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Newspaper
Geraldton Guardian
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Aug 01, 1912
Page
3
Rioting broke out at Royal Albert and Victoria docks in London on July 31. Strikers re engaged attacked tree labourers and attempted raids on steamers. Rioters fired and several people were wounded. Police used baton charges and cleared the quays.
In a London House of Commons session dated July 31, Prime Minister Asquith stated that the government's land proposals do not include the single tax. The remark clarifies the administration's stance on land value reform during the British political debate.
In London during July, Agust stated he had no excuses for his defeat in the sculling championship. He praised Barry as a fine sculler and said he would try pig ram shooting on the Continent. He may abandon sculling, calling it hard work. Arnst’s supporters seek another match, Arnst would consider it, but Barry won’t row before 1913.
New York July 30 Dan McKettrick claims the heavyweight title for Jeanette or Morris while Burns asserts the championship would revert to the white fighter and he is ready to defend it in the pugilistic arena.
Lord Mersey’s inquiry into the Titanic disaster attributes the loss to excessive speed and improper ship arrangements. Captain Smith made a grievous mistake, with officers failing to act, while distress signals lights from the sinking vessel could have saved many lives.
The Times discusses Lord Meraey's report on the Titanic disaster. It says the collision arose from steering course and speed errors. It praises the report as masterly while noting recommendations for extra lookouts and sharp watch on both sides of the bridge.
The second test between England and Australia began in Manchester on Monday but play was delayed by rain and the pitch flooded. England were all out for 393 and Australia followed with their innings incomplete as the match ended in an inconclusive, spoiled result with forgotten or unclear scores for several Australian batsmen.
On July 29 while Zealamta passengers were at lynch a woman and a child were seen in the water. A boat searched for an hour but found no trace. The woman Mrs Ettie Opland a third class passenger with a young child joined the vessel at Honolulu. Officials believe the woman jumped overboard intentionally with the child.
In Sydney 285 men including several officers resign from the Australian Garrison Artillery in protest over alleged wrongs by the Board of Examiners regarding new requirements. Volunteer relief is being sought to man the batteries. Trans-Australian Railway: Mr Chinn's appointment supported by friends amid debate over charges against him. Federal electorates: Western Australia redistribution scheme discusses sectoral division and potential refer back to commissioners due to perceived gaps and diversity of interest.
The Senate moved by Mr Pearce to approve redis tribution of West Australia electorates proposed by the commission. The amendment passed 15 to 1. The majority consisted solely of Labor members, with Mr Pearce voting with the minority.
Adelaide August 1st Shannon has been selected to fill the Senate vacancy caused by the death of Mr Fensell. In Perth a mass meeting of the Clerks Union will be held next Saturday to consider the position of temporary clerks employed by the State and Commonwealth Governments in relation to wages and conditions as the Arbitration Court case approaches.
Perth August 1st. June receipts were £187,168 versus £103,853 in July 1912. Expenditure reached £256,512, leaving a debit balance of £69,314 for the month. Accumulated deficit stands at £190,455.
Perth reports the racehorse Ransom died after striking a post during training, suffering a fatal skull fracture. In other news, Government deviations on the Wonagan Hille Mullewa and Wickepin Merrestin lines prompt rival committees, risking duplication and high costs as parties debate inquiry scope. A well known unionist is noted in the assembly debate.
Josepht Faber, a well-known unionist, was committed for trial today at Perth police court on charges of stealing sums totaling over £90. The case centers on alleged financial thefts from multiple sources within the union community.
The Amalgamated Society of Carpenters affirmed support for a 44 hours working week and proposed asking the Arbitration Court to implement it. The notice appears in Perth dated August.
An article details the bridal party attire with rich fabrics and colors. The bride wears amethyst crepe de chine with oriental embroidery and a amethyst panne velvet hat, while her mother and aunt wear elaborately trimmed dresses in lace and voile. The going away frock features a blue pongee and blue silk buttons, paired with a sailor hat and white plumes.
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Land parcel of 1000 acres bounded by Victroon Baling Went North boundary Location 4754 and Location 41007 on South North West East boundaries, subject to damage and survey after which price will be fixed. Open Wednesday August 14 1912 Victoria District. Surveyed 286 acres at 2s per acre, J P Cragon's cancelled Conditional Purchase application Plag Northampton Classification 2.
The Geraldton church hosted a traditional English style wedding for the bride and Mr. Grant. Attended by one bridemaid Daisy Tozer, the ceremony featured floral arches and a choral service led by Rev S Craven. Afterward a reception at Mrs Stepheards home preceded the couple's motor departure to Glengarry and plans for a trip to the United States.
The bride wore ivory white charmeuse satin with a high waist skirt and tunic, pearls, orange chrysanthemum sprays, lace train, and a satin rose. The veil bore a Scotch thistle motif for the groom. Bridesmaid Miss Daly Tozer wore a chic rose pink silk voile frock with a corsage and fichu style.
Personal items report Daniel McGhivrays serious condition at his residence in Chapman road Geraldton aged 75 still working up to recently Reuben Morrell of Greer tight plans a three week visit with his brother in the Northam district Henry Sones aged four score and four dies at Victoria Hospital buried at Wesleyan Cemetery Inspector Holmes returns from Shark Bay after investigating a shooting Geraldton advertisement promotes grey wool bloomers and undershirts at Red House leading drapery house.
Public notice invites readers to a lecture on pyramids in Egypt this Thursday. Details include venue, time, and a request to contact Mr W. Stanatehi or Mark Ray Puny for further particulars. Reward offered on return of item to W. HL. Kent.
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