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Newspaper
Geraldton Guardian
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
May 02, 1925
Page
3
A garbled dispatch from Cape Town on April 30 discusses reactions to a British budget statement and its alleged impact on South African politics. Mentions General Hertzog and secession debates within the Nationalist camp, with references to Cape Times and unnamed officers.
London reports a plot uncovered against Prime Minister Chamberlain and other Cabinet Ministers. It notes they are guarded by two detectives due to ongoing threats.
Berlin April 2. The German chancellor spoke at a meeting of industrial leaders urging a clear policy shift toward removing insecurity and avoiding tying Rhine zone evacuation to any security pact. He maintained Germany’s position on security proposals and urged that evacuation proceed independently to enable reconstruction.
Harold Beaver aged 23 received a divorce on grounds of his wife's misconduct with his brother in law. At the wedding reception he saw his bride weeping with brother Jim. Later statements claim the bride was freed on condition she marry the brother. The bride then lived with Jim.
Washington reports the administration will seek Congress approval for higher funding to strengthen Hawaii's defenses after Oahu's capture. War Secretary Weeks urges urgent upgrades to air power, artillery, and infantry, with plans to raise aircraft permanently from 40 to 100.
A wireless dispatch quotes Jae of a company stating preparations are nearly complete and will begin at the end of next week weather permitting. The message notes final checks before launch and emphasizes cautious timing due to forecast conditions.
In a tense session, Winston Churchill defends unemployment benefit policy and clashes with Labour members who call his stance disgraceful. Churchill refuses to withdraw, labor MPs heckle, and the chair struggles to maintain order before the session ends.
London details from May 7 recount a speaker's testimony in the Commons about a mysterious case involving a woman identified as Alice Burting and a recent illness. The fragment notes alleged malfeasance and unclear connections to a person named Polington in a troubling social incident.
Western Australia reports April finances with revenue £1 and expenditure £74,489 leaving a deficit of £10,048. In Perth on May 4 discussions proceed between Metropolitan Draputen Committee and Hotel Restaurant employers over a new agreement affecting employment terms and miner participation.
Workers held meetings yesterday and again this morning causing many restaurants to close. Herth May 2 and the Motel mil Nstmuramt Em ployers' Union belt. Nine top work meetings were in progress with most restaurants shut in response.
In this April report from Atemourae, the Labour Party plans to move a vote of no confidence when Parliament meets on June 1. The government faces criticism over emigration policy, a proposed sale of the Commonwealth Shipping Line, and tax shortfalls. The text notes anti Australian sentiment abroad and the government faction’s stance amid these issues.
The Prime Minister Mr Bruce discusses the national question of migration urging encouragement of British youth to migrate to Australia while preserving Empire instincts and ideals. He stresses loyalty to the Empire and the value of young Britons joining Australian life.
Melbourne reports Mr. Lase Poole, Commonwealth Treasury official, says Australia imports 42 percent of its timber needs. Hardwood is most urgent. Western Australia shows a timber surplus but is cutting Jarrah and kerri, with scarce savings as forests grow elsewhere.
The Seamen's Union seeks more time to respond to the deregistration petition after being asked to show cause. Officials say a month has passed and it will take three to four weeks to convene management committees to review the appeal.
The Tasmanian Premier Mr J A Lyoms pledged in an April policy speech that if returned he will pursue the greatest economy to explore and boost the natural wealth and to continue the propeganda to secure renewal of every disadvantage offered under Federation.
The Australian banking circle reviews suggest a gradual easing of exchange rates as gold standard is considered. Bankers say restraining gold exports and a UK Australia move to gold could lower shipping costs and boost world trade, aided by tax cuts and resumption of gold standard.
Remarks by Mr Bruce discuss Australia Britain's trade preferences and gold export policy, with warnings against hoarding gold. A Geraldton Football Association meeting approves debate on betting and race intervals while planning pennant and photo displays for premier teams. An inquest returns accidental death for Henry Jackson after a Wangaratta shooting incident. railways match report completes the page.
The annual meeting on Monday drew a large crowd and featured improved horse showings. Notable events included Flying Bandican winning the 1304/5 race by three lengths and Grenilla taking the Proved Handicaps, with Masters and Lady craptaks among contenders.
Carter and Co The Peoples Drapers Geraldton Fremantle and London issue a notice for alteration and prize increases. It lists dates May 11 1935 and May 6 with events at Rockwell Hall and a sale of wool equipment. Dalgety & Company Geraldton seeks consignments and announces cash advances for concentrates.
In Sydney on May 1 a pamphlet circulating within Labour circles attacks party leaders and the industrial wing. The A I P campaign committee met and the Criminal Investigation Department was asked to investigate. The pamphlet carries scurrilous and revolting charges and a signer is alleged to be behind the exposure. A Labour policy speech by Mr Lang in March focused on country interests and land settlement as the party seeks rural support.
Wellington reports Herbert Benjamin, a Christchurch builder, fined £250 for submitting a false income tax return. He previously paid £1,250. A message from Capitown claims a steamer Ben alls brings £1,000,000 worth of gold to Australia, described as the most valuable shipment from South Africa to Australia.
Fragmented OCR text from a listing includes names like Orsam Flannelette and MOSH with dates 4/6 1/6 1/11 and notes of garments such as hats and millinery. It resembles a classified notice or shop directory entry with brief product and date fragments.
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