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Newspaper
Geraldton Guardian
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Jul 31, 1924
Page
3
London reports the Commons debating immediate steps to consolidate Empire trade interests. A conference of imperial manufacturers is planned, with a meeting scheduled for Sunday, July 21, as officials discuss Germany and economic tensions.
Town notes detail Empire's Bomniest Baby contest results with entries from Britain and Australia, highlighting Kevin Healey as the sole Australian winner and the royal Baby mark. The piece shifts to a House of Commons debate on unemployment remedies, criticizing Labour’s approach and outlining government subsidy plans for sugar manufacturing. Royal Baby and political critique occupy this fragmented newspaper page.
The parliamentary correspondent notes that the federal Swletal Committee is likely to decide soon on the boundary issue. The report hints at government involvement and possible shifts in local governance, with emphasis on procedural steps and anticipated official action.
In a court proceeding the inquest record notes an exchange about measurements. South Africans faced a 337 total with Nourse scoring 73 and Blankenberg 47 while Hants remained not out.
An accident occurred when a motor car struck a wedding party on Dix Street while en route to the reception. The bride, groom, best man, and others were injured. the bride and several guests were taken to hospital for treatment.
In Western Australia on July 31 within White aged 34 died at a building site linked to Winterbottom Ltd. A fire destroyed the new walls after a late discovery. Mr McLarty the managing trustee surveyed the damage and praised swift firefighting the night of the blaze.
Delegates debate government action on reducing hours to 44 in a contested move. Colonial Secretary defends stance, noting previous changes by prior governments and arbitration awards. Labor Party emphasized 44 hour plank ahead of elections amid broader calls for employee welfare.
Victor this morning a desperate struggle in a bank as teller Alfred William Chittock fought to wrench a revolver from an intruder. Chittock secured the weapon but was wounded in the left hand and foot while the thief escaped with 308 pounds from the drawer. Bank manager Me Morgan was deceived by a false move just before the incident.
Roughly transcribed antepost lists for the Goodwood Club meeting with acceptances and weights across multiple races. Hurdle Race two miles and 68 yards leads a card including Goodwood Purse six furlongs and related events with numerous horses named and weights recorded.
A letter to the editor from F. W. Maley of Grenough dated July 23 complains about stock nuisance on Cro nough Road near Maley. The writer blames the road board for the situation and calls for action.
A grim storm that sank a fishing boat and cost the crew their lives also spurred gratitude among thousands for rain that promises prosperity. The Swedish mayor Ackerstram is praised for leadership as communities weigh loss with statewide harvest hopes and renewed industry.
In Sydney and nearby branches of the Federated Engine Drivers and Fire service, a large angry gathering reaffirmed support for a 10 hour workday under the Commonwealth Arbitration Court award. The Deputy President Sir John Quick warned against delaying the guard decision. The meeting grew disorderly as compliance with the Court was shouted down and the Council of Action was instructed to continue its work.
Sydney July debate notes a Labor motion by Mr McTiesau condemning government prosecutions of transport staff and conference attendees. It challenges government conduct in prosecutions and trials related to industrial disputes and seeks House censure.
Unclear report notes ongoing trouble around a steamship voyage. A Fatopmark meeting of Seamen discusses attempting again to lay up the Australian Heil t steamer Fordrdale on return from its maiden UK voyage. Officials will seek acceptance of their actions to deter the ship from leaving port.
A missive to a regional board discusses establishing a maternity hospital in an industrial school setting. It details funding, fees, training paths, and care provisions, noting government and public support, patient charges, and a plan to make the institution self supporting with nurse training and maternity grants. It cites births and a low death rate and references contacting Matron Waleh for guidance.
Meats Dalgety and Co report at Copley’s Siding on Twex day with 401 cattle penned, all from West Kinderkey. Market showed firm demand, best beef sold well and prices generally steady, with various quotations for cattle, sheep, lambs, hoggets, pigs, and stores.
A mixed catalog of sale items including 5 pieces of Fugi Silk, numerous ladies hats and frocks, tweed costumes, knitted jumpers, scarves, and gowns with assorted prices and bulk lots. Also notes on furniture, premises for rent, and a mid 1920s theater program with Roy Stewart, Bebe Daniels, and travel adverts. Includes a dividend notice from the Cooperative Wheat Pool of Western Australia.
Dalgety and Co Limited announce a public auction at Northampton Market Yards on Wednesday August 11 1924 for 350 ewes with about 80 percent lambs at foot and 200 ewes with good wethers and ewes. Entries invited. Agent: BL Mitchell Northampton. Also notice of General Rates fixed by the Verenjori Morawa Bond Board for year ending June 30 1985 and related tax details.
Nabawa markets Tuesday will offer by auction a range of Merino ewes and rams with lambs at foot, including 190 Merino ewes and 80 Merino rams with lambs, plus 100 per cent lambs on 100 Merino ewes. Also 3,000 gallon task in good order for sale. Apply Fitzpatrick & Co. UTA.
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