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Newspaper
Geraldton Guardian
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Aug 12, 1919
Page
3
Telegrams report a settlement in the Woodline dispute with wages remaining unchanged and concessions on commodities. Kadgournig notes the Premier and Mines Minister announced the agreement before departure for Perth, with miners to resume work at the previously stated wage rate as outlined in the consents provided by the companies.
A garbled report claims Captain Buter completed a flight from Adelaide to Mine faiwe in 97 minutes, with an initial leg of 65 miles. Wind conditions described as strong headwinds and an altitude of 1700 cer are noted, while the overall journey is presented as a successful test with uncertain polling of dates.
Disease spread affects multiple towns with fresh cases and several deaths. Reports detail new cases in York and Perth area. Authorities note seven deaths and forty cases tied to the outbreak impacting local communities.
Five deaths and forty cases were notified yesterday as Cue motels faced quarantine. Authorities reported an active time with one obituary in the area and three wards placed under quarantine.
Fragmentary dispatch from August notes death notices in Melbourne and Sydney with unclear details. The brief indicates notices were transmitted and reported across cities, but lacks specific names or outcomes due to damaged text.
Acbourne August 1 The Seamen dispute ends with claims of victory and a rumored settlement. Mr Walsh denies efficient statements and says the government will not release until work begins. The four main points reportedly conceded, while the government stance remains unchanged. Senior MiLen states the interstate conference upheld the original demand.
A fragmentary OCR item mentions a foe and a local unit in an unclear context. The readable text points to a confrontation or encounter but lacks details on people places dates or outcomes. Further text is needed for a precise card.
New York reports the death of Andrew Carnegie at Lenox Heath Resort Massachuset age about 84 years. The brief notice notes his wealth and influence as a mill owner and philanthropist while detailing small local recollections of the day. The second item mentions Hugh Hughes in Durban and Labour’s food production debate amid wartime shortages, including a social gathering with musical performances.
A Saturday gathering in Druids Madi welcomed returning soccer enthusiasts from various clubs. President E G Fecting, Mayor F Greeny, and officials praised efforts to reestablish the game amid postwar activity. War and army forces were thanked, with Major Pitt and secretary Gae among those speaking.
R Randle Ban acts for Francis Strer to auction a large lot from a beautiful house in Geraldton including bedstead dining suite leather furniture and a clock. Items described as in good condition with estimated dates and prices. sale set for August 18 with viewing arrangements and terms to be announced.
A detailed local rifle shooting report from Geraldton recounts two matches, scores, and equipment issues. Geraldton and Broome clubs clashed with 32 point margin in one, plus talk of future challenges, event timing around Easter, and the impact of postwar retirements on the sport in the North Western Districts Union headquarters area.
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