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Newspaper
Geraldton Guardian
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Aug 07, 1926
Page
3
The British Price Press quotes Mrs Lamson defending wartime relief for miners amid hunger concerns. It cites support from the United Nations of America and urges continued subsidy to aid starvation relief and nutrition. The piece argues government action should persevere to prevent malnutrition among mining families and especially children.
The Knights of Columbus adopted a motion protesting against religious policy in Mexico. They warned Americans cannot endure on their doorsteps with impunity the denial of religious provisions, urging action by the government to defend constitutional rights.
Fragmentary dispatch claims M. Zinoviet to be sent to Siberia and hints at a temporary left right power balance within Rossetian circles. The Twelfth Eumdsetian declares a cease in rival struggles as Stalin’s bloc appears to gain leverage through a tentative pact with Tri.
A Medical Reward Council study in a model village near London tracked 240 schoolboys on varied diets over five years. Results show modest weight and height changes by group. Extra milk, sugar, margarine, and casein correlated with small gains, while overall behavior improved yet school performance showed little measurable benefit.
London August 3 Daily Telegraph reports Mussolini’s latest moves provoke warnings about Italian leadership and gender roles. The piece argues Italian women’s modernity challenges traditional order while Parliament contemplates influence on national policy and social norms.
The MacMillan Arctic expedition dispatches from Portland Maine describe a transmission received Saturday evening and a follow up on Tuesday. The report notes discoveries and plan details, with emphasis on the ships and crew involved in the Arctic aid mission and subsequent actions.
August 3 reports from Lamon indicate possible trouble as House of Commons questions probe actions to block entry of the JugoBite troupe into Bulgaria following a border incident. Government says it is watching closely with no suggestion of cross frontier pursuit, amid unclear leadership for the matter.
Telegrams from Western Australia warn Commonwealth Bank Perth manager Jane receiving notice about forged notes circulating. Authorities urge vigilance and caution to detect counterfeit £5 notes with altered fronts and distinctive foliage patterns.
A garbled OCR fragment describes a prisoner's alleged desparation and a court proceeding. It mentions a defendant named Draper, a Crown Court restening, cells, and an attempted assault with a block of wood, halted by intervening forces, with unclear chain of events and unsure names due to damaged text.
Australian players in England suffered another abandoned game as Warwickshire led 361 for the loss of seven wickets when rain halted play. Woodfull was dismissed by Partridge, McCartney, Hanley, and Fiddin had stints, Hewitt by Sundries, Wynter tied up, and Hewitt was out hit wicket for 30. several early bowlers listed.
A garbled OCR item lists players and clubs such as Worcestershire, Essex, and references an upcoming match at the Oval on August 14. The text mentions names like Kilner and Woolfull along with scattered team hints, but readable facts are limited to a Belfast style date and a planned contest at the Oval in mid August.
At Darwin Port Fremis Bay an aviator Alan Cobham was greeted by a large crowd as his De Havilland craft arrived for fueling. Officials including Acting Administrator Vinyford and Police Commissioner Dussey attended, praising aviation’s progress as the plane prepared to depart for further demonstrations.
A Marine Court order suspends Captain George Colston Maine after a probe into the wreck linked to North Leet and North Queenslin. The court directed certification actions pending further proof and dated Vomonthn.
Confusing OCR text reports imprisonment in Queensland for a man named Robert Turner linked to the death of a Maryborough dental surgeon. The article notes a husband was unable to live without his wife and mentions a prior trial, with unclear dates and events.
The A.W.U. pushes a ten shilling increase in the basic wage with a total rise to £4 10s 0d for Bricklaying and corresponding hikes for other divisions in the state. The move reflects union pressure across sectors as workers seek standardised pay improvements.
Ainge Cobham is expected to reach Friday of next week for a reception hosted by the Returned Soldiers' Lodge. Cobham will attend and receive guests tonight. The town reports no liquor or beer available, only whisky scarce, and edible bush food used as substitute. Fish are plentiful but timing uncertain, with Malabar arrival awaited to relieve shortages.
A deputation from the Trades and Labour Council met Premier Gunn in Adelaide to request a 44 hour week for daily paid government staff. The Premier promised to refer the issue to the Cabinet for consideration.
Adelaide reports the Federal Attorney General Ar. Lathan departed by express for Geneva in August. The journey is noted as part of official duties involving pest control matters and international affairs. Lathan is a key government figure, traveling from Adelaide to meet counterparts and address urgent issues.
In Sydney area tragedy unfolds as Perdiaang Becearin, 42, shoots his wife Louise and then himself after a history of quarrels and alcohol. The couple, described as educated residents of Murray Milly, were found dead in their rooming house where William Cassidy, son in law to the owner, was killed by a shot during the night. Neighbors report daily presence and distress preceding the fatal events.
Reports from Queensland detail a severe drought with vast stock losses and soaring water and fodder costs. Freight trains struggle for power and readiness, delaying relief fodder delivery by days while authorities try to confine drought news within bay boundaries.
Railways defeated Movers in a winter recreation ground game with close scoring as periods favored Railways. Junior Railways won with a strong lead while junior Movers posted a single goal. Perth results show South Fremantle beating Perth, West Perth defeating Claremont Cotteshoe, and Town drawing Rangers. Stray stock warnings issued for Northapton streets as authorities seek to curb damage.
Mullewa estate sale conducts an annual sheep auction featuring Merino ewes, wethers, and drafts. Buyers from Perth and Geraldton can travel by train, with lots including 178 sheep and various forward and draft weights. Contact Labby & Co Perth and Pinner Smith & Co for details.
A man named Robert Hutchinson, a carpenter aged about 30, working on a new building at Wandages Mountain, 125 miles from Aarmevon, died soon after an examination by Dr. Hill. The incident followed a period of illness and the coroner’s inquiry noted the death occurred during the course of labor at the stave site.
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