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Newspaper
Geraldton Guardian
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Oct 05, 1926
Page
3
Fragmented OCR describes a chaotic episode in a Chinese town area with reports of a kidnapping, destruction, and women held captive. Madame Freeman Davies is noted as a victim, and the town suffers fire and deprivation while efforts to locate Davies and abductees continue amid disorder and fear.
Fragmentary report notes Air Ministry plans to rebuild a two foot giant Seachlney type craft for long range bombing trials. The machine is described as a high flying ramjet capable of speed and altitude that would make it visible from distant vantage points.
Fragmented OCR notes describe a British Women's Olympian team member running a Windsor to London marathon style course. The piece implies English women aim to demonstrate superiority to Americans. Specific names, dates, and places are unclear due to damaged text.
Brief reports that Mustafa Kemal introduces a rule limiting men to four wives and imposing state oversight on divorces after the initial period. The article notes brides rally to leverage the new town’s opportunities, with changes to girls' ages and marriage norms being discussed amid the reform era.
An Australian society note outlines the Ugly Men's Annual Melbourne Cup sweep with tickets sold, prize funds of £60,000 plus £1,011 for first and £200 for second, £100 for third, and £300 among final drawers. Entries via Beepptary Mr Barcombe at Perpetual Trustee Buildings Mt George’s Terrace Perth with stamped self addressed envelopes.
A damaged passage recounts the life of Mine McGrath, a very tall woman born in New York in 1903 who moved to Ireland. It describes her family, schooling cut short by growth, and a harsh upbringing, ending with a cautious moral about a husband helping his wife with her work.
A man named William Gi Bufennel and a George Mutheriam G were involved in an arrest at Northampton related to the Fremantle Trading Company case. The report notes a government payment or money involvement previously documented in connection with the matter.
Comstable Mills of Northampton made an agreement at a delinquent residence in Protheri. On Hatantay lermoom he appeared at Northampton Police Court and was remanded to appear on Thursday morning on condition of security of two hundred pounds.
In Western Australia a crash near Grees Bubhes involving Mbunjimup resident Mrs Roberts and a man named Mr. Roberts sent a young girl to Perth for care. The child suffered concussion while Mrs Roberts endured facial injuries and the driver was uninjured but shocked. The family was en route to a royal show when the accident occurred.
An incident near Mylor, South Australia, involves a vehicle owned by Memairams, with a driver jolted and shaken but not seriously injured. The car rolled over a declivity, four wheels in contact, breaking a glass pane. aid was given and the machine was restored to the road after substantial effort.
Adelaide reports the death of Judge Mitchell today, an active leader in the Police Bribery Commission controversy. He was a veteran official with ties to several key posts, and his passing ends a five month tension over alleged police bribe connections and government plans for the commission's future.
Mrs Mira J Mesner set fire to curtains while attempting to extinguish flames in a kerosene lamp incident. She suffered burns from head to foot and was in critical condition. Her husband Ron’s clothing caught, he rushed outside for help, then Hal stripped her and helped extinguish the fire.
Reported at Coorverrung ton about a home built rail incident near a dam where three people Wallace Fisher 34 grazier Richard Fisher 12 son of the former and Dougine Mien 17 station employee were involved. The craft toppled into water as it approached the hinge tank. Local weekly movie attendance figures are noted. A 14 year old received a license to set up a business by the JoWat council.
A fragmented notice seeks a well known individual described as cooperative and to be located for a position at the West Australia Post Office. The incomplete text hints at an official role and a public directory context.
Western Australia racing awaits Saturday’s Perth meeting with a full list of acceptances across several events including the Caulfield Maiden Stakes and Leake Handicap. Notable entries include Prince MacDonald, Susire, Mor Likely, and Golden Mile among others as trainers prepare for the day’s turf action.
An obscured NSW race summary lists competitors such as So Le ta Cevear Star Aeraager and Panthene with odds like 53 to 1. It mentions distances and positions including Front at distance and various runners, but many names are unreadable. The fragment ends with unclear notes and numbers.
Text describes a horse race with Pantheon as favorite and Cracksell challenging. Spearfelt’s rider notes lost ground while hoping for a better position, and Young comments on intuition in racing. The passage also mentions Elinor Mitchell typing 142 words per minute as Europe’s champion, and a Geruhitan Tennis Club annual general meeting to be held at the Mayor's Parker.
Fragmentary notes indicate efforts to assess harvest prospects with interest in wheat yields and quality. Readers are left with unclear signs about whiteness and market expectations, reflecting uncertain crop health and potential shortages.
The Marvert district's farming prospects look strong with abundant feed, crops suited to gentler winters, and high hay yields. Officials note good weather, improved farming methods, and a planned railway line to open vast development potential. some frost damage in earlier crops limits gains.
The text records adoption of new officers including W. X. Bel, Preamas, Dick, MacSlinthsiith, and Lambert, with Bel to directorate. It notes the diamond drill operators finishing the fourth bore at Yalgoo, then leaving for Smailstogs to begin boring again. The Constigantio State workers plan 71 toms at Coolgerdie next week.
The Brilliant Gut Mining Company reports intermediate ore from Gaew's est reme yielding 7.5 percent tone of ore for IGers Tdwin. Lead ore production in August totals 112 tons with a value rise of £3,882 and £1,342 higher than the prior month. Total value of ore produced stands at £31, Shock 7, 6h tons for 23 tame of lead, value £560.
Nearly 100 young trees of several varieties are weeded in a Serica forestry experiment at a USA station. They are planted in furrows to reduce evaporation. Weights are recorded to measure moisture retention and transpiration under varying conditions over two four year periods, with many trees removed as specimens are studied.
A historical account explains free balloons used for meteorological study. It details two observers guiding a three foot diameter balloon, recording wind direction and speed, and the ascent to high altitudes where the atmosphere differs greatly. The piece notes sounding balloons as pioneering voyagers expanding knowledge beyond sea-level limits.
Prof Oysson reports Norsemen invaded in 101 AD affecting 24 men seven women and a baby. Survivors fled after a battle near Tuk leaving a burial mound 150 feet in circumference and 24 feet high. Runes indicate multiple wars. site to remain undisturbed by historians including Margaret Awundson Reynolis.
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