22 Feb 1930
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Newspaper
Geraldton Guardian And Express
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Feb 22, 1930
Page
1
Fire at Clark's Electroplating Works Rushcutters Bay Sydney saved goods valued at £35000 thanks to quick action by the fire brigade. The blaze was controlled within seven minutes after outbreak and the stock was stored in the lower storage area.
London February 17 Horace Vachell laments cricket's fading allure in Thy Muse of England to be published February 21 He notes youth prefer tennis golf and motor cycling while big matches draw crowds He recalls rain playing and villagers earlier did and cites a Harrow Eton test as a classic in cricket fiction.
The article reports a sensational murder attempt in Germany aimed at Dr Kramer an owner of a mine near a garden party scene. Police consider political motives and note a prior similar attack two and a half years ago. Dr Kramer whispered farewell to his wife before dying. investigators seek to determine if the death is permanent or a later political act.
Adelaide fire crews battled an early morning blaze at Mesere J Kitchell and Sone Limited soap makers in Southward. Investigators believe saboteurs tried to force open the safe, causing extensive damage but insurance covered the losses. The third such attempt targeted the firm, and firemen saved the main building from total destruction.
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Reports from February 19 describe escalating tensions between northern and southern factions in China. Troops move toward Nanking along the Tien Wu Pakow line while Yeu Hai Shun orders general mobilization. Feng Yuhsiang’s subordinates meet at Sianfo to press a hostile stance against the Nanking regime.
British officials say armies are marching under Generals Feng and Chiang near Ching. Reports indicate a serious development, though details are unclear.
The Daily Herald reports French worries over a large European army and the League Covenant Locarno Pact and Anglo American reluctance to new limits. It cites a possible French ministry approaching the talks with a spirit of reasonableness and openness to a way out of the crisis as expert committee proceedings proceed.
Senator Robinson told U.S. correspondents Americans expect continuation of Washington arrangements with Japan on capital ships. He said the people broadly oppose entangling alliances and any treaty binding the United States to use its armed forces overseas or guarantee distant nations.
Paris reports a radical ministry led by Mr. Boner Sweet BM and Mr. Cemille Chaw, replacing the Tardieu government after parliamentary shifts. Mt. remains Minister for Port Affairs. The cabinet carries a radical majority outlook with expected Socialist backing, though chamber support is uncertain.
London February 18 The Wimbledon lawn tennis authorities are releasing season tickets for this year's tournament. The new method allows only alternate day attendance, with seven thousand seats allotted to successful applicants under the seasonal scheme.
A maid at Mire Burgoyne’s Broadland’s Arcot home discovered an intruder sleeping on the floor with two empty champagne bottles and a half full liqueur bottle nearby. A bag of silver plate lay beside him and he was arrested on a charge of attempted burglary.
A mid century ad claims aging slows vitality and decision speed. It promotes Dr Williams Pink Pills as a blood and nerve builder to restore energy, digestion, and mood for men and women, asserting renewed health and vigor within days. Availability at drugstores with a 3d price is noted.
Sydney report on a harsh assault case where Mrs Muriel Mannit Harden Plata sues a party named Manning. The judge notes regret as the jury awards £400 after a man tied to the affair is accused of whipping the victim in a street surgery following an arrest. The events involve a 29 year old physician and a husband restraining the victim.
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