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Newspaper
Geraldton Guardian
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
May 29, 1926
Page
2
An advertisement extols a piano feature marketed as a personal instrument by mimicking human touch and expression. It alleges enhanced musical control, claims concert use, and invites demonstrations with vigorous claims of proof.
A brief note from West Australia records a dated reference to Xabawah with a May 25 1906 attribution involving Hadley.
The Three Spring district area under crop is projected to exceed 35000 acres. Notices mention May 13 weddings and a coal carter incident, plus hospital and town council items. The report includes community events at Victoria Hospital and theatre notes, with religious and musical gatherings and local civic updates.
A fragmentary report recounts a detective tale with references to Jin and Wrekin and a Sulina prodrierian setting. The piece hints at a revival of interest and a warm reception amid a crowd, noting the enigmatic figure and his puzzling methods in a public setting.
Investigators in Kalgoorlie press on with a methodical probe into a deadly case. They examine an abandoned pit, a bloodstained overcoat, and a discarded head saw as potential links to dismemberment. Track evidence and a gold plant recovery are reviewed while fingerprints from headquarters are tested to identify suspects.
A mid winter sale advertises seasonable goods at end of winter prices. Items include wool blanket and army gear with varied yardages and sack sizes. The note lists multiple price points and unit quantities, suggesting a sweeping clearance of stock.
Kalgoorlie May 27 Inspector Condon says the investigation narrows to a small area after thirty weeks with officers still at work. Detectives are refining prints and clues as authorities pursue fresh leads following the murders.
Violent storms battered Fremantle causing structural damage and roof breaches. Reporting notes derailed roofs, debris and property impact, with scattered damage observed across north Fremantle and nearby works disrupted by the gale.
A strong wind at Geraldton yesterday caused damage to harbour works though details remain unclear. At Point Moore lighthouse the tiles suffered as high winds battered the area with waves reportedly reaching 25 feet, threatening longstanding structures along the coast.
The 530 ton motor ship Kybra arrived from England to join the Kiate Steamship Service Houth Coast run. Captain Burkeridge praised her sea-going qualities after tests in the Bay of Biscay. She logged average speeds around 10 to 13 knots in various seas and is slated to begin her first Australian coast voyage on June 10 from Fremantle to Eucla.
The Mayor of Berth Mr J T Franklin fixed for June 17 at pm at the Perth Town Hall a meeting to showcase local interest in the mining trade. Attendees from municipal councils and industry figures are invited to attend and bring supporters to discuss the sector’s welfare and investment.
Popular vaudeville acts Johnny More and Jenny Hoy perform all Scots numbers in kilts tonight, featuring songs and Highland costumes. The duo recently completed a two season run at King's Theatre and plan a farewell show on Monday with a new program, while the local cinemas present Water and White Fang as the evening's features.
Church notices outline tomorrow's Christ Church schedule with Holy Communion at 9 am and Matins at 11 am, Sunday School at 3 pm, and Evensong at 7:30 pm led by the Rector. Guild meets Saturday after evening service. Girls Club Thursday in Parish Hall. Reverend Maley preaches at Wesley Church and Mr Rockie visits Moonyeonpuka Parish. A. S. Pre will preach at Wesley for British Foreign Bible Society.
Elder, Smith and Co yarded 48 cattle and 100 horses at Bubiaco on May 21 and sold 47 cattle and 50 horses. Quotations cover pair quality dairy cows, calves, forward springers, heifers, and farm horses and geldings with prices ranging from £2/10/0 to £35 for horses and £5 to £18 for cattle, reflecting mixed animal conditions and weights. The English language report notes market exports and transport terms.
The Mullewa Road Board meets to discuss annexe sketching, local authority actions, and road works. Items include tender results for road and fencing work, school and community notices, and plans to appoint committees for water supply and road maintenance in the district.
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