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Newspaper
Geraldton Guardian
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Aug 03, 1912
Page
3
Practically normal conditions prevail on the London docks and in Belfast shipyards as strike disruption lessens. Fifty percent of London strikers have been reinstated while workers at the docks are being searched for revolvers amid tensions.
Frank Wootton of the English Jockey Club was suspended at Liverpool on August 3 for reckless riding. The suspension follows an investigation into a ride judged to be unsafe and dangerous to other riders and horses. The ruling affects Wootton's eligibility for future races under club regulations.
Advices from Mogador report Mulai Min leading 400 cavalry and infantry toward Marrakesh. Kaid Messkal and allied leaders plan to move 20 000 tribesmen to assist Sultan Mulai Haid at Casablanca, aided by French troops as they prepare to advance on Mulai Miu. A decisive battle near Fez is anticipated by month end. Six battalions of troops will depart France to reinforce the Moroccan campaign.
Washington report notes Taft’s formal acceptance of the Republican nomination. He acknowledges popular unrest and urges legislation to secure equality of opportunity for the poor, signaling a push to address economic disparities as the campaign begins.
Rain delayed play in the Australia versus Derbyshire match at Derry with Australia scoring 4 4 903 in their first innings. Local notes from Durawah and Geraldton report crops, paddocks, and community issues including a special match between Tigers and a mixed district team, road and store proposals, and concerns about schooling and opportunities for children.
The notice describes a father facing a legal appeal at Monday night, Florence CWnite presenting a titled performance, and a festivity titled Sets of aig The how a father. It mentions King’s Hall sponsor, a novelty dance, and a popular annual winter male with free gifts at the Toe Coliseum.
Day Dawn finished with 300 points, Genaurun 8, Sergt. Thomas 204, Townshend 3, PLA Leach 287, D. Smyth 27, ML L. J. Chapmag 27, P. W. Warwicker 29, total 537. Other totals show 600 and several individual scores including 28 9S 33 87 2 Bs 23 BS 83.
Metropolitan Mems Perth notes Geraldton footballers defeated by a city side yet secure the Sandover Cup inland championship. The piece praises their play, cites weather’s impact on grounds and crops, and discusses proposed cattle buyouts and labor policy shifts. Also covers a Perth Local Court teeth case, Irish envoy speeches, tramway purchase questions, and a hosiery sale.
Telegrams report a fatal accident at West Guildford on Thursday afternoon. Philis Vertman, riding in a cart with a marine store dealer, was thrown between horse and cart as a wheel ran over his chest. Several ribs fractured and internal injuries followed. he died within half an hour. The report notes additional context of the vehicle and road conditions.
In Melbourne notes from the House of Representatives this day refer to an adjournment motion. Mr Mahon spoke on fair play amid claims of an assault by workers at a camp building the telegraph line to Peak Hill and denied soliciting votes. Sir John Forrest criticized the Commonwealth Budget, arguing £30,402,000 is insufficient for £22,008,541 in spending. defense and pensions policies were debated, with Labor blamed for excess, spoils, and restrictive laws amid ongoing policy of the Liberal predecessor.
Alfred Lawrence, a caretaker at a Bennett Bros. sheep station near Mullewa, faced Geraldton police court for stealing a Gladstone bag valued at 15 pounds from Charles Ashworth, the Mullewa Hotel clerk. He admitted taking the bag while drunk, was arrested by Constable Anderson, and the magistrate ordered restitution, a fine, costs, and the bag’s return as a warning against drink-driven folly.
Amid a diphtheria outbreak in Naragala in May, Naragala School held an after noon entertainment for students arranged by teacher Sims Mulfield with Friends. Activities included football, road roller, tennis racquet, and a lavish tea at 4 98 pm with tables laden with cakes and fruit. Young visitors from Geraldton helped entertain, notably a girl who impressed with football and cricket throwing. By 6 pm the children departed after three cheers for the staff and helpers. A later note mentions the Collerum Great Record Winter Sale starting August 1 and apron stock from Dow’s stores, alongside fashion mentions from the era.
Fragmentary OCR note appears to reference a public act or lid related event in Belarus. The text is incomplete, with garbled lines and missing context. No clear names, dates, places, or outcomes can be established from the readable portion.
A compact OCR fragment lists brands and categories including Buchanan's Black and White, Polly Boteles, brandy Jules Freres, beers Swan Ale Globe Ale, champagne Monopole Quarts, Moet & Chandon, and a mention of gin. The readable items suggest a miscellaneous liquor catalog entry with multiple products and brands.
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