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Newspaper
Geraldton Guardian
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
May 19, 1925
Page
2
A fragmented 19th century price list from Equity Clothiers in Foolhall details assorted garments and goods. It lists items such as serge frocks, crepe de chine fabrics, hose, moroccan fabrics, calico, sheeting, and indigo serges with various prices and stock descriptions for men and women. The unfamiliar spellings imply an old-time advertisement.
Yesterday in the Geraldton Police Court Mr G Hastaugh presided as Henry Hoop admitted guilt for a street obstruction in Eleanor Street. He was fined one pound and in default six days imprisonment. A series of local notices covered burglaries at Bassoudeam and Clive, with stolen clothing, jewellery, and cutlery, plus a V oran update from the Presbyterian Assembly and News from Myrgoe races and weather forecasts for coastal districts.
Mr 1, W. Clydesdale of Perth is noted in government circles with remarks on a conmal appointment in Spain for Western Australia. The King’s favor is cited as delayed by illness and surgery while local officials plan travel to Deal Castle and refer to long service leave for Mr A Kastunighs.
In Port Hedland area near Kann Street a man died from a gunshot wound after a suspected suicide inside a rifle was found in the room. Police are investigating and seeking the deceased man's relatives, with the search ongoing. A separate report notes a man near Mundhwinds died suddenly, with authorities pursuing kin.
The Yorkshire Post reports Sir John Higgins claiming private organization could override supply and demand and has misgivings about the collapse of imperial backing for BA W RA. He argues earlier success would have shifted wool markets, while growers now face lower prices and greater supply, lamenting missed opportunities.
Dalgety Company Limited reports from London that May sales show light county demand amid strong competition. Prices fall across greasy merino and merino goods, with declines ranging from 10 to 40 percent depending on quality. Total catalogued 1,100 bales, 420 sold, 18,000 to Continental, 14,000 to Home Trade, 18,000 to Americas, leaving 115,000 carried forward, of which 20,000 not yet mired.
James Jenner faced Health Inspector accusation for dumping rubbish on land under municipal control between April 23 and May 6. Witnesses described years of dumped refuse along the road, appraising a missed notice system and urging a clear public guidance for disposal. Court proposed a 3‑month fine and removal order if compliance failed.
The Mi for Mines plans a three week tour starting May 2 through North-Kaartes goldfields visiting Yaiguo Hell's Find Payne's Find Warrledar Holloay Yalgoo Cus Diy Cue Morty thors Meekatharra Peak Hill Wiluna and finally back to Perth by June 12. The trip aims to assess worm seatment for infantile paralysis and report outcomes in Wellington NZ.
A letter from Senator Drake-Brockman proposes a joint ticket of two United Party members and one Country Party representative to contest Western Australia’s next Senate elections. He offers to withdraw if the alliance combines party resources, aiming to prevent Labor dominance and preserve state interests amid upcoming vacancies and a fragile Senate balance. The Primary Producers Association and United Party leaders cautiously respond, noting potential benefits and complexities of a unified anti socialist front.
A classified display lists wide and narrow white sheeting 54 to 80 inches, calico in multiple widths, pillow slips, flannelette, striped pyjama cloth, brown els, towels, and a range of menswear including shirts, singlets, underpants, pyjama suits and pants, with prices per yard or item and a selection of boys tweed suits and wool jerseys.
A lively review notes Mr Claff and Miss 125 discussing themes of incident and whatness amid 1250 era pomp. The cast includes Corkman roles and a contrast from society drawing room to poverty, with performances by Holmes Herbert and others as the film and stage pieces unfold tonight and Wednesday.
The Returning Officers certify Gillam reelected as chief in the campaign. Members are thanked for their support. A meeting notes work on gates and district matters, with several resolutions, including road improvements and gate construction. The scene includes a ceremonial speech and a handshake with the King and Queen amid a gathering described with period local flair.
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