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Newspaper
Geraldton Express
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Mar 14, 1913
Page
3
London March 12 Premier of Western Australia Alec Scaddan was accorded an audience with King George V. The king expressed deep interest in Western Australia’s rapid development and wished Scaddan and his people every success on his return.
Paris dispatch reports mixed reactions to Mr. Asquith’s statement that Britain has no obligation to send troops to the continent. The Rappel favors clarity on the issue while Le Relate says France must rely on itself. Libre Parole notes Churchill informed France Britain would stay neutral if France seeks revenge against Germany but would overwhelm Germany if Germany attacked France without cause.
The debate in the House of Commons continued over reform and restraints with Prime Minister speaking on Mr Waller Long's amendment. The House of Lords disputed constitutional arrangements and criticized Liberal government actions amid calls for a fair, impartial judiciary.
Paragraphing from the Social Political Union shows suffragettes parading the river front while Oxford and Cambridge rowing crews practice. University authorities reportedly instructed boatmen to duck any intruders. Parliament debates strengthening the law amid suffragette outrages. A half burned rag stash found in a British Museum lavatory hints at planned arson, attributed to suffragettes.
Ottawa reports show Conservative press across Canada assailing Liberals over Churchill memorandum and accusing them of misdirection. Liberals counter with naval defense calls and alignment with Britain, while debates cite Canada’s duty to aid Great Britain and follow U S policy amidst criticism of Mr Churchill and Mr Nevlev’s speech.
The Commercial Cricket City names its team lineup for forthcoming matches. Players listed include Warran Olives Rew Alien CGrocuster Carwundine Elliott Randle Cook and others selected to represent the club in the new season.
A belated report describes a manifesto urging citizens to conserve resources and maintain supply lines. Authorities condemned the document as harboring subversive content and moved to investigate its origin and intent.
An Australian defence minister addresses a gathering at a dinner hosted by Ain hub. The minister warns that strong defence is essential for the Commonwealth and notes serious consequences if defence work is neglected.
The A N.A. Conference today rejected the federal referenda proposal by a margin of 7 votes to 80, removing the plan from consideration. The action occurred in Melbourne on March 13 and reflects a decisive setback for supporters of the Referenda.
A telegram was sent to the Postmaster General requesting a meeting to discuss the strike on the Trans-Australian line. Shown is a reply awaiting confirmation and arrangements for a further conference among officials.
Adelaide report states Antain Jones faced manslaughter charges related to the Wonga Shoal disaster on November 7. The court found him not guilty and cleared the charge.
Adelaide reports a severe storm on March 13 causing widespread damage. Yachts were driven ashore and wrecked while a schooner named Alhatrors broke free and grounded. A French vessel Gemiral de Sonim collided, and 36 000 bushels of wheat were blown away amid the chaos.
A garish Swagman sighting in Mydney on March 4 sparks intrigue. A traveling tinker named Férgu appears in hospital limits, reportedly destitute, but uncertain details leave locals debating his origin and fate.
Victorian and New South Wales Bar resent the recent appointment of Messrs Powers and Piddington as High Court Judges. It is decided that no congratulatory messages will be offered when the new judges take office. The West Australian Bar is not planning similar actions.
Perth reports Hodges files libel suit against Waynes in connection with statements alleged at a Midland Junction public meeting on March 7. Solicitors were instructed to proceed under libel law and Commonwealth Act remedies.
A special train carried passengers to Ajana for the opening of the Northampton Ajana line. Ministers and local leaders praised the project as key to development and farming expansion, with projected land uplift and railway benefits for workers, agriculturists, and the district.
The Minister for Works spoke on railway construction and expansion in the district, detailing ongoing lines Merredin-Wickepin and Wyalkatchem-Mt Marshall projects, the need for rolling stock, and prospects for prosperity through mining and agriculture. Local speakers urged relief for settlers, new settlement potential, and stronger harbor development to support industry growth.
In a Saturday match at Walkaway Greenough fielded a strong side led by Perejuan and Connally. Walkaway were all out for 71 as Greenough claimed victory by five runs, with notable bowling by Perejuan and Wells.
An accident between Northampton and Raddera mine left Staples with facial injuries after a sulky overturned on the road near Varagen onka. He was rushed to Morrison's hospital for treatment while locals from Trinity Church gathered for service and a Masonic ceremony followed at the Memorial Hotel.
Grace Davie of 12% Oraya St Boulder W A describes a ten year leg ulcer worsening in damp weather. She reports using Zam Buk ointment after doctors failed to help and credits gradual healing and new skin formation with the product. She urges keeping a tin handy.
John Mitchell, an aid speaker, faced charges of drunkenness at Polion Court. He failed to appear, was fined or sent to small jail for up to a day, and the article discusses penalties under the drunkennness law and related custody rules.
A dubious health advertisement extols Dr Morwe’s remedy for bowel and related ailments. It claims long sufferers found relief, urging trial use with promises of cure and improved digestion, backed by pseudo testimonials.
Auction note lists geese ducks and fowls to be sold at the mart on March 2, labelled as a Saturday sale by Mackenzie & Co. Annotations appear garbled but indicate poultry consignments for sale.
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