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Newspaper
Geraldton Guardian
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Dec 12, 1925
Page
3
Dec 11 report notes widespread fighting and air raid conditions as Mestrourt and nearby areas endure repeated clashes. Officials describe disrupted transport and casualties while workers protest pensions and uncertain jobs amid the broader war effort.
An unclear OCR passage discusses a proposed wartime conference with invitations reportedly to the United States and Russia. It mentions a committee liaison, a “great Britain Hugo” figure, and the idea of proportional truaments for each country. The text is garbled and lacks coherent facts.
Report from London notes improvement across major industries with the cotton and woollen sectors recovering and engineering output rising. In contrast a violent response to abolition efforts sparks public unrest in Constantinople and wider political tension grows as warlike events unfold abroad.
London reports a gesture of peace as negotiators announce a boundary accord. James Craig states the release of prisoners and reconciliation steps to reduce offences during the division talks.
The National Wages Board has rejected demands for wage reductions and rejected the railway campaigners call for higher wages. The award is said to affect railway workers, with the board's decision shaping positions and potential effects on pay scales.
The Cunard liner Aquitania braved a severe gale arriving at Heathampton. Five feet of windows were smashed as the ship slowed to 14 knots. Workers prepared to circularly steer the vessel for repairs while wind and water raged. The ship’s display buoy was damaged during the gale.
A widow, Mrs Gressham, asks the Court to recover £300 given to a supposed spirit medium, Miss Careless, after alleging misrepresentation. The case alleges Mrs Careless enticed Mrs Grasalant into contacting the deceased husband and arranging a bank transfer to the medium, followed by a request for repayment.
A fragmented OCR item notes unrest in American sports and politics. Mentions boxing, Broadway theater, saloons, a mayoral figure, and a contentious election. Claims confusion over a candidate’s identity and an attempt to influence deposits.
A major earthquake rocked New Zealand causing extensive damage and public alarm. Officials report collapsed infrastructure and displaced residents amid ongoing rescue operations. Local authorities urge caution as aftershocks continue to threaten safety.
Perth December 12 A deadlock in negotiations between the Midland Railway Company and its workers ends in a temporary arbitration conference before Acting Justice Davien. Strikers demand future wage adjustments, 44 hour week, and wage increases recently conceded to railway employees. The conference fails to secure a binding agreement and future adjustments are left unsettled.
Unclear OCR provides mixed names and events. Legislative Council debated or introduced a bill related to required amanities while Mibs Miller was reported in serious condition after a collision on Swasbosrar Hill Tuesday. No reliable dates or clear entities beyond Miller and council references.
Information from the Industries Assistance Board shows a second estimate for wheat and hay production. Acres sown for grain rise by 13,105, yielding 20,702,100 bushels, while hay acreage drops slightly and production falls by about 20,000 tons.
Spectators witnessed a dramatic coal and oil transfer aboard a tanker at Fre Mantle as the Dithats arrived from Perak and the ship began pumping operations. The spectacle featured unusual side and stern views and contrasted with typical tanker design, drawing attention from onlookers and indicating rapid expansion of maritime activities in the area.
MWA Manson Bell travels across Australia with her daughter by car. She notes a warm reception and good health on the journey. A telegram from Fort Valley mentions a wax seat event and a Monday stop as part of the tour.
After a lengthy debate in the Legislative Assembly Premier William Want survived a confidence motion by five votes. The government reportedly discussed privately dropping the redtribution of Bent Bill as part of the ongoing political maneuvering.
Avons Vic residents report bathers near the reservoir and warn about affray and raiders. A £3 reward is posted to trace the offenders. Commissioner Clamen urged immediate police action upon receipt of the report.
Mr Anstey deputy leader of the Federal Labour Party suffered a sudden seizure described as a mild palsy. he is out of immediate danger but remains under medical care in Sydney. The report notes the health scare occurred on Dur 1 and provides no further details on his condition.
The government plans a 44 hour work week with an immediate proclamation once the Governor signs the memorandum. The shorter working week is to take effect from January 1, with the full timetable commencing January 7 or December 8 as indicated in the draft notes.
A fragmented report notes another vessel loaded at Bebbane with farmers present at the wharf. The readable text is partial, but indicates activity centered on loading operations and local involvement.
Afternoon games in the Gerskites Cricket Premiership resumed at the Es recreation Ground. Progress scores include Mercantiles versus Austral as well as Cosmopolitans at Geraldton with totals listed for each side.
A jumble of horse race entries and betting odds from Molen Vighe to Goodwood Newmarket alongside a long feature on the Geraldton Yacht Club and Kimberley diamond mining. It notes horses such as RUPATOR and HELENA PLATE contenders with prices, and reports a 110 carat Kimberley diamond find, discussing African mining output and diamond valuation.
Sydney Dex IL reports potential damages and writs for detentions tied to Messy, Walsh, and Jonownies. Bruce and Pearce expected to resign amid deportation proceedings with Commonwealth claim of 15000 pounds. Court notes officers at Garten Island offered courtesy amid complex legal maneuvers.
The report concerns the reach of federal authority under the Constitution in Australia. Debates arise over the Commonwealth’s capability to regulate industrial disturbances and related matters. Legal experts weigh whether proposed actions fall within federal powers and if Parliament can authorize immigration measures to address industry concerns.
Confused notes suggest unions and labor factions clash over constitutional funding and an appeal to the High Court. Extremists contend courts are partisan, raising questions about who finances and controls the action.
A definite split has emerged within the State Laborer movement over deportations. Industrialists reportedly press for action against the deportation shock while a faction urges a mass stoppage meeting of unions aligned with the group. A meeting of the Labour Council is planned to override the faction and set primary measures.
Ebber Swit and Po report a November sale at Babine featuring dairy cows priced £15 to £19 and £8 to £12 for medium and aged cattle. Fours and geldings range from £15 to £30 with broken-in horses and workers offered around £5 to £11. Artificial linVt for older milkers noted. pensions cited at 27.17 percent.
Church notices describe Holy Communion services and parish events led by Rev H Faull and Archdeacon Moore with choir performances and a Sunday school awards day. Separate Tokyo skeleton discoveries reveal Masato Inouya era remains under a tower, linked to prayers and heroic voluntary fasting for preservation.
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