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Newspaper
Geraldton Guardian
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Jul 28, 1925
Page
3
Fragmentary obituary notes the death of William J Beta a prominent American statesman. It mentions his opposition to certain reforms his public roles including secretary of state from 1913 to 1915 and his prominence during recent political shifts. The text is garbled with multiple errors and dates.
A government conference with Prime Minister Baldwin and officials discussed a proposed subsidy for the coal industry to tide it over current difficulties. The government will consider the subsidy and ensure it is granted if possible.
Mr Bakivin informs the committee of the Trade Union Congress that he has undertaken to manage the sea crisis. The arrangement appears understood among the committee members as a coordinated effort to address maritime pressures.
A partial OCR fragment mentions sea patrols and a mobile segment, referencing a principle of defense. The text is unclear and lacks concrete names, dates, places, or outcomes suitable for a fuller summary.
A report discusses the strategic importance of the Suez Canal and urges that British troop presence be maintained to safeguard imperial defense. The remarks cite Mr Tasiny Macdonald during his premiership and emphasize continuity of policy despite political relations with Britain.
Fragmentary Paris July report hints at French pursuit into the rains and hopes for operational gains in negotiations, but the text is garbled and lacks coherent details.
London reports 36,000 textile operatives strike amid wartime shortages. July 34 dispatch notes widespread stoppages as workers demand higher wages and better conditions, with factory activity hampered and supply chains strained.
Paria July 20 A British driver won the 80 circuit Grand Prix at Mosthiery in the 34th lap event. Bassist De Lage finished first with a time around ST mins 4 15 sec. Wegser De Lage placed second and Minetti Be nim took third.
Hong Kong reports fatigue in the fifth week of the strike as participants confront doubts over the effectiveness of their actions. Authorities note continued picketing and minimal progress toward stated demands, with labor leaders urging persistence despite waning momentum.
In Africa yesterday the Prince of Wales completed a thirteen thousand mile tour across South Africa.
The sixth wool sale of the season, held today in Western Australia, offered thirteen thousand lots. Prices rose by three to ten percent on the best super fleece wool, while ordinary sorts remained firm and continental grades sold readily.
Sydney reports a fatal explosion at Mot tam Colliery in Helensburgh Western area. Victims are miners aged 25 George West and 37 Frederik Greet, both married with dependents.
Two American sailors were stabbed by a third in Melbourne on July 2 during a quarrel sparked by a dispute over speaking out of turn. Crowds gathered as ships' crews crowded the city, with reports of workers assisting fainting women and children. A young woman fatally shot herself in a Bourke Street drapery shop in the same eventful day.
An unclear July report describes a chaotic event featuring buffaloes and a crowd. The scene involves exotic terms and appears to reference noisy, improper behavior with blank cartridges amid a confused spectacle.
July 2 report from Darwin notes a raid by Customs officers at Doren Lowpom shows 8000 prime bales in competition. Digety and Company relays a London office document dated July detailing wool prices and quality with varied percentages and terms, including faults and grading categories.
A reader letter criticizes government policy and labor costs affecting farmers. He notes higher machinery prices, increased board rates, and immigration cost shifts while workers and unemployed seek farm jobs but fail to fit tasks. He argues even a Labor Government can be too greedy and hurt its own party.
Police report a fully clothed man’s decomposed remains found by two Japanese nationals near White Peak. They identify the body as Veghimasty Shiomli, noting a note about debt and a possible suicide. The scene includes a hanging head and a rope tied to a wattle. Wireless sets advertised nearby.
Melbourne July 27 delegates from the Seamen's Union presented draft agreements to shipowners and the Transport Unions. After forty hours of talks the conference adjourned with negotiations continuing toward a settlement of the shipping strike.
The president of the Primary Trade Union, Mr Bartlet, announced a pact to sustain shipping services and prevent industry disruptions. The accord aims to ensure continuity of service and financial support for workers.
More than 70 ships lie idle across Australian ports as the Seamen's Union is deregistered and the strike widens. In Melbourne and Brisbane workers face layoffs while Hyder and Methourms report sizable unemployment. Wharf labourers and timber vessel unloading are among the few remaining tasks for displaced labor.
In brisk correspondence from Tasmania to Melbourne dated July 27, Vion Walsh writes to Prime Minister Mr. Bence urging that Beamen's Union backs the Crmmoowesi'n plan, signaling willingness to cooperate on ocean vessel work amid general yen for precedent.
A volunteer crew works on the Halifax interstate line, with Hobart Waterside workers assisting on uly 25. The effort highlights community labor backing critical infrastructure maintenance and safety upgrades.
SOLUNTEER LABOUS OFFERED Tristauus and Fuly briabaoc would not be shered by a general strike. The text discusses potential outcomes if a nationwide labor action were to occur and its possible impact on Brisbase, with cited warnings about emergency measures and international support.
In Newcastle the recent vessel welcome arrival is reported amid bustling trade. The city notes steady market activity with arrivals and exports described as satisfactory, reflecting ongoing merchant interest and stable provisioning.
The report notes Australian sailors facing strike and uncertainty in maritime transport while London hosts a dinner of shipowners and seamen leaders amid claims wages in Britain have risen compared with 1914. Party leaders and union figures attend or skip as debates on wages and strikes continue.
Notice states no extraordinary vacancy exists for one South Ward seat due to Fr W s resignation. Nominations close August 1925 with a 1 deposit each. if more than one nomination is received an election will be held on August 1 at Mallows. Returning Officer P F Rooke presides at the Board office.
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