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Newspaper
Geraldton Guardian
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Dec 28, 1920
Page
3
Fragmentary police report from Lannton on December 27 recounts a violent incident at a dance hall. Officials describe a deadly melee with multiple fatalities and numerous injuries among attendees and security personnel.
Regulars seize Zata amid tensions as forces clash over a war vessel off Dalmatia. The incident highlights regional insecurity and naval maneuvering in contested waters.
Fragmentary text notes several people leaving for Perth and January arrival to take phase. Mentions Mr Witte Merrell, J. & W. Bateman, Rolph Mereneon, Bee Center, and Binie Hickartann returning from Gillabatong. Uncertain details and incomplete sentences.
The Meppington Band opened by Mr. G A Kempton and received praise for a fine program under the tent. The crowd, about 3 feet from the stage, enjoyed tunes by the Band and Wesley Church Choir. Donations reached over 18 pounds, with thanks to Swimming Gleb and other groups for their support.
The report outlines premium income of £1,688,702 and intervals, total income £525,543 for the year. Claims and disbursements totaled £153,153, with a surplus of £419,019 on the permanent fund. Assets include the Reservative Fund at £13,759,400 and an average interest rate of 4.97 percent. The report was unanimously adopted.
A fragmented report mentions Aby WM Alaibee traveling with a unit and moving along a route after a night rain toward Port. The text references Christmas and March in a distorted way, with no clear dates or outcomes for a specific action.
Fragmented telegrams report a quiet scene after Beene riots in Perth. References describe arreats and strained relations with authorities, while mentions of misdirection and ongoing tensions hint at a broader unrest. A cryptic note about Beene and Bealing Str MR appears amid garbled lines.
A Perth report dated December 27 notes railway workers and officials discussing ongoing troubles. Mr Se Bem a, the head of the London club, hints at potential further talks. Mr A M Callum, general secretary of the Kl wor pot at Porth Tray Gall, and Mr J J Kenscally could not be reached, with communications to the Commissioners Fur Rail maya (Colone Hope) and others indicating possible advancement in the dispute.
Reports from Melbourne cite Minister for Railways warnings of a possible railway strike. Train services may be halted around Easter, with passengers advised to seek alternative travel and expect disruptions starting late Monday near August.
Police raided Reverat hotels in Perth on December 28. A bedroom was entered at the Rite and £4 notes were stolen. At Grand Central Carter Palues £16/10 and a gold chain were taken. A former member of Golf Club was implicated. A guest alleges an electrical attack. A woman reported the incident.
A fire in Stirling damaged Busling Street Markets early December 24 with losses over £1000. The blaze caused serious harm to property and prompted police and fire brigade responses while authorities investigated the cause.
A scrambled report describes Faydeus and Deewmber with Laner and Baker aboard a vessel that overturned at night. Laney was exhausted and washed ashore later. Baker suffered injuries from the wreck and was attended at the scene.
Daniel O'Keefe a caretaker from Williama Estate was arrested after allegedly abducting and murdering a man at the Williame residence area on Hat ueuly evening. The victim received multiple gunshot wounds to the thigh neck and face and died at Kogarah Hospital around midnight. O'Keefe is in custody under police guard.
The seaside aquatic carnival featured youth events and rowing heats with strong crowds. Highlights included the 10K art set won by Cook, various school and junior competitions, and a well attended program organized by the Amateur Rowing Club with officials and a full spectator list.
Fragmentary notes describe Mr Maley and the Grain Elevators Bill, detailing talks on private capital for Fremantle and Granton wheat handling. The draft law seeks to establish elevating facilities at Grimton, with consideration of government support and property implications.
Linbournr reports Captain Grasatury will supervise the wartime female inspectors under the Commonwealth Government. He assists the Director of Navigation in matters relating to the Dartition Act and will oversee the warrantile tunrine office.
A garbled Christmas message mentions pricey twrkera-ter bess and turkeys, with hopes for plum puddings. The tone hints at shortages or concern over holiday food, but the legible phrases are scattered and unclear.
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