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Newspaper
Geraldton Guardian
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Jan 29, 1920
Page
3
Allies demand surrender terms and punishment for German war criminals. Germany seeks mercy and release from obligations, while the Allies insist on full surrender and accountability under postwar treaties. The dispute centers on upholding the Pesce Treaty provisions.
London reports the Daily Express stating the Allies may insist the ex Kaiser be kept in Holland to stop a German return and possible restoration, amid debate on the next move and guarantees to prevent Europe’s upheaval.
London report states allied intervention troops will be withdrawn from the Caucasus and Northern Russia. British forces now in the Caucasus area are to be pulled back, signaling a marked shift in the allied posture amid the Russian situation.
London reports that Mr Barnes intends to resign and that the move is in the Prime Minister's hands. Barnes and Smee meet with George to urge Lloyd George to reconsider. Barnes says he does not seek political retirement. The record notes his retirement from active connections.
In a 20 round match at the Town Hall Billy McGhie of Geraldton defeats Billy Sampey of Mullewa by foul decision after Sampey fouled in the final clinch and the referee awards the win to McGhie. The fight featured height and reach advantages and mixed tactics with frequent clinching and few clean exchanges.
Telegrams from Western Australia report the Farmers and Settlers Association plans a wheat growers conference. President convenes a meeting to discuss federal wheat sales and the push for higher export wheat prices, with February as the meeting month.
Racing at Goodwood features acceptances for Second Class Purse and Plate events, with horses listed by weight and odds. The card includes First Class Plate and Handicap races, plus a Farewell Welter, and final starting times from 1.50 p.m. to 6.35 p.m.
The field features Lochiel, Loch Sure, Maziaddie in second Cass purses and first class plate with diverse placings. Wallplate, Dell Rose, Mulahab finish in the Second Cass Plate, while Frog Song True Shot and Waste m contend in the First Division events. Lagoons include Loch Evie Bright Face and Marphy across the nine purse second division events.
A deputation from the Associated Chambers of Commerce of Australia and allied bodies visited Prime Minister Hughes in Melbourne to discuss the basic wage and ways to reduce industrial conflict. Hughes warned of entrenched class hatred and supported a basic wage commission as a method to ease disputes, considering expanding its scope. Marine engineers' strike noted.
Sydney reports a deadlock in a lengthy shipping strike. The Institute of Marine Engineers is preparing for a protracted struggle and has decided to issue strike pay to members during the stoppage.
Mr Va Wyatg, ill for weeks, heads to Base Hospital for treatment tonight. Mr J Chesier and Mr Newsnds, paired with Mr H Sergeant, the Farways Diatrics Engineer, are on leave and moving to Coolgardie where Mr Rockets of Coolgardie will take over. Mr W G Pickering, member for Suail, and Mr E B Johnston for Williams Narrogin arrived in Geraldton Tuesday. Johnston returned that night while Pickering returned by the morning train.
The notice outlines grooming services with prices for haircuts under twelve, beard trimming, shaving and brush up, and moustache grooming. It lists charges for neck shaving and related services, indicating a per-item pricing approach in a concise shop tariff.
City Sporting Letter reports Goodwood Cub event at Bel Mort Park next Saturday with large fields and rising attendance. Mentions two state records at Monday’s WATC Anniversary Meeting, True Moor and Mannequin breaking records and Red Banner winning the main event. Notes about jockeys, trainers, and local racing figures, plus references to other races and notable performances.
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