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Newspaper
Geraldton Guardian
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Jun 06, 1912
Page
3
The London transport strike turned violent at the docks with strikers clashing with police and workers. Several vessels suffered damage as a police inspector and four officers were injured. two strikers were reportedly killed during the confrontation.
Testimony before the Royal Commission on the disaster discusses whether reducing speed on approach to the ice would have helped. Captain Smith’s wireless message and the decision to not slow down are examined with emphasis on weather, visibility, and the presence of women and children before lifeboat launches.
Reports indicate General Booth is now practically unable to distinguish light from darkness though doctors had warned of diminishing abilities. The condition marks a significant concern for the Salvation Army's leadership.
A disaster struck Stamboul with a sweeping blaze. Reports say 13.4 inches of debris and widespread damage harmed hundreds, killing several and leaving many homeless. Military plans and warship scrapping announced. orders issued for 130 monoplanes.
A World War era note suggests German naval airships might reconnoiter the English coast during mobilisation. Jane Worlin reports that the airship fleet could cover 195 miles without landing, enabling a potential coast-wide reconnaissance pose.
Suva on June 3 reports that the Suva Town Voigiedl section defeated three white candidates in the council race. The Coliseum story references children and Ladies' items, with ads noting open access to items for all shades.
A chaotic scene on Rumbwick Road as a vehicle veers off into a cadet corps, scattering debris. Nine youths are injured, some seriously, as a heavy mist hampers visibility and khaki-clad cadets scramble to safety.
A report from Fort A describes a father living in Melhourine who rescued his ten year old child. The bond settlement totals £4000 and a separate grant of £7006 is noted for the Quinlan Grand Opera Company member who arrived by steamer. The story mentions a British army past and a bridge accident involving the child’s guardian. The Royal Muni Society presented a reward to Moony.
An accident at Holyoake Mill yesterday in Perth resulted in the death of Jas. Smith, about 27, who was working on the docking section. A weight attached to the fixing gave way, causing smith to be struck on the left shoulder and die within minutes.
Report from Wounyoungoka notes crop progress with new tenants renting vacated farms and a local chaff cutting plant at Mullewa capable of four tons per hour. Weather delays hinder engine transport. turnout for the new church hall opening was modest. football enthusiasm remains high with matches expected before long.
Auction presents fur neckpieces and sets including skins and hides such as sable fox and coney with a few summer suits left. Prices begin at six cents for coats and include items like real sapphire and skunks. Call Pulter’s-aert Woods for details.
International cricket match in London abandoned due to rain. Australia and Middlesex failed to complete play as weather halted proceedings. South Africa leads Cambridge University 260 in a separate Cambridge match.
The Greenough Roads Board held its regular monthly meeting on the 4th. Apologies were received from Mr W Tones. The Rabbit Department was instructed to proceed within 21 days with the destruction of rabbits at the river mouth and a request was made for an extension of time and information on the destruction. Mr Grant received authority to spend a further £5 on the Moymyoonoula Glengarry Road. Mr Logue was empowered to clear bushes on Greenough and Walter Roads and near Willmats. Mr Eakins was allowed 120 to till in the hole near his gate. Thanks were given to Mr Meefic for offering to make six chains of gravel road free of cost and for providing a team to repair Crevanagh Road. Difficulties in trucking at Walkaway due to fences were noted, and owners Scott and Hamerster were to receive a notice. Tenders for McCartney Road opened and let to Wiley and McCaidh. The secretary reported some ratepayers had not paid their rates and was instructed to inform the board’s solicitor with a deadline for enforcement. The secretary was ordered to warn residents who allow stock on the roads that action will be taken if not stopped.
Queen's Mall presents a Saturday programme featuring a spoof on Alice in Wonderland with Buttesdue Ballet Girl, plus Ubetar films The Ultimate Sacrifice and 3 Promise. Rex produces strong dramas while Esty organs and F. A. Woodward provide musical accompaniment to Lead Kindly Light and Abide With Me. Advertisements tease future sensational attractions and summer clearance at Fuller’s.
The Derby report notes the King attended the meeting where Wootton secured three victories led by Tagalie, daughter of Cylenne, owned by Mr. W. Raphael. A stray tale about Tommy and a tree, a newborn bull and a cold afterward rounds out the readable fragments of this OCR.
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