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Newspaper
Geelong Advertiser
Location
Geelong, Victoria, Australia
Date
Jun 27, 1927
Page
6
Fragmentary OCR text indicates a dated notice segment mentioning fire and figures, with unclear names or dates. The readable parts suggest a local incident report or official record listing counts and outcomes without full context.
Fragmentary OCR text yields no clear names places or events. The readable bits mention water, bats, Bud and fad, with uncertain context and no distinct action or outcome to anchor a concise news item.
The June report from Melbourne discusses a government inquiry into migration and job training for workers at Laker City. Officials argue the motive behind attracting Australian workers and the need to balance unemployment with training programs while denying responsibility for the slump.
A historic weigh-in recounts Melbourne era rivals as Percy Watt defeats Kelly in a Quretis showdown while Kneeborn and Crotty shine in weight events. The piece highlights Crotty’s multi event prowess and the era’s sporting spirit amid shifting venues and rivalries.
A local church marked a school anniversary with services in the morning and afternoon led by Pastor Koby Cunningham and Mr Cunningham. The people gathered as the scholars choir, about 15 voices, sang for a day of worship and school activities in the hall.
A hard fought match at Corls Oval saw Geelong and Fitzroy battle evenly before Geelong edged ahead to win by a slim margin. Post game, umpires announced charges against three players from Fitzroy and Geelong with a tribunal hearing to follow.
The Minister of Labor proposed unifying the hospital attendants board to cover all Victoria regions. Current boards for Melbourne metropolitan areas and outer districts would be dissolved, with a single board setting employment terms for hospital attendants across the state. The move aims at economy and uniform rules.
Maria Williams aged seven living at Brighton Street Boyd Yarra was struck by a motor car on Church Street Richmond. She died from head injuries at Melbourne Hospital.
In Sydney on June 26 the two New South Wales Labor factions remain divided as Mr Beale's executive rejects involvement in a conference to be held today. Mr Charlton, leader of the Federal Labor Party, continues negotiations to secure peace, following a long interview with the Prime Minister.
June 7 report from Sydney states a new basic wage will be declared today. Officials anticipate adult males will receive higher pay while multiple female workers may see adjustments as well, with the measure targeting broader wage equity.
A Geelong West benefit at the town hall supported the Geelong West memorial fund. The event featured performances by the Geelong West Male Harmonists and guest artists, with Mayor C G Newberry in attendance and thanks extended to Mr W S Sampsson for organizing. Funds from tickets and donations were to be allocated to the local memorial.
Australian press reports say Samoan natives have risen against the New Zealand administration in western Samoa. Administrator Richardson has left for a high chief and threatens to deport continued citizens' committee. Britain urged to intervene.
At a June 24 meeting in London officials from Australia and South Wales discuss educational control and central authority. The debate centers on standardization versus local autonomy, with figures like Mr. Smith opposing centralized management and praising state led schools.
report of the first meeting of the National Safety Council with attendees and the agenda at Queen Street venue. Megan expressed inability to attend. movement leaders discussed objectives and anticipated actions.
A long expositional account describes a visiting ex-moderator at St. Davids Newtown. The narrative emphasizes religious instruction, visions of God, and moral exhortations to families and children. The text blends sermon-like reflections with scattered commentary on faith, memory, and church leadership.
A garbled Irish political item reports De Valera and Sinn Fein Republicans refused to take an oath to the Crown and issued a manifesto accusing Deputies of disloyalty for declining to swear allegiance to a foreign king, amid accusations of treachery and political theater.
The notice outlines plans for the July 6 opening of Parliament with a new member for Errsendon taking seat and the Legislative Assembly meeting to elect the speaker. A Lak er Party meeting is scheduled for Wednesday to discuss coalition support amid questions about Father Fatty Bertie Aya.
The minister weighs actions by overlapping wages boards amid a dispute over hotel and club staff pay. He considers consolidating boards to fix rates and address intoxication related concerns, with hotel proprietors and connected venues under review.
Damaged OCR text references an incident with windows, mentions names like Richart and Peters, and notes efforts to prevent harm. The fragmentary lines imply a concern for safety and possible medical or protective actions, without clear dates or locations.
The government house in the state faces calls to recover funds and property linked to past administrations. Officials argue over ownership and the proper use of assets tied to the governor and the home, while lawmakers press for accountability and lawful restitution.
A 20 year old Greek girl reported being assaulted in Melbourne during the early hours after leaving a shop on Piercy Street. She described three men kicking her, with one being restrained by a passerby. She was taken to Melbourne Hospital for treatment. Police are investigating and identifying suspects.
The Darlinghurst tragedy victim Sir Onea Normen Bruhn was buried at Rockwood today with a noticeable underworld presence at the funeral. Police interviews with youths claimed to have witnessed slashing with razors, but the widow refused to provide information to the police.
June 4 report details a failed arson attempt at Waterloo Public School thwarted by quick firemen response. Four separate outbreaks were found with warnings of hooks and papers scattered. No injuries reported. investigation to follow.
A fragmented text discusses a practical joke in Paris and its public reaction. It references authorities evaluating the incident and mentions debates over refinement and diversity in governance and environmental policy.
A garbled passage mixes stray words about hair, fuel, and a toy misalignment with phrases on people, places, and actions. The readable content is scattered, offering no clear event or identifiable subjects to report.
A scrambled OCR passage from a Wimbledon tennis item includes garbled words and stray phrases. It references England, lines, and various disjointed terms with no coherent match to match results or clear facts.
Mr Baddeley spoke in London on migration, addressing figures from South Wales and New South Wales. He indicated a need to prove the value of various schemes and discussed prospects of miners moving to America and Australia, with a planned trip to the United States and an upcoming meeting in the near term.
Fragmentary notice reports J. T. Walker, heir to Bib tie outlay, killed in a vehicle crash near Pottsville. The heir to the mill estate, age 24, was riding with a family party when the accident occurred. Local authorities await further details.
Fragmentary report describes a football player from Port Melbourne injured during a Saturday night incident. The account mentions head injuries and the involvement of a Bou team, but details on the exact event, cause, or outcome are unclear in the OCR text.
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