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Newspaper
Geraldton Guardian
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Jun 29, 1920
Page
3
A chaotic wartime dispatch describes a raid at a fishing hut housing Irish Republican rebels. Attacks on barracks damaged roofs, torches, petrol, and gunfire left casualties and fear. Ulster rights and government threats to deploy force are cited as Belfast voices urge protective funds and freedom.
A drowning occurred while a person swam near a maid who aided with medical checks. The body was recovered within half an hour and a doctor confirmed death by heart failure. An inquest was deemed expeditious. The Earl of Dudley hunted salmon at sea stock. Lord Filsom arrived at Romuck. The probable candidates section notes Bertin and President Mbert as likely, with references to constitutional terms and potential candidacy.
Fragmentary report from Landau June 28 notes local labor council actions and a conference outcome. Prohibition moves were rejected and a motion for state control was defeated. Local option received support though the details are unclear.
Fragmentary dialogue shows a Netherlands government refusal to hand over an ex-Kaiser figure. Westwood Bowe questions the outcome and a speaker jokingly notes the subject may not be “quite male yet,” followed by laughter.
Telegrams report a Baltic voyage incident as the eightt eightst reduced speed causes a ship to pitch, deck flooding and water spray. The vessel inclines with wind and waves, but no further damage or casualties are noted beyond tremors and a missing deck section.
The Albany board meets June 26 with members Sowden Mitchell McCoutny Mayes. A £100 circular grant for reeds and fence on Bowes estate is noted. Gates on road between lots 4671 and 4475 requested and approved. Rates across wards raised modestly to fund unimproved lands and annual valuations. The welcoming party to meet the Prince of Wales departs for Albany, with Premier Beaddan and cabinet member aboard. Engine drivers resume work after failed direct action. A round table conference is planned with a deputation from the Gam Em Hoyess union seeking an extension of work.
Torlan farmers pressed for government action to build terminal silos and regulate wheat pricing. They warned against Australia facing higher costs if producers cannot boost yields and handle higher grade wheat. disputes over prices and duties for retailers emerged amid calls for state processing and new handling schemes.
Record tramway traffic reports over nine million passengers carried by Sydney's tramways during the Prince's visit, with peak usage noted across tea time and several days of royal events, reflecting high public transport demand.
In June 1920 the Geraldton Rifle Club laments weather delaying the June competition and urges a strong turnout next Saturday. The letter notes G Lester as chair and outlines plans for a stronger clash with mock nobly invited by the Mocknibarm Cah, citing past Broome Cup success and hopes for renewed championship battles. The signer endorses the club’s bid, asking readers to uphold the trophy’s prestige and questions about other clubs not yet ready.
Readable remnants of a garbled sale ad list bold price cuts on fabrics and textiles. Items include double width gabardines and serges in various colors like pink, navy, and cream, with prices ranging from 1/8 to 9/1 per yard. Names and places are partially legible, suggesting a department or dry goods store advertising a weekend sale.
A fragmented verse describes a child’s search for sordid truths and hidden facts. The read includes garbled phrases and nonsensical terms, suggesting a legacy of corrupted OCR text. No clear events, dates, or identities emerge from the readable lines.
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