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Newspaper
Geraldton Guardian
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
May 08, 1926
Page
2
Mr and Mrs 3 L Gould express heartfelt thanks for letters telegrams and sympathy following the death of their daughter Pearle They also thank Dr Walls the Hewa Vine and the staff of Ropotis Hiltal for their care and kindness during the illness and at the time of the funeral
Fragmentary oblique report notes Mr. PrEior rand of the Victorian Hotel securing booth rights for a two day event. A long quirk of local life appears with references to a gravesite, a council chamber bell, and varied social notes from racing, theatre, and local ventures.
A garbled OCR fragment mentions a crime or incident near Greynough Havil and vandalism. Names appear as J. J. Ry2e and a Cink Hotel purchase. Details are unclear due to missing text and transcription errors.
A clipped Western Australian notice recounts deaths and movements of residents including Mrs Bell and Mrs Gurney. It notes the late 94 year old widow with three daughters and many descendants. Names such as Mr Moore and Mr Bas passer are listed among relocations and tributes in Fremantle and Norseman areas.
An April weather summary notes strong winds and heavy mineforms mainly in the southern regions, with record coastal values between Gingin and Cape Nature. Derby saw 10.24 inches of rain, while temperatures peaked at 52 degrees at Norham. Northern Coalgardie remained drier, but coastal disturbances affected Varteseuc to Carmar.
A cluttered ad style note announces Tee's Movies and The Mad Whirl starring Alay McAvay and Jack Molkalt screening at two picture houses, with The Vendiet featuring Lou Tellegemaa and Laulee Lormine. It previews Durand of the Bad Tass with Burk Supe, references a birthday, matinees, and Chaplin's The Gold Rush, praised as the greatest Chaplin comedy.
Inspector J. Cooke described a case at the Paderion and Shape Hat factory where charges arose from a late shop inspection. A saloon door was ajar after 9 pm and staff failed to shut, with witnesses noting customers inside. Defendant pleaded Guilty. fines of 10 shillings and 9s 8d costs imposed for breaches of the WOPS and Factories Act.
Frederick Sidmeyer faced three charges of breaches of the Traffic Act in Police Court after failing to appear. Details allege improper car parking on a fond and neglect to follow orders, with testimonies stating the vehicle obstructed the way and that the defendant had prior driving history. A fine totaling twenty shillings and three pence was imposed.
On a rough voyage from Fremantle to Carnarvon, the small coastal boat Irene was wrecked near Biden Telune of Jumes Way. Only the owner I Markey and Sam Martell survived, while crew and passengers endured days at sea, clinging to wreckage and sheltering on a rock band. Rescue eventually brought them to Copsel and then Maura, with care from Waller and Les Bowers.
A damaged letter to the editor discusses emigration and settlement in Australia. It reflects anxieties about newcomers, rural life, and future expansion, urging courage to face life and suggesting support for new settlers while acknowledging challenges of distance and isolation.
Report notes final polling day with varied campaign activity by Country Party and other groups. Investigations into bread prices reveal changes affecting consumers, with witnesses detailing local price shifts and supplier behavior as Parliament weighs the issue.
Christ Church to-morrow offers Holy Communion at 11 am and Evensong at 7 pm led by the Rector Rev. William Rockin. Wesley Church marks Mothers Day with Rev. Miriam Jt Muley and Miss Jarvie of America addressing services, featuring a children's program and hymns. A Boy's Best Friend is his Mother, and a Menage to Mothers will be delivered with musical offerings by the choir.
A fragmentary report discusses Sir Nicholas Lockyer and Mr Lyons on Tasmanian shipping plans. It notes proposed steamship links between mainland Australia and Tasmania, prewar subsidies, and costs of vessels, with emphasis on public opinion postwar and potential local trading vessels as substitutes.
Fragmentary OCR cites a figure named J EEE and a man resigning from the railway department amid mining work and rain fate rumors. The text mentions Peterborough, Kadima, and a period decades ago, with references to newspapers and an era of public notices.
Stock movements list routes and items including sheep and bogies between pastoral stations. It notes cattle or stock movement schedules, mentioning Motkatharra, Michamd Jusetion, Merkatherrs, and Utecarca with dates around May. The fragmentary text shows transport by bogies and sheep heading to various stations.
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