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Newspaper
Geraldton Guardian
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Jul 08, 1924
Page
3
Fragmentary note reports a London rail disruption affecting Imperial Oil supplies. Officials consider remedies including imports from Australia and reassessment of port facilities. Widespread shortages risk affecting fuel, munition, and industrial output.
A critical editorial argues Britain bears responsibility for imperial wireless policy. It contends prior neglect and mismanagement hindered decisions and urges decisive action to end delays and hold the Past Office accountable for imperial communications.
London reports on July 5 that Prime Minister J J Marmot and Premier Herriot discussed reparations with Paris officials. The exchange aims to advance settlement terms between Britain and France amid postwar finance.
Fragmentary OCR notes describe a chaotic event with provocation by several octalists who fired about fifty shots into a crowd before order was restored and the situation brought under control.
Mr J Curtin of Perth, delegate to the International Labor Conference, was not well received at a gathering in Australia. The discussion highlighted tensions within the Australian delegation and the audience reaction remained subdued.
The passage reports on multiple track events with errors and partial names. Carr placed fourth in a 100 metre race while Australian runners Chariton and Hodgans are mentioned with references to records and times. Abrahams, Arholm, and Porritt appear in the 10 metre race context amid a muddled summary of heats and finals.
Fragmentary line hints at a Latio race member in a pista event. Uncertain details limit concrete facts or outcomes.
In Collie the Minister for Justice and Premier discuss jury recommendations for Auburn murder case. They note papers and delays, with plans to prepare counsel documents. It is believed the case will lead to life imprisonment.
Community speakers argued for a camel haulage system and river bridge construction to ease stock routes. They cited annual losses from broken tracks and the need for a Ganyoyne River bridge and a Casenyas River crossing to secure price and meat supply for metropolitan markets.
A middle aged man identified as MacCrae was found floating in the river at Harrack Street foot. He had been in the water briefly after falling from a jetty while boarding a boat tied to Applecrope jetty. An injury on the head suggests a fall before entering the water and lifesaving attempts failed at Perth Hospital. MacCrae resided at Applesroma and worked with the Re pacenaion Department.
Unclear report from Perth on July 8 states Ernest Andrews an employee at Hartlette Studion Hay Street reportedly died by self harm. Maud Smith found Andrews’ body in a sitting position near a retouching room chair with a heater and towel nearby. The scene contained Crowe’s and other items, with damaged gear noted.
The quarriemen's strike ends as workers accept a final offer reached after weekend talks. The agreement increases pay from earlier levels to about fivepence per day with a weekly wage, and includes paid holidays. Officials say the decision was communicated to the workers at Milton Jonetson and supported by Mr A J Watts citing unemployment concerns.
Readers are told that talks between the Nation alist Party and the Country Party are underway after a Farmonea Central Executive meeting. The CP seeks concessions including transport terms while Labor alignment looms as a possible factor shaping any agreement.
Mr Greenwool MLA reports on internal party strife over Victoria policy. He says factions argue over the real issue of self government while Parliament is described as misled by men who have mixed personal business with state development.
Amid July meetings in Mildura Australian fruit growers challenge the dried fruit produce trust and argue which area should be allocated for moulded fruit fodder and wheat. Dr Earl Page laments lack of British support for Australian fruit preferences and criticizes the Liberal Party for withholding backing.
The American Legation requests a formal inquiry into the murder of Mr. Hawley at Wanbsein and the Chinese Foreign Office agrees to investigate. A British note counters the action of the river gunboat commander and calls for further inquiry to prevent repeats.
The Goodwood meeting in Western Australia featured the Grand National hurdle with 26 fences to clear. Winners included a prominent outsider in the cup and multiple placings across Plate and Stakes events, with notable actions by jockeys and owners and a run-off for the Argimy Boy dividend in South Australia.
Report from Melbourne outlines betting on the Grand National Steeplechase with Haoma leading at 5 to 1 after strong support. Trish Kutus received some backing but failed to match the top contenders as Chrysostom challenges for favored status.
An essay discusses ship naming practices by the Mint and Admiralty, noting varied origins from Palladian to mythic influences and Queen Elizabeth. It critiques the ceremonial value versus practicality, with examples of names tied to battles, counties, and foreign nations. It also touches on midlife health myths about digestion and arteries.
Report describes a dramatic airlift in Networks U S A when an ice pack in the North Platte River broke, causing rapid floods and railway disruption. Three aircraft dropped debris to break the ice and avert hundreds of thousands in damage and potential loss of life.
Auctioneer HAMTLETT announces a sale by instructions from Garients. The sale features beds, chairs, dressers, sideboards, linen, sulky, and a spring cart. Held Wednesday July 0 at 2 PM, with cash payments preferred and no reserve stated.
A scrambled LAT style notice lists property sales in Mocowa and Nansea towns with cultivation plots and suburban tracts. It advertises a photography studio, a dancing event, and multiple auction items including a school sulky and a harness for a horse.
Kia Ora Tea Rooms passes into new management and undergoes routine changes to better meet customer needs. The owners pledge careful service, strict attention to requests, and distribution of select products to support local prosperity.
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