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Newspaper
Geraldton Guardian
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Aug 25, 1927
Page
3
Cairo reports the death of Zaghtal Pesla a former Prime Minister of Egypt. The cause is described as a long illness following a bombardment injury to one ear. The notice notes his service and age, with emphasis on his prominent government role.
A flawed report reveals high indemnity charges in Australasia with 80 percent linked to one fund and 20 percent to others. In Los Angeles, Charlie Chaplin and Lita Grey reach a divorce decree with custody granted to Lita and a 25 000 dollar settlement plus a 200 000 dollar trust for the two children.
Sacco and Vanzetti were executed after midnight amid protests from supporters and affirmations of innocence. The condemned men declined religious rites and said they were ruined. A final vow of innocence was voiced as they faced the electric chair, while associates testified of gang killings in sworn affidavits.
About 1500 workers at the City Railway construction site halted work to join a demonstration. They were dismissed when they appeared for their pay, the department claiming the workers acted without permission and had self-dismissed.
In poor conditions Arrino defeated Carrumah 5 goals 7 behinds to 3 behinds after a hard fought first round match marked by rough play. Three Springs barely fielded a full side, losing to Haven 6 5 to 3 behinds while Mara's visit drew a small turnout.
A London railway tragedy derailed a train from Common Street to Deal and Folkestone at speed. At Riverhead Bridge the engine toppled and several coaches left the track, killing three and injuring many more. Rescue work and medical aid followed as doctors and nurses operated amid wreckage and frightened passengers. A girl reported her mother missing as relief efforts continued.
The Legislative Assembly advanced a bill to legalise the pulling of breed before five in the afternoon. A committee passed the motion amid talk of railway concerns and eastward shifts.
Kalgoorlie August 24 Attiaeted to Kalgoorlie after ue 8 tence of over 20 years by the Back to Goldfield Carnival. An old Kalgoorlie gee s ceired Jim Howan aged 41 years for sing of pure gold. There's more there and I'm going to seewan who baa out for Sie sons in Victoria join him in fer ther.
Fragmentary report notes a strike involving South Johnstone and railways. The piece mentions a commissioner, accusations, a court angle, and quotes about Matterson and McCarthy amid tension and alleged ringing in. The text hints at disputed conduct and internal inquiry outcomes.
The annual carnival of the goldfields opens at Boulder with the Boulder Cup as the principal event. Races include a one mile turf and a note on betting prices for Expator Anticipate and Mare Surprise. The report mentions smoking pipes for women and a century old pipe used at the event.
In Adelaide August 24 workers halted operations at the Glade station after a plumber was dismissed and demands for reinstatement followed. A meeting during lunch was lengthy, causing delay, and a notice later posted declared no work until further notice. Industrial trouble cited by Mr Butler in the House.
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