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Newspaper
Geraldton Guardian
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Jul 11, 1922
Page
3
London dispatch reports recurring outrages with armed men raiding a public house and firing on a detective in the heart area. The detective survived when a cigarette case stopped the shot. A Reed constable faced assault in a nearby restaurant, sustaining fatal injuries.
The people of Ireland weary of the rebel campaign as National troops near Wexford stir locals. Crowds see a funeral procession for St Naber and Republicans in mourning follow the casket. Patterson triumphs in singles while George Cook defeats Jones in a London boxing match at Mollend Park.
The Governor of Georgia granted a one month reprieve to Black residents of Wayne County after a group was sentenced for an attack on a White woman. The reprieve aims to allow empelaeenes to be introduced as evidence while a reward for the arrest of the attackers is offered.
In New York on July 10 President Harding urged Federal Arbitration to address the American mine strike as negotiations continue and workers return to duties amid stalled talks and renewed tensions.
A Saturday range shoot drew twenty four competitors for the Duncan trophy on the 500 and 600 yard ranges. Poorly matched targets limited further play, with five shots and two fighters after 500 yards deciding not much at the finish. Wind varied from prior practice, some hit early but faltered, and a wind lull occurred at Ania. New members favor short-range practice, A Camt won with 11 handicap, G Clinch placed well from scratch. Next Saturday’s 300 yard event planned, more ladies offering afternoon tea.
Melbourne reports soldiers leaving their Oxley holdings amid road-building failures. A Shire Council meeting criticized government treatment of returned soldiers, noting costs of 1,000 pounds per mile to develop estates.
Melbourne July 1 Yavorale reports of the Colonial Industry in the Northern Territory have been received by Senator Pearce Minister for Home Affairs. He states crop prospects are a matter for consideration.
The advertisement notes TED Army and Navy Stores securing a two year contract for supplies of TETEA from top suppliers. It promises better blends, improved quality and steady availability with various pack sizes and pricing details listed.
Perth July 1 The Federal award terms delivered by Justice Powers to govern engineers are seen as a sweeping wage reduction of about 9 shillings per week. Mr Barker secretary of the Amalgamated Society of Engineers reports strong union dissatisfaction and contemplates possible strike action depending on post meeting negotiations with the Iron Trades Unions and other unions seeking cooperation to counteract the award’s effects.
Perth reports demobilised Defence Department men eager to settle in the North West to grow cotton and sugar. They presented their requests to Mr Colciated this morning, who promised to examine the matter.
New South Wales rural workers suffer under crippling pay levels as costs rise. Report from Bydsey dated July 10 notes harsh conditions impacting farming and rural labor viability. Names and exact figures unclear due to damaged text but emphasis remains on wage pressure and its effect on the rural economy.
The fragment indicates the First Claas Residential Hotel is now managed by J J O Loughlin, formerly at the Victoria Hotel in Geraldton, with parents deciding on utilizing the district facility for education of their children.
The Turf column reviews Belmont Park results and Western Australian fixtures, noting Miralga and Myarra among Friday’s common winners, Mountain Heath’s near-miss, and a string of backers’ interest. It mentions Jolly’s Saturday odds, Mount Ged’s height comparisons, and various horses such as King High, Protabir, Probie, Hason, and Lave, with references to breeders and past performances.
A cryptic notice asks for a dress and 5 shillings and mentions wire transfers to a Lochiel address. It notes a training track on Thursday mornings and provides incomplete contact details at F H K 26 Cargill Street, Victoria Park, WA.
At the General Meeting held on July 4 1922 a general rate of two pence in the pound on unimproved value and a special rate of two shillings in the pound on Midland Railway Co's property for the year ending June 30 1923 were struck. An additional general rate of one farthing per pound is set for Health and Vermin Boards. C L Duncan, Clerk.
Fragmentary OCR yields scattered numbers and place names including Verano, Latham, Mullewa, and town references. Distilled into a brief card, the readable items hint at a catalog or timetable with indices 62 139 218 and scattered figures, but no clear narrative or event structure emerges.
A distorted schedule fragment mentions Government Railways in Western Australia with times like 10.30 pm and 10.10 pm. It references trains Meckatharre to Gert Maton on Monday and Wednesday, calling Geraldton departure around noon. No clear destinations or coherent details emerge.
Central Ward traffic act notice warns all vehicle owners to renew licenses before June 30 1983 under Roads Act. After that date driving vehicles without renewed licenses will invite prosecution. Dog licenses are six months overdue and owners are urged to act.
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