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Newspaper
Geraldton Guardian
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Jun 29, 1922
Page
3
London dispatch reports the Irish Provisional Government calling for national renewal to secure public safety and reestablish free institutions. It urges citizens to cooperate with measures to end insecurity and reclaim Ireland for the Irish people.
Irregulars besieged in the Four Courts as Dail Eireann troops battle them with armored cars trench mortars and machine guns. Fire and explosions rattle the Fowler Memorial Hall as the Free State commander issues an ultimatum and fights continue.
London reports the attack by Free Biaters of the Republicans at Four Courts in Dublin opened with a twelve pounder gun. Commander Rory O Connor was wounded in the battle and several Free Biate troops who refused to fire were arrested.
Report states Irish forces were deployed to quell dissent as authorities tightened grip amid unrest. Commander cited as overseeing operations, with civilians fearing escalation and curfews imposed in several districts.
Berlin reports a fatal underground rail accident with multiple injuries as passenger cars derail and crumple in a tunnel. Passengers crushed and screams fill the semi dark as girders and woodwork fail, witnesses flee to safety while authorities analyze the wreckage.
Railway Commissioner reports faults in Geraldton as authorities cite delays and a burnt rail line. Auctioneers sell an assortment of fruit trees, roses, shrubs, crops and 12 wooden barrels from the region, including apricots apples peaches and vines.
Melbourne report cites Mr. Hughes stating the Government will enforce absolute freedom of choice in the Largs Bay issue. If not, it will dismiss crews and lay up many steamers amid the turmoil.
The Governor-General's speech signals continued focus on immigration schemes, rail gauge unification, and extending federal powers. Ministers aim to ease industrial unrest, negotiate with UK and states, and create a commissioners board to improve public expenditure efficiency.
The Maris eapat Council met last night with members Sewell Williams Baker Hall and Clarke present. They received letters from Cra Crane Teaner Baton and Constantine about tree planting property joining and town beautification. A proposal to refuse delegates from the Ugly Men’s Association was supported noting government immigration plans.
Friday and Saturday showings announced with ticket sales for Friday night. Regional notices invite readers to attend a screening at XUno theater and a separate event featuring Basil Wing in The Unseen World Earthbound along with specified acts and plans at Smythe and Pons.
The Turfs racing notes from Western Australia list entries for a Helene Vale meeting on Saturday. Hurdles and third class plate fields show horses such as Bootigal Belle Merrick and Loro with odds and weights. further entries include Farewell Welter and Snow in other classes with a wide set of names and weights.
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