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Newspaper
Geraldton Guardian
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
May 20, 1916
Page
2
Shipping brief details an outbound Fremantle voyage scheduled for May 25 toward Gerealdim and Batavia with connections to Singapore. Various names and ports are garbled but indicate clerical amendments and a Catholic funeral linked timing.
An obituary notice from Brooklyn indicates Jacob Wolff died recently with family members including his master and father, sister, and brother in law listed among those inserting the notice at Bal Park Place. The sparse text confirms the death and local ceremonial details.
A lengthy report from the 1916 session highlights the growth of education, noting 2800 children enrolled across state schools and strong demand for evening classes. It emphasizes parental and employer support and the need for continued access to educational facilities to ensure lasting life benefits.
Marriage notice from the local paper reports Parker Binns and Florence, an elder Danish resident, tying the knot in a ceremony in Sang. The event is described with understated detail and confirms the union’s legal recognition.
Direct from Melbourne and Sydney, The Latest Styles and Choicest Goods the Eastern States can offer.
The text argues Australia must train and mobilize its industry, reduce dependence on Germany, and expand manufacturing at home. It stresses early 20th century concerns about skilled labor, youth training, and national economic self sufficiency for future prosperity, with remarks on church services and public notices.
Parliament has been prorogued until June 22. Geraldton recruits travel to Perth by night train: Mach, Parry, Loveland, Chishole, Oliver, Thomas, Satter, Waller, and Tigh. Fremantle market for sheep and hides advances, tallow price rising. Empire services at West Day include sermons on Keeping the Heart and The True Idea of Empire. Coronation ceremony plans affect campus timetable with courses listed. A Loyal Farmers' Affairs report covers Albert Hounslow's bankruptcy exam and farm ventures since 1910, noting losses and family dependence.
West Australian wheat farmers press for another 6d per basket advance to support the wheat scheme as delays hinder wage payments. About $8 million bushels delivered, but farmers receive only half wages while 64 is paid and Bd would be paid under the plan. The motion was formally defeated.
On the second day at Coolgardie racing events unfold with notable entries and local interest in the Goldfields region. Key participants and outcomes are recorded, highlighting the competitive stand of horses and jockeys at the Coolgardie track.
UK style text indicates Western Australian government to install bulk handling plants at Fremantle Bunbury and Geraldton. Cost for Bunbury elevator and equipment estimated between £30,000 and £40,000. Legislation to be introduced when Parliament opens to accelerate project.
Telegrams report a cattle shortage prompting action in federal parliament. The government notes rising tolls and food price exploitation, with Perth facing difficulty sourcing cattle from the Nor' West while Western Australia authorities claim ample North West stock. Measures are being considered to curb price rises and implement policy.
Privileged observers of Coronation rehearsals report a scent of beauty in Geraldton as two hundred participants prepare for a grand pageant at the Town Hall. The event mirrors Perth's Palais de Danse ceremony with elaborate stage decor, costumes, and daily rehearsals culminating Tuesday night.
Polling at South Greenough opened Saturday and continues today with slow turnout. Voters say original day restrictions affected turnout and only a few votes may be recorded. Walkaway voters also influenced totals. The result is expected before eight tonight with Mr Gee hoping to declare the poll around noon Monday.
Perth and Fremantle reported muted election interest with Latour candidates contesting Briggs for the seat, a narrow Briggs win. Beef prices rise as bullocks reach £20 17s 6d. drought continues to affect producers while pastoral optimism lingers amid beef and wool shifts. Pearling Commission reports on Nor’West disabilities. water criticism noted. city life shows heavy shopping crowds, cinema popularity rising despite sensationalist films and music machines. Weather and gardening notes mention mild May showers ending, with vegetable crops seen as the winter outlook improves.
The stock market summary from March 17 reports downbeat conditions across regions with poor weather delaying demand. Milland Junction saw moderate yarding of cattle including several hundred head, while Kwinana runs were late causing small offerings at Capley Riding. A standout record average near £27 was achieved by Beedor cattle bred at Reotandy Station, noted for beef quality and breeding.
The market opened with robust attendance of 5 visitors from the committee. Sheep numbers reached 3800 with high prices for prime heavy lambs, crossbreds, and plain lambs showing wide ranges. Pigs totaled 389 yarded, with heavy porkers and sows fetching strong marks. Cattle litters included 62 yards with prime weights and high value, reflecting elevated costs and steady competition throughout the sale.
Fragmentary OCR reads like a shorthand note on a business matter. No clear names dates places or outcomes emerge. The readable text hints at a transaction or purchase but lacks verifiable specifics to identify persons organizations or events.
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