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Newspaper
Geraldton Guardian
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Jun 21, 1913
Page
3
London dispatch summarizes the June 20 developments on Lloyd George and prime ministerial actions. It notes a motion by Mr Adkins condemning alleged bad faith and false charges, while AF Yates attempts to calm the situation amid political tension and debate.
A chaotic scene at Ascot during the Gold Cup where a young man, Howarth, attempted to disrupt the race by firing a revolver. Tracery collapsed after the attack, jockey Whalley escaped, and Prince Palatine won as Steadfast finished second. Howarth, identified as James Howitt of Ledbury, faced severe charges.
The Davis Cup tie between South Africa and Canada opens at Queen's Club London with Canada’s Powell beating South Africa’s Lar Sueur and Goundert defeating Seh Wingers in singles matches. The report notes further coverage of the event and mentions political and social upheaval headlines in other sections.
A garbled OCR note describes a tragedy at a plantation involving girls and a local area name. The fragment mentions a Wherd EIghEY girl group and a plantation action with doors fastened, leading to injuries or deaths.
Belzrale June 20 The Balkan situation remains critical as the Case faces a dilemma. It must decide whether to arbitrate under the Serbo-Bulgarian treaty provisions risking prejudice to Mervin or pursue equity based on treaty details and resulting possible protracting of the issue.
Mr Syimey Pond discussed his Workers' Homes Board loan request for a house on land he owns on Snownen Street. He described months of correspondence, planning for access lanes and a central arch, and stated that approval would raise land value and his wage prospects, while he sought to move in with his family.
Telegrams report a fatal shooting at Bam Boo Pintck on Wednesday. John Menalf and James Saunders wrestled for a revolver. it fired, mortally wounding Mutcalfy hand two inches below the heart. Saunders held the weapon. Mutcalfy died this morning leaving a wife and four children abroad in the Eastern States.
In Sydney at Bellevue Hill Mr Putt Cox’s residence was robbed by a masked intruder who struck Nellie Cox and demanded valuables. Dolly Cox fought him with a chair before he fled with three diamond rings. Police later arrested two young men in connection with the case.
Jewellery valued at £250 was stolen last night from a room at the Wentworth Hotel in the city. The room was occupied by proprietress Mrs MarLurgan. Domestic staff present at the time saw nothing suspicious, suggesting a well planned robbery.
A Geraldton Chamber of Commerce meeting chaired by Mir W. E Bandie discussed appointing A. Builder as vice president, A. E. Goodison as Master, and noted absence apologies. They addressed Crown Bowls licensing, harbour matters, customs issues, examinations rules with Fremantle, uniform dinner hour rejection, railway timetable, and road projects on the railway jetty.
The Prime Minister tendered resignation to the Governor General and asked Mr Cook to form a ministry. An interregnum follows with Mr Cook expected from Sydney. Sir John Forrest, W K Irvine, P M Glynn, L E Groom, and Senator E D Millen named as likely Cabinet members.
Large crowd gathered on Marine Terrace to witness the declaration of the Dampier Division poll. The Returning Officer announced Gregory as the winner with 12 463 votes over Mahon 11 222, 2 informals, declaring Gregory elected. speeches praised the officer and called for electoral act reforms.
Dooley praised workers for Mabou as Geraldton Labour gains show a substantial majority of 241 at the booths. He noted potential boost from absent votes and reflected on the division's trials and strong local support across motions. Harriganay thanked supporters, acknowledging a challenging period but solid backing from the group.
The Commandant for Western Australia Colonel Irving conducted serial inspections of Ares 84b and the Geraldton Detachment of E Co Sth Bn on Tuesday and Wednesday. Attendance was good, with 86 cadets in Geraldton and 37 in Cue, though three Geraldton cadets were sick and one had no lawful excuse. Cadets performed drill under Lieut Nobbe assisted by Sergt Sherlock, Bradley and Elliot. The Commandant praised officers, cadets, and instruction, noting Cue cadets carried themselves better. Annual competitions in Perth will cut numbers to about half, and Cue will field its own team, while Geraldton cadets must watch Ceo.
The opilimary monthly meeting of the Above Association was held at the Mechanics Institute on Saturday. Mr Counsel and Mr Williams of Bowes arks attended with business interests in agriculture and were proposed as members. Reports on orders for corncacks and Central Executive were discussed. A member who once occupied the hall during Federal political addresses was addressed, with a note that resignation had not yet been received. A mining matter was deemed outside the association's province. A motion asked Mr Gregory to assist in obtaining telephonic communication between Ajany, Tuba, and Northampton.
In Fremantle trading, several stocks showed notable activity with gains led by energy and port logistics plays. Analysts noted mixed volume as traders navigated quarterly results and regional demand signals amid a cautious market tone.
On Thursday evening a social at 8¢ John's Hell attracted sixty to seventy members and friends. The program included a mandolin solo, a Scotch item, recitations, and a vocal piece. Refreshments and a guessing contest crowned Mrs Cape Joeree as winner. Professor Feynolde praised the evening, and the singing of the national anthem closed a successful gathering.
News notes report Mr Dartwell, an English engineer, claiming love for a cesersiy and predicting wireless telephonic communication across hundreds of miles. He also mentions large centers for corrodpanesent Caephonse sil dhatly be cablabe and various unrelated items from county cricket to Victorian bonds and world mile swimming preparations.
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