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Newspaper
Geraldton Guardian
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Sep 28, 1920
Page
2
The advertisement outlines a time limited sale of dressmaking and millinery items. It highlights plain and floral crepe de chine chimes, a broad range of gowns and suits for brides, and new lines for Mrs with affordable prices, urging patrons to select early.
Hardwicke and Co. Chas recall a family mother who passed on September 27, 2918. The poem expresses the ache of parting, the gentle spirit guiding loved ones home, and gratitude for the angels and God who comfort the loss. Alice, William, and others are named in the family farewell tribute.
The Geraldton event featured a trotting display led by Cold Queen and Gala Queen with involvement from Ma Writon and Davie Green. Organizers discuss expanding trotting exhibitions in Australia, noting hundreds of craft ventures and significant capital tied to horse events and racing prospects.
An accident marred the Geraldson Show as a sulky overturn hurled the vehicle causing damage to the turnout. Local figures Nat Bartlett and Nat Hustlett figure in the report with officials noting a humbling sequence and community sympathy extended to affected families.
Aur Rose Jackson faced a creditors’ petition detailing long farm work, wages due, and a complex property history. The examination covered drought losses, mortgage payments, and family involvement while she maintained earnings from wheat and agency work. The case adjourned with her assets under scrutiny.
Fragmentary report notes uncomfortable vans with seating along sides and jams as travelers endure a bong journey. It mentions reworked vans and return visitors from the previous day, with the train crowd increasing and tacks in the jolting vans. Some travelers managed to enter carriages for rest.
The Australian Country Party pressed the Prime Minister for government guidance on embargo policies, tariff reform, income taxation simplification, per capita payments, migration, and postal services. Prime Minister Hughes promised fair consideration but warned against new export embargoes while aiming to simplify tax forms and coordinate with states on unified income and land taxes.
A brief notice describes Mr W Mundle seriously ill with pneumonia and in poor condition since Sunday evening. It notes a reception in Marth attended by the Governor-elect Land Forster accompanied by Lady Poesten.
In mild weather a fair crowd attended the first meeting of the year at Gerabiton racecourse. Scratches reduced fields, with Barlowerie winning the Show Handicap and Nundu Boy taking the Farewell Handicap as Myarray and Mooletar put in notable bids. Yathells led the Unikaren Hack Race to victory by a length, while Double Cubs and Barlowerie posted other strong showings. The Ladies Bracelet sparked a close finish between Dooreen Park and Mooletar. The annual Ferenjori agricultural show is planned for next Friday with several Ferjikiton businesses likely to participate.
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