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Newspaper
Geraldton Guardian
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
May 02, 1925
Page
2
A chaotic report covers a police court case for noncompliance with renewal orders, a May Day public holiday notice detailing post office, telegraph, and savings bank operations, and a welfare schedule. It also notes a Lions care warning, a doctor’s medical anecdote, and a transport mishap where a car and travelers reach a destination after a long walk.
A fragmented report covers road and rail talks, Labour Day plans, a shipping shipment of wool and coastal cargo, a police court appearance for Alec Tic, and local movements. It notes road improvements for Nuke’wsih, a Gascoyne arrival at Gersbdtes, and multiple public notices from Broome to Geraldton with weathered detail on wool markets and community events.
Fragmentary report notes Kadina South Australia residents and visitors including Mr. We MM Prime Minister of New Sealand visiting the area. Mentions Minister for Hailways Wilbeck and A. E. Uren among attendees at local events and discussions on imperial government relief funds to aid employers and create jobs.
New winter fabrics and garments displayed by Oswell feature satin brocade crepe materials double width mousseline andalp combinations in shades including almond and black. Men’s wool suits and navy serge outfits are tailor made with sizes available, while priced items include crepe materials at 7/3 yard and twill trousers at 15/0 per pair.
Acting Minister for Mines and Agriculture Mr Hickey voices support for a Commonwealth bonus to gold mining to boost output and jobs. He notes high production costs and war pressures, urges practical means to bring lower grade ore into reach, and stresses protection and state development align. He calls for a tariff backed revival plan.
The Interstate eight race for the King's Cup was rowed on the Yar River this afternoon. Western Australia claimed victory with Tasmania and New South Wales trailing behind.
A church notices page outlines Monday morning service and Sunday evening talk on The Gospel of Work for Labour Day. It lists choir anthems, week evening meetings, baptismal and communion times, and confirmation plans. Details include Christ Church services and St John’s devotion at evening service.
Proia Our Own Correspondent reports a May 4 event in a small town with a big rally lineup. The program includes a Saturday Handicap with prize money, Kiddies events, track master officiating, wheelbarrow races, sack races, and a dance with prizes. Attendance and publicity are emphasized to boost community entertainment.
Vaudeville aerial cycling thrills headline a La Mave Trio performance in Perth at White City venue. The act features death defying stunts with a bottomless saber tree and other aerial feats. The program includes additional acts and a romantic subplot, with notices of surrounding theater offerings and entertainment at King Theatre and Queen’s.
In Perth a late boxing match before Governor Campion drew a 2,000 spectator crowd. Kinand Bee rher faced Eesest Roe in a 29 minute contest across six weight rounds. The bout ended with fierce exchanges and a foul by P. Busts on the final rounds as Butcher fell and staggered under referee orders.
Fragmented notes list remaining matches in the Easter Tournament. Event items mention players Blew Spire Norman, Hall Watterson, Williams Mocntsin, Snelgrs Sherinck, and others with unclear outcomes. Details cover handicap, doubles, and rounds toward the final, plus field notes on court lengths and officials.
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