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Newspaper
Geraldton Guardian
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Sep 11, 1924
Page
3
Lonnon September 1 reports The Ooly Giscolt ridden by Prowk Mullows fell at Descaster. The Anaratian jockey was badly deuisal and will be unable to ride Cape Hory in tomorrow's Leger.
A garbled London dispatch cites Sir Richard Grenfell, a bank director, discussing England's possible large loan to Russia and condemning Communist propaganda. The fragment hints at political debate over funding and influence without clear details.
Aerial and ground reports describe heavy rain complicating operations on the main front. The special correspondent notes Marshal Chi-towh Yuan pushing to break through at Hwang-Ta where larger Kinngea forces concentrate, with reinforcements continually dispatched.
The coroner ruled Albert Josban killed Peggy Meecer, citing a letter accusing him of aiding suicide while Joshan faced a court challenge over alleged coercion. The diary allegedly shows the pair together from June to August with theatres and golf. The letter may be an invention, but sensational claims remain under review as officials consider the broader implications.
Kivelyn White, a lecturer, faced an inquest into the death of Hulon Nind, who was subpoenaed. The inquiry revealed Catind ail poisoned herself with carbolic meat in a local hotel. Evelyn White had been to another room and was with Miss A.
In a speech near Wales Lloyd George denounced the treaty as a violation and warned of anarchy. He criticized government conduct and warned a country appeal over the treaty would lead to unparalleled defeat.
Geraldton Council heard a June forecast showing the town’s water reservoir, holding 28 million gallons of a 105 million gallon capacity, could run dry by January unless immediate restrictions are imposed. Ministerial adviser Mr. Young noted drought-like conditions since 1923 and urged measures such as curbing garden irrigation.
Reported wires from Brigham indicate the Commonwealth Government is aware of the Mawson expedition survivors and is ready to cooperate if needed. Officials note the main expedition remains near the wreck site with a larger party preparing a cautious embankment to assist, while communications delay details.
Two young inmates under twenty attempt to escape from Rottnest Island near Perth after being seen leaving the settlement at 7 pm. Police are out in force and searching the area for the two men who are believed to be together and still at large on the island.
A fragment indicates Mr. W M Hughes criticized the Federal Government for paying £412 to Britain for enemy ships captured in Australia during the war. Mr Bruce suggested payment, while the British Government sought funds. The note claims ships were Australia’s and payment should be between Australia and Germany.
Supreme Court Western Australia bankruptcy notice lists Arthur Machaslane a Borakt ton shopkeeper as debtor. Court dated September 9 details proceedings under the Bankruptcy Act with trustees appointed.
Receptances listed for Saturdays Goodwood meeting across divisions. Beaten by diverse prices are Harilen Gold Digger Liz Deel Court and many others plus second division runners Buensaco Ranright Rampaway Beafort Mount Salina Muri sl's Hope Shep Jolly Hood Venation King Sindaline Turin Carawa Buens Bay Over There Ayriove Godesin Pappyland Outlook Flurillo Wolli Lock Vie Marea Manpeoa Trin Stakes Welter Handicap with starting times from 1.45 to 5.15.
From Sydney on September 1 a compact notes section lists hurdle results and welter results with horses named Nanly Boy Hilemt Tom High Wall and Earl Howard Petruchio Ambuscade and Mount Cony racing at Goodwood Purse and Epsom trials. The text resembles clipped racing telegraph style with truncated names and placements.
Geraldton September 25 1924 at 215 p.m. to receive and audit profits for half year ending July 1 1924, elect two directors C Nelson J Kendries and elect auditor P W Stadden, and transact other business per notice. Secretary R Tindal signs.
Notice for East Chapums Hall meeting at 4 pm on September 4 to form a committee for the Victoria District Turf Club. PW Evans leads the event, with net proceeds to an appeal. Races include Flying Handicap 15 pounds and Six Furlong events, with nominations and weights listed, closing October 1.
Nabawa Markets Pty Limited announces a sale at Nabwan Yard on Wednesday. Readable items include 150 weights of fats and chory, 140 weights of full wool, 100 ewes, and 60 mixed sheep. Agent Chas Whitehurst of Nabewn, for Dalgety & Co Limited, Galwayton.
D.A. L. Gety and Company received instructions from Messrs Drage to offer for sale by public auction at Northampton Sale Yards on Monday September 13 24 at 2 pm. Sale includes items specified in the notice and is conducted by the auctioneers.
LDER SMITH & O, LIMITED offer by Auction at the above Centre on Tuesday the 16th September 1924 at 2 p m 2400 Sheep 2400 250 Pat Wethers shoes ae TORWARD WETHER 36 Merino boe sors with cent lambs 200 EWES ced WETHERS 450 Ew en and Wethers ix wool 100 Ewes with 69 per cent lambs. Cattle Further Entries invited with Geraldton of Perth. Wednesday September 17 Att pom from Geraldton st S45 cameraing of Bale. rea toe beet Beans stocked Pasties ommniting osttone ee Geraldton QP Tee Gatette atwage frees met Hotel to Harbour ap lenth bathing amd oven view.
Notice invites claims to the assigned estate of A. E. Blight of Geraldton including shop fittings, timber counters, and glass cases, with bids to 12 noon September 7, 1924. Creditor claims against Ernest William Ive of Geraldton, deceased, must be lodged with the Curator of Estates no later than October 26, 1924, Melbourne, or be barred from distribution.
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