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Newspaper
Geraldton Guardian
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Nov 26, 1908
Page
2
Inikiny Heraldtom reports Millura Karrhtama Terrats Company seeks terms that push tenants toward self ownership as landlords. Marin Terrare handles inquiries via Telephone 34.
The ship Penguin under Captain J. Neale from Fremantle to Sydney is listed with cargo of 100 bales of mail and 4 tons of tuileries outward. Departures reference Fremantle port and Eastern Blazes route with likely sailing via Fremantle.
Fragmented OCR text describes farming methods and yields, mentioning Sultan and Charog routes, Fremantle, Geraldton, NorWest ports, Melbourne, Adelaide, and a discussion of dry farming and cultivation practices. Names Mr Rudall and Dr Hungerford appear with references to Campbell system of bed farming and experimental plots.
Reports from Geraldton note crops affected by a poor season with reduced rainfall yet show potential gains from early sowing. Mr. Jupp predicts abundant harvests for some growers while the Chapman Experimental Farm anticipates about 28 bushels per acre as harvest begins at Necre Terre and nearby sites.
A detailed plan promotes moisture conservation, early sowing, and crop rotation to boost yields. It outlines fallowed ground, under crop and under grass divisions on a 640 acre farm, with yearly shifts to maximize grain production and livestock benefits, plus a note on recent rainfall and price context.
Geraldton urgent notes on railway report sources and a call for clarity from the Secretary of the Geraldton Lumpers Union. Mayor Elect Jose discusses water supply schemes and opposition to Grimston's proposal. An injured man explores medical advice before an operation and a charity fund appeals for support for the Geraldton Coffer P a l a s fund.
The first series of ANA juvenile competitions began in the Town Hall with spectators present. Hon. J. M. Sirew chaired the opening, praising healthy rivalry and inviting further local school interest. Winners will be announced Thursday, with continued events and elocutionary and musical items planned. Nearby note mentions Italian castle near Lake Nemi and proposed draining of the lake to search for buried treasures.
Perth notes disclose the mill for Upper Chapoan Railway construction with plans for deviation and compulsory purchase. It outlines route segments from Geraldton to Northampton with measurements, boundary points, and a total length of about 26 miles 1 chain.
Yesterday's quiet contest for mayor of Geraldina produced a 5 vote majority for Joe Urch amid 14 formal votes and about 50 percent turnout. Returning Officer Al Weltrom and scrutineers oversaw the weak count as Mr Urch claimed the office and thanked supporters. Mr Jose and others trailed with informal ballots noted. In a separate result, Mr J G Smith defeated Mr F G Armstrong with 297 to 38 votes and one informal ballot.
The new mayor, William John Jose, born 1632 in Keemantle, joined CC Crowther and Co in 1874 after Messra, Scott and Gale. He founded the Trefuais Aerated Water Factory in Tesi, returned to Ger akdtom, and led the town’s growth. He served as councillor for six years before 1905, oversaw the first land block for the municipality, secured Victoria Square, and promoted a Town Hall site. He was elected unopposed as mayor in 1901-23 and led the Northern Development League as president.
May, Messen, Constantine and Gardner note Christmas greetings should be mailed by next Friday to reach European friends by Christmas. They received sample comments on card quality and plan to offer high quality cards at cost price to close stock.
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