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Newspaper
Geraldton Guardian
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
May 15, 1915
Page
2
Fragmentary OCR text describes astronomical notes for May 1915. Mentions acting government, moon phases, and curiously supplied data. Reading is unclear with garbled names and dates, but indicates observational notes and dates around May 22.
In a brisk urban update the Gryat Peppermint crew unveils a new night route cure for chilly roads. Organizers promise safer, smoother travel with brighter lights and faster service. Residents report improved nighttime commutes and clearer streets.
The advertisement proclaims CHEAF FARES 450 FREIGHTS and mentions the TSS Western Australia as a twin screw wireless steamer serving EN AUSTRALIA, with notes about recent refitting. It references West andWest Australia routes and includes garbled phrases about ages and maintenance.
Steamers 05 Charon leaves Geraldion for Fremantle on or about May 18. Pare sails Fremantle to Geraldton and Nor West ports via Java on May 10. Minderco departs Geraldion for Fremantle and Fremantle mantle on or about June. Zul and Charon depart Fremantle for Geraldion Nor West Bourne Java and Singapore on June. Zealandia leaves Sydney Melbourne 19th and Adelaide 28th May for Albany and Fremantle. Seis Baad sails for Melbourne and Sydney.
A brief notice references the Australian Steam Navigation Company Limited and an associated United Service.
Fremantis to North West Ports Java and Singapers from Geraldton Wewremantia SHARON under Captain Dalgleish to al vit May MUSDEROO Captain Mie on or about June 2 Frew Getallton for Nor' Weak Ports HYROO Captain Miehardton om Bay ate CHEVRON Captain Dal 2nd Sune Mo abort py eed tires Aldton te
A garbled report outlines ongoing wartime and trade discussions, noting government plans for mineral and fuel supplies, zoning and taxation debates, and references to ministerial actions. The piece mentions the War Time Economy and various committees and proposals affecting trade, pricing, and public works.
Scattered notes describe a patchy harvest around Moora with references to Wa lates and local figures including Waler VRP and Mr Ward of Namban. The piece mentions an expected 600 AD Waler return, church services in the week, and a special evening service tied to a Pledge campaign. It notes parish activities, communion plans, and an Archbishop’s attendance in Geraldton.
Geraldton reports a Belgium relief effort with a flag day raising funds to help the Belgian cause. A crowd funded £86 7d amid rain and steady sales of poultry vegetables and fruit. Also notes a church service by Rev J G Jea kin and a town hall evening meeting, plus a Fremantle brigade transfer and a continuation class social at the Evening Continuation Classes.
Fragmentary report notes POO Brien sending notice to the committer and a leadership relief in a medical capacity. Mentions England and a Pal location, with garbled names and a tentative farewell or transfer referenced.
A detailed account recalls the Perth coast sailing season with Commodore Newlants Chapa leading the fleet. Dor othy and Gigs claim multiple cups, while Seagull and Gaelia show speed and inconsistency. 15 footers gain new racing slots and local members anticipate next season with plans for stronger cohesion and competitions.
West Australia holdfields hosted a meeting with field events and flat races. Rippley led the Rippley 1200m, Tipperary and Bucky Buggar won respective six furlong sprints. Autumny HaldiCap won the one and a quarter mile handicap, with Final Handicap noting Lord Flavus as top runner.
Racing results from New South Wales and Victoria feature winners at the Bay View Handicap and Bal Mair Betting events. Details note a 18 to Faget winner and a Tage winner with top placings across Melbourne and Sydney tracks.
In a Couch Premier Lip fixture Railways faced Eire Brigade. First quarter saw Leliinda Railways with six goals and Spritquarters Wietalk belting four behinds. Third quarter had Brigue with ten goals seven behinds, Railways four goals four behinds. final tally Railways 4 goals 18 behinds, Brigade 01 goals 18 behinds.
The Thistle and Town played a close afternoon game at Queens Park with both sides trading goals. Early leads shifted as Green and Chamber scored for the Town while Thistle answered, and a Weston assist helped Town pull ahead after a Taylor penalty. The second half saw further exchanges and a late Chamber strike leveled the score before the final 4 4 draw.
A garbled OCR fragment outlines a fleet discussion referencing Queen Elizabeth and sister ships. It mentions dimensions such as Lavelle 654i and a set of armament notes including can be powered by two power plants. The text hints at submarine counts and speed estimates, concluding with a proposed tonnage around 27 500.
Fragmentary OCR text lists scattered names and phrases with no clear event or context. The readable parts include several personal names and vague affiliations, but the passage lacks a coherent report, dates, places, or outcomes to summarize meaningfully.
The text describes a bowling event with the Wavers, medals, and a series of rounds. It mentions players such as Makar and Kentrick, and notes the competition expected on Tuesday and Wednesday nights. Officials discuss format changes, team lineups, and potential shifts to ensure a fair championship path.
The article notes community figures named Nance and Veluwe being appointed to electoral and district roles, with celebrations planned on March 20 including a concert. It mentions new school headmaster and teachers making favorable impressions, plus various local writeups and a feature on family purses and forthcoming items.
Market report shows trading activity subdued as stocks drift and prices ease from recent highs. Investors monitor sector moves and demand for shares amid fluctuating quotes and cautious sentiment across major indices.
Fragmentary OCR text shows garbled names and phrases, mentioning various persons, places, and times without coherent context. Key entities are unreadable, making a factual summary impossible without source restoration. The content appears to be a noisy mix of names, dates, and scattered terms.
Kensiecuur White and Bevwe Gireee arrived in Sonstemn Gardner to join local resident Gey ae, meeting community members and discussing upcoming events. The placeholder names suggest a fragmented OCR source with limited verifiable details.
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