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Newspaper
Geraldton Guardian
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Dec 14, 1911
Page
3
In the House of Lords the motion for the second reading of the Naval Prize Bill was rejected by a vote of 153 to 53, affecting the Declaration of London. The debate centered on the measure's implications for naval prize rules and international maritime law.
Adarian Janson of Tec notes a gathering in the Authors' Club as Colonel Maule sat out a crisis over Morocco. M Langlais, French Generalissimo, privately visited London and then informed The French General Staff that England could deploy six army divisions across the Channel, a move that preserved peace in July. A close game follows between Gray and Stephenson with scores Stevenson 11,004 Gray 11,533.
The steamer ashore at Cape Spartel near the Straits of Gibraltar reports indicate warships with rescue gear have been dispatched. The Duke and Duchess of Fife and their children are aboard the Delhi.
Lord Beresford openly attacked Churchill in London saying officers had been dismissed and the country must sow reasons. He criticized Churchill for a wrong start and suggested Britain should work with Germany while maintaining command of the sea.
At the Delhi Durbar the King announced the capital of India would be relocated to Delhi. A new Gover norship and lieutenant governorships for Bebar Choto Nagpore Orissa and three commissions for Amam were to be established. The crowd cheered as the National Anthem played and salutes rang out. In the House of Commons Prime Minister Ascuithy and opposition leader Bonar Law urged restraint while the King was away.
The London wool sales show rises across greasy merino and crossbred wools with increases from 5 to 15 percent for certain grades. Total offerings near 4,000 bales with 40,000 paid for home use and 10,000 carried forward. An anecdote recalls Field Marshal Sir Evelyn Wood mistiming his parade attire in Portsmouth as soldiers laughed at his tall hat with kilt and sporran.
Fragmentary OCR notes indicate a will for De Suaretan sent to Amy at a Commonwealth address upon receipt of an unidentified item or fee. Details are unclear, with portions reading as a receipt and booking reference.
The Assembly carried a second reading of the Stamp Duties Act Amendment by 10 votes to 3. An Income Tax Bill aims to raise £70,000 yearly, while the Stamp Duties Bill proposes fresh taxation totaling £400,000.
In Perth lawmakers discussed prorogation at session end and a list of bills to amend the Public Service Act 1904 and the Corporations Act, authorize railway from Norseman to Esperance, extend the Upper Darling, and adjust water and agricultural acts. The council agreed to amendments and the Colonial Treasurer warned of a deficit of £104,108 for the current year.
A fire erupted around three o clock in the Braham Bros den in Kalgoorlie damaging the park room. The cause remains unknown and fire origin is under investigation by local authorities.
Olympia Pictures continues a high standard week at Palace Gardens with the star pictures Old and anaes Floods and the detective drama Zigomar. Management adds a Christmas attraction with supplementary screenings promising a strong run in Albany. Sensational incidents and thrilling situations mark the program.
Final acceptances listed for the Perth Cup run December 28 with heats and distances. Railway Stakes set for December 30 featuring entrants Ayrville Ejector Mousme Parthce Eggshell and Lady Hons among others. Ascot gallops reported with times and pace notes for several entrants including Annapolis and Wlecabel.
A Walkaway cricket match began in midweek drawing intense interest. An outspoken observer notes the selection saga caused displeasure among Indy friends and some ladies, whose mothers demanded apologies for omitting their daughters. The game itself ended with the ladies winning 113 runs to 87.
Geraldton property sale advertises land blocks near workshops and a proposed railway station. Includes 25 blocks in Marine Terrace facing the beach plus subdivision lots, a seven room brick cottage on Fitzgerald Street, and several blocks across Shenton and Gregory Streets. Auction by Murphy and Co at Victoria Picture Gardens, 2 30 pm. Terms arrangeable. No reserve.
In a Meridian conversation on November 21 Daily reporter quotes Hon W L Baillieu Victorian Minister for Public Works condemning Labor's alleged plan to favor unionists and criticizing its socialist tendencies. He argues Labor now holds power but Australia will not tolerate socialist policy.
Empire Company presents a fine program tonight with The Red Hand a Paris melodrama hailed as a standout film. Also on the bill is the comedy Good Boy Hector. Picture lovers are urged to view the box plan at Mr Chapman's.
Fragmentary ad from James's in Perth offers Teddy Bears, Prima and Grearts, and assorted items at bargain prices. Mentions 20/ and nearby Szywalkia's with contact implied, but details are unclear.
De Tre Management announces a special attraction for Christmas screening of the famed Zigomar film Detective versus Thief. The notice lists personnel and theater details with names and locations in a compact, period-appropriate style.
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