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Newspaper
Geraldton Guardian
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
May 03, 1924
Page
3
Fragmentary text references figures and places with garbled names. It mentions a parliamentary or national body and discussions on strengthening union ties, possibly relating to a treaty or political collaboration between nations.
Fragmentary report references Ireland and Ulster with mentions of a prime minister and boundary discussions. The text is garbled with numerous incomprehensible names and phrases, making it impossible to identify definite events, dates, or clear participants.
London May 3 A report outlines the S under mystery explosions blamed on a bombing during a May 1 event. The piece notes speculation from police and authorities and questions over responsibility and timing.
In Capetown on May 2 the Rhodesian election produced a sweeping result with 27 supporters and an overwhelming majority. The tide marks a possible record in the history of the region and signals strong endorsement for the current leadership.
The Light cruiser squadron arrived from Bailey in the afternoon after a rough sea voyage. Delays were caused by gale conditions and a poor visit schedule.
In Perth on May 3 Mr Remling owner of South Western Tunes Banbury was fined £50 for contempt of court due to publishing an article about the O Neal case. The government contemplates salary increases to £2000 in pension plans as applications rise.
John Curtin editor of the Wetralian Jocker has been selected by the federal government as the Australian Labor representative to attend the Geneva Conference.
Carnarvon reports Wing Commander Geile and Flight Lieutenant M Intyre delayed awaiting a new engine arrival. Uncertain if they can proceed until replacement parts arrive.
In New South Wales a mayoral notice warns of a ship schedule change with a vessel named Karoola tied up amid poor response. Local waterfront chatter suggests a boycott affecting arrival and operations.
A family recounts a fatal fire involving a child's teddy bear. The toy burned as flames spread, sparking the boy Bomald Love to flee hours later. His sister describes the moment she tossed the bear outside and watched it burn as firefighters saved the bear but not the child.
Fragmentary note mentions financial matters in Victoria with references to a federal finance surplus. Details are unclear due to damaged OCR.
A lengthy letter to the editor discusses the contest for the Central Province seat involving Mr Joshua Mills and Mr Drew. It critiques Labour alignment, electoral ethics, and the roles of ministers, officials, and petitions while arguing Mills should focus on his constituents.
Mr. Barnett reports multiple property items including houses on Marina Terrace Chapman Howl Augustus Street and Gregory Street and land parcels in various locations along with private hospitals and farms. The following day’s Balvetian Army services list times and locations and local railway station communications note vessel names and arrivals.
An inquiry into the death of Jule O'Neil Auburn, body found in the Swan River near Crowley, continues in Perth. Witnesses including Leonard McCallum and Miss Sedler describe Auburn’s movements and a police interview over April with Auburn denying foul play.
Fragmentary report traces a hotel connection to Auburn and two Misses Quighy with an alleged fatal injury. Witnesses Dr Barker and Det Sgt Purdue describe skull fracture and brain pulping. Evidence mentions an overcoat, torn clothing, and a post mortem conclusion amid investigative steps.
Fragmentary OCR reports betting and race terms across Western Australia. Mentions Kenwick course and betting hints with terse figures like six furlongs and early bets. Reading is partial with unclear names and outcomes.
Unbeatable value in workers clothing. Carter and Co offers a range of tweed, denim, and bib trousers in multiple sizes with big reductions on shirts and undergarments. Includes men’s singlets and heavy fleece lined options, plus coats and jackets for workers. Local listing notes prices like 5/11 6/6 6/11 for various trouser styles and 3/11 4/6 4/11 for shirts.
A fragmentary English diary of Geraldton shows Recreation Grenadation opening the 1924 season amid rail and club chatter. It mentions football scores 3 goals 7 behinds and 5 goals 2 behinds, a public notice on tea rooms, and a town hall gig including acts and civic speeches. References also hint at an accident inquiry led by Mr. Pringle and opening ceremonies led by the Mayoress with candidates and local meetings.
A terse racing note from Victoria mentions Desron and Myowabos with a rough forecast. Bets listed show 5 to 1 for a result.
The meeting backed a board recommendation to acquire the Gnow's Nest mine including 10 000 shares and a 2 500 deposit with further payments. Remaining liabilities total 21 000 to be met by deductions from ore proceeds and transfers to the vendor. The mine has produced 18 13 tons of ore valued at £3 215 with residues awaiting disposal. The company later moved to voluntary liquidation. a lands minister note on immigration policy followed.
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