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Newspaper
Geraldton Guardian
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Jul 25, 1911
Page
3
A fragmentary historical note references the Royal prerogative and political figures in a cryptic, stylized-cursive style. It hints at government control and a figure named Wellington retiring during a winter period, with garbled mentions of unions and authority.
The Opposition Leader Tealfon will address residents in the Chotmenstioct State tomorrow. Ten citizens have applied for admission to observe the meeting. The Opposition Trader’s plan and policy statements are highly awaited by attendees.
The Globe reports Prime Minister Andrew Fisher praising Empire unity at the Imperial Conference and urging Dominion cohesion. Stead notes Fisher’s view that the Empire should bear costs while Australia gains early benefits, with danger looming over future cooperation and allegiance.
In Victoria Park London 24 Ben Tillett, secretary of the Dock Wharf and Riverside General Workers Union, said transport workers could withhold supplies. they were negotiating with capital over £1,000,000,000 and urged full support for a potential stoppage to back the movement.
London reports reveal Van Diemen's Land Company negotiating payoff terms for proportion owned by the company. Daillion agrees to 47 percent and 085 for shares, plus 9,365 for compensation and other expenses. Proposals include forming several companies with capital of £500,090 and a working capital around £100,000. Large shareholders have informally discussed the show.
In Tondon on July 21 the race saw Matecshy defeating Richmonds with a time of 2 hours 7 minutes. One starter and marked disappointment that Finlay, the young Wretusiralian winner of King’s Day, did not compete.
In Constantinople on July 24 the Constitution anniversary celebration was disrupted by clashes with Mamboul forces. A large number of homes have been burned and many fires rage fiercely under a strong north wind. The minister and war offices face threats of destruction.
Rome reporters describe the Black Hand case trials at Viterbo where defendants face murder charges over the Chavals couple slaying. The courtroom erupted as lawyers for the defense argued their case, robes shed in heated conduct.
Fragmentary and garbled report hints at a trial in doubt after Captain Fabbrini, chief witness for the prosecution, accuses a lawyer of compromise with Canara. The proceeding may restart, with Hawne among those involved, though details are uncertain.
In a 12,000 up exhibition in Melbourne 5,754 fans witnessed Stevenson and Reece. The bout had 2,000 onlookers for Reve, with Stevenson scoring 3,04 in the exhibition. Officials did not publish full details.
Perth July 25 Mr Gregory Acting Premise of Western Australia complains the State has received £12877 in fees from the Commonwealth under the per capita arrangement that should have been received. Mr Frazer says payments were based on population figures certified by the Commonwealth Statistician as most correct, while Mr Gregary relies on an outdated census telegram. Knibbs the Commonwealth Statistician notes figures would be amended when the new census data arrive. "As long as the States get what they are entitled to," Mr Frazer adds, "that is all they can expect."
Two men, Bell and Fraser, set out from York toward Perth when a swarm of kangaroos crossed the road. A roo grabbed the steering wheel, Fraser suffered a lip wound, and the vehicle veered into a tree, wrecking the car as Bell was thrown clear.
In Wagga Wagga, July 24, workers of the Rural Workers' Union warned of a general strike at a meeting addressed by secretary McNamara. He urged peaceful settlement but said extreme action could be invoked if employers refused concessions, noting a harvest strike would hurt the rural industry and farmers would suffer.
Judge Higgins told the Heder Arbitration Court that Mr. Waddell’s parliamentary privilege enabled violent, previous attacks in the New South Wales Legislative Assembly. His Honor said the words were reckless, ill tempered, and not a serious accusation of grave misconduct. Mr. Waddell refused to answer the Federal Attorney General’s inquiry.
Sydney July 2 Arnat and Pentru report themselves in good form after the Parramatta River culling championship with both men slightly under weight and aiming for swift sculls.
The Railways Commissioner outlines district projects for months ahead including metalling the Mount Finn siding approach, stockyards at Nababah or Mount Erin, and construction of Northampton and Alana line extensions. Geraldton station yards will be extended, tenements vacated, and a diagonal Thoroughfare from Thornhill Street to Chapman Road begun. A higher yard level and harbor breakwater are planned to aid drainage and future reclamation.
A motivational piece urges readers to forget past mistakes and failures. It compares the past to a ruined sculpture, urging one to cut it away and start anew. The text argues every person has a new slate and a chance to improve, regardless of past missteps.
Our Perth Letter reports Esperanto classes gaining traction in Perth with merchants using it for cross-cultural business. The piece notes theatrical and coronation film screenings, discussions on technical education, and mixed social commentary. It also mentions frog dishes in Europe, and a Monte Carlo dinner with expensive frog pie.
H 8 Mackenzie will sell the entire splendid furniture collection at the Thornhill Street residence on Wednesday August 2 1911. Highlights include tapestry chairs a walnut and rosewood bedroom suite a heavy mahogany bedstead an oak sideboard plush curtains and marble topped washstand plus linoleum and brass mounted cot beds. Sealed terms and inspection invited Tuesday afternoon August 1. Auctioneer H B Mackenzie.
Obituary note for Mrs A H Bran a longtime member of the Australian Women's National League branch. The text records her death and indicates a service or memorial date in early August at 4 pm, reflecting the local newspaper notice style of the era.
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