This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!
This newspaper page contains 15 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.
Newspaper
Geraldton Guardian
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
May 01, 1913
Page
3
London dispatches report Montenegro's resistance to Austria's demand for control triggers stock declines. The Daily Mail questions aims to ease tensions while Vienna eyes possible independent action. Ambassadors conference failed to reach decisive steps, with Austria moving toward unilateral action as talks continue.
Police raided the headquarters of the Women’s Political Union in London this afternoon. Quick arrests followed amid reports of revolutionary sabotage and the seizure of perilous documents. Authorities vow to press charges.
An April 30 London dispatch discusses naval expansion in the Mediterranean and beyond. It notes Austria plans one dreadnought soon, Italy sanctioned three more, France ordering five in 1913, and Germany expanding fleets with prewar dreadnoughts and new cruisers. It also mentions German investments near Abreandretta by the Gulf and Asian developments near Skanderoun.
Secretary of State W. J. Bryan proposed restricting Japanese land ownership in the state until federal negotiations and treaties with Japan proceed. Governor Vohnam sought to address the request, while the Supreme Court of the state weighs the Valloraian Bill against federal powers. London reports on imperial finance and armament concerns. The article also discusses mining prospector bias and wage-focused labor dynamics in the industry.
Perth May 1 The State financial reform for April shows an excess of revenue over expenditure The accumulated deficit is now £91544 The revenue from State Steamers for the ten months was £7113 and the expenditure £49276
Perth's Acting Premier Bath says Manager Davies of the State Implement Works has returned from the East and an early start will be made with the erection of the works. A motor car crash near Subiaco killed the driver, a married man in his forties, with a passenger escaping. In Timaru the butchers strike at Smithfield Meat Works persists amid accusations between non unionists and workers, while a Boulder meeting featured the Trafalgar Plate and Autumn Steeplechase results. Municipal elections across New Zealand show a Labour decline in Wellington and Christchurch with a straight party contest for mayor in Wellington.
In a letter to the editor, a reader questions the government handling of the Yandanooka Estate. They wonder if the land will be sold as freehold parcels and demand clarity on timing and portions to be released.
A fragmented item lists shooting targets and schedules at the Geraldton Rifle Range. Mentions Milne and Milne Club with multiple targets, Cadet, Hille Club, and dates in July and June.
The Sloton Roads Board announces the closure of Victoria Location 2260 from its oath week common to a surveyed road. Work begins May 7 1918 from 10 am to 3 pm. Motorists must detour via alternate routes and prepare for possible fees and penalties.
Mr. W. J. Butcher, Liberal Senate candidate, spoke at Mr. Carson’s homestead on Monday April 26. He criticized Federal governance trends, touted Liberal reforms, and urged immigration to keep Australia white while defending state interests against postal and tramway nationalization. The meeting featured acknowledgments, a vote of confidence in Bekker, and local remarks from party members.
Report from Sydney on April 3 describes hammer makers at Cockatoo Island dockyard opposing work allocations among sections. About four hundred workers are affected as oil er makers and their assistants face idle time due to strikes and reduced duties.
In Sydies on April 20 the Banco Court heard Samy McVea professional boxer sue Stadium Ltd for £1000 claiming breach of contract. McVea says defendants agreed to pay at least £1600 but have paid only £673. Trial in progress before Chief Justice and a jury.
The half yearly meeting of the Colonial Sugar Refining Co Lt Ltd was held in Sydney. Mr Slater presided. The six months ending March 31 showed a net profit of £293,090 with £177,090 earned in Australia and £116,000 in Fiji and New Zealand.
In Melbourne Gray and Sit ken battle in billiards while a Congregational minister in Renmark warns that racecourse life corrupts morals. He recounts experiences at the track as deeply troubling and urges adherence to natural laws and morality despite public attention.
The piece recounts Senator Gore's life from a childhood accident injuring his eye to lifelong disability, education at Cumberland University, and ascent in Oklahoma politics. It notes Gore as a key Democratic figure allied with Woodrow Wilson and praises his wife Mrs. Gore as a political partner and informed adviser.
We want people to find what they are looking for at NewspaperArchive. We are confident that we have the newspapers that will increase the value of your family history or other historical research. With our 7-day free trial, you can view the documents you find for free.
People find the most success using advanced search. Try plugging in keywords, names, dates, and locations, and get matched with results from the entire collection of newspapers at NewspaperArchive!
You can also successfully find newspapers by these browse options. Explore our archives on your own!
Browse by location and discover newspapers from all across the world.
Browse by date and find publications for a specific day or era.
Browse old newspaper publications to find specific newspapers.