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Newspaper
Geraldton Guardian
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
May 13, 1915
Page
2
A cluttered catalog-style snippet advertises British goods and garments. It lists floral crepe wrappers, children’s dresses, silk fabrics, beading, hosiery, and hats. Various items reference quality and storage, resembling a period trade notice.
An official notice from the Arting Gevernwent Astronomer Mr H. Bi Curkewis records calculated phases for Geraldion. The data covers altitude and kengitude, issued under imperial authority with dates noted as May 2k.
Unclear readable text fragments reference individuals and places but no coherent event or context emerges from the snippet. No verifiable names, organizations, dates, or actions to summarize into a factual card.
Western Australia steamship line promotes low fares and freights to northern ports with details via agents in Gersidtan. The notice mentions a western Australia tax and a new vessel recently completed.
Shipping notices list steamers including Charon Geayes Geraldton Fre neigle and Parvo sailing Fremantle to Java and Swazuporw with departures in May and voyages to Fremantle Fremantle Adelaide and Sydney. Affected routes include Fremantle to Geraldton and Adelaide with cargoes of bags en route.
Fragmentary OCR describes Fremantle to North West Ports voyages via Java Singapore and Geraldton with unclear ship names and routes. Mentions Fremantle Carnarvon and Fremantle to North West Ports, loading points and rough sailing notes with jumbled phrases and place names.
A GIBSON & CO promotes new stock of Discrmd Roby Sapphire and Emerald engagement rings with matching brooches and bracelets in Perth. They claim lower prices, imported duplicate materials, fewer repairs, quick service, and flexible terms to suit current times.
BIRTHE, MAMBIAGES & DEATHS BIRTH. MAST -tm May 10th, af Fitzser- WE Street, teralttwtte Mr and Mis e G Graith, of Ghengarry-a.
The readable parts mention events, names, and dates regarding Utahns but are garbled. It references figures such as Hansen, Hofer, and others, with scattered phrases about events, publications, and potential fatalities. the context remains unclear due to severe transcription errors.
Fragmented OCR describes Australian troops storming a coastal trench under heavy fire. They breach the Turkish defenses with a brave feint and close-quarters assault, advancing despite smoke and casualties. Citizens and families await news as the account lauds courage and endurance amid peril.
A long, dense report on Empire Day celebrations and civic sentiment during wartime. It discusses how gatherings should proceed to honor children, the role of patriotism, and the push to observe the day with minimal public expense. Also covered are local council motions on public works, youth activities, and patriotic fund matters.
A Geraldton football association meeting at the Commonwall Hotel presided by M. Cegrall discussed junior matters, coaching, and delegate appointments. The group planned Empire Day activities for town children with a town band, anthem, and schoolchildren invited to Ages Park.
Geraldton Municipal Council met in council chambers with Mayor Kempton presiding. Members discussed refunding a major license fee paid by Mr Hamersey of the Greenough district and the local authorities tax expenditure, including insurance and valuation issues, ending with a resolution amended and agreed.
The Empire Day Ceremonial Committee proposed a 25 pound pledge from the Council for a formal event with children favored by a program of refreshments and demonstrations. A plan to plant the Binding Green and finish drainage at Terrace Drainage was discussed, with open dish toads across the road noted and later approval sought for committee action.
City council members discuss protection measures and potential statewide bills on tuberculosis control. The mayor and legislators consider compulsory sanitary reviews, institutional duties, and registration requirements for tuberculosis cases across several states, with focus on enforcing health standards and oversight.
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