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Newspaper
Geraldton Guardian
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
May 12, 1925
Page
2
Local listings advertise Pure Indigo Serge suits and various shirts at fractionally priced 4/11 and 5/11, with calico at 4/11 yard and heavy twill sheeting at 2/6. Additional items include fringe rugs, coloured blankets, and broad calicoes, with contact details for Berge and Jatent enlowrs and lines referencing different fabric labels.
A cracked obituary snippet recalls Joseph Rumble died May 13 1624 and Slingo relatives killed in 1924 1934 with mournful lines and family tributes. The fragmentary text cites Jim Mars and Laura Marsden, Kathleen Barker, and others, noting gratitude for tributes and condolences in bereavement.
In a damaged fragment, a writer notes a poor penmanship forecast with cloudy skies and showers in the south west while elsewhere fine. A person about 75 years old was admitted after a seizure and worsening condition. The funeral is planned for tomorrow at a Roman Catholic cemetery.
Mr J Hollow and A Heaton report a road journey from Lowthers Crom uncovering indications of payable ore near the path. They say distance measurements suggest ore bearing veins, with no prior harm seen. Hollow believes systematic work could reveal rich ore bodies.
At Greynuoth Police Court on Saturday Phillip Jan Bagley faced a charge of ill treating four horses by working them while injured. He admitted the offence and was fined Eb amt 3 emt. A correspondent reports disturbance at the Georgina Maternity Home and a large social ball with many attendees and services offered. Prime Minister comments on duties and commissions, North West visit urged to assess responsibilities. Western Australia awaits guidance over local governance and employment issues.
The funeral of the late Mr John Davies Pu wlh railway examiner was held at Sanford Street. The service, conducted by the Rev Wing, drew many returned soldiers and railway employees. The casket bore the Union Jack and many attendees signed the roll. The Last Post was sounded as mourners and families departed, with numerous local names listed among those paying respects.
A damaged OCR fragment notes Narrogin growth and a London company, The Gramuphons Company Ltd, preparing a facility in Krakineville Sydney to begin producing male gramuphoney and recording in September. The piece mentions posters, claims, and a manager heading departments.
The article praises the Les Cartwright Temperance Fund event for its harmony and high musical standards. It highlights the cooperation of Gerall Jones and many artists, noting key supporters and volunteers who contributed to the success and expressed gratitude for patronage and community effort.
In Midlands district residents pressed Minister McCallum for a direct road across the sand plain between Winchester and Watheral to Perth, offering to contribute 21 000 toward the cost. The minister said federal grants could not apply to parallel routes and ordered a district engineer to inspect plans, with a state conference expected in June.
Relatives and friends send condolences to Major Prumk and family including Wreatha Milly and others. Letters of condolence pour in from Gerskhon Lurapers Union J Kelly Ey and Mrs J Kelly May Claremont and more. Telegrams arrive from Mey Helena Wind er Yomu Fin... The House of Lords voice and microphone debate mentioned amid page clutter.
Oswell's offers winter garments for ladies including double width crepe and silk crepe in cream sky pink grey and more at 6/11 to 6/21 yard. Also Duchesses monocle tweeds linens and a large range of ladies and children winter wear with up to date lines. Mens tweeds shirts and warm cotton garments listed with prices from 3/11 to 18.
At Murgoo, the annual pastoralists picnic featured two days of racing with improved attendance and several notable performances. Reg Fremlin and wife led a strong showing, with races showcasing grass fed entries and a variety of trophies, captained by officials and a large local crowd enjoying entertainment and ball events into the night.
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