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Newspaper
Geraldton Guardian
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
May 02, 1912
Page
2
Entry from Geraldton to Fremantle notes Minderoo captained by Mills on or about May 7. A fragment refers to summer merchandise and pulling for matwery. The readable text preserves names and ship reference with uncertain details.
A transcription of a heated council meeting reveals frustration over the handling of electric lighting schemes. Ratepayers were not given a direct vote on proposed methods and property owners felt bypassed, with critics accusing officials of autocratic action and violating the spirit of the act. The exchange centers on whether to push a low or high cap, and the councils’ decision risks public backlash.
At the Police Court, Teesdale Smith faced a charge for leaving the steamer Paroo without a quarantine officer's permission on August 3. The magistrate noted a potential guilty plea after a £50 fine was paid by the Muster of the s.s. Paroo. a nominal penalty and costs were ordered if he defaults. Several minor offenders were fined for being on unlicensed premises on Sundays April 14 and 26. Additional notes cover weather forecasts, local mining updates, and community notices from Geraldton, including Union events and tennis club meetings.
Memrs Dulgety and Co. Ltd with major steamers report schedules from Geraldton Fremantle and North West ports. Minderag set to leave Geraldton for Fremantle about May 7, Charon bound Fremantle from Geraldton on May 7, Wharton to Derkner from Geraldton, Joo from Geraldton to Fremantle on about May 31, Minderoo to Fremantle and Singapore from Geraldton and North West ports on May 22.
Fragmentary OCR line shows limited readable bits including “Notice” and scattered letters. No identifiable persons, organizations, dates, places, or concrete action. Unable to derive a solid headline or summary beyond noting a damaged public notice fragment.
The council moved to let ratepayers vote on the lighting issue after prolonged debate at the recent referendum. A public meeting earlier had voiced support for weighing the two options, and the council resolved to offer an explicit opportunity to express opinion through a vote. The process began with a minority showing interest from a few observers.
King's Hall presented five collectional pictures last night led by Tris Tsutde, a famed play subject, described as magnificently staged with gorgeously colored scenery. The Niagara Falls piece joined the lineup as a highlight, while the Empire orchestra offered delightful music. The program repeats tonight and tomorrow with a complete change listed for Saturday.
Wool expert Henshaw Jackson of the South Australian School of Mines and Industries discusses the best sheep breeds for Australian farms. He notes most sheep fall under a broad Abat designation aside from merino and wild mountain types, with English breeds imported to Australia and New Zealand varying by soil and climate.
Portion of last year's wool clip turned into children's woollen shirts sweaters bloomers vests and ladies golfing blouses. Now selling at the Red House Adri where affordable fashion items debut under Thang of Fashion Advi showcasing chic style.
An OCR fragment lists sales pitches and items from multiple shops. It mentions low prices, children’s goods, Hacking Conch at Woon, Great Peppermint Cures, summer costumes, blouses, and splen did goods offered at cost through Fuller's and other advertisements.
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