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Newspaper
Geraldton Guardian
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Jun 29, 1911
Page
3
Fragmented OCR notes protest against a declaration, citing merchants and shipowners on Baltimore and exchange figures. It mentions naval power, potential invasion of Britain, and opposition from political figures like Asquith and Grey, with chambers of commerce forwarding petitions.
In Headford woolcombers on strike halted a mill machine as police intervened to control rioters. Stone throwing occurred among the crowd with several headrota involved while authorities restored order.
London reports crews of numerous ships joining a seamen's strike. The shipping industry from Sondertanl to Glascaw is halted with 1,060 workers on strike. Forty-one coastal firms at Newcastle rejected strikers’ demands, while Amsterdam ports show 20 of 25 steamers idle due to the action.
Paris June 28 M Calillany the late ministry's finance minister forms a new cabinet with Premier interior minister M Cailillany justice minister Mo Cripps foreign affairs minister Mr Desolves marine minister M Delcasse war minister M Messimy finance minister M Klots and others. The cabinet aims to propose a budget promptly and seek Parliament support for a regional protection system replacing the Ubempagor Area delimitation.
Mr Graham Priv director of the Kalgourlie Tramway Company with interests in the Eastern Goldfields and in Perth and Fremantle died in London today. Born in London, he moved to Western Australia where he built transport links and banking ties. His passing removes a prominent figure in colonial business circles.
Press opinions on the association’s annual report for the year ended September 30, 1910 praise its sterling character and trustworthy practices. The review highlights confidence in the company’s loyalty to clients and straightforward dealings, noting its prominence in insurance across the globe.
A Melbourne deputation yesterday waited on Acting Premier Mrs Watt to urge steps to secure more skilled workers in the building trade. Watt, acknowledging experience as a promoter, said the government knew more skilled men are needed and asked for authoritative particulars on requirements for the coming months.
Melbourne June 38 Edward Morris reported being shot at Brung Hringle station where he was employed a remarkable accident unfolded as Morris with a rifle attempted to shoot at a hawk the weapon discharged striking his own head and ear he wrapped his overcoat and waited until aid arrived with the tale of the incident still unclear and incomplete
Disturbance continues in the New Hebrides with insurrectionary chiefs eluding capture. British and preach authorities report European residents in North East Sante facing danger as tensions rise after the latest mail dispatch reaches today.
In Sydney on June 23 the Royal Commission heard further evidence on labor shortages. Several builders testified to a positive shortage and described serious hampers in Sydney. On June 28 the billiard match between Reece and Lindrum continued, with Reece leading 12 to 0 and Lindrum at 11,928.
Queensland report says wreckage of the German Government yacht Sessiern, missing since June 3, 1909, has been found near Howick Island. Despite cane-cutting contracts, the Australian Workers' Union urges a strike. A strike camp forms southeast of Hundaberg as many men prepare to take up quarters.
In Kalgoorlie Judge McMillan condemned Leopold Braddock, a Commercial Bank teller, to two years imprisonment for stealing £1 2. The judge noted the temptation of a low wage and stressed the difficulty of maintaining a bank position, while imposing a lenient sentence.
In Woolvardie the Flying Mandicap protest alleging interference by Lady Campton has been dismissed. Dime 2% remains unnamed in the ruling and the field resumes racing.
Federal census figures from Melbourne indicate Victoria will gain one member in Parliament while Queensland increases from one to ten representatives. NSW leads population counts with 1,049,205 and Victoria at 1,315,005. Western Australia and South Australia also listed, total population about 4,119,493.
The National Association for the Study and Prevention of Tuberculosis reports a steep growth in anti tuberculosis activity. By April 1 there were nearly 1500 agencies at work, a rise of about 75 percent since 1901. The new Directory lists 1212 facilities, hospitals, and day camps, plus associations and institutions dedicated to prevention and inmate care.
At Northampton Convent School the distribution of Coronation medals to pupils occurred on Wednesday. Mr Cenningho presented the medals and spoke of empire unity and citizen duties. He urged the children to value the opportunities given by parents and teachers and to honor their ancestors as they grow toward service to the King.
A patient recounts severe swallowing difficulty and coughing until a remedy named Peppermins Cure relieved symptoms. The account credits the product with saving wellbeing after weeks of illness and reliance on a patient wife’s care.
The document outlines senior cadet statutory parades, attendance requirements, and leave rules. It details compulsory participation, acceptable absences with or without leave, additional voluntary parades, and penalties for nonattendance. It also protects employes serving in cadets from penalties by employers for attending camps.
Property owners in Hirgerald street met to consider asking the Council to alter the proposed route from Francis street toward Fitzgeral street toward Gray Bay. Sixteen gentlemen attended. deputation to press Fitzgerald street claims. Discussion weighed street width, vacancies, and access to recreation ground and show ground amid potential gains.
A letter to the editor protests Dr Dooley for opposing immigrant employment by the council. The writer argues immigrants, especially British emigrants, should be allowed to work and help develop Australia, praising their value physically mentally and economically. The piece urges broad-minded support for newcomers against narrow policy.
The piece recalls Mr Daley who sought interview but failed to be chosen as candidate, facing blame for losing Ceraldton to Labor. An appeal by Mr Dooley with others upheld, while censure was passed for election conduct. Labor Congress endorsed the censure and urged no further action. Aims to answer questions on past stand, electoral fights, and municipal elections amid calls for non agitators and pro bono publico.
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