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Newspaper
Geraldton Guardian
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
May 16, 1912
Page
2
Mexara Dalgary and Co report steamers movements with destination notes including Fremantle Geraldton Singapore Java and Nevtte West ports. Varying ships sail in late May and early June with details on routes and ports.
A 1912 report describes tanks at the Vetoria Hotel collapsing after a mishap yesterday. Two men were injured as iron tanks toppled into the courtyard and verandahs, spilling contents and damaging nearby structures while the Water board investigates the cause.
Weather reports show scattered rain south of the tropics with variable winds and rough seas between Tasmania and Cairo. In Geraldton, an old identity William Dewey O Malte died in Victoria Hospital from Brights disease aged three, funeral at Catholic cemetery conducted by Father Hilly, arrangements by G Lester. Council refused Miss Hardwell's life saving exhibition earlier but received a note from the Life Saving Society seeking exemption for the Swan River regulations. council referred to committee. Geraldton City Band seeks use of the Town Hall for Sunday concerts, arguing for support of its instruments and property value. Reports also note rainfall in the area, upcoming auctions, and local social events including a farewell to Otto Kelly and notes on the North Season and regional prospects.
Dongarra May 11 reports a missing boy about eleven years old, son of Mr D Stevens, triggering a town wide search. Despite a long night of tracking through Wack and Geraldton routes with help from local officials and searchers, he was located near Warnes and returned safe, aided by Carman authorities. Rain eased the grounds, aiding farmers after the downpour.
International cricket roundup reports Australia posting six good form against Essex on May 15. Maccartney scores 208 and Bardaley 184 as Australia declare after Amings 88. Essex innings totals and other match notes are briefly listed alongside a London May 16 update: the WC A team beats South Africa by 108 runs, with scores showing 196 and 200 in their innings.
The tale recalls two English girls who married local men at Glenelg then settled near Tilley’s Swamp. A baby boy disappeared after his mother neglected him, with searchers from several towns failing to find him. The missing child remains a long standing mystery tied to the Coorong bush.
A historical mining report notes multiple battery treatments near Mt Magnet, including Speedwell tease, Neptune dease, Sunshine case, Peep o Day Tease, and Mooga View feast. It records dor milled tons, average dwt per ton, and total dollied gold, with totals accumulating since the last report and new dollied gold added.
A large audience witnessed the new management programme last night with Drum Major Sidney Drew making a first appearance in a baton spring exhibition. Jeacle and French performed new songs while the Howard Bros offered another strong show with remarkable stage feats. New pictures were shown and the company promises a final performance tonight.
A private note from Geraldton describes an effort to rearm What AIL and Tt Maldwinson, once prominent in the district, who was recently mentioned as traveling to Adelaide with the aim of recovery. Dinners were held with hopeful reception for his hoped return.
Report from Howatharra notes elections awaited and a council meeting at night. A municipal plan seeks 6800 pounds for a new electric light plant and street improvements. Local ads promote millinery and clothing, with scattered notices on prices and goods.
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