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Newspaper
Geraldton Guardian
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Oct 22, 1927
Page
2
Fragmentary note references Frank B Toes near Wadbury's Buildings and a 1010 to 1011 timeframe. Mentions a person named Mr Toser and a plan related to a reading or head seed event with a father.
Obituary notice recalls Lucas A Smith who died in October 1926 and Mary Asa who passed on an unknown date. It expresses sorrow from a loving wife and children and notes true and kind character and faith. The piece blends births marriages and deaths with affectionate memory and a religious farewell.
Local notes discuss the Wizas Railway and Hor v A Kempton arriving from Perth. General sentiment in Perth appears to favor linking the Wiluna railway with the Marchinan part of the Advisory Board, signaling progress on the rail connection plan.
Weather across the district shows showers and heavy rain in parts, with cooler nights inland and tropical heat peaking toward week end. Civic matters include inquiries into extending the Workers' Homes project at Geraldton, possible amendments to housing acts, and preparation for soldier home purchase schemes under the War Service Homes Commission.
Market prices at Perth yesterday include notable figures for items such as Pras Shi and Yims Sates with varying quotes. The Perth Swimming Club seeks a committee of ladies to supervise rooms near Ritzgreskl Street at the town hall and invites prospective members to a meeting at home. A civil claim regarding an agreement was adjourned after both sides presented evidence. defendants claim £11 4d for cat a and £2 0d for insurance. The town hall is expected to draw a crowd on Wednesday for the ongoing proceedings and related events.
Miss Australia Beryl Mills wrapped up a crowded Garahitum stay with enthusiastic Perth supporters and a grand departure by night train. Crowds at King's Theatre heard her Australian and American experiences while she described the book Mise Australiaie 1928. A city procession from the Victoria Hotel followed by car escorts and a long stream of cheering supporters marked her farewell as she waved from the carriage and finally left.
The late Archdeacon Louch, born in Suffolk, served in Geraldton and Albany, and led church work in the district. He died Wednesday at his residence in Albany after a long career, with a funeral to be held at Christ Church and family connections in Geeahiton and Perth noted.
The Tows Hall gathered dancers and spectators for a plain and fancy dress ball in aid of the Geraldton effort for the Children’s Hospital Perth. A Cinderella theme featured a pantomime with Prince, wicked stepsisters, and a Fairy Godmother. The event raised about £40, lifting the total to roughly £155 for the appeal.
Oseenguis bowlers plan a pressurably afternoon for Ladies Day on October 20. A mixer pairs event matches left and right handed bowlers with prizes. a joining club committee and new members anticipate a productive season with a club meeting and the presentation of last season’s trophy.
The article argues for a proper aerodrome to speed emergency aircraft use after the death of Mr J B Butcher. It notes delays in surgeon arrival due to long road journeys from Geraldton and calls for clear landings, marking, and roads to support air service expansion in Western Australia.
The Rev H Wise and Mrs Vies returned from Berth by yesterday's train. Mr and Mrs Sisthia of Bimwe arrived in Geraldton by yesterday’s express. Kempton SLC resided by yesterday morning’s train and will stay in Geraldton for a few days. J W Bolles tours Geraldton and surrounds for the Colonial Mutual Life Society, using Geraldton as headquarters for weeks while inspecting Moura to lower Marchivon. Ballen Bai from Port travels by road and notes Tick le would be satisfactory.
Wesley Church schedules morning teaching by Rev W G Beckie and evening by Rev Milton Maley with special choir items. Anglican Christ Church plans 3 pm and 7 pm services with multiple speakers and musical groups. St Johan Church hosts varied services at 12 am 3 pm and 7 pm with Cartwright and others performing. Salvation Army and Holiness meeting details included with youth directory class.
The program features the Mimon Dao troupe with piano, ukulele and mandolin numbers plus harmonies, a Pathescope film Thres o'clock in the Morning, and features Ho This is Paris with Monty Blue and Paty Ruth Milter. Also shows Tin Gods with Thomas Meighan, The Campa Flirt with Bebe Daniels, and a comedy at the Queens venue.
Minutes show acting chair J Legge and the medical committee discussing hospital funding and staff needs. A letter requests department details, while plans outline seating and transport issues and ticket costs for a public event.
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