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Newspaper
Geraldton Guardian
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Jun 07, 1924
Page
3
Vague notes describe indictments and a political push amid violent crime fears. The text references youths, a defense aiming to prove immunity, and a mayoral campaign timing amid unrest and public concern over safety. Names and clear facts are obscured by garbled OCR.
Reported clashes accompany a protest meeting in Tokyo opposing U S immigration limits as delegates from multiple parties converge at a pretext for anti American sentiment. Violence erupts amid police actions while European and regional delegates discuss overseas labor and union negotiations amid rising tensions.
Rain delay slows start as Yorkshire and Booth Africa play under overcast skies. Yorkshire top-scorer Oldroyd 67, Briswade 14, total 234. Booth Africa 111 for 0 before rain ends play. Wrightships and delays affect city services and workers.
Fragmented Sydney era dispatches report the vessel Bertin carrying provisions. crew fell ill and the ship was near Fern as listed by the Daily Chronicle. Other items note German military price trends and race accident in Dunedin with rider O’Connell injured. Wellington reports groceries rising 5 percent and Belgian women gaining municipal franchise under discussion. France and Britain politics receive brief mention.
Telegrams report that death sentences have been commuted for multiple defendants. The notes name Frank Shutyleworth, aged 20, and others connected to a Mondvr case at Leura of Dayit Vivee Bhar, plus Thomiaa Ly Mitel. The item mentions Yeean rane Ue and Michan Aetheridges as parties affected by the commutations.
In a garbled report, police procedure references were described, including instruction to tie and follow certain routines. The account mentions Mr. Onlton and warnings about preventing certain activities at the inn, with emphasis on avoiding disruptions to established practices.
A fragmentary account discusses proposals to prohibit the export of Merino sheep from Australia. Key figures such as F K Heokt Luble and W D Gorston-ouly discuss imperial trade, with critics arguing against unrestricted export to protect empire interests and French aims in wool production.
Fragmented OCR describes Victoria Taylor trial with defendant denying guilt. Detective Fowler cites evidence and court debates pace and jurors. Judge Williamson reportedly grants extended deliberation while cautions about embarrassing surrounding parties.
In the House of Representatives a motion on government payments under the Balmorr agreement is debated as part of a federal censure. A total of 127 candidates have endorsed or announced intent to stand in the upcoming state election. Of these, 39 are in the metropolitan area and 34 in the country, with 19 retiring members facing no opposition. Three electorates show dual contests with four candidates each. Labor endorses 44 candidates, Farmers Union 1, and the rest are Liberals or independents. Expect shifts in party balance in the new parliament.
In Caunceston on June 3 a mother was convicted for leading two years of crime. Imreeny, identified as the mother, received a sentence and was committed to the Minte'y ware. Eric Atkins, a city youth, appeared in the City Police Court yesterday charged with destroying an envelope and was ordered to make restitution within a month or face imprisonment.
A report from Perth noting a small group in Geraldton enjoyed an amateur radio opening night. The event featured a speaker, a quartet and recitations amid atmospheric interference and war talk, with optimism for future broadcasts despite mine concerns.
The Goodwood meeting in Western Australia reports results and betting odds. Winners include Heenly ruin wet vial Stogerher, Porth and Mountain Beauty with prices ranging from 4 to 7 to 1, across events from seven furlongs to the Goodwood Plate.
A chaotic turf meeting ends with the principal rider facing an inquiry over careless riding. The steward suspends the rider pending the investigation as officials adjourn the proceedings.
The Rovers and Fire Brigades met in a soggy recreation ground match with Scoring details: Movers 11 goals 7 behinds, Fire Brigades 2 goals 7 behinds in third, final quarter Movers 19 1 and Fire Brigades 3 14. Currie scored the only goal for the Brigades in a senior contest.
The article recalls Aston Villa’s near miss in the English Cup final and the theft of the silver trophy. It mentions a detective story about the cup’s disappearance, the craftsman makers, and Villa’s subsequent win the following year. It also notes a prehistoric astronomical rock chart found near Cheshire, dating to the New Stone Age and indicating advanced ancient knowledge.
South Australia racing notes from the July Birthday meeting with Stand By winning by two and a half lengths over The Storm. Entries included Paraion Staal By and Station. Time 2255, with divisions paying £3 to 3 and £3 to time.
Fragmentary notes recount the decline of silver use as democracy popularized its reach into humble homes. The piece contrasts Victorian elegance with modern substitutes, recalling Trafalgar era grandeur and a shift toward electric light and earthware. A Melbourne court incident about a football-obsessed husband follows.
Vitae fans will be entertained as Sabliere Pictures screens William Fox serial The Net at Queen's Hall with Barton Canteton and a Universal Bow show. Levi Vamhyitle Goill and Levante perform, with Nelle Lewinson and Courtney among the talent. Jackie Coogan stars in Cir Days at King's on Tuesday, with Toby Tyler reshaping his role. Cast includes Claire McDowell Sam de Grasse and William Barlow. plot lines feature a boy and his uncle in a bustling melodrama atmosphere.
Tonight audiences are invited to a special feature film at the Theatre and Queen's Hall showing the tableau from the misty waters of Australian harbor. The film is praised for its realistic portrayal of naval life and adventurous scenes, drawing strong crowd interest.
The article notes Mr. Jack Pettit, a young artist, attending an evening at the Kinz Theatre to study contestants and the ringside crowd for a possible drawing or model. A show in Town Hall last night drew Pettit’s interest as he observed the scene and mode. the details hint at an engaging event.
A vintage theater page promotes Jackie Coogan in A Chapter in Her Life at King’s with Claude Illingwater June Merer and Fuequeting Aubolen. It touts romance and drama, mentions Toby Tyler, Perils of the Yukon, and Levante Vaudeville acts, urging readers to see the big picture of Jackie’s career.
A fragmented notice mentions Nubone Corsets and AVCAS 190 with references to a representative and figures such as 251 and Geraldten. The readable text is sparse and lacks clear actions or dates.
An assortment of 1924 Geraldton telegrams and advertisements, detailing livestock auctions, machinery sales, motor parts, confectionery courses, pianos, and local services. Includes notices from Dalgety & Co Ltd, Bogle Bros, and various agents, with pricing, stock lists, and employment ads.
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