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Newspaper
Geraldton Guardian
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Sep 19, 1912
Page
2
Frenchste to North West Ports Java and Singapore. Fries ceremonies for Fremantle. Farco with Capt. Richardson on Prom Geraldtas for North West ports and Singapore. Minderoo with Capt. Mills on Friday not calling Java. Pa Hod with Capt. Richardson on the 20th.
Arrival on Thursday shows Al Nam and Parco from Singapore via West ports with 0 tons cargo and Captain Richard aboard. Departure lists Parco bound to Premam Ue with passengers noted. names Grits, Bar ey, Dowging, Sem ont appear in the roster.
Fremantle to Geraldton and Singapore notes show Minders and Gorgon vessels sailing on September 3rd and 10th. Pufoo departs Fremantle for Geraldton and northwest ports including Java and Singapore on September 29th.
The article notes the opening of the first link of the Trans Australian railway on September 19 1313 marking a pivotal step in Australian unity. It argues the railway will boost defense, commerce and settlement by connecting East and West across the continent, reducing sea travel time and easing cross-continental trade. It compares Australia with Canada’s railway-led development and emphasizes long-term regional growth across the Commonwealth.
The article envisions Australia’s east west railway as a vast national project linking states by a steel ribbon, foretelling four years of construction with broad benefits to the Commonwealth and a unifying national spirit across Australia. It notes forthcoming events around Northampton and Greenough shows, auctions, and local postings as communities engage with this era of progress.
Local notes report Lindsey Campbell Crawford killed in his camp after reading in bed with lamp and candle nearby. The tent caught fire previously when a lamp toppled. he was badly burned and died. Also covered: an alleged robbery with violence in Geraldton, a late-night purse theft of 2 pounds 15 shillings plus a railway ticket. and Geraldton Show preparations with exhibitor notices and the Tibadden Estate land sale advertisements near Geraldton.
In wet conditions at Mullewa on Wetuesday the hosts defeated the visiting team after a friendly match. Several visiting stars were absent. The scorecard lists MulLeWa players such as Oldham, Perejuan, Willcock, Deniglar, Warren, and Stokes among others with multiple dismissals by Thompson Cutler and Stokes.
Wounds in farm horses arise from stakes and tears, with dirt driving microbes deep into tissue. Cleanse with strong solutions, ensure drainage, keep large wounds open, and cover troublesome ones with antiseptics and cedar oil to prevent infection and complications like blood poisoning or lockjaw.
Article notes Agriculture and Science awakening to scientific chemists guiding soil fertility and animal nutrition, shifting from mere analysis of materials to addressing crop use and soil health. Mentions the Journal of the Royal Society of Arts and discusses fertilizer control as routine in modern agricultural practice. Weather notes report heavy gales delaying ships from Adelaide and flooding in the Goulburn River area.
A grand Bachelors' Bail was held in the Town Hall by the Bachelors of Geraldton and District. Guests wore elaborate gowns and jewelry as the hall featured greenery and flags, with a marquee supper and a five-piece orchestra. Mrs. Wylie wore an old-gold charmeuse dress. numerous attendees presented elegant crepe de chine and satin frocks with floral and beaded details, while the report notes the event’s decor and style.
A feature describes how Missouri hosts a growing federation of women farmers within a wide radius of the State Agricultural College at Columbia. It highlights examples in Wisconsin Indiana Texas and Oregon and notes the new organize at Potier’s winter goods opening the season.
Fine weather and a blockbuster attendance marked the Irwin District Agricultural Society show at Dongarra with many exhibits, stock late arrival delaying judging until after noon. Luncheon featured W B Mitchell and MPs and donors praised efforts as prime winners in draught stallions and mares were named, with full prize list to be published Saturday.
A letter from Nabawah dated Sept 17 1612. Reuben Fitzpatrick argues against altering the weekly half holiday to Saturday, noting farmers benefit from Friday market trains and warehouse access. He urges farmers to resist tradesmen seeking to use farmers as tools, and cites the alleged Northern Railway disruption article as misdirection. A London dispatch later reports a boxing match where Mehegan defeats Wells by referee disqualification amid controversy.
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