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Newspaper
Geelong Advertiser
Location
Geelong, Victoria, Australia
Date
May 07, 1920
Page
3
A garbled OCR passage references various names and places with scattered phrases about shipping, trade, and award mentions. The text strings suggest a historical document or correspondence with fragmented notes on persons such as Bowie, Bowie style, and references to awards, ships, and dates, but the content is largely indecipherable.
A poll of woolgrowers on a proposed scheme shows 24 660 votes cast with 12 788 in favor and 6 420 against, a 74.88 percent approval. Regional counts include Victoria 7123 yes, New South Wales 3257 no, South Australia 4146 yes, West Australia 1941 yes, Queensland 126 yes, Tasmania 400 yes. The total reflects informal ballots and counting adjustments as bodies consider next steps.
Fragmentary text mentions workers, deportation, investigations, and a maritime or harbor area scene. It references authorities, a possible protest, and fear among labor groups. The material is highly garbled with many unreadable terms.
The National Department plans to curb coal shortages by directing suppliers to provide households with limited quantities within a 26 day window. Vendors must submit permits and follow new procedures as authorities monitor supply levels and enforce rationing across regions.
At a meeting the Geelong Society approved shifting this year’s Agricultural Show from the last week of October to the first week of November. The change aims to avoid clashes with the Shepparton Show, which has run for thirty years, and to keep both events viable. The secretary noted a rise in prize money and two extra days set aside for high jumping with prizes of £10 and £5.
Mr G M Donald resigns from the position of organiser for the National Federation in Gee Kong. The central executive in Melbourne regrets his inability to accept special thanks for his excellent work since May 1918. Wee Coughs and Colds advised.
A letter criticizes Geelong manufacturers for an upcoming exhibition of goods by Ivings Lascelles Ltd urging local support and noting entries and posters. It clarifies there is no entry charge and denies rumors about sale of exhibition items. Secretaries T G Moore and R F Keays respond with contact details.
London dispatch reports Polish forces making early gains in a push toward Ukraine and the Black Sea, but facing a hard road ahead. Warsaw warns officials must leave Poland by August under Versailles rights, amid strong German protest and Moscow reports of Red withdrawals and May Day celebrations.
A terse telegram from Moscow reports Bolshevik leaders confident as rebellion efforts unfold. The dispatch notes Poland's advance and alarms Lithuania Latvia and Finland, with Russia redeploying forces in the ceded provinces and near the Darjalsk and Vindivavkas areas.
Berlin correspondent notes rising unease as German politics and naval issues strain stability. Reports mention ships and vessels, potential reconversion limits, and foreign press observations from Paris and Haag.
The report notes the fifth session of the League of Nations in Rome with talks on density and water issues. Officials including Lorde and other delegates are listed as participating, outlining the agenda and key discussions for the meeting.
Dispatch notes disrupts and negotiations amid Afghan fighting as tribesmen demand altered terms. The report cites 310 cattle seized with British forces suffering no casualties and mentions Afghan army divisions and recent prisoner exchanges as hopeful signs toward continuation of peace talks.
Naval Secretary orders a division of destroyers to Key West Florida ready to tip the east coast of Mexico and pressure President Carranza as rebels issue an ultimatum to resign by May 15. Rebels mass at Cuernavaca and Guantala for a push on Mexico City with forces led by General Curguia Nruquizo and Olvera. Carranza responds with bombing aeroplanes against Cuernavaca and Guantala to harry the rebels.
Paris labor leaders press for railways to serve public interest rather than private gain. The General Confederation of Labor seeks public operation over private ownership and signals potential widespread strikes among railway workers. Talks on dock and port work reforms proceed amid broader labor demands.
Fragmentary text references the deposed Agent General and a statement that he will not claim compensation. Mentions of a government act, New York, and various names appear amid garbled OCR. Overall, the readable portions outline a political office dispute without clear dates or outcomes.
Fragmented OCR narrative describes a wartime cemetery scene with references to graves, missing bones, and a solemn military ommande. It mentions Rudyard Kipling and a lack of trace for a single grave, with possible notes on Peruvian etchings and a visit to a field of war graves.
The London Times urges delaying broad Home Rule splits and argues a single Parliament should manage reforms. Bonar Law and Unionists push amendments while Labour backs safeguards. government may unveil a compromise scheme if needed, with focus on defence and vital governance.
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