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Newspaper
Geelong Advertiser
Location
Geelong, Victoria, Australia
Date
Dec 18, 1925
Page
6
Industrial situation notes Britain seek to absorb fuel and electricity demands amid wage pressures. London and surrounding areas report concerts, meetings, and civic activities including charity suppers, a street market, and trader association displays.
A pared down program lists The Bilent Ad ame end Those Who Elam and Abe Veet La de Vere at the Parisian beauty af tline Theatre with showings of Phe Ale Hawk The Man Withgul Comegleace and other acts.
Melbourne court quashes key sections of Geelong city By-law 3 after Justice Cunnes rules the By-law invalid in parts. The ruling affects bus licensing and transport rules set by the council, with implications for hackney carriage operations and mandatory permits.
A minister proposes a teachers bill aiming to improve primary and secondary education. The plan would split clarification duties, with separate roles for primary and secondary teachers, potentially affecting pay and representation on the Education Board.
The notice lists donors including Miss Deshioar and Mrs. Poynsten among contributions to St Vincent's Hospital appeal. Names such as Mr. Conway Miss Turner and Fr Conlon appear, with references to North Geelong gas campaign workers and several employes. Collections per Mis C Goner are noted, totaling modest sums toward the appeal.
Melbourne session hears debate on amendments to the Soldier Settlement bill. Ministers face questions on land valuation and payments, with amendments to extend settlement terms and adjust charges. Premier and opposition clash over cost sharing and Commonwealth role as government presses for passage amid cheers.
A report outlines changes at the Council of the Feeling Uhueoh of Eng, naming new chief clerk Tart Teaneck of the Custorea Peoprtinert and noting appointments to cabinet positions. It covers university exam results, law examinations, and personnel movements, including a role as watchhouse keeper and police assignments.
Sir Honey Barwell resigns and a new appointment is discussed in Adelaide Parliament. The fragment mentions crimes, a vote, and ongoing arrangements with parties and officials in what appears to be a political shakeup. The readable text is sparse and lacks clear dates or names beyond Barwell.
The Aiaté Calumet plans to start its operation on January 4 under state awards. The move aims to bring the operation into effect after a period of preparation and regulatory approval.
A crowded Geelong College event featured Lord and Lady Stonehaven as guests for school speech days and prize presentations. The program included performances by students, theater groups, and acknowledgments of staff and family attendees, with emphasis on achievements in academics and the arts.
The Geelong College Council welcomed a visiting party led by chairman Mr Calvert and senior staff. Officials praised the college’s growth over thirty years and discussed future cooperation with Australian education authorities, highlighting investments, awards, and welfare programs for students.
Fragmentary OCR text describes locations around a Public Traffic Centre with bus stands and related area features. It includes references to streets, areas, and various unclear terms, suggesting a historical transit layout or public works note with many garbled phrases. The readable bits point to bus stands near a central traffic area and surrounding landmarks.
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