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Newspaper
Geraldton Guardian
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Jan 14, 1911
Page
3
Beve se gales lash England as severe shipwrecks hit the north coast. Dozens of small vessels driven ashore, with many lives lost. The Selly Triber driven ashore near Hallied. crew and passengers rescued or lost. rescue efforts ongoing.
Testimony reveals doubts over ship’s seaworthiness after first voyage. Engineer Chaplain Farther says the vessel faced risks and could not safely reach England. crew feared abandonment and possible ruin in a storm.
The Standard reports discontent among Colonial Office staff regarding reorganizing the department. Officers seek narrower supreme authority and prefer Crown volumes handling to accept inferior status. Also mentions Dray's magnificent Ford and a noted event with Gray Digale Gray at a recent lesson indicating a break.
London reports turmoil as workers reject company offers with a 1 percent pay rise while protestsdenounce the government for blocking express trains. Tokyo newspapers condemn anti Japanese sentiment amid a renewed immigration debate in California's legislature.
A committee appointed by Co oreom recommends Commander Peary be promoted to Rear Admiral and placed on the retired list in recognition of Arctic exploration efforts amid ongoing deliberations and denials from authorities.
The article describes an early method to determine rifle bullet speed using a rotating drum with photographic film and electric sparks. Images on the film show bullet travel, with drum revolutions and spark frequency known. A pendulum contact-breaker times the shot during the brief passage of the bullet.
Telegrams report Kalgeuelie and Boulder Pirewud Can publish a statement on average earnings under the December agreement. Miners' Union backs Colby coal as justifiable and calls on the Government to ship coal to fields at the same halfpenny per ton rate already used locally.
In Perth on January 13 a man attempting to swim across the Ned funds baths became exhausted. Mr Henry, founder and chief secretary of the Royal Life Saving Society, who was in the bath, dived and brought the man to the landing. After about three minutes the man recovered.
In Ferth on January 14 the assembly debated moving to suspend the standing orders to advance the redistribution of seats. Speaker ordered Mr Holman to leave the Chamber. after resisting, he sat in his chair until removal by constables. The motion passed by 25 votes, and the House adjourned until Tuesday.
In New South Wales on January 13, the strike by Australian Gas Light Company employers ended with a compromise and workers returning by 10. Cabot Ministry members played a key role in negotiations. No gas supply during the night. one newspaper office used temporary staves and finotype machines to connect printing. The temporary gas substitute did not prove successful.
An advertisement touts Clement's Tonic as a natural remedy for weak nerves and poor blood. It claims to help nervous debility, liver and blood issues, and promotes the tonic as a statewide strength booster for men and women, urging readers to send for it via stores.
A fragmented column notes a forthcoming fan advertisement for the Geraldius branch of the Australian Women's National at the regular monthly meeting on Tuesday evening. It mentions a paper read by a member, calls for members and friends to attend, and quips about errors in a prior issue. It then wanders through varied topics from cinema shows in America to musical schemes in London and a long marriage anniversary in Paris, with reflections on Australian unity and regional ties.
In Adelaide South Australia the visiting team secured a 28 run win over Australia after first and second innings totals. Key players include Schwarz Llewellyn and Faulkner, with bowling by Sinclair and Pogter Cotter among others as the match features captures and dismissals across multiple innings.
Remaining South African fixtures show tests and one day games against Australia Tasmania New South Wales Victoria Anterifa and South Australia with venues including Talierston Nohart Ham pton Shaner and Soeindurne. Matches span January February and March with dates like Jan 27 Feb 07 14 20 21 25 27 and Moreh.
Local cricket at Queen's Park features Geraldton meeting the Mercantiles with Stokes Jackson Brent on strong showings. Mercantile attack proves robust, while Geraldton’s bowlers field well, sparking hopes Geraldton can topple the Mercantiles and boost association contest standings.
Creditors and others with claims against Francis George Elis commonly known as George Elis, late of Western Australia Hotel proprietor deceased, must send written particulars to West Australian Trustee Executor and Agency Company Limited at 8 Mack Street Fort in the state by January 20. After that date the firm will distribute assets among those with valid claims, according to agreed priorities. December 20, 1966.
A protest was entered against the Riversdale outcome in the We Oland race at Te Diy s meeting. Officials upheld the protest, altering the result and awarding the prize to Riversdale after review of the finish.
A competent Blickmaker is needed to produce sixty thousand to one hundred thousand bricks at Rosse Reena Farm. Water on site and firewood provided. Early application required. Lionel K. DNVisRegistered.
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