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Newspaper
Geraldton Guardian
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Mar 06, 1913
Page
4
March reports from Constantinople note Turkish negotiations with the Great Powers over peace terms. The Sultan's Grand Vizier says the powers are simply testing offers and awaiting Allied acceptance of Turkey's proposals amid ongoing hostilities.
The Japanese government raised three million pounds by issuing Treasury Bills bearing 5 percent interest redeemable within twelve years.
The United States inaugurates Dr Woodrow Wilson as President with Mr Marshall as Vice President in a ceremony at the U S Capitol. A large crowd gathers for the event and Wilson proceeds to the White House after the oath, meeting the retiring president at the portico.
Paris reports that the Council of War has announced the abolition of exemptions from military service. The move affects applicants seeking relief from conscription, with details to follow in official decrees and parliamentary discussions.
Paris Temps notes Russia intends to raise forces and strengthen reserves. It is expected that Russia and Austria will shortly demobilize their frontier positions.
The report notes authorities plan to reinstate controls as pressure mounts. Journalists grip to the pace of events, while observers remain hopeful that the crisis will not worsen. The piece frames the situation as precarious and awaiting decisive action.
Capetown yesterday saw a heated debate as Mr Silbury urged immediate annual construction of a joint imperial navy, with Britain to consult the Motherland. Sir Thor Smartt backed a two party approach pending talks, while ex-Premier Merrinag warned against entangling South Africa in European arms rivalry and noted South Africa's trade protections.
Senator De Largie said Fowler shifted position since earlier remarks. On the House floor Fowler appeared cautious as De Largie urged an apology for a great wrong and a chance for Chinn to hold him to account.
Minor disturbances accompanied the bores drivers strike in Perth. A non unionist driver was jeered and threw a missile into the crowd, needing medical attendance. The arrest has been made. The Cabinet orders the Registrar to enforce the Arbitration Act.
In a Central Criminal Court session, Alnert Mitchell faced an alleged fraudulent bankruptcy involving property valued at £550 four months prior. The jury disagreed and Mitchell was remanded on bail to report at next sessions. Encounters with the Hat Pin Crusade report two women fined for unprotected hats in Victoria.
Aman nai jasper Lome received four years hard labour and fifteen lashes for a violent act toward two named individuals. The court imposed the corporal punishment as part of the sentence.
The Commonwealth government releases a pamphlet for voters detailing referenda questions and explanations. It outlines how electors should consider the issues and how to cast their ballots.
Officials report a severe drought across New South Wales with extreme lack of rain. Widespread water scarcity threatens agriculture and daily life as supplies dwindle and relief measures struggle to keep up. Total rainfall has been minimal for months, leaving reservoirs depleted and wells strained.
The notice recalls the departure of Mr and Mrs Woodcock of the Commercial Hotel Northampton and announces a farewell on Tuesday March 11 at Mechanics Hall. It also mentions a civic farewell for Governor Strickland and a committee forming to organize the event.
A fragmented notice states ImF at HACKS and PONIES are not required to be registered for the Easter Meeting. An exemption was obtained from W.AT.C, noted with an illegible or corrupted phrase. The item reads as a short clerical update on eligibility.
A scrambled excerpt lists an Easter meeting at the Victoria District Tort Club with March dates and £250 in prizes. It also includes references to Federal Electoral matters and a long, garbled note urging formal advertising of claims and caution about prewar timing. The text shifts to aviation history and trial stakes, with further mixed race and handicap details and a garbled advert for a forthcoming event at the City auction.
A garbled list of notices includes horse racing bets and stakes, a Ladies Bracelet item, and a March event on a Saturday at Mingonew with B Teams playing from 2 pm. It mentions Boyd Mining, Nesshampton Mineral Fight, and communications via Windata and Victoria District Co-Operative with telephone contact.
Farmers urged to participate in barley initiative at Palmerston Street Perth. Union labor groups assist in reviewing barley supply and pricing. Officials seek wider farmer cooperation to stabilize market.
A quiet wedding at Christ Church Geraki united Mr Tatach Jan MacPherson Bilabalong Bes and Miss Muriel MacPherson. The bride wore ivory satin with pearl and lace details and carried a bouquet of white lilies. The groom was given away by Mr Joshua Mills with a bridesmaid and best man attending. a reception followed at the Victorian Hotel with gifts and well-wishes from absent friends.
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