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Newspaper
Geraldton Guardian
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
May 10, 1913
Page
2
Astronomical notes calculate moon phases for Geraldton using Baudouin measurements and net government astronomer Curlewis. May 1913 presents phase sequence with dates and transitional terms.
Shipping notices list movements of vessels including Mayen Gewlivon sailing Buia eew oravour on May 12, Mindsroo Waves Geraldton to Nor Weet ports Java and Singapore on May 1th, Gorgon Waves Fremantle to Ger wil North West ports Java and Singapore on May 28th, Riverin ex Nydney A il Mel houenes Tih Achat Orn al Al tany With May for Fremantle and Riverins Teaves Fremantle on May 7th for Albany Adelaide Melbourne Sv doy.
Fragmented OCR records show a wedding between May Hokey and an elder daughter of Me Sant Mea Sydhiey Haske in Sarthay ary. Also mentions May Ke at tirish Phnye y Cardou and an Avon Fest Desi Bataan event with unclear details and affiliations.
Fragmentary OCR text shows a namelike phrase Geraldion Cazellar linked to a war committee related to faith. The readable bits mention Saturday May but lack clear date, event, or location to confirm a concrete incident or outcome.
Local and general notices cover the Settlers Association and Farmers' cooperation. Discussions include price impacts, amalgamation talks with Tar Ways, and preparations for the season. Subcommittees report wage and inventory needs, with actions approved for collecting invoicing data and drafting a general service plan.
The Western Australia and its partner lines announce sailings from Geraldton to Fremantle and Singapore with calls at North West ports. Vessels including MINHEWOO GORGON and others bound for Fremantle and Singapore list May dates and cargo terms. The advert describes a fast steamship, refrigerator capacity, and catering, with rates and services offered by Dalorty & Co Limited.
An unusual intrusion at Mingimen unsettled residents as a snake in the house prompted alertness and various responses to curb the creature. Community updates and local scheduling notes follow including tenders for road work and parish services.
Fragmentary OCR text appears to mix sports and unrelated terms making a clear event and participants unreadable. No identifiable teams dates or scores can be determined from the readable fragments.
Fragmentary text references a gate, Tawmonde, captain of a fishing boat Plestwing, and a dispute over ownership. Other names appear garbled. No clear event or outcome can be determined from readable content.
A Geraldton fire case sparks a flurry of investigations and rumors as police pursue explanations. Details include discovered bones, a grand inquiry jurors, and calls for public help while officials plan fundraisers and entertainments to support relief efforts. The mayor and district council coordinate with local groups to manage funds and events.
In a close senior match at the Recreation Ground the Brigades beat the Railways by a narrow margin. Key scorers included Buddy, Bass, Tynell, Flironis, and Keating for the Brigades, while for the Railways notable contributors were McGilvray, Pureel, and Bennett. Junior football followed with Brigades 3 goals 4 behinds and Haalesk 2 goals 2 behinds.
A long reader correspondence argues over funding and planning for a cinder track at the Geraldton recreation site. The club claims council gains were misread, that costs for tar and track work exceed initial estimates, and that licensed victuallers helped cover costs while seeking future support to improve facilities for public sports.
In Kalgoorlie the late program produced lively results across jumps and sprints. Widgiewa delivered a notable win in the Goon wooop while Goldfields Stakes and Autumn Handicap drew strong betting interest and competitive fields.
Report describes a cycle race where Pamcell, Tate, and 110ds men tied early heat, Stosehouse leads second heat, Lloyds beats Twomey in final heat. Purcell falls at start, two riders lead on second lap, Chioti charges but Twomey wins by a length in the final stretch.
Fragmentary notice mentions Mr Edward Pope J P and Messrs Pope and Weir in a resuming of business, with references to machinery and an auction like sale. It notes Mr Dawson formerly District Superintendent and now at Bunhar, and Frank Green and The Wis Store offering a large stock for ladies. It advertises a dress and cheapness sale at a grand house.
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