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Newspaper
Geraldton Guardian
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Mar 27, 1913
Page
2
An unclear notice mentions an Easter sale with items listed in garbled text. It references designs and prices like 66 each and several scattered brand or product names, though many words are indecipherable. The fragment suggests promotions or specials but lacks coherent details.
In a brief note dated 3 March 1944, acting government administrator Mr. He B. Eyplewin supplied figures and outlined steps for the fiscal or administrative measures under review. The fragment suggests ongoing government updates and budgetary considerations.
The notice lists the West Australian Steam Navigation Co and various ships including the Western Australia under Captain James Todd sailing from Geraldton to North West Java and Singapore around March 27 and April 1. It advertises routes to Fremantle Carnarvon Port Hedland and general tropical service with refrigerator freight, special fares, and reduced rates to western ports. It mentions ships Cession Townley Growgun and others with sailing plans and fare details from Fremantle and Geraldton. It also cites price for single and return journeys and carrier services managed by Frank Green & Co. Ry e.
Shipping updates show Mesaro Dalgety Los and other vessels sailing from Fremantle and Geraldton with March departures. Vessels Haron Charon Gorgon Premantle and Nevin West Ports plan routes toward Java Singapore and related ports. The note lists dates in March and April and mentions general port movements and resupply by sea.
Readers debate government plans on water supply policy and control, questioning official intentions and the impact on citizens. The correspondence references shortages, policy shifts, and calls for transparent action amid ongoing public concern.
The letter discusses water supply options for the valley region, weighing Yelua and Grimehaw plans. It questions capacity, reliability, and timing for pumping stations, noting possible 50 to 60 percent gains by linking sites and emphasizing urgency for Geraldine to secure sufficient supply.
Local and general notes from Geraldton report half yearly Visiting Nurse Scheme meeting planned for Monday night with good attendance expected. Cycling and athletic sports events due Saturday morning promise a strong turnout with contests starting around 11 o'clock. Police Court coverage notes a man named James an inmate facing unspecified charges. A farm sale at Hill, Georgia, conducted by A Hewait, attracted buyers and refreshments, with items such as ploughs, binder, wheat, steers, turkeys, and sheep selling at varied prices. several local figures attended. William Henry Hooper, ex secretary of the Lumpers' Union, charged with stealing 50 pounds, bail set, statements given, and inquiry ongoing.
A new regulation outlines teachers salaries linked to class size and female head teachers, setting maximums of £420 and £330 respectively, with provisions for assistants and special conditions. The Meekatharra shooting case advanced with Hector fatally wounded, an inquest opened. Recreation grounds funding discussed, potential Geraldton plans considered. council debated water scheme progress. Police panel proceedings noted five Chinese charged, and local electoral and civic matters covered alongside weather.
The North West District Union of Rifle Clubs held a multi event weekend at Geraldton range. Trigg led the 6 yard event with 500 yards, Smythe and Evans placed, while Platts won a shoot off in the prize list. Fleming captured the Black Range event. A Smith from Josoutharra topped the Day Dawn event with five hits, and Platts led the aggregate four-match total. Geraldton No 1 won the Clarke trophy team event with Day Dawn runners-up.
The special committee led by the Mayor and including Kempton Gardner and Goldberg presented the Fulton Hinge report on municipal affairs. It outlines requested office changes, salary conditions, staffing, and a redesigned office layout with a phased implementation planned for twelve months.
Weather has warmed and many residents take advantage of it for outdoor cleaning. De Bartlete remains unavailable amid illness and a three month absence. Three new doctors joined the district: Dr. Comer left after a time, Dr. Langry is newly arrived with his wife and child, and De Bartlett is in need of a replacement.
A serious collision on Tuesday night at Midland Junction involving a standby train from Geraldton buckled the guard's van and threw Masola and Tee from their positions. Both men suffered serious injuries and were pulled from the wreckage as the main line carriages remained waiting for a government engine to Perth.
Fragmented report notes Personal Items, Thy Wer and Tiller, once chairman, traveling through Geraldton en route to Sunn. The youth at the Geraldton hospital is recovering after injuries from a police incident. Mr DB Meniplay of the To and 6 Insurance Society returns to Geraldton after a three month provincial trip in the Eastern Staten.
The mayor Dr L M Hiamgertiond faced pressure to reverse his stance on appointing a mill manager as regent. Despite calls from Cr Stone and Dr Gardner, he insisted on his course, offering resignation only to be refused by the Town Clerk. The council debated authority and delays, then the matter was dropped with no change in policy.
A very pretty Doagarra wedding occurred Wednesday at Angtioun Church. Miss S Pheer, youngest daughter of a respected resident, married Mr Re Rew, son of another well known local. The ceremony was followed by toasts and celebratory drinks at the bride’s home. The couple plan to spend their honeymoon at the seaside and then at Geraldton. The writer notes the happy occasion and sends best wishes from the community.
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