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Newspaper
Geraldton Guardian And Express
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Jun 13, 1939
Page
3
Reports describe broad public excitement as royal dignitaries arrive in Washington. Members of Congress, governors, and representatives gather amid cheering crowds and a ceremonial display reflecting strong interest in royal events and national pageantry.
King and Queen arrive amid a throng in New York, being welcomed at the World’s Fair by Grover Whalen. They tour the grounds, receive cheers from thousands, and have a brief tour of the Folly and Austrasian Pavillon before lunch.
The King and Queen joined President Roosevelt at his private estate near New York for a royal outing. They attended service at Fiyde Piek village church and were greeted by crowds as they toured the grounds. Treats included hot dogs with mustard served to the royal party amid festive crowds and local pageantry.
An aerial transport from Sydney to London crashed into the Hooghly River near a boat tow, causing the Flying Airways vessel to partially submerge. Nine aboard including four passengers and five crew were rescued without serious injuries. A strong gust reportedly tipped the tail, leading to the incident on the river near the Natty Ising boat tow. The inquiry cites unpredictable winds as a likely cause.
A strained report from Nanking claims a high level Nanking government delegation including Lang Hingehth and Thomasiiur Shimba attended a Larner act at the Japanese Consulate where wine allegedly poisoned by an unseen Chinese suspect triggered a security alert. One man is said to have been arrested.
A mixed party including J A Diamitt MLC and Mr A Sharp toured Dongarra, Geraldton, and Perth areas, meeting local officials and residents. They lauded the country, noted good rainfall, and expressed hope for a return visit, with officials including the Mayor and town clerk hosting at the Municipal Chambers.
A poorly played Sunday football exhibition drew thin crowds. Fire Brigade, led by Gray with 10 goals, overwhelmed Rovers 21 14, as Ward, Bryan, Crawford and Stokes supported the attack while Oversby was sidelined by a knee injury. Rovers managed limited pressure with key players Dawson and McKay aiding late scores.
In a Morawa District hearing at Seemmlemns court yesterday Harry Sammel Tipton of Rothery faced charges of unlawfully wounding Francis Beneph Tinie Garth between Poven Jort and Kethsay on Fabris Street. Witnesses described a violent incident on the road from Perenjori to Rothsay, with knife threats, a vehicle crash, and Tipton’s subsequent arrest and hospital visit.
Canberra reports the body of Edward Hubert Hender-Miehler, Commonwealth architect for the Works Department, found hanging in his Redhill home garage on Torres Street. He had supervised Sydney post office expansion plans and was believed to be unsettled by Royal Commission inquiries. colleagues say his link to a case was not essential to call him as a witness.
London reports Mr Whitlam of the Central Department of the Foresto Gillen travels to Moscow to meet the British Ambassador as negotiations with the Soviet Government continue. The outcome hinges on accepting British views on direct guarantees for Baltic neutrality and avoiding guarantees that could impinge on Baltic neutrality.
Eight people injured as two planes collide and burst into flames during taxiing at Ementon. Pilot Mira Florence Wurts, 48, in critical condition at Rural Melbourne Hospital. Pilot Mrs Garernde icKenzie, former Mayoress of South Melbourne, among the crew.
Mies Florence Warts 148) of Chancer Stevet Bt Kida died in hospital after a plane collision near Eamenston ner dicle semteriny. The crash occurred while both aircraft were piloted and extensive burns were reported.
The jurors discussed a stabbing case with witness testimony about neck and chest injuries. They debated provocation and intent before retiring and returning a verdict of not guilty.
A ladle of technical data from AML describes a deep seam at 200 feet and 141 feet sections, noting high ore values and unusual vein structure. Measurements include core recoveries and fineness of sample within standard mining terms, with several figures repeated across sections.
Darwin workers aboard the Koolama ship cheer as the state government acts to support the crew amid tensions at the Fremantle jetty. unionists rally behind the Darwin strike amid labor conflicts affecting the ship’s actions in the port.
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