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Newspaper
Geraldton Guardian
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Jul 02, 1927
Page
3
A fragmented report notes Australia supports industrial growth to absorb Britain's surplus workers. Officials acknowledge some use of foreign materials while aiming for a balanced preference for domestic goods amid cautious approval from ministers.
Capetonia July 20 The Unidm Parliament faces dramatic deadlock as the Flag Bill and the Diamond output measure fail to pass. The Senate and Assembly clash over retroactive provisions, wrecking the overall plan. Sir David Burgh, De Beers head, warns diamond trade collapse and mining layoffs, while Kimberley could become a village. The Government remains obstinate as the social policy bill is rejected. A motion on the Superior Conference status report is postponed.
British banks declined to discount Soviet bills presented by German and Austrian interests, signaling a sharp rebuff that could hinder Moscow’s access to credit and press the Soviet credit revival into a tougher market.
Lasudon July 1 at a Gwalia mine meeting chairman A HL Mor jog said the company faced government taxes under the Workers' Compensation Act and related measures. The board has chosen to commence welfare the property, a move that would end the Leonore community.
Perth reports a Melbourne telegram stating Mr J Gunn of the Migration Commission travels to Western Australia by train to study proposals under an 8 000 000 agreement. He is to be joined by Mr W Bun kes Amery of the British Government migration service to discuss gold mining industry matters with the State Government.
Reported journey details describe Keith Anderson and crew flying a Me ork airship from Carnarvon to Port Hedland, with rough weather delays after leaving Carnarvon. The trip aims for a 12 day 4 hour duration, beating Kingston Seoth’s record, while officials greet the aviators and note the flight's commercial value and smooth machine performance.
A mayoral parlour meeting shaping a fundraising drive for a Children's appeal, led by G A Essiangh as chair. A committee will recruit officials including Mr A Kempton ML.O as president and Mr P W Bensetia as vice, with a plan to raise around £56 through ball, poster sales, dress dance, and street collections. The next appeal committee meeting is set for Wednesday July 13 with sub committees to be formed.
Preliminary state statistics show 1926-27 wheat harvest at 30,041,785 bushels from 2,574,014 acres, a record rise over 1925-26. The yield averaged 11.7 bushels per acre, below the 12.3 estimate. WA surpassed other states in production growth from 1922 to 1927.
The meeting at Plemingtus by the VRC produced results with poor weather and rain. In the Maiden Hurdle Two Hiller Long Worthy and Madam Boss Handicap led to bets of 20 to 1 against the winner. Grand National Hurdles saw Cotreau Leonid win at 94 to 1 with Pilden and Roisel close behind. Kensington Steeplechase, Nyangay and Winter Handicap races followed with various betting summaries.
The afternoon results show Machines 10.14 defeating East Traumatic 1 for East Perth. East Perth 11.10 beat Perth 2. West Perth 134 defeated Claremont Cotteilor.
Railway team selection lists players from McCallowing, Cook, T. Angel, Thoums, Le Moote, Pass, Watson, S. Winn, H. Holland and others. Umpire named Mr. L. Bowtell. Conveyances leave the Post Office at 12:5 p.m. Fire Brigades team to face Walkaway with lineup including Lynch, Cross, Gibson, Kemp and others under Mr. J. Coffey.
The Thistles beat Town 7 goals to nil in this afternoon's game. The junior clash ended 2 goals for Thistles and none for Town.
notices announce entries close July 20 1927 for horse drawn vehicles motor cars and dogs registration with the council chamber Geraldton and instructions for vehicle weight and licensing officer inspection fees and penalties sheep population figures show Western Australia total sheep 7 436 312 for end of December latest year with record highs and projections for 1920s.
Auction report from June 24 at Subimeo listing 7 horses and 46 cattle. Prices quoted: cattle £14 to £20 for common stock, calves £0 to £1, aged cattle £4/10 to £0/10/5, cows £6/10 to £9, heifers £1 to £3/17/4, draught mares £20 to £30, heavy draughts £35/1, farm stock and gear offered as well.
A Perth storm disrupted a road work site causing chaos as pay notes spilled and were whipped away by gusts. Workers scrambled to recover the cash with some displaying notable speed in retrieval while others failed to secure their wages.
The July program outlines new shows and revivals with multiple film titles and stage acts. Highlights include ANCIENT HIGHWAY, SPLENDID CRIME, BARBARA PRITCHIE, THE LADY IN EMPIRE, WHISPERING WIRES, and THE COWBOY MESSKETEER. Also juried society updates and license reminders for local transport and carts.
Several species listed with ewe and lamb counts and percentages. References to sheep, hoggets, cattle, pigs, and a note of 24 years with lambs. agent listed as W. Owen of Ton Nabawa. Details are fragmented but indicate sale entries and quality notes for a rural auction.
Laete and Compasy Limited announce a Jamal monthly sale featuring livestock including 1 WETHERS 158 and 40 EWES with lambs at foot, plus mated Roos. The notice outlines sale items and pricing in a terse, catalogue-like render.
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