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Newspaper
Geraldton Guardian
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Jul 02, 1912
Page
3
In Paris the Grand Prix de Paris was won by How Li with Wagram second and Deviris Aird third. F Wootton rode the winner who started at 30 to 1. The race took place as rain fell over the course.
Vienna reports celebration over the Army Bill creating an Austro-Hungarian force of 2,000,000. A Nueva Prele Presne editorial exults that Germany or Austria would now face six million rapidly equipped troops always ready for battle.
Foner leads supporters at the National Convention to push for the selection of four Democratic candidates for the presidency. The scene focuses on denials and retractions linked to Mrs. Tiryan and Mr. Clark, with Bryan blamed for obstructing Clark’s nomination. Voters expect Mr. Wilson may pivot to Bryan once plans collapse.
In the July issue of the Nine teenth Century, former NSW Cabinet minister Ho kn argues Japan’s rise will make it mistress of the East and that Australia sits at the South Pacific’s key. He warns Britain, the United States, and Europe must guard against German expansion and Japan’s advancing influence.
England's Freda Shackies reports on a stirring speech by Lloyd George at a fundraiser for the National Insurance Act. The chancellor extols Britain's vast empire and trade, notes the need to lift the land from feudalist shackles, and pledges to begin reforms with divine aid.
Weekly lawn tennis schedule lists daily matches from July 1 to July 5 with 4:90 p.m. start times. Players include Blythe vs Ruedas July 1 plus Mills versus Kensington July 2 and Carrick vs Mousters July 3. Additional July 4 features Oliver vs Ryans and July 5 Highs versus Byturty with Boulay on July ?. public notices advertise children’s clothing at Red House and a show at The Coli Twreds.
In Kataonng on July 1 22 year old settler John Deacon was fatally struck from behind by a burning tree during a wind gust while his family worked to burn down trees at Nampup. The incident occurred Saturday morning and he died instantly. Reports from Perth note Gold Yield for June at 106142 ounces valued at £458865. A ship frail near Ashburton Roads anchored after seven hours of slow progress following grounding outside Wyndham.
South Australian Government seeks federal support for Port Augusta to Kalgoorlie railway. Premier plans to send Mr Young to Melbourne to consult the Federal Cabinet for a definite decision.
Melbourne reports record federal revenue for the year surpassing twenty million pounds with a credit balance of 3,188,078. Domestic and Excise revenue reached 2,? million, up 781,440 on estimates and 10,507 on actual receipts. expenditure totaled 1,385,382.
Notices posted at the Drill Hall outline parade schedules for Senior Cadets and Citizen Forces. Details list dates and times across July August and September including standard and voluntary parades with multiple sessions each week. The plan emphasizes attendance at every statutory parade.
Last night repeated Saturday programme with Jules Garrison and his Roman Maids performing The Rosd w Heaven, and The Indian Massacre met with poor reception. Tonight features a new living model The fish Colleen and pic tures. The Jules Garrison Co. final Perth run. sale ads for clothing and heavy Manchester goods accompany the lineup. Wet July urged with large reductions on oilskins and coats.
Mr WH Clarke James, secretary of the Liberal League of WA, visits Geraldton to organise the Nor Western District with Parker as organiser. Four regional groups will host permanent organisers, councils chosen by branches, and ongoing education and propaganda to counter Labor.
The Geraldton Branch of the Liberal League of Western Australia met at the Parish Hall Friday night with J. Wilson presiding. Officers were elected including H. Wilson as president and G. Goldberg as vice president, with A. Goodies as treasurer. The gathering discussed district organization and plans for renewed Liberal activity in the northern district centered in Geraldton.
Fuller and Co announces retirement of the Damtress line with a focus on soft goods at current Cam Selling Ut price. No further details provided.
bon staerastally floated and wished to return to Perth with news that the Northern District had been inaugurated. Officers of the Geraldton branch were made ex-officio members of the Council until other Lewgan branches could appoint delegates. E. Wilson named president, Hamersley vice president, Sewell treasurer, Parker acting secretary. On Saturday, Clark James hosted a reception for ladies at the Preemasons Hotel to boost female interest in the League. four ladies attended and the proceedings went smoothly.
The damaged Recreation Ground caused a court proceeding involving Arnold Meadow and Edward Barker who were cited to appear at Felice Court in connection with the incident. Geary and others gave testimony, with residents opposing the damage and the garden’s state cited as a concern. The Town Clerk later announced postponement of a related matter.
Mille shooting event featured the Mrouane Cup with Geraldton beating Wet Meckatharis by 63 points. Geraldton Club members are reminded of the Annual General Meeting at the Club Hotel on Saturday the 6th. Weather forecast notes cloudy west with clear elsewhere and strong easterly winds along the coast. The ad also mentions Albany Cheek Flags at James' Red House for seven shillings each.
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