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Newspaper
Geraldton Guardian
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
May 09, 1918
Page
2
The Bartlett family expresses gratitude to the Aelegsaia, lentere, and flora tributes received during their bereavement. Special thanks go to De Bartlett, the Rev Mr Gill, and Mrs O'Chanor for their tireless attention to their devoted mother.
Voters in the Central Province will elect a representative Saturday. Ruth and an opponent, both locals from prominent families, are vying for the legislative seat after 18 years of preceding service. The current leader seeks reappointment by voters, arguing record and party alignment amid ongoing Labour shift.
A political tract criticizes the Labour Party for excessive borrowing and lavish spending before and during its term, claiming inherited programs were poorly justified and led to rising interest costs. It praises the Wilson and Lefroy ministries for curbing expenditure and forecasts a smaller deficit, while noting support for Mr Drew’s sanatorium project and urging continued fiscal restraint for taxpayers.
A杂 ragged collection notes a Pershing rumor, a repatriation council move guided by Mayor Frank Green, and a Kalgoorlie Cemetery double interment of James Bye and Mrs Reachalage. It also cites German satire on piano spoofs and warnings about Australians dying from contaminated water and constipation.
The Archbishop of Perth Dr Riley will arrive in Ceralston next Tuesday morning as guest of Mr and Mrs Raymond Gee. He will be driven to Greenough for a confirmation service and later administer confirmations at Christ Church Geraldton with events continuing through the week including a social at the Perth municipal electrican vacancy and opium seizure reports. recruiting progress in Geraldton and a Soldiers Institute meeting are noted.
Thos A Drage of Northampton writes to BalixAR asking what abnormal circumstancies justified large advances to Thurces cave, why Uybinet’s approval was granted after the subterranean viepartment ceased, and what other suiters have received special treatment by Cs Suhtenment. He seeks clear explanations for electors in May 1918.
A busy ad touts NGCLOTH CALICORA RIBBONS and white cream fabrics for winter wear. It mentions To Wells uniforms, ladies underwear, fleecy blouses, hats with millinery, and umbrellas. New dress materials include reversible tweeds and navy serge yardage at varied prices, alongside grocers at market rates and Conqueror tea and soap offers.
Racing in West Australia lists Saturday race card with horses in First and Second Class Plates, and multiple stakes events. Notable entrants include Nellena Murdle Nace and Lord Reay in miler events, plus numerous horses across classes with times and weights. meeting features the Junction Handicap over one mile and three furlongs and a Farewell Welter over a mile.
Tentative events list shows Yee, Dor hurdles at 2 10 pm. Piret event at 3 40 pm. Second Plate at 18:00? Tatcay at 3 60? Welter at 8 pm. OCR reads unclear times and names.
The report A death of J J Pengehey from South Australia who worked as compositor and porter in Lawhara and Sandstone is noted. Harold Clinch son of Mr and Mrs A C Clinch of Greenough died on April 24 from wounds. he was 25 and enlisted two years ago. Private Frank Johnston, nephew of Mrs E A Ritchie Roa, died of wounds in France on April 26. he belonged to Geraldton and enlisted at Kalgoorlie. Lance Corporal O M O R Pine Clair, son of Mr and Mrs J L Gait, wounded on April 18 after returning from a furlough in England. Mr Joshua Waldeck suffers another serious attack but is improving. A Woolward requests extended leave. council grants it. William Webb of X fibson and Co plans to return to Geraldton to attend to business.
A dramatic election scene features Jaded Johnny and The Spook discussing the Labour Party and local duties. The Spook accuses Johnny of inaction despite opportunities, while Johnny admits Perth influences and recalls the district’s needs and past promises. The dialogue hints at ongoing political tensions and impending re election.
From Our One Correspondent Northampton hosted rival candidates for the Central Province seat with informal visits and a joint meeting in the Kingshall. Mr Drew the retiring member spoke, questions arose, and thanks were given by Mr Cunningham and Mr G A Tifton. A football practice injury sent Mr M Smith of Norman’s Well to Perth for treatment. Anzac Day quieted the town, with preparations for the May Chickens Fancy Dress Ball on May 9th and about 70 children expected to take part.
A sample of a novel wheat variety called Naval was displayed in the Guardian. Described as drought resistant, the wheat promises practical yields of several bushels per sere, raised by Mrs. Varrameny von Northant.
A council meeting presided by Mayor F Green discussed a grant street gas service extension for Mr NX Aarilett with costs around £31 and potential future customers. Debates covered Sunday work wages for stokers W Wentman and G Terry, tenant damage responsibilities, repair timelines, and possible land fines. An extension to June 15 was proposed, with two months added, and other notices about property repairs and tenancy challenges.
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