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Newspaper
Geraldton Guardian
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Nov 24, 1925
Page
2
In loving memory of Louisa Marsh who died November 4, 1982. Treasured memories from son, daughter in law, and grandchildren George, Agnes, Hymn, Georgie Marsh. Also for Louie Marsh who died November 24, 1982. Inserted by children and families. Also memorials for other family members commemorating November dates.
The Geraldton district Naturality Hall hosts a Girls Musical Club event to motivate the fut 1 volunteer effort. Parrish Hall Tuesday evening offers a pleasing programme with a dainty supper. Also noted is a police matter regarding a November 2 incident and possible recommendations for officers or constables in the wake of the mining strike.
An urgent meeting of all interested in the above scheme will be held at 11 o clock tomorrow in the Parish Hall. President Harold Ross will address attendees and request patience as details are finalized.
Polls open from 8 am to 7 pm for Ward elections with candidates in the West Ward being E. E. Christie and I. H. Liebenow and in the East Ward P. Stowe and E. H. Brede. Also notes Merrymakers festival at the Town Hall with local artists. Weather reports show cooler, breezy conditions with showers possible and a drop in temperature.
The report details shaft advances at Taroola Bloc er Azana with rain drive gains from 7 to 49 feet and pre evaluation of 14. Crumaru east shaft resumed, extending 2 to 12 feet in low-grade material. Wiss GK level rose 3 to 8 feet, ore from Sf valued at 18 percent. Concentrated stone and valve yielded 7H percent. temporary steam engine backed the operation with November activities and a new timing planned for November 16.
Midway through the document a mining manager describes processing 215 tons, tied to Brilliant Gold Mining Company. The wording references crude calculations and an internal tally, with unclear context and possible transcription errors.
A wartime reminiscence from Mary Pollack of Victoria recounts long vanished connections with Tasmanian and Western Australian pearl shell trade figures. The letter mentions Taye, an elder friend, a journey north beyond Port Hedland, shell voyages with Emma, and a long-lost search for his fate.
Eyewitness accounts describe a shark assault near the Cottesloe shore during a busy crowds day. Lifesavers and onlookers rushed to aid a victim while attempting to deter the shark, which persisted in the water despite efforts with boats, baits, and explosive charges. The casualty survived briefly but died from injuries.
Incoherent OCR fragment outlines a morning event with mentions of timing and a negative act. Readable portions reference a person and a possible crime but lack verifiable names, places, or outcomes to confirm details.
Adelaide match reports Australia and Western Australia in a cricket test style summary with Western Australia first innings 177 led by Butt 41 Bryant 37 Roath Australia 9 wickets, then Australia 153 with Southwester 38, and match concluding as Australia secure victory by nine wickets. Eyes on covering proposal and new wickets preparation noted by authorities and Australian Cricket Association. A significant Bourke Street St Warwick halt project linked to St Patricks hall funds.
Oswell's offers summer drapery and trousers with marked prices and shoppers urged to compare value. Includes men’s fashion shirts touted as high quality cashmell loves at a low two shilling eight pence pair. Also advertises standard lines of groceries and provisions with phone contact for ordering.
In a busy King Theatre program, Ben Lyon stars in Beale Davis novel adaptation One Way Throb won by a femme fatale. The film depicts a woman's temptation and murder thrown into a gripping romantic drama set in Argentina. Also featured are Vandevie and Wiccares with Chas duise’s Surprise Party plus a varied evening of vaudeville acts and musical items.
A fragmentary 1925 correspondent report discusses green light influence on sleep and healing, mentioning Melbourne and England observations, then shifts to Australian farming notes. It covers experimental wheat and oats plots, garden crops, and an Agricultural Society meeting with show results, officers, and delegates.
A partial 1930s style text discusses Britain's role in global trade under wartime strain. It references British industry, workers, and the potential for metal and manufacturing growth, with a didactic tone aimed at youth. The garbled passage hints at international relations and national economy as valuable instruction.
A dispute in Yardanooka over the ownership and value of a steer centered on Frederic Sy mer and Rickned Wam. The magistrate ordered Sloper to pay 11 pounds to the claimant, with the court handling costs. The case references the National Library positions and earlier custody claims.
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