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Newspaper
Geraldton Guardian
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Jan 12, 1911
Page
3
February plans for the next Parliament are discussed as Joan Burns attacks the government and Lords’ powers face a blow. In London, Anguslay Puech of Phelps, Dodge is sentenced to 12 months for misappropriating £35,000.
London dispatches report ongoing inquiry into the Waratah disaster. The chief officer of the Clan Nactusyre said that if the Waratah's unknown steering fault had worsened on her Durban voyage the vessel could have become unmanageable and led to grave danger at sea. A Melbourne witness, Walter Morty of Adelaide, testified he was warned by sailors aboard during the first voyage to steer clear of the ship as she sharply lurched near the wharf.
A London Times correspondent reports Russia seeking British assent to Germany’s Persian central and southern zone demands before a Russo German pact. Berlin’s Post notes a Turkish terminus extending westward, urging England to align with Russia and Turkey rather than Germany. In sports, Cray defeats Diggle 8000 at a major match, while naval notes discuss French warships built for defense and the value of destroyers and submarines amid rising costs.
An article from The Times discusses threats and assassination plots in London tied to the coronation. It claims anarchists aimed to maim members of the Royal Family and target Nicholas II, King of Spain, and possibly Emperor Wilhelm II. The piece condemns foreign press scrutiny and calls out Britain’s Alien Act amid continental disdain.
The readable text shows garbled dialogue and missing context with phrases about money and a description of someone’s height. It mentions names Ian and Ste Tung and impulses about pleasing someone, but the passage is incoherent and lacks a clear event or outcome.
Telegrams report a motor car driven by Dr. Fullarton colliding with the Lamsden Invercargil train at Wallacetown. The car wrecked between two carriages, a child relative of Dr Fullarton was killed, and Dr Fullarton sustained a fractured skull with other injuries. Nurse Alar tin and Turehead also injured.
The Melbourne Tramways and Omnibux Company informed workers that ordinary weekly hours would be reduced from twenty four to twenty but present wages would not be lowered. Union reps urged clarity while management cited efficiency aims amid cost pressures.
On Tuesday the steamers Karitane and Sydney delivered 10,000 bags of potatoes from Tasmania. Some bags were condensed for shipment back due to Irish blight. Two prisoners escaped Porlinghurst gaol, scaling high walls and fences before dropping to safety by canvas rope. they remain at large.
Proposals to secure fuel supplies for the mines were presented in several quarters but none met full acceptance. A committee met the men’s delegates and discussed a workers’ case. Proposals for a new company were guardedly supported by delegates. A later meeting of serving bodies adopted a resolution to refer the dispute to arbitration.
In Kalgoorlie on January 1, Mr. Roberts general manager of the Associated mine sent his resignation to the London office of Southern Cross. A Bullfinch visit shows a scene of activity with all companies at work except the Proprietary. Coarse gold displays on the footwall side and rich ore on the ure treated as promising. In Busselton William Champion was found with his throat cut after heavy drinking and life despair. An attempted self harm with a table knife failed. recovery likely. In Nedlands a motor car accident left one passenger seriously hurt after a tram collision near the road. the vehicle burned and the chauffeur escaped injury.
Perth reports a stormy passage as the Redistribution of Seats Bill proceeds through stages amid vigorous debate. The bill faces fierce opposition and procedural trials, reflecting deep political divisions over electoral reform.
The chamber fought through a late night session as divisions and closures dominated on readings of the Redistribution of Seats Bill. Amendments to refer to a Select Committee were defeated along party lines, with disruptions from several members and the Premier. The House held past 1 a.m. and continued into the early hours while the bill moved to final clauses.
In Adelaide on June 14 the third test continued with Trumper in superb form, reaching a second century as Australia declared at 465. South Africa start their second innings trailing by 177, with five wickets down at lunch.
The list outlines imprecise entries for the meeting with many misspellings. It mentions numerous horse names and events such as May Bee and January Handicap along with various entrant labels. The text reads like a fragmented race card with unclear spellings and inconsistent names.
A fragmented OCR snippet mentions Olympia and pictures with names Aren Aren and Pea Mu. Lins Ru suggestive of a local feature or caption. The readable text hints at a city notice or entertainment item centered on Olympia images, likely a photo feature or gallery highlight.
Advertisement from the Geraldton Roads Board states that licenses under the Art 190a and Carrier Licensing Act 1276 must be obtained and fees paid at the Thomas, Duirlscher street Geraldton office before January 1st or penalties will ensue. The notice is signed by a secretary.
Greenough Roads Board announces January licensing and dues compliance for district vehicles. Defaulters will face penalties after January. Recelare will attend at the office on Mondays and Tuesdays and Wednesdays. Maura, 10 Aored pm, By order of the Board. K J Knox-Pede, Secretary.
Board meeting notes December cast and January notices urge license fees and renewals. Collector appointed for year. licenses for vehicle cycle motor car and rear licenses available Saturdays at School and Cast Mt Bra School. Pay arrears or face collection. dogs to be registered before February. cart licenses due by March 1. secrecy of notices and auctioneer H Mackenzie listed. multiple job ads and notices follow including brickmaker, storage, and cane man positions. Kangaroo puppies ad and shop work inquiries.
Auction notice for The Island Farm at Walkaway listing cleared property, cattle, pigs, horses, seed drills, harness, sulky, tanks, furniture, and other farm implements. Includes land terms, settlement conditions, and request for all settlers to attend and arrange yarding on sale day.
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