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Newspaper
Geraldton Guardian
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Jan 19, 1911
Page
3
Reports say four German submarines were attacked with losses and 38 men aboard. The strike caused widespread alarm in London and prompted calls for stronger defenses and naval bases in Stockholm and Sweden to deter future submarine activity.
Great Britain reports Welsh miners have decided to strike in about two weeks to force government action. The decision follows a national ballot and aims to compel authorities to address wage and working condition demands amid mounting industrial tension.
The Financial News reports the Australian banks are ret renown, with revised statistics on the value of equities under speculation. The article notes changes in the market’s measurement of over speculation and related figures.
London reports the inquiry into the steamer Waratah’s loss adjourned to a later date. The proceedings indicate questions over the ship’s departure from port and the heavy load conditions cited by Dr Man. The panel weighs potential contributing factors and the voyage’s fate remains unresolved.
A local report from London describes the Morrison case linked to the murder of resident Teron. Prosecution contends a witness saw an iron bar similar to the weapon used. Authorities place a suspect near Clapham Common amid questions about his involvement.
A fragmented report notes a pipe burst in London causing deaths amid a boxing or betting event. Gray V Duncan, an Australian champion, faces Ireland’s Duncan with large points at stake. Details are unclear due to OCR damage but indicate a match or gamble with high stakes and reported scores.
Melbourne reports note nine of ten claimants pressing for compensation ranging from £15,000 to £15,000 in the wake of the Richmond railway disaster. The hearings reflect broad concerns over injury costs and railway safety as the government promises development for the Northern Territory.
The Australian article notes a registration application by the General Ironworkers Association of Western Australia under the Commonwealth Conciliation and Arbitration Act, met with objections including a claim that granting registration would block another ironworkers group. Premier Kidston and Premier Murray discuss Federal referenda strategy with plans for state campaigns and a march toward March, while a field artillery deployment begins with twelve permanent batteries established locally.
In Sydney on January 1 a case before Justice Gordon Brederick Relussweut involved the Osborne settlement and the Newcastle Employers' Association. The claimant sought to restrain the association from paying subscriptions to the Federated Uval and Share Workers' Association of Australia, with talks of an amicable settlement likely to resolve the laborers’ wage dispute.
In the House of Assembly the session opened with a read explanation from the Daily News report. Lavine's misreport is noted and corrected regarding a scuffle between Price and Marper. Lovekin claims only one paragraph was inaccurate. The Premier said a further action may be announced at today’s sitting. Notices moved, bills advanced, Work Department votes recorded, and the Tambellupongermp and Wickevin-Merilla bills pass to the Council.
Adelaide a legislative scene reveals the Redistribution of Seats Bill deleted amid remarks by Mr Kirwan while the session adjourned. In a separate court note Edmundson faces sheep-shearing charges, with key witness David Bald detailing a long running scheme involving killings and sheep theft across Australia.
A car driven by Bert May carrying his wife and two sisters-in-law crashed at Lyndk Bridge. The women at the back were hurled from the vehicle. two survived with injuries while Miss May was killed on the rocks. The driver remained uninjured and was held at the scene.
A hitch has occurred in une negotiations for appointing Mr Frazer MELR as arbitrator in the dispute between firxrod companies and the works. The companies agreed to accept his arbitration but the delegate for the men will only consent to his selection in the capacity of mediator.
Fragmentary score notes from a Tasmanian match against South Africa. Mentions players such as Zuleb, Thomas, Schwarz, Nourse, Westbrook, Saguire, Carroll, and Vogler. Describes wickets and not outs, with partial innings details and references to Chancellor, Windsor, Chan celior, McDonald, and Peer.
A fragmented Geraldton column notes Geraldton women preparing for a Deane of the Australian Women's Mal League meeting on Thursday. It mentions beach tents, windows for plants, a wedding in Leederville, rising numbers of women doctors in Melbourne, and local ads. The piece blends community notices with fashion, housing, and local commerce.
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