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Newspaper
Geraldton Express
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Jan 22, 1919
Page
3
Latest cables report martial law in Barcelona province as tensions ease toward a proclaimed peace. Officials indicate rapid changes and stepped up security measures amid regional unrest. The dispatch notes ongoing coordination with authorities and awaiting formal declarations.
Copenhagen January 21 The Independent Socialist Berne Mo notes witnesses say Dr Liebknecht offered no escape and was killed by his escort The Freihait urges workers to strike immediately amid this event.
In Berlin fears rise over recent deaths of Liebhndcht and Rota Lucemsburg amid an imminent government response. The city remains under strict civilian limits and military occupation as preparations for arms expansion proceed. Crowds face strict curfews and streets are tightly controlled.
A note on a religious gathering where Minister Hughes stirred calm public interest with remarks on peace and bread, drawing local attention to his message and its reception.
Clyde workers threaten strike stance demanding wage rises and no hour reductions for the week. They cite a 390 hour period and a minimum daily wage of £1 as fed cabinet policies loom.
London reports a German government instruction to delegates in January urging recognition of Germany’s rights within President Wilson’s program. The note signals Germany’s demand to be included in the peace framework and aligns with Allied considerations.
Dispatches from Amsterdam report widespread riots during the election struggle. Pamphlets circulate from all parties as airmen bombarded cities with propaganda. Riots erupt across several AKs, claiming deaths including Dy Liebknscht and Rion Laspmboring. The Leipzig riot declares general strike, destroys election bureau, and forces government newspapers to apologize and admit blame.
London reports Appatardam states the German government plans two armies under General Hindesburg to stage a Polish invasion. The note highlights Berlin readiness and strategic intent amid wartime uncertainty.
London officials report shop stewards on the Clyde likely to strike this week unless 0 hour work is conceded. Negotiations continue on the engineers strike in London as 150,000 people could be affected and 1,000 ships may be tied up in disruption threatening a grave situation.
Washington dispatches today report strikes in Amventine settled with improvements in the situation. Lima despatches note strikers have returned to work, signaling a calmer labor scene for the region.
Telegrams report in Adelaide that about 160 members of the Federated Ironworkers Association including pollermakers and assistants began a run of stoppage at night over grievances and pay. In the afternoon representatives agreed to accept a interim daily rate while continuing work, aiming to settle outstanding issues.
Melbourne January 2 The Federal Cabinet approved no right of policy in relation to per capita payments to the states and to future forms and control of the public debt of Australia. Acting Prime Minister Mr Watt will announce the policy this week to the Commonwealth and State Ministers in confidence.
Perth January reports that arrangements are completed for payment of the 1918-19 wheat pool guarantees. Payments of 4s 4d less freight will be available Friday. The total involved is about £21,000,000.
A former Sandstone resident Mir 3 A Martin died at Belmont on Sunday week. Interment followed at Kaprakatta cemetery the next day. Benster Needham arrived by last night with attendance at Meckatharre sod Coo Bo works tonight at the Qoreos Ball. Constable G. M. Foord, popular Geraldton officer, departs to West Perth to assume duties, famed for tact and restraint. Mr Figo Thromel V C plans travel to the Eastern States where he is said to marry soon.
Returned Soldier laments what he calls a betrayed pledge as government extended pastoral leases to friends of the winners. He argues for breaking up large stations into smaller holdings to create work and spread development across the Murchison or Gascoynne regions. He warns against continued land consolidation and criticizes the current wartime government for backroom actions against settlers.
Sapper Frederick Mitchell BLE lost his voice at Bullecourt and remained mute until the armistice news on November 1. In the Randwich canteen, his comrades urged him to sing aloud and his speech returned. Neville warns of Aboriginal population growth in Western Australia with figures, while a steady outflow from the outback to the Frearing Works is noted. State Savings Bank reports and a severe dust storm at Tuckawarta cause property damage with no rain.
Bob the town's famed canine, deemed a nuisance by some, drew a large crowd at the Simday pier concert where his solo outshone the double bass and Mr Snyp's cornet. The audience reportedly dispersed amid criticism and debate over the dog’s fate.
A dated bulletin from Dalgety and Co outlines buying prices for sheepskins full wool crossbred and other wool grades, tallow drums and tins, kangaroo products, and other hides. It lists prices per pound or per item, noting quality distinctions and post quotes for damaged or inferior lots. Prices span from common ward categories to extra stout hides and kangaroo skins with per unit adjustments.
A fragment from a 19th century column laments disorder on the pier as crowds of children and loud visitors disrupt peaceable spectators. It urges council action to regulate visits, curb noisy behavior, and enforce rules against fishing and malodorous bait to protect the calm, music, and social decorum of the waterfront gathering.
Mewsre Dalgety and Co notes quiet start for Wheat with no Australian cargoes. Cleaned samples fetch 46 sh per measured bushel, inferior from 2s 6d to 3s 3d, oats steady around 48s 7d, light teeth 3d 10f. Demand remains firm from buyers. market expected to firm further in 2-3 weeks amid supply-demand balance and potential US rainfall impact on exports.
In Carnarvon a police court hearing, H J Doyle and fellow shearers faced breach of Masters and Servants actions after allegedly refusing to shear. Key witnesses claimed rain caused wet sheep. defense argued weather and shed conditions prevented damage.
Advertisement seeking capable boys to sell the Geraldton Express with rounds in East and West ends. Indicates good earnings for energetic lads and instructs to apply at the office for details.
The Central Wool Committee continues appraisements at Geraldton centre and Palgety and Co prepares to receive consignments with liberal advances. Ample warehouse space accurate weighing careful attention and prompt returns are promised to protect growers interests in handling their clips.
A court examined a clause in a shearers agreement allowing refusal to shear if a majority vote deemed sheep unfit. The magistrate ruled the claimed sub clause had been carried out and dismissed the complaint with costs. appeal noted. The report also covers comments on Returned Soldiers’ organ and political courtesy involving Watt and Pearce.
Meeting will be held on Saturday 1, 15th inst at 4 pm at the Soldiers' Institute. Purpose to arrange committees for conduct of the Institute and provisions of entertainments. All individuals ready to help invited to attend and support.
A fragmented advertisement lists tobacco plugs such as La and Victory brands with prices in shillings and pence, plus assorted groceries including bacon, sugar, Life Buoy soap, flour, split peas, and Lifebuoy items. Items mention BMY and Bary stores and various weights, with stray figures and descriptors.
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