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Newspaper
Geraldton Guardian
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
May 15, 1926
Page
2
The family expresses gratitude to Dr Wallace, the Mytron and the nurses of the Public Hospital for their care of their mother in illness. They also thank friends for their expressions of sympathy and Mrs J. Penn for her kind sympathy during their bereavement.
Fragmentary religious note cites salvation in action, claiming true understanding comes from deeds. Philosophical statement attributed to Ralowarals references faith and charity as incomplete without practice.
The Weather Bureau reports rainfall for 44 hours ending today with values across districts. The Thuratay Race Masting event drew a well attended afternoon program led by Mr Cameron's orchestra, praised by spectators. Mr C McDonald announces ram purchases for West Australian clients, including items from Kesavona and other stations. A North West tour organized by the Mote Tourist Bureau starts June 2 with three departures, visiting Derby and other ports, featuring a cargo and passenger itinerary with durations and costs outlined.
Mrs Hardwicke, wife of A T Hardwicke, died after a bronchial illness. The family recently moved from Hills to Perth and had been unsettled. Mrs Hardwicke had long contributed to local welfare groups during her residence of about twelve years.
The article notes Mr Hisipeos assumes appointment duties starting July 1. It outlines his role and the transition process, emphasizing official responsibilities and expected start date.
Final official figures show Moore on 18 first preference votes from three candidates Jone Carson and Mill with two allies Clempton and Kibmpton also factoring. The returning officer J Keese will announce the final tally Monday afternoon as exhaustion of ballots determines the overall result.
The government backs a tentative migration plan between the Oki Country and the Bretes, via the Peterel Government, with proposed expenditure around £1,161,0 or about £11,000,000 sought from the Fed. Cabinet to secure inter-state population benefits and finance. Senator Penree to present the tentative terms to federal ministers for consideration.
Reports detail detectives Walsh and Pitman killed in Kalgoorlie. A former comrade, Augest Kod vehi, found dead by throat cut at the mine shaft. Government offers a 1900 pound reward for the attackers as searches continue and bodies are moved to Perth for inquiries.
A fragmented OCR line appears with scattered words cals rows fewn and crey tied to an O8 McK reference, offering minimal readable context. The snippet suggests a broken note or index item rather than a full event, with no clear subjects, actions, or outcomes to confirm.
A chaotic report details a murder at Kalgeortie Oval where a former gang member with ties to the Gaij Stealing Detertion is found with his throat cut. The text also links the killing to the suicide of two elderly associates, Walchaml Pitman and Rooteveld, amid a broader town scandal and a political directory debate.
May 14 reports say detectives received information during the day that could shorten the ramifications of the investigation into a trail left the previous day. Officials noted that the lead may lead to important developments tonight.
Detective sergeant O'Brien and Trooper Gobic chase murderers across vast country roads from a mine site toward Heath Boakier. Black trackers pursue the elusive culprits over remote trails, facing a slow, arduous hunt through open plains and bush to find the final breaking point of the carriage cart.
Perth reports the government raises the reward to £100 for information leading to the capture of those responsible, reflecting heightened effort in solving a recent murder. The notice urges public assistance and highlights official involvement.
A damaged account recalls Pitman’s early career and his tireless efforts to save lives during a deadly blaze at Day Prawn on Christmas Day 1902. The text notes his reputation and his role alongside Widder Prticaet in contending with civic duties and family commitments amid tragedy.
Victorian born Batten spent most of life in Western minesHaunting recovery of four men killed by an ammonite explosion in Murchison district remains vivid The article recalls Batten teaming with Hergenold Hardee to locate remains, linking a long separation with a grim scene and a shared school memory in Victoria
Fragmented OCR text hints at duties and associations linked to an office or office workers. Content is unclear, with repeated phrases and illegible sections, offering little concrete detail or names to anchor a concise summary.
Reports detail Inspector Walsh and Sergeant Pitman pursuing a gold theft ring near Boulder south of Kalgoorlie. The two officers disappeared after confronting suspected robbers at a hidden treatment plant, with theories ranging from ambush to double murder. Detectives Tawpeeter Condon and Purdue lead inquiries, believing they intercepted a late night tip that led to the fatal raid. The deaths mark one of WA’s most grisly cases tied to illicit gold operations.
A fragmentary narrative recounts events around Kalgoorlie on April 7 and 27 involving Taspeetor Walsh and Mergoomt Hitman. It notes a fatal discovery, a locked camp, and a cold wet evening as police investigated Waleh's overcoat found hanging, suggesting involvement in a broader mysterious disappearance.
The Rev William G Reckie returns from Perth to lead St John s Church Ger aldton services Sunday at 7 40 pm A Scout Sunday reference will be made at morning service with Presbyterian Scouts in fall uniforms Morning and evening services will be conducted by Mr H Reap and Rev Milton R Mabey The anthem Thy Way Not Mine O Lord will be sung At Greenough and Georgina two services at 9 00 am and 2 00 pm Bluff Point service starts at 10 00 am led by Mr J Tomhston Angneem Church Christ Church tomorrow offers a series of services including Italian Communion 11 00 am Choral Communion 3 00 pm Sunday School 7 30 pm The preacher at all services will be the Hector Parade of the sea and Boy Scouts planned A church meeting and Guild Girls Club activities scheduled for Monday Tuesday and Thursday evenings A note mentions a black diamond on board awaiting polishing Neuralgia sufferers urged to avoid tea and drink coffee with lemon juice Tinned foods valued at £1020 000 were imported into Great Britain last year
Fragmentary notes indicate disputes over ownership interests and management of a property. The union will handle internal actions and disciplinary steps for the involved members. Names and precise actions are unclear due to OCR issues.
The report outlines varied ore findings and mine prospects including Wis Sake Bat, Beanett and Harris, and the Happy Jack Juuso. It notes satisfactory ore in several claims, with Mathiasson E Lees Peed Coe and A Mekensie showing promise. Some miners at Kensie and Dicrite report illness, while Ward reports 250 tons of Shier gebe ore. Overall, several mines show activity but transportation and processing bottlenecks affect output.
The report notes April mining progress at Mararos Gold Mine with shaft development reaching 887 feet total and No 2 drive extended. Five stamp mill crushed 500 tons for bullion yielding £369 18s 0d. tailings returned 23s per ton and total value £83 16s 0d. Government funding of £2700 supported operations as miners work to conserve funds and advance exploration and development.
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