Death notices from Perth and South Australia
Death notice lists Mrs Sumner of Perth Mrs Rantzan of Fremantle and sisters of Private William Herbert Albert Edward George and Robert Roberta of South Australia. Patient sufferer at rest.
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Geraldton
Sumner
Perth
Rantzan
Fremantle
Willam
Herbert
Albert
Edward
George
Robert Roberta
South Australia
Reat
In Memoriam Riley Frank Died in France on 23 August
In loving memory of my dear step son Frank who died of wounds in France on 23 August 1916. A better son could never be his duty nobly done.
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Riley
Frank
France
Allied Offensives Rise With Tank Use On Western Front
The Western Front reports bolster Allied advances as British and French gunners excel. A new British weapon, the tank, enters action aiding breakthroughs against machine gun defenses. Italian and Balkan actions continue, with Romanians pressuring Austria Hungary and Serbia gradually being eked back from Austro Bulgarian control.
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Western Front
Sean
Funeral for J C Thomson Draws Large Crowds
Funeral arrangements for the late Mr John Thomson were carried out by Mr Geo Lester. A large cortege followed the hearse as the polished jarrah casket was interred, with numerous floral tributes listed from family and friends. The previous day the commandant toured local beaches and the Rifle Range, accompanied by Captain Duffy.
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Colonel Courtney
Duffy
J. C. Thomson
John
Geo. Lester
A. Silcock
Prendergast
Se Tet Gene Pa
Clinch
Amily
J. Jones
Red rust hits Yandilla wheat and Peak Hill ore yields noted
The report mentions red rust affecting Yandilla King wheat this year, worrying farmers about returns. It also records Good Peak Hill Yield with 57 tons of ore from Independent Lease at Peak Hill treated at Havel battery for 182 uts 18 dwts. A Sageka Day program is planned for October 13 with community support requested. The State School inspector commends Mr J Carson’s teaching.
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Peak Hill
Jesska Newa
Government closes meat stalls found unprofitable
The Labour Government reveals meat stalls under its scheme are losing money. Subiaco and Midland Junction stalls will shut while officials review remaining locations. The minister says private enterprise remains the default, with action only if monopolies harm the public.
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H. B. Cvenson
Weasey
Subiaco
Midland Junction
Homstreee Har
YMCA Appeal Urges Immediate Subscriptions in Geraldton
Local secretary Mr Herman reports a wire from Sir Walter James urging YMCA appeals close by the 23rd. The Citizens' Committee directs urgency as 2 wires remain with many responses still due. A list of to date subscriptions shows donors and sums including Wansbrough 4s, Mrs. Herbert 6d, Mrs. Lewis Anon 3s, Bennett 3s 6d, and others totaling notable contributions.
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Herman
Walter James
Citizens’ Committee
YMCA
Geraldton
Wansbrough
Mater
Mr Pert
Herbert
Lewis Anon
Bennett
Beli Cis
G Hasten Us
Sue Cell
Stoney
P Nesbitt
A Nesbitt
E A
H F Finnerty
Oxenham
Barstowe
Bandwel
McDaniels
Emi
Benda
Len Weeks
Geraldton Flower Show Ends With Praise And Prize List
A. T. Hardwicke presided in Rev. J. G. Jenkin’s absence as Mayoress receives a flowers bouquet. Tea, evening program, and children’s competitions followed. Secretarial duties were by H. L. Grover. The show awarded numerous cups and prizes to multiple exhibitors including A. T. Davies, Rev J. G. Jenkin, Miss Miller, Mrs H. V. Eaton, Iris Davies, Gwen Stokes, Rev J. G. Jenkin, Mrs Roberts, Mrs Crothers, Miss Anderson, and Gwen Bartlett among others.
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A. T. Hardwicke
J. G. Jenkin
J. Johnston
Sylvia Nelson
H. L. Grover
A. T. Dav
Miss Miller
Hl. V. Eaton
H. V. Eaton
Gwen Stokes
Iris Davies
Mrs Roberts
G. Jenkin
Crothers
Jenkin
Mouritz
H.c
Miss By Anderson
Miss Bandy
Wilson
Anderson
Night Watchman Patrols Through Rain in Silent Town
An old night-watchman strides a damp deserted street as midnight tolls. The scene unfolds under an ice cold shower with steady steps and a worn heart amid the damp lanes.
Ant conscription amendment defeated in House
Melbourne report says the Military Service Hall amendment failed 46 to 12 in the House of Representatives. The vote occurred today with the measure facing opposition from several members and supporters arguing against conscription changes.
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Melbourne
House of Representatives
Helena Vale Meeting Acceptances for West Australia
Perth September 21 Helena Vale accepts for Saturday races: Midland Hurdle about two miles with Ravel and Renounce among top entries. Junction Handicap features Minevermo and Finitus among others. Hunters Handicap six furlongs lists Chilamum and Vanda among contenders. Blackboy Welter and other events fill the card with times shown for hurdles and trials.
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Perth
Helena Vale
Ravel
Renounce
Newmarramed
Sicarra
G'den Deer
Darawa
Finitus
Neato
West Pak
Chilamum
Vanda
Bunderrie
Lycosa
Penascola
Revose
Ml Crown
O.K
BayGum
Flavus
Ayrton
Maniata
Kroo Boy
Son of Mural Rese
Tobacco for the Troops Supplying Local Loco Employees
Mr A Wigh Loc o delivers tobacco to troops as Northern Loco employees report undeceived by the Fuad exchange.
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A. Wigh
Loco
Northern
Fuad
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Plickig
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Elite Supply Co
the Ladies’ Drapers
Telephone
Scraldton
Nagdinn
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E. C. Clark
Geraldton Show Ground
Ger- Geraldton
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Geraldton Flower Show
Miss Anderson
Gwen Bartlett
Federal Affairs
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