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Newspaper
Geraldton Guardian
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Aug 19, 1919
Page
3
Fragmentary text shows a debate in Ames about national socialism and Bolshevik style snatchism. References to a man or group opposing anarchy and Bolshevism appear amid unclear phrases and garbled OCR.
The dispatch reports Denikin advancing near the Kemitin Tailway with prisoners, Bolsheviks retreating and evacuations underway in Kiel and the Ukraine. A Bolshevik wireless message from Novo Rossysk mentions English armed forces, while British cooperative societies face a major lockout amid strike threats affecting York and Cheshire.
Fragmentary report notes Miss Wylie of Australia finishing in the 100 yards match and references naval power polls and reorganizations. It mentions Admiralty regulations, threats in Awe and New Zealand waters, and hints at stronger naval forces in future years.
A partial dispatch notes Lloyd George addressing SNP statements on expenditure and timing. The fragment references world machinery and work pace, with limited readable context on the stance or implications.
George informed the Commons that the Star Stik policy favored state coal purchases. He cited Mr Justice Sankey's features for state acquisition of mines and noted government attitudes as discussed in London.
A clash is reported on the outskirts of Petrosavodsk as Prampaion troops counter Red Finn forces in a contested frontline area. The report notes heavy shelling and movements by both sides with no clear victor yet.
In a tumultuous regional tension report observers note potential actions against captured airmen. American officials warn of retaliation while awaiting formal responses from Mexican authorities. The piece underscores fragile diplomatic ties and looming consequences for bilateral relations.
The report notes six deaths and seventeen new influenza cases in Perth on August 28, with fifteen fresh cases and two deaths on August 29. It mentions school closures being recommended. In Tasmania the eastern capitals epidemic spreads with doctors struggling to cope as of August 18.
Geraldton reports seven influenza patients in hospital after a long illness. A Friday death at Northern Gully is noted, with another patient improving from serious condition. Yesterday two hotels and a boarding house offered help to neighbors, as aid efforts continue.
Telegrams report that following a decision on Saturday few Italians remain in the district after Tuesday except married men with families. Returned men will take no action against them, and it is hoped there will be no further disturbances.
A miners union protests the deportation of Italians and urges Crown Law authorities to intervene. Railways wages dispute also reports in arbitration court with a basic wage of 6d per hour and 44 hours weekly plus allowances.
Fragmentary OCR text mentions a fourteen pound object and a rabbiters find but readable details are insufficient to identify people places or events with certainty.
A meeting of the Council of the British Football Association was held at the Victoria Hotel with President Mr B G Parli as chair. Two matches were noted and it was decided to conclude the premiership competition with the Hansen Cup.
The funeral of Louis Patrick Conway, son of Mr Charles Conway, was held with a requiem Mass at the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception in Victoria Square, Perth. Rev Fathers J Yabey, D V Verlan, R L Pace and J Meville assisted. chief mourners included Mr Charles Conway, Mrs Fomce Fee, and many others from private companies and local families.
District notes a postponed vice captain appointment and possible firing on the 30th inst while urging healing of a barrel supply issue. Members are reminded of a secretive matter in the Davis Rifle District Union as discussions proceed amid rainfall notes and unclear items.
The fragment outlines Meekatharra Racing Club events on a Thursday in November 1919 with details of prizes for races including first and second class events. It mentions nominations and eligibility, committees and general advertising notes, with references to ladies bracelets and fencing/building decor. The text is garbled but indicates a racing program and administrative notes.
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