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Newspaper
Geraldton Guardian
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Jun 25, 1912
Page
3
In a wartime debate the government outlines a naval construction plan authorizing spending of £50,000,000 for the year to build dreadnought type battleships with large displacement intended for operations in the North Sea or the Mediterranean.
Fragmentary report suggests German and Russian leaders may seek a rapprochement at a forthcoming conference. Mentions Kaiser and a meeting with Britain in possibly Finland area amid alliance tensions. Details are unclear but sentiment anticipates a potential agreement.
Paris June 24 Ledoux French boxer defeated Digger Stanley in a two round world lightweight clash. Ledoux controlled the fight delivering a powerful seventh round knockout after a tense exchange. Stanley showed scientific skill early but was overwhelmed as Ledoux pressed in the later rounds.
London reports worsening urban unrest as dock workers strike amid food relief efforts for 70,000 children funded by a wealthy American donor. Transport workers also push on with exhausted funds, distributing food tickets to strikers. Labor leader Tom Man released from gaol.
The article reports Roosevelt withdrawing from the Republican contest and launching a new party. It notes the convention reflected a split in support among Taft, Roosevelt, La Follette, Cummins, and Hughes, with delegates voting 101 to 107 to 17 and 2 respectively.
Strong trade winds and cold weather have persisted for a month retarding crop growth. Rain is expected soon, which farmers welcome. Some rot crops are still being planted. Potatoes and homesteads show improvement. A dance on the 21st inst proved successful with rye likely to be strong.
The column lists subscriptions received to fund a testimonial for Mr W Davis, noting names such as Rod Marpep Syd Ward and W Arnold among contributors. It mentions a forthcoming sale at CF Margrave and Fuller’s advertisement. The text reflects a ribald, garbled OCR of early notices and local ad activity.
Telegrams report unemployment in Kalgoorlie with the council seeking government aid for railway passes to allow workers to leave the district. The Debating Chamber is expected to run for over a week with statements by Mr Fisher and Mr AL Cook. Melbourne coverage notes a Chinese exclusion debate and calls for equal admission standards in Australia.
Melbourne reports warnings are issued to ships at sea as cyclone expected to intensify with severe storm and gales. Commonwealth meteorologist Mr Hunt cautions across the Bight Tasmania and NSW coast. Lindrum v Williams score lines note Lindrum 6 Williams 2 2.
Queen's Hall hosts a lively program of star pictures and vaudeville with The Girl and He Trust and His Secretary delivering thrills and morals. Comedians W. Wardrope and Will Wardcope perform, plus Dolly and Ella Weston sing and dance to lively numbers. An updated, all new evening program is promised.
International cricket from London June 2 reports Australia defeating Somerset by ten wickets. Scores and player names are unclear due to damaged OCR but the result is stated with Australia achieving the win and Somerset bowled out in their second innings.
Heavy rain interrupted play at Lords during the England versus Australia triangular test. By stumps England stood 311 for four with Hobbs and Rhodes contributing solidly after a delayed start and a slow first session.
The record lists multiple matches between Australia and England with varied results. Notable outcomes include Australia winning by innings at several venues such as Nottinghamshire and Manchester, while a few games ended in draws. Key figures include scores like 293 and 4 for Australia and innings victories by Australia in several fixtures.
A concise tour outcome shows 1 win and 7 losses, with an additional score of 5 noted as arawn. The fragment indicates overall results from a travel schedule or exhibition run.
Glorious rains lift farmer spirits as operations near completion. Rail work continues with rails laid to seventeen miles and bridges advancing to eighteen miles though timber shortages slow progress. Plan to open traffic soon. Geraldton residents urged to visit the House next Saturday for a broadsheet sale of drapery at bedrock.
Me Mackenzie notes small fruit supplies mainly apples high priced in Perth. Local vegetables plentiful. Poultry supplies fair. Fruit prices listed: oranges 6d per lb, apples 46d per lb, mixed. carrots 1s 7d per dozen. turnips 4s 4d. lettuce 9d. radish 9d. rhubarb 1s 10d. swedes 4d. cabbage 1s 4d. spinach 1s per bunch. cauliflower 4d per 2 heads. Hens 3s 4d, chickens 4d. Lakeyn argeant Messrs A Gibson and Co of BP ware Laney county, etc, was last Saturday with good attendance and satisfactory prices.
An old ad touts men and boys clothing with prices on felt hats sailor suits and knickers. It claims value against competitors and urges comparison to prove the item beats all.
Geraldton moves ahead with underground cables replacing poles as the Postal Telegraph Department expands the system. Inspector Hera explains conduit layings from the post office along Ebranur street to Gardee street to serve future extensions and new subscribers. The plan includes 20 link chains of jarrah conduits carrying about 183 cables with 266 wires, enabling rapid expansion and reduced maintenance costs.
An OCR fragment lists bottles and beverages, mentioning Durlacher Street Bottle Department and items like Buchanan's brandy and various ales. The readable text is fragmented and lacks coherent event details or dates.
Mr BR G Kelly safe manager for Dalgety and Co Ltd of Geraldton left Colombo on Saturday last and should reach Geraldton tomorrow. Mr JH Sieveking has been appointed Acting Clerk of the Local Court and the Licensing Court and Acting Clerk to the Magistrates at Mount Magnet during Mr A Phelps’s absence and as Deputy Assistant Registrar for the Murchison District to reside at Mount Magnet. His Excellency appointed Captain A Wilkinson as Acting Private Secretary vice Captain.
Seeding efforts accelerate in the region as more settlers plant larger areas than last year. Early crops look promising and farmers anticipate the arrival of the iron horse, bringing transport and market prospects.
Racing notes list weights and entrants for the FIRST HACK BACT event with several horses named and odds noted. Entries include Gay Boy, Gunmh Boa0, SUL Le Bouse av, and Park with weights and handicaps, reflecting a jumble of race details and participant identifiers from a local event page.
A garbled sale notice lists Clydesdale stallions including Bancor’s Chief and Jus Deans imported from New Zealand with pedigrees and show prizes. It hints at multiple horses, grand sires, and awards across shows, urging inquiries via Carnarvon.
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