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Newspaper
Geraldton Guardian And Express
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Jun 09, 1932
Page
3
Sydney report quotes Prime Minister on Commonwealth debts and New South Wales funds. Mr Lange supports returning to power with federal assurances, stating the Commonwealth will honor debt payments and act to prevent defaults if NSW cannot.
Sydney musician and co Federal Treasurer Mr EO Theodore spoke at Newcastle tonight warning that a Lang party victory would bring chaos to New South Wales. He claimed continued Lang government would mean unrest and only harm if the Tamms and mixups persist.
Local coverage notes Mr. Long addressing a large audience at Vane tonight, advocating optimism amid mounting public concern. Reports describe a spirited gathering with emphasis on hopeful prospects and communal resilience.
Melbourne court session on June 8 tackled an application to vary an award of the Vienne virtuallers in the Architratian Court. Judge Detheridge reacted with laughter to a claim about beer consumption and a Treasury official, highlighting the oddities of the evidence.
On July 8 in Rydney, the Morinda owner alleged mistreatment after refusing reengagement to a seaman. The company calls the man unsatisfactory while the union accuses him of enticement. A settlement is expected at tomorrow's pickup.
Archibald Gibbs, 11, was shot dead on Albion Street after visiting the Children's Court with a woman and a one-year-old child. The woman testified Gibbs had threatened to tell the child’s mother of the dispute. Catherine OByrne, 46, charged with murder, revolver found with empty cartridges.
Perth discusses substantial reductions in suburban railway fares including season tickets by July 1st due to road competition. Travel costs will drop further with lower fares on certain routes and services.
NSW Royal Commission examining Charles Goode, chief transport commissioner, for alleged improper conduct during service. inquiry covers 1926 to 1931 events including a £100 cheque from Vernom Ltd, meat purchases by J B Davis Yellow Express Co, and procurement of motor ferries and lorries. Prior findings by Crown Solicitor Clark suggested no prosecution for certain reasons.
Perth June 9 draws list for the Canning Park meeting with event entries including hurdlers Green Baron AIDS Night Jester Burlilis and others. Morning and afternoon inhibits and weights not fully legible in the record.
At around ten o'clock last night James Davin, 23, was killed instantly by a blast at the 62nd feet level of the Wiluna Gold Mine. His comrades Mullian and Lalor, overcome by fumes, managed to aid him but were injured while attempting a rescue. Authorities believe a previously damaged charge triggered the explosion.
On a Tuesday afternoon the Executive Council considered petitions for reprieve from Groper Brotherhood and Housewives' Associates for Reony Bowles. The council rejected mercy and ordered the execution of Kole at Fremantle Gaol on Monday morning at 5 o'clock.
In Geraldton, Mins M. Gibson of Bt. Lawler is mentioned in a holiday note related to Mr. T. L. Robert on Gregory Street. The Rev. Stephen Wright of the Methodist Conference writes a personal message to his son Noel Wright in Kinnn 1888. Passengers leaving for Perth by Tuesday night include Atkinson, Hallo, Waller, Be auat, and Mrs. Wilcox Hallo sul Lee. Mr. J J Mickle, recently in Rosella Hospital with acute influenza and pleurisy-like complications, was discharged. Foster Scott, Geraldton station-master, takes annual leave. D S Gilteidh arrives to replace him. Houston, licensee of Freemasons Hotel, travels to Perth for medical advice after a foot injury.
The drifting freighter near Millana faces delays as crews debate tow methods. Weather conditions worsen with a forecast of hazardous seas, prompting authorities to consider Adelante as a towing point while awaiting safer winds.
Planning Bias 2 and Jelly Handicap race entry details include Silvern's Ben 2 and Honoriie 3.
Brief OCR snippet mentions Perth event on July 9 with names Hegaar Gish Exgutic and Mount. details are unreadable and no outcomes available.
A review hails Prankenstein as a strong picture full of excitement and thrills. It compares it with Dracula, noting Boris Karloff and a notable cast, and describes the monster tale as a powerful drama of a man who becomes a horror on the screen.
Mr Rt Linday acting for a metropolitan syndicate has returned from Abroshoe Inteods after studying guano manure from islands. He brought samples to gauge quality and values of a potential market with orchardists and market growers. Lindsay recently returned from America where he learned guano value.
A short report indicates influenza related items or test bottles priced at two dollars per bottle are offered at Marine Terrace Pharmacy on February 6. The notice confirms sale details and location for readers seeking flu precautions.
Geraldton National at Poottall Association held a meeting with officers and club representatives including Carter Cox Cook and McKay. Reports mention uniform breaches by Grade players, timekeeper appointment, upcoming fixtures with Perth clubs, and proposed town events and improvements at the Recreation Ground.
The premierhip competition resumes with 10 brigades in action as attendances rise. Players listed include Keegan Taylor Dawson Garratt Elliott Ben Beaver Thomas White Allen Green Chapman Westaway Houston Wickham Simons Clarkson Christensen Thomas Crabbe Woolfitt Buchan Watson Foster Grey Rowe Willix Cato Garvey Thomas Rowe Howell Milton etc.
A letter from the Geraldton National Football Association requests permission to use the Recreation Ground for a vote against the Mullewa Association. Proceeds would fund a Sporting Clubs raffle in the Nursing competition. date to be fixed at a later meeting.
The Muflewa Association awaited a reply but considered the request separate from the rule limiting three Sunday matches annually. A proposal for permission was offered but lost by a narrow margin.
Reports on East Perth games highlight Graham Little as a key Brigades veteran now excelling with East Perth. In a tight win over East Fremantle, Little and J Garnaut were cited as the best pair for East Perth as Little dominated at half back and Garnaut stood out as a top small man.
In a tense premier round game Wanderers fielded a weakened side due to transport mishaps. Realists led 36 to 15 at halftime as the crowd watched a tight contest with Naraling and Nansea close behind. A motor coach departs Nansea at 1 pm for Sunday’s return match.
The State Statistician issued the year end vital statistics for 12. The population was 2741 with several prarriagen colebrati during the year.
London June 5 Three Australians completed a flight from England to Darwin traveling together. They are Lieut. Commander Hall who will use the Bluebird Black warm and Messrs Richard Allen Hugh Wright in Moth planes. They will meet at Bagdad and continue the journey in company.
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