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Newspaper
Geraldton Guardian
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Aug 23, 1910
Page
3
London reports the British crater Bedfuri was wrecked near Tokio with many lives lost or feared dead. Details remain incomplete as officials assess the extent of the damage and casualty count.
Reports from London dated August and August 11 describe cholera cases in Russia totaling seven thousand and a proactive crusade against disease in English provinces led by the Women's International Health Association. Efforts include warnings at French frontiers and sea ports plus heightened vigilance by local sanitary authorities to curb cholera introduction. The drive features prominent theater figure Ashwell promoting health measures amid infant mortality concerns.
London reports Restia protests Turk force activity near Urmia in Persia. Turks reportedly hold land north and south of Urmia as Bulgaria refugees are asked to return to Macedonia amid ongoing inquiries into violence.
London reports Brazil selects German military instructors for the army causing unease in Paris where French officers training Brazil’s troops are sought. Paris notes Brazil invited Germany to Alsace maneuvers in 1908 and declined French plans, reflecting ties with the Kaiser.
On August 22 in Lantos, South Africa moves toward completing the elantiony as 29 Dinieterintiete and eight Oppostion tata Mave brea return umutinsed.
Great Britain reports a slip at Portamouth prepared to receive the keel of another battleship. Significant alterations are being mapped in the machinery to speed construction of the vessel.
The Executive Council of the South Wales Miners' Association has authorized 200 workers in four shafts at Rhondda to end existing disputes over bonuses, citing non fulfillment of the agreement as the motive for the termination.
Portable notes indicate Johnson Jeffries fight pictures shown in Dublin despite protests. The exhibition, labeled as a cinematographic display, references London and Ireland locations with viewer attention noted.
Officials state unlicensed shows of pictures are illegal. Promoters argue the images are inflammable, claiming no licence is needed to exhibit them.
In Londo August 2 Mr Priscom acting for Mr Roosevelt visits Cleverley to confer with President Tate. The meeting is described as conciliatory and enlightening stressing the need for national administration to remain neutral between New York State factions. The dissension in Republican Banks favors Democrats in New York and Jocury.
The Minister for Defence explained youths aged over 15 and under 21 must register from January 1 next year with officials empowered to verify ages. Registration runs January 1 to June 30 and penalties will apply to noncompliers. Opposition debates a cable subsidy claim, with the Prime Minister saying no job loss and equal access to news.
Melbourne August 22 1909 figures place Victoria produce at £40 411 305 in value. Five years earlier the total was £28 036 011 highlighting a substantial growth in agricultural output and trade.
Perth reports the Arbitration Court upheld the penalty clause of the Industrial Act in the Colfe coal dispute. The Miners' Union was fined £25 after the recent strike and related enforcement action by the real companies.
Tramway disruption continues with little change in the situation. A bearing man helped to testify against union officers for their role in the alleged strike. The case is not concluded.
The Kommoulders refuse to submit their wage claim for an increase to per hour at the Weyer yard. They announce they will be reported by the entire imould era in Yao Commonwealth.
Sydney reports the Arbitration Court award confirmed. It is officially announced that prices of all footwear will be advanced from September 1. Ava reeplt noted in the update.
Alfred Evans a jeweller was found dead in his bed at Retfeen. A postmortem showed death resulted from poison. Police are investigating the suspected poisoning as details remain unclear.
A letter discusses early closing laws and the English Shop Regulation Acts, citing Perth and Geraldton drapers and public sympathy for shorter hours. It argues for reduced hours, critiques shopkeeper hostility, and links to McCabe lectures on long workweeks and evolving labor standards.
Miss Jessie Ackermann, noted as the sole lady fellow of the Scottish Rural Geographical Society, praised Western Australia and the mid west during her visit. She recalled traveling by camel to explore the Succhison goldfields a century ago, then later crossing vast distances and sleeping in 2 700 beds over six world tours.
Miss Ackermann delivered a lecture titled Easter in Jerusalem at Geraldton Town Hall after the mayor’s absence. The audience heard of a 100 pilgrim voyage to the Holy Land with mentions of Jerusalem and Bethlehem and the significance of events from 2000 years ago. The meeting closed with a dosology and an invitation to an AWLNL gathering tonight and a further Town Hall lecture tomorrow.
The Geraldton Rite Club organized a rifle shooting event concluding Saturday afternoon with Mc Gee winning the competition. Rowe posted a notable score and equipment notes are mentioned among scattered ad text and verses.
Mr Reuben Backshall and his bride arrive from the Eastern States on Saturday. Engagement announced for Miss Elsie Rowan to Mr B A Leix with plans to wed soon. Another engagement listed, Miss Mackesey to Mr A Orr. Proposals involve Glideaway Rink patrons. Mr Udy, Geraldton Land Agent, returns from goldfields this evening. Ms Coline to manage Geraldine office in Udy’s absence. Por Chronic Ches, Complaints, Woods Great Peppermint Cure. is 64.
A public meeting will be held at the Mut Hotel on Friday next at 8 pm under Mayor authority to discuss resolutions relating to living in London. Mr F J Mayman of the Ceylon Bureau and other speakers will address the audience. The Mayor Mr J Urch will preside.
A Saturday event at the Shamrock Hotel honored Mr Wallace with a framed photograph of friends. W Kelly chaired and spoke warmly about his longtime friendship with the guest, who expressed gratitude for the token and goodwill of friends. Several toasts followed including The Agricultural Society and The Licensed Victuallers.
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