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Newspaper
Geraldton Guardian
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Dec 04, 1924
Page
3
Reports from London Paris and Berlin describe a strike in Dublin affecting transport and prices. Berlin headlines note a mass attack near Siegen leaving eight dead. Parliamentary moves include Asquith and Ramsay MacDonald leadership changes. A Westphalia gang murder suicide and a mine roof collapse are also described.
A fragmentary note references a Dr Perth and a minister for mines with an oil related report. It mentions December 4 and a recommendation to surrender verth while noting lost sight of Midian Josstion pills and Erb vers ss in the context of the report.
Melbourne reports an interunion wrangle at Yel Journ brows coal mine where 300 workers halted. Disputes over wage awards fuel the strike as unions seek different rates. Victoria endures bitterly cold weather with December temperatures dipping and hail and snow reported in several regions.
A mother Annie Well of Moonah faced a Criminal Court jury with Justice Crisp presiding for a charge of manslaughter in the death of her 2 year old child. The court heard the child died after extensive vermin infestation and septic poisoning, revealing neglect despite charity aid requests. The jury found her guilty and she was ordered detained during his Majesty's pleasure.
Fragmentary OCR report describes a fatal riding accident on a street, mentioning a vehicle and pedestrian interplay. Names, numbers, and exact location are unclear, with several garbled terms and illegible phrases. The piece references a street and possible victims or bystanders but lacks a coherent narrative.
Scribbled odds and backing details from Perth racing scene note A. Sibbritt linked to a ride on tranquil and mention Goodwood Five Hundred contenders. Bettors listed include Good Hope and other horses as favourites for Perth Cup and related events with various prices and prospects.
Fragmentary text mentions individuals with surnames du Boting and Bowlay on Hay Street and reference to a Mrs. MALE and a daughter of Tom Thr, with a possible judicial mention and mowers. The legibility is insufficient for a reliable summary.
A. W. Whitford, private member, moved in the House of Assembly the second reading of a bill to extend totalizator facilities to trotting meetings. The move aims to broaden betting options in Adelaide discussions dated December.
Mr E H Hall secretary of the Geraldton Traders Association states the association has reprieved the loved letter and public understanding requires shops to remain closed from Wednesday night the 24th until Monday the 29th. The Hon Minister for Labour has approved Factory and Shops provisions allowing hairdressers and shops to open on Saturday morning until 11 o clock.
The Turf listing shows acceptances for a Saturday program with races including the Flying, Forres Plate, Strickland Stakes, and Nursery Handicap. Notable entries include Hy and Bronzine in the main events, with post times and weights varying across six furlongs to five furlongs plus a nursery handicap.
A fragment from a newspaper item mentions the Murhison Inn at Geradton hosting a Lyric Musicians' Ball. The notice references a price or payment for mothers and wines, with unclear phrasing about cheaper options and a social event date.
Federal officers at Fremantle could not receive police protection for mail delivery. The Western Australia Labour Ministry was asked to arrange protection after a telegram from the Federal Ministry, but as of today no reply had been received.
Melbourne reports doubt about berthing of the Mon polia due to upcoming Christmas season. Lawrence, sanitary official of the Merchant Service, says members should facilitate ship operations. communities later discussed further arrangements.
Quoted garbled notes report Fremantle harbor activity with most boats being worked. Mention of Voldmanin and Ga Moores appears as unclear names amid council discussion and shipyard status.
Daloety & Company Limited invites further entries for the UTAKARRA sale. Fry and other consignments encouraged.
A short Northampton item mentions Dalgety and Co Ltd with reference to a person named Dave crying. The fragment implies a business or shipping firm involvement in a local notice.
A terse dated mark reads the fourth day of December in the year 1904.
A vivid cinema notice highlights Pola Negri's performance in The Cheat at the King’s Theatre on Saturday. The piece promises a dramatic, provocative screening with Negri delivering a powerful, take-no-prisoners portrayal in a lavish production.
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