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Newspaper
Geraldton Guardian
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
May 03, 1921
Page
2
A fragmented list details various lace boots and shoes with sizes from seven to thirteen, plus prices and notes. Items include machine sewn lace boots, white canvas bar shoes, and a lace boot labeled Horse Dethy Lace, with scattered pricing like 10/9 and 7/11, suggesting a sale or catalog.
In lovit memory of dene man brother Gunser Lewis George Langdon killed in action at Bullecourt May 3 1917 four years have passed our hearts still ache. Inserted by mother father sister and brothers Mr and Mrs L Baddock Geraldton. William In loving memory of Gear som and brother Louis drowned May 3 1918 overseas service three years have passed our hearts. His loving smile and cheery today. Inserted by his loving mother sisters and brothers. Great Peppermint Care.
A tribute of loving remembrance for Grace, who passed away May 4, 1917, age 14 years. God takes the loved ones from our homes but never from our hearts. Imprented by her loving parents, brother and sisters.
The Postal Department chose a Geraldton to Broome route as the best among proposed options, drawing strong discontent from North West residents. Negotiations with the Defence Department aim to supply test machines, with a goal to run a twelve month trial to judge practicality and inform the Governor General.
A long discussion notes the Postal Department may test a novel air and land route to connect Geelong and the Northern districts. It stresses non profit aims, hopes for rapid communication with major centers, and the need to encourage settlement of empty inland areas while facing time to arrange aeroplane and landing facilities.
A letter to the editor from Geraldton dated May 2 1821 praises the Soldiers Institute for a beneficial addition a donated valuable picture hanging prominently at the Institute main hall. The writer thanks a returned dig pore for the generosity and improvements attributed to the picture and its display.
A reader letter criticizes officials over a delayed return train at Walkaway. The writer defends railway department actions and urges consideration for the public, signing as M. Maley, House See.
In the men’s and ladies departments, prices list pull-on bats, black silk hats, and winter coats from 22/6. Footwear and garments include golfers, jumpers, and mitts at various lower prices. New season millinery shows choice hats, late winter models, and warm wear for ladies and girls. Produce and standard lines priced to market.
The third round of the Ewan Bowery Competition will occur next Saturday with Gerakiton facing Meckatharra, Mingeuew against Mullewa, BI Magnet versus Sandstone, and Broome versus Carnarvon. Mullewa withdraws, giving Mingenew a bye. byes from Mallowe retirement fall to Mt Magnet Meckatharra Carnarvon and Sandstone.
Treasury figures for April reveal a deficit of £54,186 17 2 in youth operations while revenue reached £401,711 18 9 and expenditure £656,199 13 11. Ten month total stands at £730,344 1 8 with accumulated deficit near £54,825,900. April revenue rose to £601,712 from £600,722 in 1920. April expenditure rose to £656,190 from £551,520. Railways spending up. state trading debits exceed credits by £229,680. April 1930 shows a monthly surplus of £49,105 versus prior deficit of £254,486. 1910-20 debit at £613,760 versus £759,264 deficit in 1920-21. Overall 1921 position £125,405 worse than same point in 1920. Previous year’s deficit closed at £908,226. Policy speech had forecast £400,000 deficit for year ending June 30, 1921. Premier declined to comment in Northam, promising Treasury talks on return to Perth.
In Conner a debate hints at open membership while praising inclusivity at the Weal bowling club. The Morrison Handicap Singles results show McCrae defeating Eipper 25-18 and Bouille besting Box 24-19, among other match outcomes. Reitze defeats Herman 25 and Cureie 25-1, with Stone and Corre also posting wins. Qualifying round standings include O'Neil 14 and Miller 12 points, leading to scheduled eliminations. For Chest complaints a note mentions Woods Peppermint Cure.
The conrinding match of the cricket season was played on Saturday at Queen's Park, when Married met Single and gave them a thorough defeat. Players listed include Thirley, McDonald, Holmes, Carpough, Rosam, Dunn, Langmead, Hutchison, Cavanagh, Groesler, Adamson, Evensen, Lyons, Pavey, Quin, and others with scores noted for each. Sundries and totals show Married scoring 800 and Single 43, with notable performances from McDouahl not out and Pavey.
Archdeacon Louch, longtime leader in Geraldton then Albany, bid farewell at St John’s Hall Albany after 34 years in church service. Speakers praised his work, God’s grace, and deep ties to Albany, with anecdotes about consecrations and local milestones. A dance followed as parishioners offered gifts and best wishes for his holiday travels and return to Australia.
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