Desperation clash as Scots Guards fire on police
In London near Sydney Street a violent fight erupts as guards engage police trying to arrest a woman. Magazine pistols are used, walls scaled, and a building is set ablaze. Three bodies found. Detective severely wounded but recovering. Public outrage grows over British handling of the incident.
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Lonifon
Despeturiors
Ertreal
Uhesatm
Thousant
Scotn
Sydney Street
Poffee
Billiards Series Between Australian and Dizzie Stands
In London on January 4 the billiards match between Aamiy the Australian and Dizzie reached 2,000 up with Gray leading 585 and Direle 450 as the series continued.
Lloyd George Insurance Scheme Proposed in Parliament
The British scheme aims to provide for sickness insurance run through existing friendly societies on a compulsory basis. Workers earning below a set threshold would contribute, with a basic token funded by insured workers and the remainder shared equally by employers.
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Jon
Lloyd George
Tremendous quake strikes Russian Turkestan ruins towns
A severe earthquake in Russian Turkestan devastated half the houses in Eri and Kopal reported via Reuters. A strong aftershock lasted about five minutes causing widespread damage as seismographs at West Bromwich registered extreme readings.
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London
Reuter
Russia
Russian Turkestan
Eri
Kopal
Beriefly
West Bromwich
Revenue figures and cabinet plans from Melbourne dispatch
Telegrams report the Commonwealth revenue totals for the year with Customs, Revenue, and Postal figures and compare with the previous year. Ministers Pearce and Batchelor to visit London for the Federal Government at the Twoprria Conference, with eight months to prepare designs and criticism of the Posts Department tender. Also describes a railway accident in Japan where Patrick Flanagan was killed and William Cook seriously injured.
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Federal
Perth Return Signals December 31 Timetable Issue
In West Australia Perth on January 5 a Lands Department return notes a six day December 31 period involving a notation about a timetable or boundary event. The document references official proceedings and local administration affecting the land or property schedule.
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Perth
Lands Twertonemn Malin
Financial figures and labor unrest dominate late report
A muddled summary shows totals for area, sales, and revenue with a noted budget increase. Immigration and customs inquiries unfold as Victoria suspends actions while Labor disputes at Veaghetarr escalate with miners wavering and proprietary factions frozen. Anodyne incidents include deaths and a railway accident with Fitzgerald collapsing after gas exposure.
Parliament Readings and Votes on Public Library Trustees
In the House of Assembly the Sin Toram increased payment to net and a measure for the trust ees of the Public Library were read a REAL time with second readings. Estimates followed with votes for the Colonial Secretary's Elements SMB 5 and others. Police Department debate ended with a 22 to FF vote. West Perth member Mr. Jacoby adjourned the Seats Bill debate.
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House of Assembly
Police Department
Cdia
West Perth
Jacoby
Australia defeats South Africa in Sydney Test match
In Sydney on January 4, Australia clinched a victory over South Africa in the concluded Test. Strong batting by Tammer 159 and Schwarz 82 helped Australia reach a large total while Whitty and Cotter delivered tight bowling, sealing the win as visitors collapsed in the second innings.
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Sydney
South Africa
Firet Tuwees
Golafields Cricketers in Geraldton Scorecard
The Golafields Cricketers in Geraldton show weathered scores with Meekatharra players listed and several bowlers noted. In the first innings totals, overs and individual figures such as Shelton and Copeland appear, though many words are garbled.
Geraldton V Martison A Cricket Match Report
A representative match Geraldton versus Martison produced ideal weather and lively play. De Manuel’s 66 helped set the tone as standout bowlers Willis and De Manuel excelled, while Munster, Catter, Part and Rock looked a threat to push the visitors. Local fielding was resilient, with Geldine’s bowling delivering the crucial moments.
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Kegu
Mary Msu Geraldton
de Manuel
Thancea
An Poat
Munster
Catter
Part
Rock Wuld
Sien
Howerer
Eta Wn
Eldine
SMT
Oto Kelly
Genpitu Beg
A& S Geldine
Firewood Strike Threatens Mines Output
The firewood cutters strike disrupts supply for mines as 0 to 100 workers halt, risking 40 001 tons of tie per month. If the stoppage lasts past Tuesday many operations may shut, risking thousands of jobs and delaying ore production.
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Kuleoorlie
Jay
Geraldton Guardian
Commonwealth
Cricket scores and dinner mark visiting Kumuralton event
Murchison match commentary shows Carter bowled, several bowlers listed with wickets. A complimentary dinner at the Commonwealth Hotel followed, hosted by the Mayor and councillors with the cricket carnival guests from the goldfields, including the Association president Mr A W Raynie, celebrating cordial relations and a hoped regular exchange of visits.
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Bonef
Commonwealth Hotel
Howether
Reading
Association
A W. Raynie
Geraldtonians
Guldfelds
Unclear sale notice involving Meadowcrow assets and stock
A fragmented old notice lists R A Meadowcrow and associates offering land and multiple stock items including horses, pigs, and agricultural gear. The text mentions terms, conditions, and a request to arrange abatement, with refreshments provided, all tied to a forthcoming sale on an unspecified date. The legibility is poor and multiple names appear distorted.
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Hataerta
Chaetoun
Railway Stakes result and mixed crop data scattered in fragments
The report mixes race results with a broken note on Artesian in the Railway Stakes and a Wheat outlook for January 3 1947 detailing UK and continental supplies. It also includes a paternal-uncle dialogue fragment and a Geraldton Guardian subscription offer.
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Government Land Agent's Office
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Sting
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