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Newspaper
Geraldton Guardian
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Sep 04, 1926
Page
3
Reported crash near Bogaur en route to Crystal Palace involves Captain Levy and a woman later identified as Ammaht Keene. Five others survived with injuries and were hospitalized after the fuel tank exploded burning clothing and wreckage.
London September reports that in relation to coal sentive to the Miners Federation Conference the Executive Committee carried a majority vote about 33400 to 0 authorizing nationwide negotiations.
In New York City a reception at City Hall honored Australian figures led by Mayor J J Walker with guests including Claudé Mackay. The event highlighted ties between Australia and the United States as reported by The New York Times.
A fragmented telegraph tale describes a large gathering and farewell as the ship Cobham and its crew depart, racing toward a first stage with 450 miles to sail. The Minot overhaul and engine issues are noted, water raised after a climb, leading to a dramatic wartime journey back to England.
Detectives hunted for bio on the Yarm River banks as William Currey, 30, confessed to authorities that he killed his wife Margaret Curety, 3, whose throat was cut at their Arthurst home on Thursday. He claimed to have slept near the riverbank on Thursday night and was later charged with murder.
A missing person case in New South Wales continues as police search for Joan Smith believed abducted from Warerabee Station. A £500 reward offered by Ste W Smith aims to spur information leading to her safe return. Police urge anyone with details to come forward.
A Darwin disaster narrative recounts a party voyage ending in wreckage near Bathurst Inland. The group, led by Major Dudley, escaped in a dinghy and reached Holm after a windy voyage. A sourced elderly woman from the Greenowhromi area was later found missing, with police and locals launching a search to locate her near the burned scene.
The Governor General and wife arrived in Geraldton during their Australia tour, briefly inspecting the city and its harbour works before continuing to Perth. A large reception greeted them with local officials, crowds, and plans to develop mining and port facilities as part of Western Australia’s growth. Their Excellencies later resumed travel for a luncheon stop and a hoped-for five o'clock arrival in Perth.
Horse racing results from Perth Western Antiralis dated Sept 4. Events include six furlongs Goodwood Goodwood events with Romany Sage and Laochite among winners, and trials like Plying Weltee with Wonuvrup Laddie posting a win. Betting odds listed for several races.
The Kalgoorlie event reports several races at Hohaler this afternoon. Winners include Ivanhoe Handiesy in the Heron Div and Coral ie in the Ivanhoe Handicap, with Duct and Hermitage among runners. Betting odds favored the winner in multiple events amid a busy round of six furlongs and longer races.
Racing in South Australia reports Haoma securing victory in the Grand National Steeplechase at Adelaide. The field included Bud names such as Kilrouan and Pisteller among others, with prize money listed as £510.
A fragment from a Western Australian market page advertises a special cattle sale at Mingenew for Friday September 17 1955 featuring 100 bullocks and steers, cows and heifers with cattle walking to Meingenew. It includes stock route updates, transport details via Geraldton Express, and notes on freshness of stock from the Southern action. Also listed are additional drafts and auctions by Dalgety Company and others with specifics on forthcoming sales and transport arrangements.
Thursday night in the Parish Hall the Geraldton Tennis Club hosted country players and friends. Mrs Pena and Miss H Nelson drew applause for performances while Mr E Sewell spoke of civic reception absence, urging attendance at next year’s tournament. Mayoress presented trophies to winners in mens doubles, mixed doubles, and ladies singles with community leaders praised for organizing and hosting the event.
Melbourne racing notes list a victory for Heroic over Manfred in the Heatherite Handicap and broader revolt at a CATA meeting with betting figures and horse names like Memte Bézkes Banker and Davi Anerick.
Auction notices from THE BRICKHOUS E COMPANY and DALGETY & COMPANY detail sheep cattle and wool sales near Mulliewa Geraldton and Perth. Wethers and ewes of various ages offered with transport and rail arrangements to Mulikwa and Geraldton. Sales scheduled for September and early October with terms as usual and multiple centers listed.
In New South Wales Windbad beat Valicare with Byrney and Rept taking top placements. The AAC meeting saw Pat Chis aftersons in the Windbar event, Valicare finished behind with Rappal third. Betting details were listed for the event.
Rovers defeated Hailways on a rough Recreation Ground afternoon. They led to the first quarter, then were tied at halftime. Final score cited as Rovers 10.10 to a Railway side with unclear totals.
Removal notice issued to WEYTEALIAN FARMER LAMITED and The Farmers' Cooperative On relocation from Fremines in Durlacker Siret to a new premise at ELEANOWt Street. The Tecentry erected shows the premises under new address and property changes.
Notice that an application to the Industrial Award and Common Rule in Western Australia is filed by the Industrial Union of Workers Perth against Wislet Motors Limited and others. Objections must be lodged within ten days and the hearing date is set for August 2.
Presbyterian Church holds Sunday services at 1 pm and 7 30 pm with Sunday School at 3 pm. Women’s Guild misses Thursday 3 pm meeting. Choir practice Thursday evening. Holy Baptism at 3 pm and Evensong at 7 30 pm. Confirmation class Saturday at 7 pm. Wesley Church morning and evening services led by Mrs E Blencowe and Rev Milton R Maley. Holy Communion at close of service. Warley Sunday Show Anniversary set for September 22.
In a keen rugby style outcome the Thistles met Tamgers at the Hansa Top venue with a 3 1 scoreline before a larger crowd. The junior Napgers and Thistles also clashed in the Rove Bowl where after a four goal game and a replayless extra period the Tepult ended in a goalless draw. The replay is required. The referendum polling opened today with voters weighing UK constitutional reform proposals as steady streams filled Town Hall Suite School and nearby locations. the day saw weather effects and ongoing national strife with reports of a shipwreck toll and ships lost from a recent voyage.
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