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Newspaper
Geraldton Guardian And Express
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Jun 24, 1933
Page
3
Derby June 22 reports on Captain Ulm and the Faith in Australia nonstop flight from Richwowl New South Wales covering 2100 miles in 21 hours 17 minutes. Crews refuelled at Gat and the aircraft prepared to depart at midnight for Batavia with aims to reach London.
Captain Win postponed the scheduled departure due to fueling delays and will depart on Friday night. The delay follows a plan to take off tonight that was halted as fuel was not completed.
Capt Ulm and crew depart at five minutes to midnight in Australia, aiming for Singapore in one loop. They plan routes via Lombok or Lombok Strait, with the aircraft lifting from the flare-lit aerodrome as dawn approaches.
The Minister for Defence Sir C Vearce assured the Senate that MI will consider all representations before deciding the terminus for the England to Australia air service.
The Astrace arrived at Archerfield this afternoon and was warmly received by a large crowd. A. E. Rudder of Imperial Airways stated the India service will extend to Singapore by January and a Singapore to Australia link will be established by March or April next, introducing Major Brackley, the commander of the aircraft.
Madrid reports that Don Jaime son of ex king Alfonso renounces his claims to the throne. Don Juan, the third son, would become heir, following the Asturias foundation prior to his marriage.
Winnipeg residents report nearly two million acres of wheat laid waste as grasshoppers swarm fields from the fal lands. Poison bait supplies are exhausted and farmers fear widespread damage to the June harvest.
Reports from Indian affairs indicate a possible meeting between Gandhi and the Viceroy in Poona near late July. A Bombay visit to greet him on England return may occur, and the civil disobedience campaign suspension could lead to an easing of civil strife as Congeras leaders seek mass prestige. Gandhi would be barred from visiting the Viceroy until the campaign ends.
Calcutta reports violent unrest in Mirapur with three mosques burned by fire. Authorities mobilized troops to quell the outbreak as emergency measures were set in motion.
Berlin reports over a hundred leaders of the Nationalist League were seized by Nazi storm troops and secret police. The operation also rounded up several hundred green shirt followers led by Prince von Bismarck, a great nephew of the Iron Chancellor, signaling a broad crackdown.
Fine weather aided a York Ulsle race meeting with strong attendance. Miss Thomaston won the York Cup, defeating Royal Durbar and Wild Refrain in a one mile plus event. betting favored Miss Thomaston at 4 to 1 and 2 to 1 for some placings. The card also featured the Enavermire Plate and John Peel Hunters Handicap with multiple contenders and dividends listed.
Berlin reports Hitler government and Austrian ban have tied Socialist and Nazi restrictions. Socialist members are forbidden from Reichstag or municipal councils, salaries halted, meetings banned, and party funds confiscated while party members face broader control.
In Moscow on June 2 a funeral for Clara Zetkin, veteran Communist leader, drew officials including Stalin and Molotov. The body was cremated and the ashes immured in the Kremlin walls as a formal farewell by party leaders.
London report says Signor Marsolini calls restoring the Royal House of Hapsburg with Archduke Otto as king of Austria and Hungary. The move gains sympathy from Great Britain while Germany is reluctant. France and the Entente disagree. Romania and Czechoslovakia oppose.
Sam Hazlett, who left Lavert on February nineteenth on a prospectus trip, allegedly pursues a theory about the explorer’s disappearance. Rumors speak of an iron box natives cannot open and of wagon tyres and bullock horns near an unexplored area near the South Australian border. Hazlett and party returned this week, reportedly unsuccessful, after reaching a fewty miles of their objective. Another expedition is planned.
A lively crowd watched internal Rangers clash in both divisions. Thistle surged to a four goal victory in the senior game while Rangere Juniors edged a 2 1 win in their match, reflecting a spirited league day at Sqeeen’e Park.
The Town club travels to Northampton aiming to claim points as Northampton leads the league. Towns senior squad includes Meeks Bail Brackware Boebridge Manni Francia Smith March Parker Cook Polding Robinson with juniors May Keeley Oberon Keene March Moonier Cook Wilson and Dawson.
Darwin reports a rough storm fouled the mission lugger St Francis during a trial voyage. A native climber freed the propeller from a loose rope in darkness, saving the ship from damage by the fierce weather.
The Gerahsten team faced a tough Week at Country Week with a draw against Donnybrook, a heavy loss to Athy in Albany, and a 3–2 defeat by Buatmary. Forward shooting was weak while Albany’s forwards scored consistently. Geraldton hoped for a better showing against the Eastern Districts the next day.
The Balla Dartmoor Railway plan advances as Cabinet approves preparation of a bill to reorganize the railway. The move follows the Railway Advisory Board and local authorities urging early government consideration to extend rail facilities to the Dartmoor agricultural area.
Seven British Columbian timber companies have increased their wage offer, with the higher percentage set to date from July. The move affects workers at multiple firms and signals a broader bargaining push in the industry.
Seven men are employed year round to clean London statues, eighty four statues in the care of the Office of Works. Felt hats offered in England are made of full wool and shaped to fit the wearer’s head. The headwear forms to the head as it cools and retains that shape.
In a Geraldton fitness filled afternoon at Recreation Ground Railways beat Movers 11 goals 15 behinds to 4 goals 2 with Railways leveraging a strong third quarter. D Thompson and two by Siers boosted Railways while Pickering and Belisare featured for Movers but could not overcome Railways early lead and late surge.
In a league clash, junior Movers dominated Baifeays with a final score of 7 goals to 4 behinds. Bian kicked 8 behinds for Baifeays, highlighting a strong defensive effort from Movers.
After a 200 mile road journey the Carnarvon footballers arrived for a two game program against Geraldton and a combined i & Gevechten side. A town dance and a luncheon at the Hotel Mor Stories and a Recreation Ground clash at 2.15 pm tomorrow top the itinerary. Teams include Geraldton first and second elevens with captains listed, and Carnarvon players named among the visiting XVs.
The Hand of Mrs De O’Nett presided over a Women’s Aid Auxiliary evening to honor retiring president Mrs Morris and retiring treasurer Mrs Le Prunster. New president Mrs M Gillivray pledged continued work, with Mrs Morris remaining active as treasurer. Presentations included hand painted vases and crystal items, and thanks expressed for long service.
United Artists unveils a slate for 1934 including Hallelujah I Am a Tramp and A Perfect Understanding starring Gloria Swanson. It highlights Rob inson Crusoe with Douglas Fairbanks and Joe Palooka with Jimmy Durante, plus Self Made Lady and Wings Over Jordan. The season promises top-tier entertainment from United Artists with Mickey Mouse as a marquee feature.
West Perth defeated Claremont-Catterloe by 28 points. East Perth won against Perth Whiz with an 112 to 108 score. Fremantle lost to Buccaneer by 74 points with 0.20 to 8.0.
The Tor Jyanger has been loading wheat at Geraldton and will depart this evening for Albany to complete its cargo.
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