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Newspaper
Geraldton Guardian
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Oct 16, 1919
Page
2
The State's finances reveal a 267,917 pound increase over the previous year though expenditures rise with expected end year debt of 509,000 pounds. Officials warn the decline in revenue may not cover special wartime costs and urge prudent taxation and reduced activities to balance the budget.
Report describes a chaotic shareholders gathering with references to the Prime Minister’s Bill, protests, and calls for increased representation. Mentions a meeting at which Jol Bunting was named by police, and notes tension over proposed costs and governance changes.
A boxing exhibition is planned for Friday night at the View Victoria Hotel ball with local promoter Joe Ryan's and a club meeting led by officials including Mr J Gileca and Mr J G Tmen. The plan to form a new crochet club was discussed and approved with a full committee appointed. The event includes a Queen's Park ground march and a Saturday start for cricket.
Personal items describe Tolee Conrabie Evengen suffering a sanding accident Tuesday with injuries likely confining him to a bed for a week. Irvae J Hale of Geraldon, recently back from three years in service, arrived home yesterday in Fremante after a lengthy absence.
A fragmented clipping describes table oils and brown green fabrics, highlighting boys wear and guile poplin items. It notes designs, prices, and a rough outline of military style and holiday outfits, suggesting broad availability and cheap fashion amid rate concerns.
A Perth committee on the Prices Regulation Bill met on October 15 in Parliament to hear further discussion. Members reviewed society show expenses, sheep and poultry prizes, and preparations for next year’s show while examining accounts and tender plans for grounds. Victoria reports cite calls for a Royal Commission to investigate the cost of living and a basic wage proposal.
Federal Treasurer Mr Watt announced that the Peace Loan closed with the public subscribing in full after institutions agreed to subscribe. The public response was strong and the total sought was fully raised by the deadline.
The Assembly accepted the resignation of Premier Ryan as member for Barcoo after a motion by Mr Theodore. The motion declared the seat vacant and the Premier announced his stepping down.
The district saw scattered showers on Tuesday night and yesterday with lighter than hoped rainfall for farmers. Crop prospects improved slightly as showers reached farms in Yona and nearby areas despite a dry spell. Barometer stands at 80.086 inches with little chance of further rain soon.
(From Our Own Correspondent) Farm reports indicate ongoing hay and wheat yields with strong wool demand. Notable purchases include 8 wool rams and a stud ram from Riverina stock, plus ewe negotiations. A secretary’s proposal for permanent improvements and a £50 projected expenditure outlines next year’s budget.
Mr A Drage aged 55, lifelong district resident and co owner of Drage Bros with brothers, died Tuesday night at the Bowes Northampton. He once owned Mount View Station on the Murchison River, later disposed, and recently lived at the Bowes Estate. He served as chairman of the Norhanpiga Hood Boards.
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