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Newspaper
Geraldton Guardian
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Aug 16, 1923
Page
3
August 13. German Communists issue an ultimatum to the government. They demand concessions for hook-note printers and municipal workers. Ninety percent of Berlin's industrial workers are at stake as unions press to bring out the remainder.
Seita im Baxony reports a large Communist force tried to storm the Town Hall, now held by militia. Nine Communists were killed and thirty injured, with many from both sides hurt in the ensuing clash.
Berlin correspondent Dr. Stree mann quoted in the Daily Chronicle declares Germany will not yield. He asserts Our country will resist occupation and insists the cabinet will remain strong despite external pressure. He argues legality of occupation should be judged by international peers and vows continued resistance.
Fragmented OCR text reports Smuts and other Cape officials discussing the Ruhr occupation's impact on Germany and Europe. It suggests Germany's perilous path, potential breakup, and European powers aligning to avert catastrophe, with references to Britain and America’s past wartime role.
Senator Raiberti, Minister of Marine, announced plans after unveiling two light rafts yesterday. He warned that history shows no great power exists without a strong navy and stated that energy would be focused on a rapid eight shot system as large units costlier.
London reports inAugust 13 dispatch that Italian occupation policy has broad public support. The Rome correspondent of the Daily Telegraph notes that six months earlier opinion was unanimous and now the subject appears supported by recent British moves.
A New York report shows the French franc quoted at 5 shillings and a half pence, the lowest rate on record. The market notes urgent currency weakness and local financial reactions as traders adjust portfolios.
The incident unfolds as Éamon de Valera’s arrest triggers sensitivity across Ireland. Troops cordon routes approaching Ennis while he travels to Clare, following an election meeting disruption and heightened security in the region.
In August, pressured by representations to the League of Nations and the Newt Enatelios Organization, Greece vows to remove all 15,000 refugees from Constantinople within a fortnights time. The issue centers on the plight of women refugees along the Black Sea coast and their precarious situation.
In London on August 14 workers have returned to work with about five per cent cut in pay. The stokers have resumed, but the stevedores and lightermen still continue to strike.
London reports a dramatic cricket match where Warwickshire dominates, chasing a large target to post 34,000 run in a decisive victory. Key figures and venue details are highlighted, with emphasis on the team’s strong performance and the standout batsman’s contribution.
Justice Burnside will pronounce sentence after trial of four accused Sar Bank robbers. The proceeding concerns frauds tied to Savings Bank operations and alleged waterice conduct during the case.
Perth report from August 15 shows ongoing East Province results with Carroll CP among the figures. Details are partial and awaiting full tally as ballots are counted and released by local authorities.
Fragmented account notes a person identified as Jane Bistew riding a bicycle from the Northern Territory to some destination. The text recalls additional travel by air toward Australia with unclear sequence and several garbled names.
The ALP faces ongoing probes into a ballot box scandal with claims of petition distributions peace cards irregular voting coupons and clerks’ processing used to influence ballots. Melbourne hosts the Pan Pacific Congress as discussions focus on broader electoral integrity and Australian responses.
The Premier Sir Jamies Mitchell spoke of an extraordinary journey returning from Coolgardie. He praised the cheerful mood of all ages and urged optimism about mining prospects at Birthday Gift and nearby lodes, noting the population’s resilience and the hopeful outlook for future mines despite challenges.
The marriage unites Ethel Basten of Geraldton and Ronald Hervers of Perth as Mr W Clarke-Hall, barrister, dies suddenly at Broome. Mr Newlands Chapman, a chemist, delays return to Sydney due to busy trade pressures, now likely until September.
Fragmentary OCR notes recount a Royal Antediluvian Buffaloes meeting with unclear directions and terms. No concrete date place or participants are readable. The text is incomplete and non-specific about agenda or outcome.
Belmont Park fixtures announce acceptances for a Saturday program featuring seven events. The list includes details for hurdle races first and second class plates, a welter handicap and multiple divisions with horse names and weights.
Belmont selections include Hurdles events led by Lochiol and Ryritz, with notable placings for First Clas Plate Aut omseade and Princes smiles in second and third. Second Class Plate shows Husem winning ahead of ot Bay and Beal Poe, while Third Plate results feature Robin Adair, Bur carlier-Outlook, and Chemker among top finishers. BRACING ON THE GOLDFIELDS.
Final acceptances published for the Newmarket and Boulder Cup races. One mile and a quarter event lists runners including Pagode, King Charles, Polygyny, Jelly Gin, Siete, and others with weights and betting odds. The Boulder Cup card features Propagation, Borgin, Pagoda, Bronzine, Military Modal, King Charles, and Prince Halberd among the acceptances in a 1 quarter mile run.
The notice lists Locatel's selection for the Newmarket Handicap and previews packed programme at Queen's Hall and King's Theatre. It highlights Monte Cristo and Montecei to be shown, with a mix of stage names, performers, and sensational acts. The swearing costs are noted as over £11,000, claimed to surpass Queen of Sheba, in a fragmentary, ad-like listing.
An Aus. football squad to compete in a Perth Powntey Week tournament is listed with player names and jersey numbers. The team will travel to stay at the Goldfield Club in Perth during the event period and features manager August Berger and captain Hyde.
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The Urial Court hears Arthur Baglin before Justice Areuseit as a clerk faces a theft case involving £118 10s from Navors, with arguments on responsibility and intent. The judge notes illness and contemplates sentencing, while Arcusod’s condition affects proceedings.
For sale at public auction by Geraldton Sub. Lot 11 and adjoining property titled as Moxamnanan Farm. 703 acres with 500 cleared, rich grazing country suitable for dairying or mixed farming. house, barns, paddocks, three wells. 1 mile from Toolara Siding, 11 miles north of Donnybrook. Auction includes 1 bullock, cows, heifers, steers, yearlings. breeding stock noted as high quality. Auction date Friday August at 2 pm. buyers urged to inspect and verify cattle.
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