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Newspaper

Geraldton Guardian

Location

Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia

Date

May 25, 1912

Page

2

Shipping notices from Geraldton to Fremantle and beyond

From Geraldton for Fremantle. SS Gorgon under Captain Townley about June 6. SS Charon under Captain Dalgresson about June 22 from Geraldton to North West ports Java and Singapore. SS Parog under Captain Richardson reported June 6. Gorgon to sail June 26 under Captain Townley.

Ocean Steamship, Company Limited West Australian Steam Navigation Company, Limited United Service Fremantle Java Singapore Geraldton SS. Gorgon Townley S.S. Charon Dalgressson Singsport Paroq Richardson Gorgon Simgaport Geraldium Gerealdies Jer Charon Burrumbett

Reservoir plans debated for Geraldton water supply

Unofficial investigations into two proposed sites Sandalwood Hills and Poison Hill for Geraldton’s water supply lead to concerns over storage capacity and feasibility. Waggrakine shows potential with dam raises, while combining sites may offer a feasible solution if catchment proves adequate. The report stresses further surveying before any permanent work.

Counseillors Geraldton Opr Sandalwood Hills Poison Hill Vetea Ates Gerabiton Poisye Hill Walter Supply Hugh Oldham Cielim Hulleweer Oldham Rome Samdalwood Hill Waggrakine

Shipping Arrivals and Departures From Fremantle and Singapore

Arrivals list Minderoo from Fremantle at 13.50 p.m with 200 tons general cargo and 200 passengers. Paroo from Singapore with 5.8 ships and 504% tons general cargo and 5 bullocks. Departures note Minderoo bound for Nor West ports and Singapore. Cargo includes 48 tons coal, bale goods, and 6 tons copper ingots. Passengers include Miss Patrick and others listed.

Minderoo Fremantle General Carey Paroo Singapore Nor’-West Porth Priday Nor’ West Paasey- Repsr Lake Toms Cote

Appropriation for surveys and water supply plans

Local notes discuss appointing an engineer with geological experience to investigate the surrounding country and secure funds for a water supply at Geraldton. It calls for an adequate plan for present and future needs, with council authorization and public involvement. Forecasts warn of rain in the southwest with squalls near the Leeuwin and Tasmania.

Uhey Geraldton Leeuwin Tasmania

Local Premiership Match Rovers Clashes Fire Brigade

In the Recreation Growl this afternoon the Rovers met the Fire Brigade Club in a tough contest. Subiaco led early but East Fremantle and North Fremantle posted strong scores while South Fremantle and West Perth posted steady totals. Final scores included Subiaco 15.23 to Teeth 7.9 and North Fremantle 11.2 to South Fremantle 9. West Perth finished 6.10.

Recreation Growl Rovers Fire Brigade Fire Brixade

Customs Returns Port of Geraldtom Exports and Wool Data

Customs returns for overseas trade up to May 21 show exports totaling 13,870 sales of sheep and wool. Wool greasy and washed counts are included with 2 and 12 bales respectively and a single case noted. total export value recorded as £5150 0p.

Rmporte Vpotal Walter Ae Pee Ae

Federal Capital design selections announced at Melbourne

May 24 Melbourne reports envelopes opened to reveal mates of success competitors for the Federal Capital designs. The committee favored by majority endorses first prize winners from Helsingord and related figures, with landscape and architectural candidates listed. Advertisement notes assorted remedies and summer costumes, hinting at a broader sale listing.

Melbourne Nen Helsingord Fisland Bird Alfred Niguche Collegy Social Schmer Paris Quingrlty Virst W. Scott Gridiths Nils’ Getlosteat Stockholem Sweden Valorty No. T. Harvid von Wien Magemigie New York Selmadelelbarg Umd Ginner SL Urnet James Sient London

Geraldton Personal Items Note Clerk, Officers Departures

The document lists several Geraldton personnel moves. Mr Ray, ill, is Clerk of Courts. Me A. arrives as relieving officer. Mr Forbes serves about six years as clerk of courts at Broome. Mr Fats Holt arrived two and a half years ago to open the Geraldton branches. notice of changes to Kalgnortie branch management. Mr Buntuee takes over at the Geraldton branch. Mr Hott promoted with roles in Agricultural Society and Turf Club committees. next week departs affecting business. Mr FP vere leaves after ten years as secretary and accountant to the local flour milling company, planning to Perth. Mr Over has been in Geraldton ten years, well known socially and on cricket fields.

Ray Geraldton Forbes Broome Fats Holt Aliton New South — Wales I Kalgnortie Buntuee Tin Ree Cranth Usamages Geraldton Tiainess Geraldea Hott Funk Agricultural Society Turf Chui Tix Lw Company Intenda Perth Overhou Ant

King's Hall Film Week Delights At Kisty Hall

Tonight at Kisty's Hall the programme delivers lively cinema and drama. The Meating of the Ways a powerfully staged drama and Danny Cowboys a Cowboy romance provide laughs as pranks and love scenes unfold. Indian Pride emphasizes enduring tribal pride and For the Honor of the Family features Maurice Costello in a military role.

Kisty Danny Cowboys Aseault Hin Maurice Costello

Geraldton Amateur Rowing Club Funds New Racing Boat

A damaged plea from the Geraldton Amateur Rowing Club seeks donors for a new racing boat and fund. The letter thanks contributors and explains past handicaps using heavy boats, urging support to equip crews with first class gear.

NEW Racing Boat Fund The Ealitory Geralston Rowing Club Gbiwe Tool Geraldton Geraldiom

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