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Newspaper
Geraldton Guardian
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Aug 02, 1924
Page
3
London dispatch reports failed attempts to locate British aviator MacLaren amid shifting political talks on the Northern boundary. The piece notes ongoing inquiries by observers and lists parliamentary and tax issues tied to the Dundaalis family, with background on late figures and historical positions.
London reports on the Hayes Agency noting that arbitration could determine reparations payment terms in case of German default. Britain France and Italy would shape a plan depending on Germany's repayment progress. The Reparations Commission aims to proceed with deliveries and a provisional framework contingent on debt settlement.
London August 1 South Africa versus Samwex saw Samwex post 334 in the first innings, three short of South Africa. In their second innings South Africa collapsed to 42 with the loss of one wicket, underscoring a dramatic day in the match.
City notes a foot tallers group will perform in Nobawn with two programs. Linda Manb and Lea Cartwright announce a forthcoming nest recital. Tonight's attractions include a film lineup with Hope Hampton and Louis Wolheim, plus romantic drama and a mystery surrounding a miller's missing family.
Telegram notes indicate August action by the Plowy Mill-Owners' Association to raise Sour Wy 2 price to E15 per quart. The Bakers' Association will meet tomorrow night to consider the position as fears grow of further breast price hikes.
Darwin August 3 report notes a steamer awaiting departure for Manta 500 live cattle tonight. In Parliament Bruce and the Treasurer stayed busy with interviews and political talks. Treasury and Country Party sentiment remained favorable to the Budget amid broader Western Australia tariff recommendations and calls for regulatory measures.
Racing in Western Australia at Goodwood this afternoon lists hurdles and purses. Winners include Treasures in the Fleet Beggar division and Facetious in the Goodwood Purse, with betting at various odds and a dead heat for third in Moondah Steeplechase.
The article notes historic hotels at Murchison centre such as The Crown Hotel and The Old Spot Inn, describing their construction, fortunes, and social role for miners and promoters. It mentions planned box plans for the Merrby-Go-Round, film showings at King’s cinema, a theatre program for Ana Christie, and a banking move to new premises with upcoming auctions and a racecourse lease.
Auction notice for Nabawa Markets Turedat and August 1901 by Elder Smith and Limited. Sale to include net resale items with details to be announced. Bidders advised to attend the auction on the 5th of August.
The junior British Association game before the senior section ended in a draw for Town and Rangers at Queen's Park. The Land Chief Justice and Lord Darling granted a mandamus rule to probe why the Taxation Department should not refund about £1,000,000 levied as taxation on mosayn received by the Exelesisation Commissioner during the interval.
A Romastreet stopwork meeting of railway men passed four motions demanding restoration of the 15 percent wage cut by the Theodore Cabinet and a £4 minimum wage. It called on Mr. Theodore to resign political representation and urged state workers to hold further stop-work protests after the Queensland Central Executive reports. All motions were carried unanimously.
Shearing began at Beringarra Station under Contractor Stewart a fortnight ago. 270 head of cattle from Bernegarra will be hauled from Day Dawn yards for Mullach. 750 sheep were taken to Midland Junction by Mr C J Smith. NZ and Australian Land Co official Mr Botterill toured Beringarra with RH Wallace noting drought impacts and stock removals to improve conditions.
The Australian Museum Magazine for July September showcases humor prose and art by Tow Bell Leon Heron G K Townend Noel Cook Geo Little Betty Paterson and others. J T Kinghors C M I S writes Birds in Relation to Agriculture with scientific analysis plus visits and studies by Misa Noresa Walker Tom Iredale and Anthony Musgrave. Road board notices report W E Clarke appointed secretary and Mrs Parrell recovery after a severe burn. Nathans veteran H Jupp visits town urging the Yans Multuwa railway extension amid district issues.
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