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Newspaper
Geraldton Express
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Jan 29, 1912
Page
3
Due to overstock and new arrivals by steamer the merchants announce a rapid clearance of drapery underclothing mercery gloves laces trimmings dresses fancy silks prints linen ribbons men’s clothing mercery boots and shoes at unprecedented prices in Geraldton.
Reported in Tang theteotmmmuntant of the bm retin Gnartnvewing bee Kuxpicion. A bomb exploded near him, injuring the thrower. A friend Shih Kal is said to have cleared up the misunderstanding. One hundred fifty dead believed, with many injured. dates uncertain.
Industrial trouble in Tagwornbing prompts a strike by foundry workers against employers over wages. Troops restore order after clashes as several workers are killed or seriously injured. police and soldiers respond to the unrest amid reports of arrests and ongoing danger.
In London on January 2 representatives of mineowners and employees met to find bases for settling the wage question. An arrangement was described as agreed upon, though details remained unsettled. Employers and labor delegates expressed cautious optimism about a peaceful settlement in the near term.
A fragmentary Paris dispatch discusses tensions between France and Italy over a coast region. The worded note hints at a treaty or boundary dispute and mentions the Tawngwsracr coast context, reflecting an unsettled geopolitical moment without clear dates or outcomes.
An excerpted note from a House of Commons session recounts a speaker blaming the government for national decline. The discussion references the Church Dinevta and calls for reform amid wartime and unionist tensions.
At a London labor conference, delegates condemn the British government, back woman suffrage, and oppose the National Insurance Act citing heavy costs to trades unions. The debate notes revolutionary rhetoric amid protests and clashes, while some delegates oppose extending suffrage beyond existing grounds.
A motor car party traveling from Wayne to Warrimgebily met with an incident on a Sunday. The vehicle reportedly swerved off the road, struck a barrier, and toppled with eight feet of fall. One senior passenger, Terny, sustained injuries but others escaped.
In Hobart on Monday England led by Woolley who scored 305 not out in the second innings while Yingland claimed four wickets. Tasmania’s manita contributed 113 for the combined total of 345 in the match context, detailing a high scoring early phase and notable bowling by England.
A workers dispute at Briebane Tramways nears resolution as a mediation effort fails to settle key issues. The committee condemns the principle of reformists and warns a general work stoppage could begin Tuesday unless a satisfactory settlement is reached.
A report from Kalgoorlie notes a man named Wiederick died yesterday at the Gallen Hurexhas mine after an incident at home and involvement with rescue efforts. Details are limited in the unreconciled text.
A man was captured after an attempted break into the Commercial Bank in Kalgoorlie using explosives. The accountant William Lob Lewy was arrested on November 1 and remanded to face trial in the Criminal Court. The case, tied to a broader pursuit, continues with multiple persons implicated and witnesses to the attempted heist.
A flotilla sailed past King’s Park drawing thousands as a river craft passed Mowat’s Bay road. The event featured the Weetann of Wesuruls and the Uha Ninel of NSW.
Fragmentary article traces early training methods in the colonial era, detailing the shift to physical drill for youths and adults. It notes improved posture, discipline, and patriotism, with anecdotes of instructors and a young trainee’s progress, plus mentions of veterans and local gun clubs.
An Olympia screening at the Palhen Cantons event features a mix of films and stories drawn from popular literature. The program includes adaptations from Marie Corel while preserving faithful elements. The lineup also promises comedy, drama, and a notable finale with a public reception.
A local program at King's Hall features a diverse slate including The Great Race and The Leap to Death. The Empire Company previews elaborate scenes and marketing shows with dramatic titles such as The Last and Avenged while promising ambitious visual presentations nightly in Sydney.
W Zimpke leads a shift in the West Australia furnishing trade by expanding cabinet making and upholstery. His new factory introduces modern machinery and refined finishes, aiming to raise quality and attract customers with artistic details.
A fragmentary sports item from the Victoria District Turf Club recounts a late race lineup, mentioning several names and placements in a muddled account. The text references multiple horses and riders amid disrupted OCR, showing a crowded field and varied finishes.
A garbled OCR text notes an event labeled ALF with an evening meeting at 8 pm in Heathe Hall Businese. The text lists an officer election but is heavily garbled and illegible.
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