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Newspaper
Geraldton Guardian
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Dec 09, 1911
Page
3
London reports show the afternoon session left Gray at 4484 and Stevenson 4371. In the evening the English champion stayed close as play ended with Stevenson 6000 and Gray 5431. Bonar Law denounced Liberal corruption and Nationalist plots, signaling no mercy if further action is needed.
Mr. Boscawen introduced the Unionist Social Reform Committee bill to house the working classes. It provides for clearing slums and housing the poor in towns and rural districts. The treasury would allocate 1,000,000 pounds annually to local authorities for these operations.
The Naval Prize Bill passed the third reading by 172 votes to 125 in London on December 8. In Australia Cal Heath begins duties as naval adviser to the Commonwealth and will likely delete officers for the Australian Naval Training College, with departures to Melbourne expected next month.
An imperial edict directs the cutting off of queues and instructs the Cabinet to plan adoption of the Western calendar. The notice from Pekin cites a formal imperial action and government planning.
The King and Queen attend the Delhi Durbar in December as their arrival and royal procession draw crowds and attention from the Indian capital, marking a significant imperial event.
Spanish affairs and the French and British ambassadors attended a first conference on the Moroccan question in Madrid. The article notes Britain’s participation to the conference as interference in a matter affecting France and Spain.
Telegrams report a fatal collision 260 yards from a rail pier involving the steamer Hygeia and the excursion boat Jon Murray. Passengers were forced to leap onto Hygeia’s sponson. Hatton drowned after clinging to an open port. Government to install wireless stations along the coast using Australian material. four main sites planned by January end. Electoral Hill committee completes extended 35 hour sitting.
Wellington December 7 3 The political situation in New Zealand worsened as a government ballot produced a precarious outcome. The report notes the ruling party faces heightened fragility and potential shifts in support, signaling a troubled path ahead for policy stability.
Sir J G Ward stated he is firmly convinced the return on the second ballot will show the Liberal Party ahead. He warned of unscrupulous tactics used by opponents and expected the final verdict to favor the Liberals.
In Sydney on December 7 a breach between Mr Willis and the Ministry is noted as inevitable that Willis will vacate the chair. Members regard the breach as likely to lead to his removal from office.
This week featured strong rowing racing with rough water on Monday that challenged trail craft. A. Kidd led the final to a late burst, Kidd’s crew beating rivals as Houst Sherlock Holmes faltered before a strong finish. The Ryan Cup standings and world title prospects loom over crews, with club officials announcing a Palace Gardens gathering on the 20th for a social event after the race season.
Miss Mabel Hutchinson daughter of Mr BR D Hutchinson ex member and ex mayor of Gerakiton married in Perth on November 23. The note mentions Jase Mince Doe and Misey Doe from Alma East St. Kilda with unclear relation to Mortee and Mire Australia.
Correspondence from Geraldton letters to the editor discuss alleged popular prices for an upcoming event at King Hall and whether prices will rise. The Missional community notes a Methodist Church anniversary service with multiple sermons and hymns led by Rev J F Stone and Rev W Plosd-Shanmam.
International cricket report from Brisbane notes a visitors' 267 all out with Douglas scoring 101 not out. England players Tremonge Stradvickee, Kinnear, Woolley and Fivans contribute while Australia reply with Jennings Fennelly Stradwick and Barnes among scorers as total stands 367.
The Turf Club's December meeting at Ascot produced results with Wave first in the Jumpers Flat Race over a mile and furlongs, and Mise Alisey winning the Flying Handicap at six furlongs. The Chemistry of the entries shows close betting with Mise Alisey at 4 to 1 and Wave at 2 to 1.
Jean Hu eal and Jean Hogarne' appear at King's Hall Mons with a program featuring the fall of three ballets and identifications of bullets found in a pianist's remains. Miss Millie Clare performs a dainty comedy routine and Miss Myra Errington offers songs with a rich soprano voice. Patrons are advised to book early. box plan at Chapman's.
A cablegram from London reports average prices realized for West Australian wool clips. The figures show bales and prices for Meese and lamps specimens including Murgoo 101 bales 103d, Uaroo 300 bales TH, Yulebia 38 bales 236 bales aya c, Pyramid 179 bales 83d, Pardew 143 bales 8d, KPC 474 bales, Nooloo Downs 44 bales. The Geraldton Guardian will publish post.
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