13 Dec 1930
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Newspaper
Geraldton Guardian And Express
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Dec 13, 1930
Page
1
American Banks New York reports the collapse of a major bank amid a sweeping financial crisis. The incident marks the widest disruption with extensive suspensions across the sector and estimated losses totaling around 50 million, heavily concentrated in New York City.
In Canberra December Lt. Reqduine told the Senate that following the section of the Tin Court, Monroe held in trust for Bawra will soon be distributed among barley and wheat growers.
In a letter from Sir, supporters in Geraldton express praise for the yacht club as a key local sporting body. The note discusses recent weekend racing, spectator engagement, and the desire to highlight notable performances by crews and skippers to boost public interest and attendance.
The report notes women in Tuisia outnumbered by about six million rich individuals. In Calcutta the female population is roughly half that of males, highlighting stark gender and economic disparities.
A Geraldton council deputation urged approval for a publican booth at the Saturday sports event on December 27. Councillors debated the booth's impact on the restoration fund and alcohol control, ultimately maintaining a previous refusal while offering sympathy and a partial donation to support organizers.
Canberra reports indicate ministers faced pressure from the caucus to keep Parliament in session and push additional legislation before Christmas. A brief recess is likely, with plans to adjourn by Thursday and reconvene January 5. A special meeting of the Tahow Party has been arranged for Monday.
In Rome on December 11 the Australian Prime Minister Mr. Scullin is met by British Legation officials and Australian officials. He will visit Signor Mussolini at midday Saturday to discuss the Tasian migrants who have entered Australia and are being considered.
Geraldton prepares for the first annual rededication of Toe H members at the parish hall. His Excellency Sir William Campion, State President of the Toe H movement, and Padre King will attend with a family tea at 6:30 p.m. prior to the 8:00 p.m. ceremony. The Governor’s term ends next year, making this potentially his last address here. The Perth arrival is planned for Tuesday with departure to Perth on Thursday morning.
A Geraldton council and allied groups discussed the worsening unemployment crisis. Officials urged government aid, including grants or local work programs, and instructed representatives to press for relief while urging men to register at the Labour Bureau for accurate local impact.
The meeting chaired by Mayor J. Lester discussed relief for unemployed men and the allocation of 24 000 pounds for work programs. Healey criticized unfair job-piking methods while Willock, Drew, Hall, and Kempton were thanked for their government work and attendance.
Violent thunderstorms swept along the Workun Hills-Mudewa area causing heavy crop damage. In Wabin Mustier and Duiwallinn fields were leveled, with thousands of acres affected and other centers reporting spoiled crops amid hail and rain.
Lamton reports the German steamer Mehlowson of 744 tons, bound from Yokohama to Kobe, wrecked near Awaji island off Kobe. The crew were saved though the vessel is feared lost and deaths are expected. Weather and salvage conditions hinder details.
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