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Newspaper
Geraldton Express
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Jan 19, 1914
Page
1
The Council clashes over an irrigation bill with debate on state ownership, water value limits, government rights to purchase and resell, and restraints on funds. Movements to amend were blocked, impacting Southwest settlers and delaying key works and interest payments.
A strongly worded satire from The Daily News condemns the German Emperor for weight concerns and self indulgence. It argues the empire’s decline stems from vanity and cowardice, mocking the emperor’s obsession with fat and clothing rather than state duties. The piece contrasts public duty with personal indulgence, urging courage over appearance.
Minister for Works AV D Tahnson speaks on government fire prevention, railway surveys, and ongoing construction. He notes varied progress among regions, with emphasis on survey delays, factory layouts by W. Zimpet, and the need to balance costs and structural strength in timber building design.
The notice provides moon phases for January including First Quarter on January 4, Full Moon on January 12, Last Quarter on January 19 and New Moon on January 28, alongside sunrise and sunset timings calculated for Geraldton’s latitude and longitude.
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