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Newspaper
Geelong Advertiser
Location
Geelong, Victoria, Australia
Date
Mar 25, 1925
Page
1
A reader named Motorist writes to the editor claiming the town has no copy of a gaming item and questions why a certain event will not occur Sunday at War Street and Larrol Tera, expressing tears and frustration.
Gray's great ev ory Wanderer of Warrigod shown at Regent this after noon. My Lady's Dine, Through a Glass Window, and other acts featured with a 7 o'clock start. Large audience attended Pets Theatre with matinee and evening shows. G West Town Ball features dance and music, with regulars and new acts. Public notices indicate schedules for Friday and Saturday events at multiple venues.
Cyril Gerson faced charges of driving an unregistered vehicle, reckless driving, and failing to provide assistance after an accident. Evidence showed a car brush between Gerson and another vehicle on Ballarat Road. Prosecution rested. defense followed. Charges were dismissed except for failing to have headlights registered, and Gerson was fined 10 shillings.
In the House of Commons Ramsay MacDonald attacked the government’s Singapore plan, arguing it would draw Britain into war and weaken the empire. He proposed an international court to resolve immigration issues with Japan and Australia. Bridgeman rebutted, saying the base would take over ten years to build and offered limited defense value. The vote on the estimates passed 280 to 128.
Melbourne March 24 Oscar Tasman Aston 37 wicker worker appeared before Mr Knight P.M. at City Court on a charge of unlawfully and maliciously wounding Near ben Alanis at Northcote on March 16. He was remanded to Northcote Court on April 7. Prosecution alleged the assault occurred during a dispute over work with a storming gang inviting the accused’s alleged wife. The case involved a savage attack and mutilation with a mirror or weapon in a home, the motive uncertain, adjourned for further remand.
Melbourne reports a fatal level crossing crash near Moorabbin station Monday night. Eight people including Clarence McDonnell and Edward Shacklock were killed and many more injured. Relatives mourn as police investigate with coroner to lead inquiry. railway staff relieved of duty amid safety reviews and departmental actions.
The Railway Commissioners formed a Bond of Inquiry to probe a derailment at Flinders Street yards on a Monday afternoon. Members include A W Eagth Gy ete, A L Abbott roadmaster, and Rheimer electrical running inspector. Preliminary reports say an empty Williamstory train derailed during track work, causing damage and travel disruption on Oakleigh and nearby lines.
Fragmented OCR listing multiple road and metal supply tenders in Geelong and surrounding districts. Names of contractors include J. Grace and W. Davie. Notable items include rail and travel repairs to local facilities and fridge components.
At the Bubic Works Committee meeting the council heard Inspector Hickinbothnan report on motor bus traffic regulations and street care, with objections raised to terminal zoning and bus routes. The debate covered parking, private plates, tram competition, and broader transit policy, ending with a motion to pursue a further report and possible council action.
Fragmentary text indicates a note about appointing a rugby coach for Australia but lacks readable names, dates, or organizations to confirm specifics. No concrete facts available to form a precise record.
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