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Newspaper
Geraldton Guardian
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Oct 15, 1927
Page
3
Confused garbled OCR reports chaotic scene at an air show with exhausted petrol and awkward communications from a steam ship, as observers note delays and a rushed sequence of contraband signals reaching Le Bourget.
A fragmentary report describes a man named Robert Hunter who seeks his fourteenth wife via a remote Falkland Islands romance. Mail and window scenes are noted, with references to a widow living alone and negotiations prolonged by limited annual opportunities. The piece hints at a courtship involving Port Stanley and a shipping agent, but is largely incomplete.
Yesterday's Recreation March featured varsity and junior track events at Wigschool Stetente. Navy and Gold factions led team points in a close overall standings, with numerous individuals earning top finishes across sprints, throws, relays, and field events.
The State Treasurer Mr Collier reports a projected surplus of £28,245 for 1927-28 with expenditures of £1,541,207 and a working balance of £? million. No tax changes planned this year but potential revisions if revenue declines. Public utilities provide major revenue. railways contribute £3,500,000 with a net return. Federal road and finance agreements require state spending £289,008 and Commonwealth £394,000 with £36,000 to be drawn from revenue. Dementia and related expenses rise. mining decline cited as major factor, opposition leader James Mitchell praised for highlighting long-term settlement prospects.
In Perth an elderly man, Lavelle aged 57 and long secretary of the Theatrical Employees Union, died in an incident at dawn. Police investigations focus on the circumstances surrounding the death as the regional community seeks answers.
Forecasts indicate New South Wales will experience unsettled conditions through the week with periods of rain and gusty winds. Authorities urge caution for travelers and outdoor workers as storms may intensify near coastal areas and hinterland.
The notice outlines options for lodging with bed and breakfast at about 35 shillings per week, and different style or quality levels offering varying weekly costs. It mentions membership restrictions and access limits to specific venues and areas, including Acton, Ainslie, and Kurrajong, with general and federation member distinctions.
Three arrests were made following the discovery of Ronald Laetland Leslie’s body in Rydmey. Detectives believe a murder occurred Wednesday morning near the Spit and Bay area after Leslie said goodbye to his wife earlier. The suspects, detained at a family home and then questioned at police headquarters, faced initial charges as investigations continued.
Fragmented OCR notes describe a Perth racing event with horses Swansea and Green Harun, betting odds such as Miramsen and Green Harun, and race names including Flying Welter and Pillane. The text lists participants and outcomes sparsely with unclear spellings and scattered figures.
Teality representing John Bripton Large of Oddfellows and Walkaway Lounge met at Blue Point for a pending match. Geraldton led 11 to 5 with Walkaway scoring nine behindino, setting up a likely battle between Northampton and Upper Chapman precianaml Fire Brigades as premier Geraldon Association. If Brigades win, Weruknom Association gains possession. Northampton’s victory would keep the cup alive for next meeting. Umpire Uulfey filed the call for the Sunday game.
An inquest opened into the death of George Emery who was found in the harbour. Witnesses including his brother William and father Jareer Emery described earlier drinking and attempts to help him. The medical verdict cited suffocation by drowning with a head wound deemed ante mortem or immediate postmortem. Witnesses placed the events around Monday to Wednesday, with the body recovered near the Freemasons Hotel area and police notified promptly.
An old OCR fragment advertises a liquidation sale of stock, plant and machinery with contact by SOLDSBROUGH MORT & CO Perth and Geraldton. It also mentions a secretary position for the Turf Club, salary details, and tender notices with application deadlines and survey work length terms.
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