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Newspaper
Geraldton Guardian
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
May 17, 1928
Page
3
Shanghai reports indicate northern forces retreat amid evacuations as Southern armies near. A London report notes a young woman, Miss Mibel Mayes of Leyna, survived a water-car incident and underwent leg amputation in 21 minutes under Dr Williams with minimal anesthesia.
St Louis reports Tilden commenting on Italy and the Australia defeat. He said Pattern and Crawford lacked time to adjust to tennis surfaces and climates, affecting their performance. He warned Americans may struggle in Wimbledon if players do not adapt, noting Morpurgo’s uneven form in France and Italy.
New York May 16 announces the Tunney Heeny fight has been fixed for July 36. Prince Carol departs for Belgium today from Dover. Paris to Tokyo flight details appear in news bulletins.
A damaged aircraft crashed near Alyab while en route from Paria to Vohie. Daisy survived but delay prevented compensation. Crew Gavin and Carel were hospitalized in Dewpital for injuries.
May Day disaster in Madras area where 3000 homes are destroyed by fire at Ellore scar. About 100 cattle perished in the blaze.
A sparse clipping notes a Davidson woman linked to an Australian marriage, and mentions social prominence and publicity expertise. It hints that Miss Mills will be known as Mills in later life and has begun arrangements for public appearances and advertising.
The article reviews a stage presentation of Channing Pollock's The Fool featuring Elmund Laws as Daniel Gilchrist. It notes vivid performance, recalls readers of the book, and highlights cast selections for the elves romance tale set in a ministerial life.
A strange report from Eastland Texas claims a horned frog sealed in the corner stone of the old courthouse remained alive when opened recently. Judge Edward Pritchard verified the tale, noting the frog moved and breathed after about twenty minutes though its mouth appeared shriveled. Public curiosity grew as the creature was kept for exhibition. A separate classified line seeks accommodation for an old pensioner.
In Wyndham on May 16 a largely attended public meeting chaired by Health Minister AW Ayanie and MLA Mr. Covertey discussed federal health proposals. The Minister said the issue rests with Parliament, criticizing current pastoral authorities proposals and arguing the State Government would handle North West development better and support ongoing North West plans.
Canberra May 15 Prime Minister Bewee announced a Royal Commission to examine charges that W H Lambert offered £8000 to sway his electorate for Theodore. The commission would involve Sir Adrian Knox, seeking to investigate alleged offers to several members of Parliament. Caspberm May 16 Chief Justice Knox declined appointment.
Sydney reports a short time working disturbance at Lithgow where men refused to start the shift. The revolt by coal workers halted operations and threatened duty payments as they gathered at the pit. The union action aimed to protest conditions and wage deductions.
The report notes extreme heat with a 101 degree day on the 12th and 30 inches of rain on three days. It mentions lambing underway, persistent crow predation on newborns, and multiple planting experiments started around mid month. A ministerial and director visit occurred on the 20th.
The list shows acceptances for WACT.G meets on Saturday May 1. Entries include horses such as Coote Hermitage Stiee Ag ree News Lad and others across seven furlongs five furlongs and one mile races. Notable entries include Colalya Muminone Frugality and Jolly Crier in various handicaps with weights listed.
The Geraldton National Football Association Som held a weekly gathering with delegates Messer Gershen Hart Wrigades Bruce and Allen and others. Discussions covered ground use, match rights, ticket sales, financial bonds, and committee representation at council conferences, plus postponement of a Livimutebes match and kit color changes for the Fire Brigade Club.
Doody’s Great Cash Sale advertises heavy discounts on men’s clothing and fabrics. Items include trousers in tweed and serge, knitted underwear, wool socks, wool suits, navy serge suits, tweed shirts, pajamas cloth, flannels, calicoes, and window curtain net, all offered at marked down prices with specific per-item tags and dozen or yard quantities.
An inquiry held on May 5 and 7 examined the running of Char at the WATC meet. Wey presented evidence after inspecting the books but reported no irregularities found in the two days of competition.
A correspondent discusses the use of the term Pommy and other demonyms for immigrants in Australia. The piece debates nicknames, their acceptability, and the impact of labels on communities and national identity among emigrants and locals alike.
Kalafs announces tomorrow specials on a variety of fruits and vegetables at cheap prices. Tenders invited for road clearance and grubbing works across multiple lots near Ogilvie and Victoria Locations with details at the Bourdh Northampton office. Bids close 12 noon on Saturday May 20th, 1928.
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