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Newspaper
Geraldton Guardian
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Jun 16, 1923
Page
3
London reports a British memorandum to France outlining three key questions. It asks what France defines passive resistance, what Germany must do to ensure France’s support, and whether France will revert to the pre crisis regime for the Ruhr area. France is said to consult Belgium before answering.
London reports via Daily Express Berlin that French authorities executed a sentry at Ock Tinghausen after curfew violations. Two Germans detained and over a hundred arrested amid alleged French patrol gunfire. Ruhr economy deteriorating as Gelsenker chen furnaces near closure due to fuel shortages.
Helsingfors dispatch cites Kwainn papers claiming 16 political prisoners were executed in Lubiaka Prison Moscow last Friday night. Among the executed were 17 priests.
Lemion June 14 British reply to the Russian note states the Soviet has met essential conditions and now a new step toward improving relations is urged. The exchange signals intent to maintain cordial diplomatic ties and resolve differences through mutual concessions and dialogue.
June 19 report discusses alleged plots by former Premier M Stam buliski to force King to abdicate and crown Alexander or other monarchist factions. A rival idea seeks to restore King Pordim to the throne amid revolutionary rumors.
John Ewing appointed as new official in West Australia according to telegrams. Name variations and garbled text accompany the brief notice.
A Capetown message from Perth dated June 1 describes Captain Symonds of the liner Rumie in Durban noting wireless memos about the Trevasers loss. He says Trevea and Tregenns were nearer the scene as boats remained unfound, with confusion over the cause of the incident.
A large deputation of cattle breeders met with Minister for Agriculture Hon. HK Maley at the Premier's office this morning to press for official recognition of pure bred cattle. They argued other breeds such as Friesian Ayrshire and Redpolls deserve equal consideration. The minister promised the department will apply scientific methods and consider the breeders' arguments with care.
In Melbourne reports June 14 and June 18, 191? the House of Representatives discusses a motion by Mr Charlton of the Labor Party challenging the Government’s confidence over limits on Commonwealth rights and immigration policy. A proposed levy on capital accompanies the debate as part of constitutional amendments and fiscal measures.
Welbourne June 15. The board found that Father Michael O Finagan and John Joseph O Keeily advocated overthrow by force of the Irish Free State and each failed to show cause why they should not be deported under the Commonwealth Immigration Act. Melbourne June 13. The Northern Territory Administrator’s annual report notes a population decline and ration dependencies, but expects industrial recovery and notes enduring belief in dormant mineral wealth and future mining prospects.
The annual report shows 24 750 officers on permanent staff across departments. Salaries at June 39 1922 stood at 25 802 919 against 5 510 665 in 1921. Returned soldiers fed to June 30 1982 total 1 857 with 4 155 officers having Expeditionary Pores service. Exhibition Hell and Cinema Hall at Australis House, now a Landon showplace, averages over 1 500 daily attendees.
In NSW Jus Capon Parr and Sednaw Sunn Ul Me are noted. Cyril Box ends eleven years at the Geraldton branch of the Union Bank, moving to Perth. Sir James Connolly, WA Agent General, plans a year end return visit with Lady Connolly, possibly entering British politics. Mr Orrie Greco recovers in Rosella Hospital after a motorcycle accident in Northampton. William H. Humphries improves after a fall at Mullewa station. Madame Melba may stand for Parliament per London Daily Mirror. A H Wells leaves Geraldton Post Office to become postmaster at East Kirrup. Mrs Wells assists promoters of entertainments.
Western Australian Airways Limited asserts its aircraft and engines meet safety standards following a comprehensive Department of Civil Aviation examination. The company says the inquiry confirms airworthiness and damages claims are unfounded.
A Helena Vale Club Perth today report covers races including First Second and Third Plate events with odds. It also notes Australian Geraldton Association results showing Rovers beat Railways 4 5 to 4 7 behinds and a junior match win. Heavy rainstorm floods streets and affects travel and services with the barometer at 20.90 and more showers possible.
A brief Perth market note records wool sales led by Deleety and Co and Led Persh with a tally of 608 units. The spelling and names appear uncertain in the OCR, but the report centers on local wool trade activity and principal purchasers.
A tense match at Quegn's Park ended with a hard fought draw as Thistles pressed to equalise while Town defenders held firm. J. scored for the Town late in the contest securing a partial rebound for their side.
Dr. Webbs criticizes harbor works measures to curb sand drift, noting plans to source sand from Parse’s works may not address the problem. He cites the Recreation Ground drift as a likely source and questions effectiveness of current arrangements.
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