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Newspaper
Geraldton Guardian
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Aug 01, 1911
Page
3
Berlin July reports discuss the Soviets pledging to prevent hostilities in Prussia and the socialist press debating international solidarity. Vorwärts questions Gorniay and Krakhater Zeitung cites amused sources on Chancellor Hobrazollern’s ministers.
Sir Francis Bortie, the British ambassador, conferred with M. De Selves on Congo risks and potential German concessions. The Temps suggested talks covered what portion of Congo France would cede in exchange for Germany abandoning interference. De Selves attended the cabinet council and expressed cautious hope for a new mor patter.
Amilon reports July 31 letter from Amore urging passage of the Veto Bill. He warns even large Pot Radical Peers created to secure passage could be blocked by Lords using their power to discharge a new government member for the remainder of the parliament.
Victor Grayson denounces the National Insurance Bill at Bradford saying it would smash friendly societies destroy trades unions and reduce workers to national vessels. He calls it the most dangerous measure to reach Parliament in years.
The Admiralty advances its naval plan by placing orders for 12 of 80 destroyers under the 1911 Programme. The new destroyers are of a faster type, capable of 85 knots. A memorandum among Canada, Australia, and Britain on air fleets is praised as well conceived and practical for interallied naval aviation coordination.
London authorities and dock laborer leaders reach a settlement ending the strike. The agreement fixes annual earnings for the workers at £150,000, with the entre stakeholders acknowledging the settlement reached in the conference.
In Persia Ali, who absented himself in 1906, reportedly seeks to regain the throne and has greatly unsettled the Western or National Assembly. The Mojtlas, by resolution, has proclaimed a reward of £90,000 for the capture of the ex Shah, dead or alive.
July revenue totals for the state rose modestly compared with last year as officials report a hopeful outlook. The report cites figures from Welbourne and references Lindown. details remain uncertain due to fragmented telegraphs.
The new governor general arrived in Melbourne to a cheering crowd as supporters lined the streets to greet him. Police and officials prepared for a ceremonial reception marking the start of his tenure.
At Brisbane's railway station on Saturday, several hundred sugar workers clashed during a strike linked to the Colonial Sugar Refining Company mill dispute. Police intervened as Adams was arrested amid scattered gunfire and a surrounding mob. the crowd briefly dispersed before renewed attempts to free prisoners.
Lieutenant-Governor meets with Mr Wade who cannot promise to form a government without dissolution. The Governor then asks Mr Holman to form a ministry. Holman accepts. A caucus will greet the new minister as neither party holds a clear majority. Parliament will be prorogued to August 22 to await fate of the government following two by elections at Mudgee and Liverpool Plains.
A strike at the Electrolytic Works was settled after last Friday’s disruption. Workers remained at their posts while negotiations continued, with one worker moving to a different position as the board met to decide next steps.
West Australia records July revenue at £1, R2,452 and expenditure at £242,250, leaving a debit balance of £50,208. Compared with July last year, revenue rose by £13,131 while expenditure fell by £32,305. The month ended with a surplus of £33,902 and the year’s accumulated deficit sits at £46,096.
Eight men accused in the Fremanthle boxing incident were to stand trial for manslaughter at the August Sessions, but the Attorney General has decided not to proceed with the case in the Criminal Court.
It is stated that Mr D J Doolette bias owns a large stake in the North Corinthian mine and that Doolette holds major interest in the Corinthian. The two properties on the same lode are expected to be merged into a single company.
A letter to the Geraldton council argues the town faces about £2200 over the overdraft by year end even with full rate collection. The writer analyzes the revenue and expenses, urging funds be shifted to roads and footpaths and calling for saving measures to avoid wasteful spending.
The Australasian Insurance and Banking Record reports the National Mutual Life Association of Australasia’s annual results. New business exceeds 3 million sterling, income tops 21,122,000, and the addition to the assurance fund surpasses half a million. Large business shows management capacity and integrity, with reduced expense ratios and favorable mortality improving the surplus.
Property at White Peak Station near Geraldton in Western Australia will be auctioned. The estate covers about 2 800 acres with 400 acres cultivable, grazing land and a windmill water supply. includes a brick homestead and improvements. The sale is conducted by trustees and references the Fremantle and Perth regions.
Important auction notice announcing a sale of sixty magnificent household furniture and effects. The event occurs at the residence on Thornhill Street on Wednesday August 1st at 1:00 pm and Friday August 4th at 2:20 pm next to the Gas Works in Greenough.
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