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Newspaper
Geraldton Guardian
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Sep 30, 1919
Page
2
In memory of Jaman Clarke born September 188? and others in loving tributes by daughters and sons. Memorial lines from Sam, Will, and other family members mention September dates, graves, and ongoing grief. Names appear as Clarke and Slane in a collage of memorial fragments with scattered dates and places.
In a fragmentary item a long associated figure within a regional trade circle is mentioned alongside a well known retailer and billiard supplier. The text references patronage and a local industry network with names including a Mr Varne and others tied to a general store or distribution hub.
A partial, garbled report describes a crash or pursuit involving a child and a vehicle. The text mentions a bailater or driver, a homeless person, and injuries, but lacks coherent details, names, dates, or locations to identify the event clearly.
The Greenough show raised over £275 in prize money with bullock, sheep and carcases weighing 102 to 106 pounds, purchased by Messrs Cream and Co. A draw awarded the Tattersall prize to Mr Lauder. Reduced prices are announced by Cream, Welter, and H Pickett & Co for cash buyers.
An odd notice reports a family gathering at 37 Transfers residence last week. The conto of Sune Calting is noted as a potential mate for Brickbey, with ties to Geraldou and Parenna. The event marked a rare reunion after many years.
A bustling district catalog highlights The Agricultural Show and Oswell's Drapery Show with wide offerings from clothing to household textiles. The notice lists quilts, towels, shirts, underwear, hats, and children’s wear among many items, advertising low prices and broad stock to attract shoppers.
Geraldton leaders and MLAs press Premier James Mitchell and officials on urgent public facilities. They seek government-backed water supply, land and harbour improvements, including a proposed breakwater and options to relocate cargo and expand West Coast trade, amid debates over project feasibility and past contracts.
A Friday night meeting in Norcia drew delegates including A.W.A Booms and Mr G Rayon of the Gerakitoe Di Tie, and Mesun McLonnell and others from Lalor, with organizers and managers from local co operatives in attendance. Speakers noted about 70 cooperative societies in Urentne and shared experiences with cooperative stores, stressing supply advantages and historical frictions, while outlining regional movement growth and challenges.
Fragmented report covers multiple competitions and local figures, mentioning Mr family, Byencowe, Girdle, and Gheeche with scattered names and hints of prizes. It also notes preparing rifles for Perth shipment and references Peace Lom residents Connaught Wittenoun and Geait with large sums. The passage is garbled and reads as a rough transcription with many errors.
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