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Newspaper
Geraldton Guardian
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Oct 29, 1927
Page
3
Tales from Babia recount a boiler explosion on the steamer Monell. Survivors claim heavy winds and a shark attack accompanied the tragedy, with dozens of crew members perishing and many rescued from the sea.
In De Janeiro on October 27 the Italian Embassy said a report arrived claiming 25 of the crew and passengers are missing from the liner Princepessa Mafalda. Officials note 1,256 passengers aboard with over 300 unaccounted for after the voyage.
Perth telegrams report attempts to learn the motive for a shooting affair at an inquest. A bereaved son declined comment as authorities prepared for possible disclosures during proceedings.
A warned civil dispute centers on a possible libel action linked to a cash order claim valued at about £10000. The report notes potential legal steps ahead.
Court recommendations call for resurvey of Denbass and immediate approaches, correction of charts, and safer practices for mariners along the Western Australian coast. Mariners should slow in shallow waters to reduce risk, with heightened caution in the Denham Channel area.
Adelaide reports a deputation informed by Premier Butler that harsh financial positions and the bait season affect crops. Initial harvest estimates ranged around 31 million bushels but are reduced to about 12 million. if some areas were not cut for bay, an average loss of 13 to 14 bushels of wheat is feared.
Fragmentary text describes an old mining lease near Hawking Jill in NSW. References to Lady Belmore mine, depth measurements, and a possible new finding suggest remnants of a historic claim being reassessed. Ambiguous terms indicate contested ownership and unclear results from previous digging.
An early morning crash near Point Cook involved Cadet Lintell Saree, the reports say the 10ft gusts affected the wing and the aircraft went out of control. Saree was not injured, and the incident serves as a training sight for young pilots gaining experience.
The readable fragments describe a pilot incident with a plane, island location, and a dramatic change in altitude and ground proximity. Names and exact details are missing or garbled, preventing precise reconstruction of event, date, or parties involved.
Fragmentary report notes ministerial visit over water supply issues in the town. Recalled dam overflows and rainfall affecting the reservoir, with engineer promising investigation into the feeding of the west side.
The Association agreed to contribute £30 toward annual Recreation Ground upkeep if properly fenced and maintained. Minutes record appreciation for the Secretary’s service during the season. The Government Astronomer released the solar report for the week ending Wednesday noting a disturbed region fading after crossing the ventral meridian and potential minor activity by November.
Race report from Perth with betting odds on Tattersall’s Purse and Welter Handicap. Mention of Microphone, Arayne, Valta, Vasls, Eridanus, Bicoler and Trivalve with various odds and positions amid Derby context.
Melbourne October 29 latest betting quotes list Bilvins at 3 to 2 Murillo and Trivalge at 6 to 1 Sam a Mime at 1 to 1 Star d Or and Bicolor at 12 to 1.
Final acceptances listed for the Melbourne Cup to be run Tuesday November 1 include Williewinkie Mutile Piss von Tookarby Bacchus Textile Exidams Threisn M4 Btar WOr Valamita Hon Mine and others with odds shown. Today's forecast notes fire risk and clearing showers in the extreme southwest with fresh southwest to southeast winds along with outer regions.
A local market meeting is set for Turaday in Nabawa along Us27 at 3 pm. Organizers invite participants to discuss market activities and community updates.
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