Geelong Harbor Trust Debate Draws Mixed Support
Readers react to Sir William McPherson remarks on the Geelong Harbor Trust with some supporting the Acting Premier’s critique while others defend the Trust’s actions. Letters discuss the Trust’s management since its inception around 2006, port development, and funding, noting delays, warrants, and ongoing works at the port and whistle-blower concerns.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
William McPherson
Gerlot Herbor Trust
Theatiel
Mrr
Nell Gampbell
Geelong
Whiel Hng
Victoria
Barwon
Reneon
Thos Bent
Council of Churches Reject Raffles For Hospital Fund
A Geelong Churches Council meeting reports unanimous disapproval of raffles to raise funds for hospital needs. The document notes Protestant denominations represented, the Roman Catholic Church not present, and calls for open cooperation to support hospital expenses without relying on raffles. Details discuss wage costs, charitable fundraising practices, and employee pay implications.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Geelong Cowell
Tormarde
Council of
Amd
Fln
Ovary Hall
Cathal Cheech
Waterloo Cup winner to receive £1000
The Water loo Cup affair follows heated debate within the National Coursing Club over retaining Victoria Club influence. Werribee Coursing Club opened their meeting with details of the Waterloo Plate and Cup, including substantial added prizes and a promised strong field of dogs and handlers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Statien
Thes
Wiererim Ronvinca
Nateonal
Serpuce
Crake
Victorua
Wa Dog Stake
Victoria Clu
Waterlon
Geelong sewerage plan sparks council clash debate
A public health plan for a sewerage system in Geelong prompts a heated session with City Council figures including Alder and the Health Commission. Key figures Fox Wilson and Ted push for a sealed double pipe installation while opponents cite past promises and costs. The meeting ends with the commission dismissing the issue as unresolved.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Henlomg Day Council
Empeisine
Alder
Alerk Moe
Walter
Fb Wilson
Cornanyisaien
Gielong
Eosieeen Hyeelnansies
Giomime Thisyary
Saguermer
Sterth Gewlange
Ueyseniligmre
el Steysias
Caneel
Mr Walaa
Gosdong
Crmman
Ceelong
Stepa
Wilken
Heart Commission
Local Geelong man dies after on site incident
A Geelong resident died at night following a mishap at Cobden site work. The deceased, identified as Mr Ho Writ, was reportedly attending to a task when injuries led to his demise. Initial medical treatment was attempted, but he succumbed to loss of blood and injuries. Further inquiries and examinations are pending by authorities and corporate representatives.
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Geelong
Lade
Melbourne
Lerner
Clemons
Bowth Yarra
Hong Kong
Wheat Growera' Corporation
Cobden
Hey Foot
Biltester
Wood Silvester
Swanston Street
Heals
Veelong
Tnetitate of Accountants
Glenleith Avenue
Mir A. Dlongliss
Peuter
Vancouver
Baron Ayliner
Lili Elie
Kotmorta
McPonsell
Speevie
War Services
Web Mae Greta
Fermi
Aretradia
Eptiicn
Roman
Weibel Warhimu
Phettwin
Son Cheter
Gayrern- UC Et En Eerer Hemetetharten. Pisin Tee Prenibwers
Funey
Terri
Vie Teoibers
Datenestune Horton Asal
Evlobmed
War Wiens Ae Ohaaes
Len
Ieee
Vie Feneetins
Westel Ow
Li Lertuney
Vipbarienes
FNS Teodor
WOLLOMAI WRECK CREW RESCUED AT SEA
Acting Public Works Minister Pennington reports via Engineers Chain of Ports and Harbors on Apollo Bay Rescue. Apollo Bay Rocket Corps under Irving towed eight men and a woman from the brigantine Well, wrecked near Henry Reef in Founta Bay. A flood in the Yarrum River destroyed a bridge, forcing survivors to wade five miles.
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Pennington
Hin
Engineers
Apollo
Apollo Bay Hocket Corps
Irving
Founta Bay
Poor Henry Reef
Apollo Bay
Aew
Yarrum
Keesem
Lam
Neila
Bigantine
Burnie
Adelaide
Fire roars through George Street buildings in Sydney
Fire damage estimated at 15000 pounds in Sydney as blaze gutted three George Street structures. Firemen gained control after efforts by crews. building owned by Marcus Clarke and Co. and affiliated firms. The exact extent and cause remain under inquiry.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sydney
George Street
Marcus Clarke and Co
Motor and Co
Mau
Federal Politics Labor Disclosures and Rival Party Talks
A session on federal politics discusses labor disclosures and rival party meetings. Key figures named include Bruce, Natalie, and Flynn as parliamentary talks focus on governance, referendum references, and proposed policy shifts affecting northern and eastern regions. The report notes delays in parliamentary processes and potential amendments shaping national governance.
Cabinet Discusses Reparations Response in Wartime Britain
London Times correspondent reports Cabinet considered reparations replies to Germany. British mood leans toward a firm allied message, but pace and terms await fuller discussion. Paris and Berlin moves add tension as French authorities impose curbs and fear spreads in the capital.
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Gritigh
London “Times
Losdon
London Times
Jongehy
Gortian
Howes of Lords
Berlin
Britain
Bedouin Brigands Ambush Near Syrian Frontier
Reported Sunday ambush near the Syrian border involved Bedouin brigands rearming after targeting the High Commissioner Samuel. The attack left one or more killed and two wounded. Authorities suspect Bedouin guards, with heightened anxiety over Banmael and potential motives tied to escort duties.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Shuma Be
Samuel
Banmael
Debating Budget Sees Debt Sinking Fund Adopted
In the House of Commons a resolution establishing a debt sinking fund was adopted. It provides £40,000,000 for the current year, £45,000,000 for next year, and £269,000,000 annually thereafter guarded by budget provisions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Teuter Londos
Howe of Commons
Liquor on Ships Controversy Baffles Officials
The New York Times reports U S authorities debate liquor perimeters aboard ships with French and Italian involvement. Government cautions on shipments, underscoring ongoing restrictions and enforcement discussions.
Australian Athletes Another Success at Fakirstuna Meet
Australian athletes achieved notable results at the Fakirstuna meet in Sweden. Event highlights include Eoodoh! winning the 40 metres, Wo FO MacMhl lan Wied placing fourth in another sprint, and Frike securing a second place in a separate event. Crowd attendance was high at the competition.
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Cnitea
Joti
Fakirstuna
Sweden
Nsw
Ong Vars
Vie
Eoodoh
Ho Haa
Frike
Boy Sentenced to Death in Criminal Case Today
Fragmentary OCR reads that a male youth was sentenced to death in a criminal case today. The brief mentions a defendant linked to a vase theft and a public execution context, but lacks clear names, dates, or locations due to garbled text.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Harold Sigeworth
Meres
Destructive Flood Devastates Kansas City Area
A catastrophic flood washes through streets, destroying homes and businesses. Officials report thousands displaced and extensive damage to infrastructure while rescue operations continue amid rising water and evacuations.
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Geelong Harbor Trust
Bip
Blarker Trust
Dop
Wilton
Simeo
Soprane
Port Coed
Wilson
North Geelone
Pete
Harbor Trust
Geelong Pambo Club
Cronwick
Tee Wick
Newsown Tod Chilwell
Elhi
JL Anderson
Aarge
Patt Teelys
AL Paverma
Kav
Ainslie Yates
CAMS
Witman
Chet
Dranotide
Mra
Hddlecombe
Fals
Rediverne Bastilea
Rhedishemt
Button
Wardinia Park
Tate
Eeme
Mit
Pew Oval
Sddiars
Regent Theatre
Geelong Theatra
His Majesty'’s Theatra
Wesminster
West Park
Buster
EA Blaing
Charekos
Gale Bayette
Otesantie Roy
Wen
Willy
Lange
Piers Privinl
Renee
Follwi
Werribee
Conrang
W A. Reid
W. Jennings
Carhinn
Broad
Hruce
Wood
A. J. Murphy
Webber
the Cyphe
Mr. Moors
Erastot
Harry
R. Kellam
Harrison
M. Murray
Greenock
L. Jack
W. A. Reid
Bonnie Joan
D. Ryan
Mra. Solomon
Dan
Rusell
Anderson
Clarke
G. W. Grant
FE. Taylor
A.W. B
Austin
Lurand Dodd
A.J. Murphy
C. Bennett
Ronni
Ronni Wats Wantol beat ieter Burte =: were Balls Hewiteon
Aera Foughan
Lilian
MJ Addicott
Bon Dickens
Mrs. Solomon
King Dan
Carbine
Eehbo
Volum Scott
Unie
King Dan Bent
Terligs
Health Board Enlightened
Wollomai Wreck
Rocket Corps
LABOR
Bruce
Selhovine
Jin
Ate
Uhrenortien
Natalie
Courtoy
Deereoy
Dolddormitens
Chumracien
Hnuhes
Mie Bratton
Siepan
Csthe Flynn
Mir Marks
Neuwnueliet
Barty Tibet
Ab Statin Vt
Tye
Elie
Messer Radian
CORIO
Cho Jong
Gielen
Germany
Pelge
Rte Tat
Beard
Tring
Gemmenioh
Aix In Chapelle
Tonges
Lausanne
Haaser
Esmet
Crew
Meurer
Wasiington
United State
New York Times
Boy
Kansas City
Gilleay
Alaeim
Theworth
FR & H'S
Caatieka
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