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Geraldton Guardian

Location

Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia

Date

Aug 14, 1926

Page

3

Prime Minister of Iraq Slashed by Assassin

Aug. 10 Baghdad report describes the attack on the Prime Minister as he traveled this morning. He was wounded with a razor and cut on the cheek forehead and right arm. The Prime Minister's aide drew a revolver and repelled the assailant. The suspected attacker, Duteit Abdul Cavervenil, was arrested. The Prime Minister was sent to hospital in stable condition.

Razot Bagdad Iraq Gatheelno Paria National Assembly Versailles Hemate Willi Yaneed Bperia

Becoming an Exact Science in Weather Forecasting

An early article argues that meteorology will evolve into an exact science enabling advanced drought and storm predictions. It envisions early warning of famines, disease, and weather events, with widespread weather advertising based on precise forecasts.

New York

Government seals church properties in Mexico move

The Department of the Interior on Monday announced that Catholic Church annexes and other church properties have been placed under government seal across Mexico pending investigations. Dozens of locations are affected as authorities conduct closure actions amid lack of evidence against many individuals.

Areslee Department of the Tnterior Om Monlay Catholic Church

Canter at Munition Explodes Causing Widespread Damage

Report of a massive explosion at Velas moa works of Qusepel Isizad shocks city and countryside. Slaves of cepheiven dhechare fled as thunderous reports rattled two miles away. Telegraph lines down, extent of damage unknown, but feared enormous. Local authorities mobilize to assess and prevent further danger.

Lantern Festival Disaster Marshals Japan Losses

A lantern festival in Nojiromachi Japan was struck by a sudden disaster as heavy rain swelled the river. Fourteen people are missing after the floodwaters carried away lanterns and revelers. Three bodies were recovered by nightfall as authorities and volunteers pressed to locate the others amid distraught families.

Nojiromachi Japan Lorat

Rescue Efforts Continue After Submarine Disaster

Reports from Londos dated August 11 describe ongoing salvage work on the Hath submarine. Crew members labored under dangerous conditions to free trapped sailors while others risked exposure to water and flames. Several men attempted escapes or assisted others as the death toll rose and rescuers prepared to recover bodies for burial with honors.

Herouny Londos Sud Stiachel Morrow Moab Engiars Elliott Sutmariog

Revolt Reported Amid British Turmoil Near London

Fragmentary OCR notes from August 11 reference a revolutionary movement near London, with mentions of Pavie and Morty amid unrest. The readable text includes unclear phrases and broken names, suggesting a developing plot or insurgent activity impacting public order.

Needes Pope London

Kalgoorlie murder trial set for next week in Western Australia

Preparations for the trial of Charles Coutter, ex backmaker, and Philip Treffene on a fatal assault near Kalgoorlie are underway. A rush of public interest is expected with a large crowd anticipated outside the Criminal Court, forcing special entry controls and early queueing by hopeful onlookers.

Berth The Criminal Court Charles Coutter Kalgoorlie Philip Jake Treffene Barnam Chary Wilfel Harder John Walah Wilfergenst Alexander Pitman Katsoorlie Law Courts Autralia Micinls Yuruc Einay Supreme Court Nex al Western Australia

Government safeguards petrol price with new storage plan

Victoria announces precautionary measures to prevent oil importers raising prices to the public. Plans include large storage tanks at Perth, Adelaide, Springvale, and Beechane connected to Melbourne via the CAH, aiming to ensure adequate storage and curb price increases.

Perth Adelside Sping Beishane Melbourne

Commonwealth officials discuss salaries for council members

Mr. Bones stated the chairman would be paid £2500 and another member Mr. Easton, formerly with the Lande tm WA, had prior Kimberley district work. The remarks covered ways and weeks of the Commonwealth and the salary framework for the council.

Commonwealth Bones Wuld Easton The Lande Tm WA Kimberley Comneriod

Caught in BelIiro Workman Terrible Injury Report

A fragmented local note describes a serious accident near BelIiro involving a workman. Kerr is reported hospitalized, with urgent medical care underway as authorities investigate the incident. The brief item provides few specifics but confirms hospital treatment and ongoing concern.

Chahing Axtags Kerr

Remarkable overland car journeys across Australia start

An Australian motor service plans a pioneering Adelaide to Darwin and back overland trip. A convoy of 15 passengers in two broken big motor cars completed the desert crossing with no mechanical issues, praising wireless links and the potential for defense and development. The overlanding voyage begins this month.

Adelaide Darwin Central Australia Séevber Miles Sities Australia

Fragmentary text on death duties and finance

Fragmented OCR text mentions death duties and the British Exchequer. References to yields, figures, and persons are garbled, with unclear names and places. The readable portions indicate financial discussion but lack coherent facts or events to summarize clearly.

Cobham's Flight and Melbourne Welcome Steps

Melbourne reports that Colonel H. Krimmond says Alan Cobham may skip the Adelaide leg of the rotation flight while awaiting formal confirmation. In Muscat Cobham's mechanic was warmly received in working clothes but was asked to leave. The public reception resumed with officials and press interest as Cobham is due to land in Melbourne at 3 30 p m on Sunday according to Federal Government plans.

Cobman Melbourne H. €. Krimmond Civil Aviation Derwin Alan Cobham Adelaide Maphanic Beogaet Cobham Palive Muscat Ppeukoes Ward Theo Alas Cobham Siseday

Parliament adjourns without disability grant debate

The message reports that the Federal Parliament will adjourn next year without considering a proposed special appropriation for Western Australia's disabilities. Senator Pearce replies that the Privy Minister regrets no chance to deal with the bill now and that Parliament will reconvene early next year to proceed with the measure.

Peeth Collier Wester Autralia Henator Peare Fedeen Puli Melbourne Thase Last v Hemator Pearce

Premier denounces federal delay as political trickery

The Premier denounces the federal government for postponing legislation tied to a promised financial aid act. He cites a telegram from Senator Peares and a House reply as evidence of manipulation. He insists there is no justification for the postponement and warns of impact on the state's disability provisions.

Orth Collier Yestering Peares Mama Page W.A Pago

Political Tangle at Primary Producers Conference

In Perth Nag a motion from the Yanling Inamch party and allies urged cooperation with a non Lai Government at the next election if Sir Junte Mitchell is not in their ranks. President Mr BL Pudbuy said Parliamentarians could handle it. members feared change and some would welcome it, but most would not face him. The motion was withdrawn.

Padbury Perth Parks Upwal Primary ‘Producers’ Association Yanling Inamch Comnnry Party United Ny Junte Mitchell BL. T. Pudbuy Weiling Bir Jems

British Coal Strike Seance Reveals Rifts and Resolve

In an interview Mr A J Cook secretary of the Miners Federation states the rejection of a proposed scheme shows the miners united. He notes delegates will meet on August 10 to decide future policy and does not foresee a serious breach within the federation.

Wey A. J. Cook

Fires Threaten Mines As Safety Staff Shortage Grows

Reports indicate overheating pits in tandem works and Bentley and Beckworth collieries. The shortage of safety personnel alarms miners who refuse extra safeguards amid rising fire risks.

Teesk Bentley Beckworth Jonderr

Weathered Lord's match ends with Public Schools collapse

Bright and breezy day as Australia tests Public Schools XV at Lord's. Callies won toss, Australia 264 in first innings led by May with 53, Public Schools bowled out for 114 in first innings and 186 in second, Whittaker and Levett among key names, final total 105 for 2.

Scommbien Australia Lord's Callies Bretwee Ube Meksuls Corfina Killick Colin 1 Fehools Feds Elcorn May

Promising Bowla Delights London Crowd

London on August 13 witnessed May's bawling feat delight the crowd as it pleased the Lord's crown, delivering satisfaction and public acclaim for the performance.

London May Tha

Unpleasant incident at Lord's over fielding selection

Lonnon August 11 report describes H L Collie objecting to Public Schools fielding the full side. Collins, leading the team, left with Taylor amid surprise from public school players as Killick was urged to withdraw for the innings. A note from the pavilion and a rebuke from the secretary of the SLCC followed. Collins expressed distress at events and questioned reluctance to field eleven men in Australia. News reports differ on details.

Lonnon Lord's H. L. Collie Collins Taylor Sih University Colling Killick Binnen Pivers Australia

Champion for Collins in Daily Herald confusion

Amid mixed reports Londos and IL Bs defend Collins stance as major newspaper coverage sparks debate. The Daily Herald notes divisions over action and questions the motive behind the decision.

Londos Aug Daily Herald Teat Walin Ia Ed Setion Ems Coltinn Collins

Final Test Match Preview for Australian Team

Fragmentary OCR text reports on an Australian team final test match with names like Lennon and Tayhor and notes selectors and players such as Andrews and Riekandaos. It hints at lineup decisions and potential preferences but lacks complete details or clear outcomes.

Lennon Tayhor Andrews Eet Riekandaos Ae Heaikry Kier Tee Richaninsom Bere Fim

Minterne and Thorowah Lead In Grabs, Turf Stakes

Betting notes from Milbourne show 11 again in the Welter Handicap over seven furlongs with Coreywongs at 84 3 and Minteené winning steeplechase. The Grand hurdles feature Minterne and Thorowah leading the field in the one mile three furlongs stakes as Neem posts 9.3 in the final result.

Coreywongs Minteene Milbournie Mort Arkainga Idee Furkong Ype Te Riri Toarowahy Ating Laah Mising Link Minterné Thorowah Tore Hoaeel Is Misterne Treble Minterne Xumera Zpergoe Neem

Railway and Fire clash in midgame football scrap

A fragmented report notes a football match between Railways and Fire, with midgame dominance by Railways and unclear scoring. The piece references Brigades, a rough play balance, and timing around half time amid a chaotic description.

Ud Usar Witetan

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