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Newspaper
Geraldton Guardian
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Jun 12, 1926
Page
3
Fragmented OCR text shows a government crisis over coal shortages with ministers debating outreach and wage reductions. It notes ministers, including a secretary at the conference, and mentions plans, a vote, and miners returning to work after a near halt. The piece references specific names and general policy debates without clear dates or locations.
Speech in the House of Commons laments Baldwin era missteps and urges immediate action to avert disaster. The speaker condemns suppression of wage relief and calls for lower wages to ease the crisis, proposing twenty alternate measures to restore balance and prevent further harm.
A vast rush forms as a new diamond vein near Lichtenburg attracts prospectors and workers. Thousands gather amid makeshift shacks and barges, with 1000 ready to bid for claims, while professionals join the fray and athletes prepare for competitions.
A late tribute from Prime Ministers of Britain at the unveiling of a statue for the Vielch Marshal on the Morse Guards Parade. The Prince spoke of Jord Kitehen tpl work in freeing time for the kin and prosperity of the empire. He praised Willimen Bird and commended Kit for arming and transforming national strength into a dominant military power guiding the Montinics of the world.
In a garbled interview fragment a figure named Mitesh claims an aim to recognize and scan a property or membership of the Troagis Wl Nation. The Provident Directorate Tener Dine De Hivera is cited, and the British Catlud Prem is referenced as part of the discussion.
Fragmentary OCR notes report excavations at a site with references to Bowie, Mrumela, Tusip 9 and 127 Brivinh sobtiers. The text mentions underground galleries, Memioon and Phe Wise, and a June date tied to a mutiny in a historical context. Entities are unclear due to garbled text but several proper nouns appear.
An obscure report from Iilabide County recounts a fatal incident at the Trish Mansion. Three women died from injuries believed caused by a firearm incident with unknown assailant(s). No clear evidence shows how the women were confronted or what events led to the tragedy.
A chaotic city scene unfolds as detectives with a large force confront a criminal team. Lunde and Dube appear amid crowd activity at Hounebsciteh as officers establish a broad cordon. Starks uses disguises to misdirect the pursuit while others aid in the operation.
Telegrams from Western Australia report Basil reached Perth with a basic wage decision setting 4 pounds 5 shillings for male workers and 22 pounds 5 shillings and 11 pence for female workers, dated Lune 12.
Fragmented notes indicate Beason’s forecast for Broome fishing through May 31 shows 21 toms caught so far, with last year’s period recording 200 tomes. Water conditions from Whistlers Creek were favorable, and double engine boats averaged 14 to 18 cwts over eight days.
New South Wales moves to settle a dispute as a compulsory conference is set in the Mibbie matter. The conference aims to advance negotiations and reach a settlement, with broad hopes the process will resolve the competition issue.
In June 40, Austin gas users face new limits tied to a coal strike. Householders must read their own meters and report readings to the Gas Em Board tomorrow, with inspectors to verify compliance. About 199,000 consumers across metropolitan areas are affected, with domestic use capped around 23 for the period.
Merchants at Flinders Lane Concaibre Bros donated £12,500 to the Children's Hospital Appeal. Funds will cover three ware and more to count £4,150 as part of Queensland coverage. A separate Brisbane alert notes detectives and a tracker probing the death of 17 year old Christian Dade near Rosewood Ipswich Road amid a reported struggle.
In South Australia a charge of fraud is linked to the will of James Stow involving trustee actions and funds of about £14,290 tied to bonds. The case involves Albert Stow and Henry Jit as proceedings begin with the estate not yet wound up, while four English railway companies report grose losses of £4,490,000 from strikes, erasing prior profits.
In a match under English conditions Australia declared 322 for three after Barham-Mare 116 in the second innings. Durham were all out in their reply. Griminett, Macartney, Grimmett and Cook starred as Australia achieved a large innings victory.
London reports anticipation for the first Test between England and Australia at Leeds with strong bowling from England and uncertain form of key players. Tickets sold out for the first two days as 25 000 spectators are expected, with timing adjusted to West Australian time.
A railway wreck near Kayaga and Aberdere leaves five dead and more than thirty injured, with reports limited at midnight. The Brisbane express derailed crossing a wooden bridge. the leading engine, tender, sleeping car, two other carriages, and brake van were involved. Responders from Kenne and Muswellbrook arrived at the scene to assess the wreck and assist survivors.
Eyewitness accounts from Aberven refer to a tragic accident near the viaduct where a passenger train toppled 15 to 20 feet from the ridge. Carriages lay strewn along the slope and embankment while the first engine rested on its side amid turf beneath the bank.
The text references several injured individuals, including Mim Burke and Mie Murie finks, with mentions of operations at Heong Hospital. It notes Mr Ward Morgan playing Prince art and a man named My Forde, plus damaged bodies from wrecked scenes and fractures.
An OCR fragment reports sports results from New South Wales racing and a vivid, cramped account of gambling at Cannes. It names Railways and Fire Brigades teams, score glimpses, and mentions high life at Cannes with a young girl at a bank show.
Local sale offers 200 Arno Ree eyctinheine 1 and 2 GO Merino hoggets and mixed sheep. Auctioneer notes quality strong, buyers urged to inspect prior to bidding.
A damaged OCR text announces memorials and corporate matters linked to Nabawn Public Hall and The Aspocitigns Incorporation A. It references trustships, public obligations, and a date in July 126, with mentions of dividends and assignors. The legibility issues obscure names and precise actions but indicate a formal notice regarding claims and assignments related to local governance and corporate entities.
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