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Newspaper
Geraldton Guardian
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
May 15, 1924
Page
3
Fragmented OCR style notes discuss cables, Walden Lervier and London music connected to Belial Telegraph. Mentions of agreements, lies, and junior problems suggesting covert actions and possible fuel issues. Unclear names, places, and dates hinder precise reporting.
London May 24 The South Africans field eleven stars and captain, while England face key players. South Africa posted 79 not out as their bowlers held firm, Nottinghams Nottingham side saw four wickets for 108 in their reply. The Dominions and Labor Women debated policy amid international shipping talks and a conference on tough vaccination and pest control measures.
May reports from Paria and Boubay reveal memorials and aviation movements. References to death of Sun Tat Sen, a Chinese-stirred transport, and a world flight tally show transit and mourning tones amid uncertain OCR text.
The council adjourned after discussing job promises and a May 15 meeting. W V Bewell and J Ramsay joined, W Grant absent. W V Lowell re elected chairman. Tenders awarded for clay road works on Eastwan and Build’s Golly Ronda. a road-clearance request from J C Grant noted. legal action contemplated for five year arrears on properties. Government report for year ending June 30 188? approved. accounts totaling £189 11 0 passed. graveling planned along Greenough Real and nearby routes.
The Turf reports racing at headquarters on Saturday with events at Roebourne Hurdles and Rockingham Handicap. Entrants include Jowerie, St. Quentin, Auth oribed, and Carlighan in hurdles. Rockingham Handicap features Hw Son of Cadilla, Alisa Belle, Charming Jenn among others. Rottnest, Dudley and Austrland handicaps list multiple contenders with weights and riders.
South Australia racing notes show Wy netta led in a record time by Simons with Graculus Chaats and Bulfline close behind. Mir Jamer Connolly, late Western Australia agent general, to arrive Perth aboard RMS Mok Navin Tuesday. Engagement announced for Miss G Edwards of Tenindewa State School with Rev Thou Cook of Dumbieyung. wedding planned near month end.
A Wellington fire from early morning destroyed the Aswad grenbstery, the Roman Catholic Cathedral complex. Rev. Father Dawid O'Neil died in the blaze, while housekeeper was reportedly rescued. Fire investigators from Riversdale Otago comment on the scene.
Sydney reports the Federated Besmen's Union called a boycott against all vessels of a line, threatening eight steamers idle and framing it as a political action rather than industrial. The move follows a meeting where Methraith McEachara's team is challenged, with two days remaining before a major fight generating local interest.
The late Mr Edwin Williams of Geraldton aged 55 arrived from Ballarat Victoria. He served 17 years with W. B. Armitage and 11 years as an umpire at cricket matches. Funeral May 6 at Karrakatta Cemetery Methodist portion with Rev French officiating. Wreaths ordered by family and Geraldton Cricket Association.
The ballot shows Berea electors divided closely with Mills and Dew receiving major shares. Mills leads by 158 votes and Dew’s 47 vote majority secures a cabinet appointment as reflected in the 1918 provincial tally, listing districts such as Central Province and Ballidu with nominee tallies for Ogilvie and Wes across the regional results.
A large crowd gathered at Town Hall as returning officer Rowland Rees proclaimed J M S Drew duly elected to the Central Province seat in the Western Australia Legislative Council. Mr. Mills praised the orderly conduct of the campaign and the returning officer.
Readable bits describe King's Theatre program at Saturday 17 with films The Grey Sea Picture and Turn to the Right plus a long list of road works tender notices for Mingeneow area. Local officials call for tenders on road formation gravel and crossings with plans available at Mingens Road Board, bids due May 27 and May 23 for various maintenance tasks.
3,000 sheep to be offered for sale by public auction at Utakuem Bale Varia on Friday May 3. Local owners list animals including 500 ewes and 100 head cattle mixed stock. Dalgety & Company, Limited, Gwaldien acting for sale representative.
In Perth on May 15 final counts for the South East Provinces section show HL Stewart winning with a majority of 208 votes. Stewart secured the decisive tally after the latest figures were received and tabulated.
Public notices outline nominations and acceptances for Walkaway Turf Club events on May 24 1904 at Gorakiton with multiple handicap races, distances of six furlongs to one and a quarter miles, and prize details. Also cites ratepayer meeting June 6 1924 and various local notices including auctions and sales.
The weekly association meeting chaired by Mr A P Hock discussed transfers to Rovers seniors and permissions for Fire Brigades matches. Letters referenced parent clubs Fire Brigades and Goathino, with B McGuinness from Protheroe granted, Paddy appointed to council, and thanks given for cancelling a matcher next Saturday.
The British Association held a meeting at the Murchison Tun with President W Holdings presiding. Delegates limited to one per club, future steps to increase participation discussed. W Murray named senior and F Palthful junior referees for the Saturday match against Rangers and The Thistle team selections listed with players and substitutes.
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