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Newspaper
Geraldton Guardian
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
May 08, 1928
Page
3
An unclear report from May 3 describes a ship voyage ending in peril. A passenger Ella Ane is mentioned with a crew member from Newcastle bringing coal to Calta. A man overboard, a galley swamped, and spoilage of provisions are noted while the vessel returns to port.
In Mortlake Magistrates Court a husband sought an order to keep peace with his wife. Counsel argued Mocking committed a listed offence by assault, but the judge found no authority to force a wife to submit to the husband. The appeal was dismissed.
A fatal air accident occurred on May 7 near Felton when a moth aircraft, piloted by Tanser and others, spiraled into a crash. Rescue teams could not save the occupants, including Beisel and Mapper, amid a chaotic scene as observers watched in horror.
In a fearful scene marked by heavy patrols, two white policemen are killed as a clash erupts between patrolling guards and locals. Moonshine liquor and a gravel street amid race tensions are noted as contributing factors to the unrest and deaths.
In Bucharest the Peasants Party convened at the National Theatre with 667 delegates as 10 000 officers and police surrounded the venue. Reports say the meeting demanded cabinet resignations and the appointment of Menai to form a Peasant Government amid signs of popular support for King Michael.
A fragmentary report describes Hollywood producers facing risks and costs of film making, with praise for stars like Charlie Chaplin and Mary Pickford. It notes public taste, industry pressures, and the hustling atmosphere of studio life as it weighs commercial success against artistic aims.
Telegrams from Melbourne report fear that early settlement tensions among marine cooks may prolong unrest. Cooks Union aims to unite the crews detained by Hidellart, Parker, and Lip, with strong opposition from interstate workers. A dramatic meeting is expected this week as leaders seek decisive action.
Melbourne May 6 A sensational collision between a freight and market tram injured nineteen people. The crash caused vehicles to overturn and panic as passengers scrambled to escape. Emergency crews aided the wounded and cleared the scene amid confusion over which vehicle bore responsibility.
In Ballarat and across New South Wales the Labor party faced a turbulent leadership debate. Green and McGrath were central figures as factions sought to influence deputy leadership and temper calls for reform. The party sought to avoid a split while portraying the meeting as orderly amid heated discussions.
Eyewitnesses recount a devastating panic as spectators at the Rowe-Wry racecourse stampede were crushed rushing for shelter. A young woman protected her infant amid the chaos while others were seriously injured.
An odd exchange centers on edible mushrooms and a Holy Tree name borrowed from a Saxon term. Bertha praises her husband Ethelbert for gathering mushrooms and a debate follows about a costume item resembling a tree motif used in church decor.
Monday racing at WA Turf featured a dramatic muddle through nine runners with top weight Lee Ambes surging from the right to vie with Char Om entering the home stretch. Lanatus and Duruile were notable early movers as betting spirals and crowd tension rose across a packed grandstand.
Racing placings and weights listed for the upcoming meet at Yalgo covering multiple handicap events. Entries include Melville Handicap and Gnow's Nest Handicap with numerous horses and weights, highlighting top contenders such as Prince Bard, Red Mountain, Green Port, and Harpory.
The King’s popular winner Lawton led the field at Newmarket beating Dewar’s Juvisdiction by a length as Lord Deghy’s Tokpogan-thin trailed. Prize money was around 8000 pounds with the King and Prince of Wales in attendance. The event featured dramatic cheers as the winner was paraded amid a crowded stand.
Northampton Market WGBEE and Company Limited receive instructions to offer a consignment of livestock including seventy wethels and thirty wetheies plus various ewes and mated stock. Listing appears to include ages and mating details though text is garbled. Potential buyers are urged to note quantities and farm names as stated.
South Australia racing notes list final acceptances for the Adelaide Cup race over one mile and five furlongs with entrants including Mare's Burn Kellie Gt Tordilla Dewost Paralluan and others. The event is slated for August with weights shown to 6.7 and 8.11 for the top fliers.
At Murphettville on Wednesday the Autumn Carnival of the Australian Jockey Club will feature the Adelaide Cup. Victor Yortuman in Hen Chaffey holds two chances with Pimscory and Bureshy, both winning at the Goodwood Handicap. Acceptances leave one strong rival in the race as a highlight of the meeting.
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