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Newspaper
Geraldton Guardian
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Jan 22, 1914
Page
3
Alfred Doyle, an electrical liner with the City Council, was injured while toping a pole. A live wire snapped and Doyle was thrown, suffering a broken jaw and severe leg injuries. He died later, as reports described a dangerous roadside accident during line maintenance by the utility crew.
Gerth January 22 Constable Shuttleworth attempted to move on a crowd near the City Hotel Murray street guiding a man surrounded by Chinese and other aliens. The suspect rushed and stabbed Shuttleworth in the neck with a cleaver endangering the jugular vein. He is reported out of danger. Police have arrested an Anwerian man from Tuan Austens in connection with the assault.
Perth reports 1914 gold output at a high level with 1 242 654 ounces in 1912 and the 1913 figures noted. A Perth laundry dispute is settled amicably. Sydney reports a strike ending after a wharf labourers union meeting settles overtime issues.
South Australia report notes Wallaroo waterside workers decide to return to work after discussions with employers and union members. A separate item mentions a tragic shooting case in Methourn with an inquest to be held and a Methodist service planned, including a local preacher and sermon events.
A fragment from Raichon dated January 2b notes Vester women training for a community event in Be Ge Seely Th, with mentions of drone activity and autograph work by Mendy FW Wek. Other lines discuss a postponement or obstruction tied to market changes and a 23 percent figure, reflecting broader concerns about financial strain and local suppliers.
Reports from London and Cape Town over boxing plans between Jack Johnson and Lanford stir British and colonial officials. Churchill denies cabinet splits while the Daily Telegraph insists on friction. Lord Strathcona dies, prompting condolences and proclamations for troop demonisation in Pretoria Durban and Natal. Railway workers in Pretoria rally as engineers and boilermakers remain on strike.
Geraldton Municipal Council met with Mayor presiding and Crs Brede Goldberg Meadowcroft Carlsen Stone Uobway Sanger Clark. Discussion covered harbour jetty plans, access to a report, police protection concerns, and possible ministerial guidance. A colonial secretary letter noted police strength at seven constables per rank and calls for further plan details and transport service adjustments.
Northampton notices report The Midland Company terminates morning trains from Perth on Tuesdays and Thursdays to Mingene station with return on Wednesdays and Fridays. Local officials discuss altered routes and possible restoration. The Mayor and Commissioner face requests from residents as the Budland Company and service reliability are debated.
Fragmentary entry notes a 1918 event at a jewelry hall and mentions Tow Bali detour and a missing path. Readable lines reference a local venue, partial names, and an unclear sequence of actions. This brief item seems to describe a public notice or society column fragment.
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