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Newspaper
Geraldton Guardian
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Jun 10, 1913
Page
3
Fragmented OCR notes describe political campaigning and funeral references across scattered names and places. The text mentions figures in a wartime setting and hints at debates, marches, and a memorial event surrounding a public figure.
Reported in London on June 9 a sensational motor car fatality near Medway Kent as a car crashed into a protective bridge rail. The car owner and driver Jug alin was believed dead, his relatives awaiting confirmation as authorities recovered the body from the river.
A chaotic entry list shows races for the We Luantes Stakes and Hamburg meeting with numerous horse names and weights. Major events include the Hamburg track one mile trial and the Norfolk course six furlongs with entries such as Wondergeaph and Norwood Handicap. The page notes shifts in post times and upcoming fixtures at venues like Adelaide and Chartatan with several listed sponsors and horse owners.
The article reports on ongoing federal elections with no change in leadership standings. It notes vote counting across subdivisions, anticipated results for the House of Representatives and Senate, and mentions major candidates and en route return details. It also covers Attorney General Hughes’ remarks on Labor support and the political climate.
Racing results list two mile events at Plewington with Myall Jack and Invermichie among contenders, plus the Sandringham Thandicap, Tiycess Handicar, and Dampie Davisium stakes. Melbourne Winter Meet at Watt Marlborough Holes reports Light Watlurt and Steen Anchor leading, with several handicap results and notable odds.
The Burton on Trent conference of railway workers demanded a general strike and a minimum wage. President Mr Bellamy said the national union program would require all workers to join, pledging united action to compel nonunionists to align.
Clipped report from Weekly Times notes widespread rain delays and forecasted thaw affecting wheat growing areas. Authorities warn continued wet weather may hinder harvests while crop injuries and transport disruptions are seen across multiple provinces. Local officials urge caution as conditions persist into the coming week.
The garbled notice mentions a sale at Fuller's with references to price clearance and shoe items. It cites a van yard and sample shirts with unclear names and places, suggesting a local sale or auction. Details are unreadable, but the ad implies discount offerings and quality claims.
The document outlines figures by state regions including Western Australia Victoria South Australia and Tasmania. It references Trade and Commerce departments and lists electoral voting details for the Geraldton referendum noting notable numbers of particular votes and procedural matters.
The Rev A. Brown leads the Geraldton presbytery congregation while taking duties at Albany. Sergeant Thomas begins a month long holiday. Mrs Drew loses her husband’s mother during a Northampton visit. Mr Frank Herbert, former Geraldton banker, transfers to Allarat via Warmantool and is promoted for his service.
The Servian Commandant warns the Bulgarian commander of full Servian army resistance to any advances. Mir Bordern seeks further legislation to acquire or build the battleship provided for in the Navy Bill. Lowton newspapers praise Bordern's stance amid other mixed items including a murder verdict at Mt Barker and suffragette damages.
The notice states an opportunity for sale with payment in 12 months bearing 6 percent interest. Full particulars available from Auctioneer James G. Kidd of Geraldton Mechas Bussies.
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