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Newspaper
Geraldton Guardian
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Dec 30, 1922
Page
3
London dispatch reports a correspondent stating war between Turkey and Greece seems inevitable. The message mentions revolutionary government influence and reinforcement plans, with references to military capacity and ongoing strategic moves amid upheaval.
In December Lomlui reports a large majority in fayne af acrepting an intimataty Fo dluction of w oblpyana slay. The Belfuse sock ets show support for a difficult reduction plan amid a tense local situation.
In a dispatch from Ireland an irregular group led by Clara Haltere and Dower Bariauir attacked a garrison near Dawa on Cavanwil. The raid disarmed guards who were unable to resist. The raiders seized two machines guns rifles and ammunition in a bold assault.
Toulon dispatch reports a railway worker strike threat by Free State rail workers over wage reductions. Workers oppose the proposal by 31/5 per week as suggested by the Royal Commission, following a failure to resolve the wage question.
In Linon on December 20 a raid on a public house near Chonakilty County led to a firefight as rebels attacked. A soldier was killed and three rebels were captured after the West Free State forces entered the building and returned fire wounding one more insurgent.
Twelve deaths reported in New York and London as a wood alcohol poisoning linked toll rises. The fragment mentions shipping companies reducing output freighters and weight measurements effective January 1 amid a December report.
Kampton Motes and Mrs J F Martyn host school children outing in Northampton. Metho dist Church Christmas Tree festival at King’s Hall draws attendees. Mrs Counsel departs Mt Lawley. neighbors honor her family with gifts at a social gathering. Weather remains cool as farmers face water and wheat stripping challenges. wheat mill operations hindered by shortages.
Large supplies of fruit and vegetables appeared at the Municipal Market this morning. Meat stalls showed good demand but poultry was scarce with high prices. eggs, potatoes, onions and apples were listed with varied rates.
A garbled report states the commission urges abolishing honours as rewards for service. It notes influence by Lord Denman and the Duke of Newcastle, with Domini ons and cash payments banned, and hints at the Prime Minister seeking a royal decision.
Perth December 30 The steamer was not in factory work and weather hindered service to Australia. Australian Wheat Association interviews discuss evacuation scenarios for Gascoyne wind. WA Government aims to relieve Romira experiments and maintain Sharks Bay and Wenham review without freight rate rises if Baunbra is withdrawn. London commentary quotes No Comment. Media reports mention rumors about shipping changes and government intentions for Western Australian services.
The report discusses Watts suggesting not to back the government ship and mentions Hughes as leader candidate. It notes the Country Party and Liberal members’ meeting backing Hughes and indicates a stir about leadership changes. It lists current party standings: Labor 29, Country Liberal and Independent 20, with the rest unsettled.
Fragmentary OCR lists several names and roles such as Allen, Duzacutt, De Largie, Henderson, Kingemill, Lazarus, Carroll, Williams, and tone references. Missing context absence of clear actions or events limits full summary.
Alf Thomas Liptos announces another challenge to the America’s Cup in yachting. A Moscom note mentions Toukoff and hangman races at eve, with Sena involvement.
Fragmented diary style piece describes a crocodile encounter by the Nile, shipboard observations in Nigeria, and distant London trade links including bone and feather markets. It mentions exotic birds, skins, and specimens tied to shipping and advertisements in Daily Mail era firms Merryweather and Sons and Mason and Co. The writer recalls seeing a crocodile and discusses skins, tail hooks, and the economics of specimen trade.
In a bustling West Australia turf scene at the Bier Cup meeting, horses such as Jolly Cony and Highway contested top honors with tight finishes noted. Betting odds and race results mention multiple stakes including the High Weight Handicap and the Bapling Stakes, while public sale ads reveal a stallion racing operation's partial exit after Mr Julie Cream's death.
Lacey arrived from Bumbney by Friday's trolley on abort visit to Geraldton. Mr J Puddy captain of the Geraldton Volunteer Fire Brigade, who has been in for some mw, is now about again and his wang rivals hope he will soon regain his customary good health.
A fragmented description recalls the laughing jackass and kookaburra folklore with vivid scenes of birds and wildlife near Australian homesteads. It mentions a jackaroo, a child threatened by a snake and a jackie guarding the verandah, with references to the Nnoni River settlement and a Daily Mail-like authorial voice.
The committee meeting has been postponed from January to January sixth due to holidays. G W Puller serves as Hon Secretary. Tonight features a program described as the greatest fight ever staged with dramatic show elements and performances. Booking opens for events at the Swunuiiog Shed on Monday.
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