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Newspaper
Geraldton Guardian
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Sep 03, 1912
Page
2
A brief note describes Nicholson & Morrow's Union TM American bag holders. The item presents a product line aimed at luggage or travel gear, highlighting the Union brand and patent design. It captures a period consumer goods tone with emphasis on practicality and brand recognition.
Fragmentary OCR notes reference ships and voyages among Geraldton Fremantle North West Ports and Singapore with Captains and dates. Mentions include Prom Geraldton for Fremantle and multiple vessel names such as GORGON and 32 CHARON with uncertain details.
Local notes discuss Geraldton city band facing financial strain with assets around £700 and a bank overdraft of £300. Members seek liability relief and public support to revive the band, add new players, and fund concert series, emphasizing preservation of urban cultural attractions.
Local items include store sheep sale notice from Dalgety and Co. Geraldton, a police court caution for a 19 year old drunk at the railway jetty, a nurse scheme meeting, agency resignation and Geraldton imports and exports figures, a Coliseum clearance advert, and upcoming exhibitions and quarter sessions.
A 1913 report notes a City Band meeting where a motion to sell the bandroom and land to clear bank overdraft was defeated. It expresses hope that financial difficulties troubling the band will be removed and that public support may revive band activities and continuation.
A disastrous fire caused extensive damage with estimated losses between 30,000 and 40,008 pounds. Details are unclear as fragments describe a chaotic scene and personal impact, including mentions of a hen and a transport event, with uncertain timing and names missing.
The ad from A. Wann and J. E. Gray touts spring displays with elaborate costumes. It highlights skirts, blouses, coats, and accessories, claiming unprecedented style and value in a bold promotional note.
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