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Newspaper
Geraldton Guardian
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Jan 20, 1923
Page
3
The article reports actions involving food supplier arrangements during an occupation period. Key figures, places, and official actions are cited, detailing how the supplier's services were organized, contracted, and billed under wartime or emergency conditions. The piece notes disruptions, duties, and authorities overseeing the provisioning process.
Paris reports the German proposal on military actions in the Kune valley and the French government rejecting the view that measures are military operations. It states that requisitioned coal would fund reparations and postwar Germany. Germany orders railway workers forbidden to move coal to France.
Berlin reports claim the French will confiscate the coal magnates property rather than imprison them, avoiding national sentiment issues. A separate note says the French will establish local currency in every occupied town, intensifying occupation measures.
E W Nelson longtime Marine Laboratory Aberdewn scientific superintendent found dead in the lab. Death attributed to self-administered poison to leg artery. Nelson faced a London divorce case where his wife sought restitution of conjugal rights. Previously employed by Marine Biological Association of Plymouth.
A Colombo bound train was found wrecked after being reported missing in a flood area. Officials believe there were no fatalities and rescue teams are assessing the scene. The Mallows Mail notes that the Mallows Committee has secured further arrangements.
Telegrams report a federal political crisis as Nationalist and Country Party managers clash over a possible composite ministry. Mr Hughes signals willingness to retire but changes delay ratification. Victoria sources note Country Party’s insistence on preserving its separate identity in parliament. The negotiations hinge on an alliance that could blur party lines.
The issue records an anniversary meeting on Monday the 20th with events listed for Tuesday the 23rd. It reports results from afternoon races including Jumpers Flat Race One mile one furlong won by Wert Band, High Band second, Lowget third. First Class Plate won by Gookwoow Handica with Paddebt fourth. Third Class Plate winners and odds shown for each division. betting at 12 to 1 and similar details for Raillery and other races.
The report notes scattered rain with Carnarvon Northward and lower Murchison benefiting lightly while a good fall was squandered elsewhere. Geraknon recorded two millimetres, and a waning front signals gradual clearing as the Bambru sidestepped Willy Willy and reached Onalow. Rainfall totals from the past FE hours include Tle Junction 50, Camarvon 08, Hacks Bay 106, Meckatharre 41, Cue 325, Mt Magnet, Mullens 1%, Northampton 19, Mingenow 4.
The report describes a distant offshore storm near Broome on January 12 with whale sightings and a slow depression movement. It follows the storm northward toward Bernier Island, bringing gale force winds and heavy rain, with 3.58 inches at Garmawo and 5.27 inches at The Junction by the 7th, larger totals reported by private channels.
Inspector Cuonan testified Hampel was arrested on a territorial warrant for allegedly stealing two miniature horses from Robert Bkelton in October at Sydney. Hampel claimed he had mortgaged horses to Mrs Hill and had paid all but £1. He was remanded until January 24.
Reginald Francie Burns, 10, a whoker from ILMAS Platypus, was discovered in the Naval House bathroom at 10 last night with a fractured skull and concussion. The door was locked from inside. a sailor’s lanyard was found around Burns' neck as groans urged entry. An ambulance transported him to Sydney Hospital for treatment.
The article quotes Morag Pak Dickinson discussing evidence from a private detective in a adultery case. The judge remarks on the difficulty of proving misconduct without decisive proof and notes the need for clear evidence for conviction.
The official journal from Perth reports a Country party resolution proclaiming a party factional shift. It accuses members of severing ties with prior alliances and references figures including E.G. Farrington and a Guardian office anchor to the National Labour Party since its inception.
A pilot, Lieut Cochrane, with Capt Harper, toured the aerial mail route to inspect conditions. Fog and heavy rain hindered flying over hills near Carnarvon. The aircraft diverted to the coast and later retreat due to poor visibility and dangerous weather. Geraldton remained the safe landing point as crews waited for better conditions.
A garbled cricket scorecard from Geraldton lists players such as Hocking Logan Evensen Boek McDonald Dunn Morrell and others. The OCR is damaged, but several wickets and bowler names appear scattered among illegible fragments. The piece resembles a team lineup and innings notes rather than a full match report.
Fragmentary report from Duras January 1 describes England extending innings after a long spell of bowling. Mead was dismissed, leaving England at 296 with fallible batting noted amid unclear names and scores.
A report from Utararra Auctioneers noting cattle and sheep sales with mixed prices. Quality fell below average for some stock though most sheep and cattle sold despite light activity. Prices for local ballorie cattle varied and several consignments were delayed in arrival.
Local items report Mr TM Readhead Jett’s health improving after recent rain in Perth and plans for a full recovery. Arthur Dillintelly and Dimitbon officials note ongoing holiday visits. Camule Day remains in Sydney with duties at Shworth exchange. Lieut Colin Little of the Royal Australian Navy returns from four years abroad to Geraldton area. Mrs Caesar’s recovery after a motor accident follows the death of their daughter. A parliamentary inquiry touches on shipping policy and a long-time Milly station manager departs after two decades in the Murchison region.
Corresponden s note a lively seaside holiday with children on the recreation ground and a crowd enjoying a carnival of events. Ladies ran amusements while visitors and locals watched tug of war, a dance, and tennis demonstrations as organizers eyed future beach improvements.
The fragment discusses children's tastes for fruit and mentions digestion and fruit form. It references a baked item and pulpa, with unclear context and names, amid a distorted text about child care and dietary needs. The readable portion centers on fruit preference and edible forms for infants.
A damaged OCR fragment lists various apples and pears with odd spellings and pricing hints. Details are unreadable in parts, but names like Jenathses, Cleon na Denner and Pearl appear amid garbled lines.
A vivid Mary Pickford role captivates with heart and soul, delivering sunshine and happiness. Katherine McDonald is praised as a striking American beauty in a film noted for fine visuals and engaging performances. Orchestra Bech accompanying, adding to the evening’s charm.
Fragmented OCR text hints at a local item involving Parkerville and uncertain phrases. Core readable elements mention pears, fears, eating, and a referenced event or person, but details remain unclear and names are corrupted. Further readable context is needed to craft a factual headline and summary.
A New York socialite family faces a dramatic headlines story as a rubber magnate’s infant son, tied to forged funds and a high profile public interest, becomes the center of an adoption dispute after a governor gifts a car and the press publicizes the child’s fate. The mother, seeking adoption, and the army father’s death add to the intrigue surrounding the infant’s future.
Victoria district meeting notices list events for the week with late December dates and January 4 1095 lines. The secretary Chas O Nell signs the notice with directions for all events and a meeting on Tuesday the 23rd inst.
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