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Newspaper
Geraldton Guardian
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
May 23, 1914
Page
2
A fragmentary note names E. Cc. Bartlett as contractor in an Ocean Steamship affair. The incomplete text hints at a contractual dispute or involvement but lacks clear dates or roles. Further readable context would be needed to establish the full action and parties.
A historical note lists lunar phases with first quarter full moon and new moon dates. It records apparent names and events for May including two full moons and quarter phases, indicating celestial observations and timekeeping practices. It reflects period terminology and calendar use in astronomy notation.
Shipping notices show ships including Charon, Paroo Waves, Vao9, Feamantle, and Kaola sailing from Fremantle, Geraldton, or Albany to ports such as Java, Nor West, Singapore, Adelaide, Melbourne, Sydney, and Fremantle. Departures span May to June with dates noted as about May 30th for Charon and June 1st for Vao9, among others.
Fragmentary OCR lists names Wer Connery Pulth and Justion with a Saturday May date nonsensical May 33. No clear event title or location provided. Summary reflects limited readable items and uncertain details from the historical page segment.
The Agricultural Society notes progress and plans for the Victoria District show. Speakers, patrons, and committee work highlight the event while noting new quarters and developments for the exhibition. The society emphasizes community support and the hoped for growth of farming interests.
A fragmented notice profiles O E Mancina and Dukcan as government lands inspector, with references to farm listings and auction services. It highlights Universal Chambers founder KL Hair of Collins Street Melbourne, offering close of auction sales district wide, 25 years experience, and prompt post sale statements by noon.
The society seeks a £750 loan to accelerate improvements on the Clacarra Ground. With grants from W. McKenzie Grant and other donors, officials plan stalls and amenities, aiming to make the site one of the best in the State. Secretary and committee urge supporters to help fund remaining needs as judges and exhibitors prepare for the annual show and expanded facilities.
Fragmentary report notes Mirket and Mintata opening season at the centre near Lathinet with Miocene Warhol Mra and private sales planned. Prices and satisfaction described, future sales to be held when rains fall.
Community bulletin covers a Perth book on cattle trespass law with clear indexing and practical guidance for pastoralists. St John’s Mutual Improvement Society opens its session with humor and music, plans a debate on compulsory military training, and notes a memorial dispute over Maitland Brown statue safety. Also details Western Australian Council on Women essay prizes and a Coliseum sale listing of blankets and wool products.
Mr Ww. B. Mitchell reports selling Mr Jaques farm with 18 horses and plant. Dongarra buyers J. Rowland secured the tary. Church notices cover Woosey Church and Presbyterian, with Empire Day services, choirs, and a sermon by Rev J. G. Jenkin on True Patriotism. Geraldton City Band to play Esplanade concert. Probate grants and admin notices listed, plus a fruit sale by Wilson and Joshua. Yardman George Bennett died suddenly. state savings book showed over £600. Weather: showery on coast east, otherwise mild. fresh winds and easing seas off Tasmania.
Nominees for the Upper Chapman Roads Board election were announced with several candidates from wards including Central Wind and Vane Ward. Veterans Mees SM upp and G. Baston oppose Messe Shechab and Baker in the Central Wind race, with Buchanan Pasood and Smith contesting Vane Ward plus other names listed for Norte Ward and Meadowcroft. The forthcoming vote is set for May 30 as buyers rally at the Coliseum with broad shopping deals and promotions reported.
May 2 telegrams report wheat at 1 1 4, dhal prime 1S, gal oats 36 bd as markets note daily price shifts. A fatal incident near Moora ends with Mathew Meek dead and John Clarke implicated. three large firms face a labour dispute with possible resignations as timber and building trades face stoppages in Sydney and surrounding metro area. A French airman and Lebbeus Madridern plan a Sydney Melbourne flight, aiming for the coast line and refueling stops.
Dalgety and Co Ltd reports cattle shipment totaling 454 head with 143 cows. Cattle described as good to medium quality, weights varied from 3 to 12 guineas per head depending on grade, with pay cows around 5 pounds 17 shillings and sixpence.
A brisk opening sale sees strong Digit prices with some medium sheep withdrawn. Heavy wethers and cormled wethers command high bids as lambs top around 190s per hundred weight with mixed results across categories. Porkers and store sheep show solid demand, with inquiries for stores noted into the Ser-Weeky.
The Geraldton Yachting Club event yielded a list of participants including Tonks and Kimi among several aliases. Readouts mention Corritoria Demme and Se Raber with mixed captions, while Ventura and Tum are noted in scattered references.
A garbled notice notes personnel shifts at Geraldon commerce circle. Mr Cotton transfers to Acroumte. public reaction suggests support for his new role, with best wishes for his future endeavors as he departs Monday.
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