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Newspaper
Geraldton Guardian
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
May 09, 1922
Page
2
Loving memory of dear mother who passed away on Say Je 1930. Words express devotion and enduring love, a memory prized more dearly than gold. Inserted by her husband and family, a quiet tribute from Kupsch.
The article argues apathy among voters against Labour helped win the Central Province seat. It discusses campaign attitudes in Geraldton and country centers, contrasts Country Party development aims with Labour’s immigration and policy stance, and urges electors to choose the candidate most likely to advance decentralization and regional growth.
Weather stays mild with steady barometer readings and a forecast for two days of likely calm conditions. Local activity includes tennis and dancing classes at the Palais de Dance, croquet tournaments on the Chilterns’ lawns, and a humorous stage show at the King’s Theatre. Community plans discuss opening the White Peak ore quarry and the quarrying expenditure estimate.
A large bulk store and warehouse owned by Robert and 7 Phillimore Street Fremantle was destroyed by fire. Estimated damage ranges from £41,000 to £50,000 affecting importers and manufacturers operating there.
The Averluted Brokers report a small weekly sale of shinny hides and tallow at their auction in Fremantle. Attendance by buyers remains good and competition strong with prices for merino wools and crosbreds varying by quality. Tallow demand stays firm with high rates, kangaroo hides rising supply influences values, and seasonal prices shown for winter and summer hides.
Direct exporters Wilcox Mofflin Limefed of Geraldton announce they pay full market values for produce including averparins hides and other goods. They claim lower ratlage charges and offer open market sales, inviting farmers and squatters to ship their produce directly to them in Geraldton.
Mr. Alice Burgess, longtime steward of St. John's Presbyterian Church, departs Perth by tonight’s train. His exit prompts regret among congregants and town Friends. Mr. McMillan will assume charge in Gerakiton for a time as Mr. Seybert J. Hayward of the Tourists and Publicity Bureau travels to Dongarm and Gerohitun to discuss boosting Geraldton as the north’s premier holiday spot. He will also meet Roads Board officials in Dongarra before onward travel.
The Meckatharra Telegraph reports that several candidates, including Mr. Sewell Mr. Prater and Mr. Carson are touring districts such as N tiamiptos Bluff Point Geraldton Howntharra Temeka and North araptom. The final rally at Town Hall features Country Party leaders Mr Hartien and Minister J. K. Maley with three candidates.
The text depicts a social pastoral event in Mungoo with attendees traveling by motor cars, a racecourse setting, and about 50 laboring women assisting preparations. Decor, lighting, and a busy schedule from sunrise to late evening are described, highlighting community effort, hospitality, and dance.
A busy Manchester department advertises autumn replacements after an astonishing summer drapery clear out. It lists calico knickers and camisoles, aprons, and a wide range of clothing and linens with prices. The notice highlights men s khaki trousers heavy weight dungarees and cotton tweed work trousers, plus socks sheets and casement cloths. It promotes white calico sheeting and flannelette at low yard prices and urges customers to buy.
The report details the Murgoo Amateur Picnic Race Club as the state’s amateur racing body with a three month prior entry rule. It notes colorful jockeys, silver accents, and festive dancing after the races. Attendees include numerous named locals and officials, while a public cheque presentation and brief remarks underscore a lively community gathering.
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