambers Barrack Street, Verth.
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Downes
Weite
Eustes Chambers
Verth
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Vericchetti
Rughoa
Varischutti
United States
Ady
Oliver’s Clothing Company Tallors, Hosiers
J. G. Smith
Geraldton Tailoring Company
W. N. James
4.G's
J.G. Smith’s Big Store
A. R. Morrison
Armstrong Cycles and Accessories
Hobart
L. Kruger
Marine Terrace
Public Works Contract
Enders
Fos
Particulara P.W.A.D. Umice
Gerallton
Domgarra
Serioul
Partividans
Vongarra
P.w.ad. Offiew
F. L. Stronach
Tarquin—Planet Seed Vinnter
Dewina
W.A.G.R
Walkaway Tube Club
Greenough Show Ground
HK. Maley
Hon. Seo
Frank E. Davis
F. Lee Steere& Co
General Commission
Guldfield
National Mutual Life Association of Australasia, Limited
Orient Royal Mail
South British Insurance Co
Swan Brewery Co., Ltd
Prize Ale & Stout
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