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Newspaper
Geraldton Guardian
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
May 24, 1913
Page
2
Calculated for the latitude ape tu titude of Geraldton io fips by the Acting Government Astronomer Mr H Culewix May 1913 lists moon phases New Moon May 6 First Quarter May Full Moon May 20 Cast Quarter May 28 Notes odd phrasing and garbled segments but the main data item is the monthly lunar phases.
Geraldton reports the Gorgon under Captain Townley sailed toward 8.8 with North West Ports, Java and Singapore connections and a brief note of the route involving North West Ports and Singapore.
A terse item notes the State Steamship Service voyage movements with Captain Knol and Jami Hod aboard the Geraldon. It records departures from Fremantle on May 31st and Darwin on June 11th with agents listed as Mahine Terrace.
Shipping news lists Gorgon capt Townley arriving from Singapore with 40 tons cargo and passengers Mr and Mrs Bourns, J Suryeh, O Neil, and Dalgety & Co. as agents. Geraldton departures for Nor West ports, Java and Singapore with Charon and Parpo, Minderan, Zealandia routes via Fremantle, Sydney, Melbourne, Adelaide and Albany to Fremantle and onward.
A fragments indicate Edward Pope and Co formerly Pope and Pope have been removed to Durlacher Street Chambers. The text lacks dates or full context but records a relocation of the firm to the new address.
A brief notice from Geraldton Snaylan mentions faith and justice themes with a Saturday reference to Saintua in May, signaling community observance or event coverage.
A fragment discussing strategies in campaigns and how opponents use questions to probe and sway voters. It notes the role of sentiment and high-minded rhetoric in shaping public opinion and mentions the influence of political writers and leaders on the electorate.
A Geraldton Guardian report argues Labour party discipline blocks debate and pushes for Liberal candidates in the May vote, criticizing Labour's caucus influence and urging voters to oppose referenda proposals to steer Commonwealth policy. Local notices cover church events, missionary talks, and community updates across Dongarra and surrounding districts.
An odd local note reports Miss Plovtlis Bardwell of Gerahl associated with a Royal Saving Society and a gamekeeper bartender in Cusack Dorchester area. A man named Winstevd and a domestic figure named Nasine Hae vanish on August 31. A price line offers forwarding to Woot Blankeia without tales, with a £1 3s 6d quote, in a cluttered Coliseum advertisement.
Perth May 31 results from the Helens Vale racing program show multiple races with listed horses and weights. Orville led the Helena Hurdle ahead of Norweb and Za, with betting 8 to 1. Other plates and handcaps named winners and contenders with fixed odds, including Jack Art and The Trigger as likely winners in respective events.
In a windy Recreation Ground football match the Rovers, aided by the first quarter wind, struggled with control as Brigade dominated with rapid play and goals. Key scorers included Stewart Mills, Frank Kidd, Stokes, Carwardine, Tetlow, and clear standout defenders. Brigade triumphed 5 goals 14 behinds to 6 goals 18 behinds.
Reported Australian football scores show Perth area results with Subisco 7.5 over South Fremantle 24 to 10.16 East Fremantle beat East Perth 34 to 810. A separate note mentions conscription protests by French soldiers, a campaign against the Turkey Trot, and two immigrants in Brisbane attempting suicide, with names Brorn William Atkins and William Murray Maguire.
Mr Bruce, Lay Scott's brother, arrived from Sear Zealand and asserted Captain Senie's diary was intact and valuable. He claimed the diary would be made public by Lady Scott, who mourned her husband's death nearly a year earlier in Kew, as a unique historical document detailing exploration and her grief.
A Metropolitan Council discussion on providing free school books faced financial hurdles. A deputation led by A. E. Green MLA Don Cameron and W. E. Clarke urged the Minister for Education to fund free books for scholars. The Minister voiced sympathy but cited current fiscal strain and rising school demands. He promised careful consideration when finances allow.
Fragmented items report English Newmarket Stakes winner Cragavour by Desmond-Vemneraties and a series of mishaps. James Eady, aged 30, treated for injuries after an assault in Wosloumenion. Basti in serious condition. Ray Lacey and Mary Bryant jailed for theft in Wiesmere. Cyl Douglas sentenced for counterfeiting. William Ingle, freedman, met at Adelaide prison gates. Australian Freedom League cheers. Forbes land ballot records 637 applicants for 10 blocks. total value around £220,000. French mail steamer Same fat blown up after mine strike near Sydney. Berlin shows enthusiasm as George and Queen Mary attend Kaimer’s wedding. Relations between Germany and Britain noted as strained.
Australia’s High Commissioner notes Sir George Reid’s indispensability at London functions. His witty, timely remarks amuse audiences and keep the spotlight on his diplomacy and charm amid lingering satire about modern officials.
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