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Newspaper
Geraldton Guardian
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Jun 14, 1919
Page
3
Thirteen deaths noted in Melbourne on June 13 as influenza spreads with four new deaths reported today. Unknown source of outbreak. authorities unable to trace infection paths. Fresh cases appear in Perth and Fremantle with three new infections in Fremantle and three in Perth. no new details on containment or remedies.
Examination of travellers people meter in crowds was a good way to spread according to the fragmented notes. The text hints at crowd studies and data collection methods but lacks complete context or definitive conclusions.
A terse report notes discussions over adopting isolation ward measures amid a larger disruption. The Chel Media Council expresses intent to concur with proposed arrangements, signaling official support for targeted patient containment and ward procedures.
A chaotic dated letter from Geraldton dated January 18 1919 laments postwar reforms in Western Australia. The writer denounces authorities and railway relics, urging action and critical reflection on political change and public works.
Telegrams from Victoria discuss unloading a collier amid a seamen's strike. A moderate section suggests a compromise view, noting the strike could be closed to seamen while the matter is reviewed, signaling government mediation and potential disruption to port operations.
A fragmented note discusses a peace conference and possible German indemnity at Rantzan during a visit from Col. It references reparations and the control of raw materials as central topics. The garbled text suggests ongoing negotiations and emphasis on economic terms shaping postwar settlement.
In a wartime update, British submarine losses are noted as delayed due to inadequate arrangements. Bolshevik actions are described as smashed, while Ukrainian forces reportedly incur heavy losses. Poles are credited with a splendid advance.
Admiral Kolechek has accepted terms from allied powers for his government amid upheaval. A strike at Coblentz triggered fears of deportation and forced a resumption of work as military authorities occupied food provisions for troops. The Irish American delegation reports ongoing guerrilla warfare in Ireland.
The report records a football game between the Fire Brigade and Rovers with quarter by quarter scoring details. First quarter shows Brigade six behinds and Rovers one goal. Half time Brigades lead with four goals two behinds. Third quarter totals show Brigades at two goals twelve behinds versus Rovers two behinds.
A late start and a tight finish produced an evenly matched contest in the Gumpegifen round. Bell contributed for the home side as the score remained close through the final whistle.
Fragmentary notes show MULLEWA RAILWAY STATION handling oranges with a reference to 93 dec. events and a possible exchange or dispatch note. Literacy unclear, but suggests goods in transit and potential scheduling or pricing details pending clarification.
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