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Newspaper
Geraldton Guardian
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Apr 13, 1920
Page
3
Telegrams indicate a probable extension of trouble around Perth with reports collated by more ardent observers. Authorities have yet to confirm details as lingering issues affect local residents and services.
Fire gutted the Brook Saw Mill causing extensive damage. The blaze occurred while the mill was in order and workers were present, but details are unclear. Authorities hope to determine the cause as insurance and furnace concerns come into play. The mill’s owner, a local figure, faces substantial losses as crews fight to contain the flames.
The Acting Premier Mr H P Colebetrh announced this morning the formation of a Cabinet sub-committee to inquire into and report on metropolitan water metering. The panel aims to assess practices and propose changes during the current term.
Prospectors in Western Australia are advised that Deboartment of Repatriation approval funds include £6000 for prospecting fares of returned service personnel. Coastal fares and freights face a twenty percent increase. the end schedule for the coastal steamship service is not yet available, suggesting higher rates and freight charges.
A brief report notes a profit trader was prosecuted and fined for illegal food handling practices. A court in the district handed down the penalty after findings of unsafe storage and mislabeling.
A fragmented report from London on the coal strike ballot shows British districts split with tensions. Early returns hint at a possible majority in favor of striking, though results remain incomplete and unclear across regions.
In London on April 11 Sinn Fein members threaten to halt shipments of butter and bacon to England. They warn hunger could follow if British forces press on. The message reflects rising tensions and potential retaliation affecting food supplies.
Singapore reports Captain Matthews Gow from Han Fron Bangkok describes a leap toward Singora, Tak to Slayers, with heavy headwinds and thunderstorms over the mountains to Bangkok. He faced severe weather through Malaya and planned to proceed to Java on the 12th and hoped to reach Dorwria by the 20th.
Paris April 10 M Millerand the French Premier in an interview stated Frances position is absolutely single. We observed a series of German violations of the Peace Treaty with the latest targeting articles covered by the Anglo Franco American agreement under which England and Belgium have adopted the same position in the same dangerous situation.
Fragmentary text shows a proclamation by Sheik el Idem urging loyalists to uphold a sultanate standard and denouncing a faction as civil war risks loom, with internal troubles seen as potent danger to national unity.
The Northampton Road Board held its annual elections with wards voting for North South East West and Central seats. Key results show E Ward winner Mr W Potichs and West/Central contests with Snowdon and Haselby among those re elected by narrow margins.
In a Greenough Branch Farmers and A Association meeting, Cr Logue’s reinstatement is debated after the district inspector’s post was voided. The Chief Inspector’s written note raises reasons for cancellation, while a petition from local stock owners and a contested appointment lead to a resignation. The meeting, attended by 18 members, ends with Logue’s resignation and related board discussions. CASUAL CORRESPONDENT.
Berlin and April 12 report the Lokal Ansieger states France will extend its occupation zone to separate northern and southern Germany. The piece notes a shift toward easier diplomacy as Britain reels from prior cards and Germany withdraws pelog from the uhers, amid unclear specifics.
London answers the French note reaffirming Britain’s resolve to enforce the peace treaty provisions on disarmament and reparation. It discusses German troop withdrawal to a neutral zone and Allied guarantees, noting French demands for occupation contrary to Allied stance.
The Horre Breeding Act 1029 outlines licensing requirements for horse movements across the United Kingdom. Horses must be licensed by the Scotland Board of Agriculture, England Board of Agriculture and Fisheries, or the Department of Agriculture in Ireland, or travel is barred. Non licensed horses may only stay at home for the service of their owner. Licenses require a proper inspection. It also notes examiner duties and specifies disqualifications for certain conditions and ages, with boards setting age limits.
Easter holidays wrapped up the Ellandton Times event with singles and mixed doubles finals. In singles, Ingleton defeated Pavey while the mixed doubles ended with Timperley and Mica Twine beating Pavey and Miss Trigg 6 1, 2 9.7.
A schooner named Wincetin capsized during a dinghy transfer at Onelow as rough seas and a strong flood tide pulled volunteers apart. John Lees disappeared after the captain and others reached the shore, and searches failed to locate him. Local residents recall several prior fatalities at this spot with no bodies recovered.
Veteran prospector Witty Davi reports recovering 2 quarts reel from a reef just outside the water boundary near Tolty. The find follows many prospectors taking near Tolty with little value, with indications the reef runs into Bink Range consolidated ground and may draw strong interest from miners.
The minutes record a late month meeting with chairman Loge and members Duncan Cridette Clinch. It notes approvals for tenders including gravel and metal dressing works and several road and maintenance tasks. The secretary is to notify owners, arrange maintenance teams, and report to Geraldton Council about conference issues and district resources.
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