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Newspaper
Geraldton Express
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Apr 03, 1912
Page
3
Fragmentary cablegram notes indicate unions facing decisions on watchouts and posting notices. Mentions Mr Helly and a meeting at Mucher Well about ongoing tensions. Gehl hast ended hn and appears to anticipate another confrontation soon amid unclear scheduling.
The Austrian government faced a heated session as the Premier opposed a proposal to list Wimny recruit enlistment. The Emperor’s deterrence fears were cited to maintain monarchist calm while cries of Long Live the King erupted and opposition shouted in the hall.
London April 2 Mr Winston Churchill stated that negotiations for an exchange of naval information between Fireet Rehab and Cormany are in progress.
Fragmentary item reports a threatened suffragette invasion of Germany with tangled phrases about world outrage and a referenced corrective treatment in central areas. Names or clear events are not provided.
In London the South Pole expedition leader estimated the final push would bring the party to the pole around January 18. He spoke during an interview, outlining travel plans and potential risks in the harsh Antarctic conditions.
A fragmentary report from April notes a Delian ayandiemte haw cent £200,000 allocated to the Wichan government. The provisional government, backed by Tame shaw Yi, vows to operate offices and spend funds to travel through Ching to inform the public on governance principles.
Telegramers report confusion over the Commonwealth Bank leadership with Me. Piaher claiming a bank governor appointment is unlikely before an announced change. Officials say the timing remains uncertain and no formal decision has been disclosed.
A Victorian loan tender is announced in Melbourne dated April 3. The document notes a loan size around £1,200,000 with underwriters covering the tender and the home value referenced in the notice.
The Turf reports morning track results with several unnamed horses racing over various furlongs. Bright Landis defeated Woalerina, Lady Medalist ran a mile, and Hot Sir Kot completed a long triple. Neat Eyrelass won by six lengths in a mile and a quarter, with other names such as Qinim, Gunboat, and Jolly Begwar noted among mixed results and distances.
The text lists betting odds for Doncaster and Sydney Cup contenders. Popinjay and Lagve are among favourites with varied odds. Other names include Stally Beggar and Let Sequarious, while the Sydney Cup features Gupboat and Malt King among selections.
Telegrams report fate of the Koombana, near Roombana, with wreckage found inland. Authorities identify white paneled Moor remains bearing Walker wall inscription and pencil note Captain Clarke of Fremantle confirms Koombana wreckage.
A fragmentary April report from Pertt states the Minderoo crew recovered wreckage including bottom-beards from a hoot and feet of Metout Trland. The master at the Minderoo believed Uw Koumbann had gone down, and plans an abapartoned nearch.
The fragmentary report confirms the Koombana ship was sunk by a cyclone off the northern coast on March 20. Names in the sole surviving list include Mowry Wis Lewrie Boppen cor Re Seoungall Joy Clarke Ahields and Teejamin Smith, with details on their prior occupations and origins.
The Adelaide Company's steamer Hullarre, bound for Broome, fought a gale off Cape Tarooma. She anchored, took on passengers, and diverted to Nine Mile Beach while crews searched wreckage onshore. About 45 cattle were lost as the ship skirted the coast and limped toward water and orders.
A long-winded piece laments farmer resistance to worker wage demands and calls for united action by both employers and laborers to avoid disruption in the wheat belt. It discusses policies on hours, living conditions, and the need for fair accommodation, warning of hardship for workers if tensions rise and prices fall. The article also critiques Liberal propagandists attempting to blame the Rural Voters for wage disputes ahead of elections.
A period newspaper column critiques Liberal and Labor fault lines over tariffs and arbitration reforms. It notes the Union plans to cite employers before federal authorities while Parliament contends over arbitration court provisions, with ministers under pressure from cross-party criticism amid broader political tensions in Australia.
The Geraldton Health Board met with Mayor H Puller and Drs Brede Kempton Lauder Smart and Gaston. They endorsed the inspector’s report proposing a special rapid response service for hotbed cases and authorized use of the Emplanada pire for a Royal Life Saving Society demonstration, with Mrs Bardwell’s request supported.
The council weighed granting permission for a jetty demonstration amid by law limits. Officials argued the by law may bar such use, with Miss Murawet and others urging a definition of acceptable terms while awaiting council action and possible steps to resolve the impasse.
Mr JT AL Drew opened his campaign meeting in Tar Springs with a large turnout of settlers. Stephen Morgan of the Farmers Association chaired as Drew defended his parliamentary record, outlined Taber platform planks on farming, and received a hearty ovation and thanks from attendees. Tar Spring officials and supporters planned a reception for the next day.
From Our Own Correspondent reports a lively St Patrick’s Day in Mingenew with traders opening at noon and a large attendance from miles around. The programme featured stewards plates and pony races, plus a benediction by Rev Father Maus and a concert in the evening. Officials praised the event and fundraisers for the local church, with a sense the Home Rule debate might have carried if held there.
Report from Yalgoo notes wage disputes with workers seeking 1S per day review after a wire from Mr Troy. Mentions Baxter Mon and 3 Malden Race, Nuance evening event, Rev. Kather O Nih Mt Magnet pastoral visit, and unsettled weather with little rain lately.
The Anatepen aiy programe will be quronned to-night with subjects including RHANTAPL ait von Meet tray. Patrons are now ned thet in Tutte at ata wube dectm will be shown in King's Jal in conjtinction with Empire Tet unos. They are making a grand double from granune.
An election notice lists dates in April for campaign events and speaking engagements. It names Mr J M Drew as the Colonial Secretary seeking re election and lists several locations and times across Northampton and surrounding areas. The notice is authorized by J M Trew with a Webster Street address.
A report notes that Adelaide correspondent Mirray KAC has secured a seat on the Supreme Court, signaling a notable shift in the regional judiciary and reflecting ongoing changes in senior legal leadership.
A full programme includes The End of Robespier in a thrilling portrayal of the French Revolution and The Scarlet Lampoon mel in a new national incident. Also showing Thackeray’s famed novel and a deluxe epic feature deemed the day’s most costly production.
An OCR fragment advertises Bonnington’s Irish Moss touted as a cold cure and lists assorted items including Towels and moving service. The readable text is fragmented and lacks clear dates or locations, but suggests a sale or offer with varied pricing.
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