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Newspaper
Geraldton Guardian
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Jun 05, 1926
Page
3
Officials of Cookowners' Association propose a view to keep the group united while pursuing a peaceful basis. The Post notes this is the first real effort since mines were blocked five weeks ago. Government may be asked to intervene, with a chairman to be appointed.
Brus Williams of the Mine Owners Association invited Herbert Saultdy of the Miner Federation to meet and discuss ending the coal deed after Jock was taken by Williams.
In the House of Commons the Home Secretary moves thanks for the emergency measures and seeks a royal pardon for striketime offences. MPs clash on the King’s role while Labour members oppose parts of the motion. The motion passes 240 to 100. an amendment to broaden supply controls is defeated 263 to 108. Total strike charges and fines are cited amid tensions on wartime economy. The miners’ strike fund is noted with loans and donations totaling nearly £400,000 from British and Russian cooperatives.
For over two centuries a coal lamp has burned at the foot of the statue of Our Lady of Great Power in the Areulines Convent, Quebec. The lamp was lit by a figure named Tow ass Uuakepiving after heeding temptation to return to the world.
Staned in court, William Tinees was charged and Sey died the following morning. Represented by J O'Dea, Parker led for the Crown. Apensed was sentenced to 1 months imprisonment.
Adelaide January 3 police report a man attempted to blackmail a young woman demanding 1000 pounds. He telephoned thrice urging contact to avoid prosecution. The woman, with three companions, went to meet him but left when they arrived. A constable then arrived and a report was sent to police headquarters.
In New South Wales a fireman used a telegram to halt the Oceaner Reve’s departure this morning. He claimed the telegram must be completed and could not be interrupted, enabling the ship to leave an hour and a half late after a longer search for a missing vessel.
The Labor Party faces internal rifts between industrial and political wings over a referendum proposal. Party leaders anticipate public approval only if amendments are accepted, while warning the government may implement restrictive legislation, including stray commercial policies.
In Melbourne on June 3 Sir John Quick, on Mr. Lowe’s application, granted leave to prosecute the Federated Drivers and Firemen’s Association of Australia for acts resembling a strike and continuing the strike. The case falls under the Commonwealth Court of Conciliation and Arbitration Act, prohibiting industrial action with penalties up to £1,000 and requiring the President’s leave to institute proceedings.
May report shows main shaft advanced 24 feet to 54 feet depth and north drive 19 feet to 281 feet. Stamp mill crushed 400 tons with value per ton and cyanide plant treated 180 tons for bullion. Tailings yield noted.
London June 4 England and Australia played a rain interrupted match. North of England set 239 for six declared after Sutcliffe retired hurt and Hoot took seven wickets. Australia folded for 105 in their first innings and 10 in their second, with the match ending in a draw.
The piece notes Epofforte the demon bowler as a notable figure visiting Australia during the last English tour and receiving a warm welcome.
The report notes Sutcliffe strained a leg muscle during a quick single and Ratcliffe retired for treatment with a muscle fibre issue at the back of his right leg. Regency updates say Sutcliffe also injured his back making his Test match participation doubtful for next Saturday.
In the House today the Treasurer Dr Earle Pare notes a bill to suspend per capita payments, signaling supervisory action by Commonwealth and states authorities.
Perth June 3 The deputy Premier Mr W A Ang wria commented that the yer capita jestion would be even more disastrous to WA and thus to the other state noting that taxation in this state was not high.
A big victory for Railways over Rovera at the Recreation Ground is reported with final scores 16 goals 3 behinds to 1 goal 6 behinds. The article notes opposition to per capita payments and mentions state rights advocate Beantor Bardwell. Names include O Malhe Donald Beaver Gibas Kesey O'Dea Best Bohan Croom Tyneh J faith McGever L Smith Wildred Fowler Rawith Colfer Davis Grey Mitchedl Maan and MELE.
The following are the scores from the 300 yard range at Ma th as listed by YaLgoo EITLE CLUB. Scores shown reflect the tally up to the stated date with participants, targets, and results summarized for local readers.
Perth on June 5 reports games with Perth defeating Claremont Cottesloe 22 17 to 6 14, West Perth beating South Fremantle 11 50 to 11 behinds, and Perth area results showing peaks with six behinds and Fabiaco 8 5 behinds in the cited matches.
A quirky report describes a game at Quon's Park between Towns and Thistles. Thistles win 7 to 4 with Towns scoring 1. The text is garbled but indicates a junior teams match with low clarity on details.
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