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Newspaper

Geraldton Guardian

Location

Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia

Date

May 10, 1919

Page

3

Germany's Chief Peace Delegate Attitude Under Fire

London May 9 German peace delegate Count Brockdorff Rheingrube faced sharp criticism for his demeanor at the draft of the Peace Treaty ceremony. Spectators labeled his speech insolent while praising the victors for their perceived equality. He asserted Germany would bear responsibility for the war yet demanded fair terms, stating that Germany must share in guilt and hold its own as a wounded nation.

London Count Brockdorf Gil Germany

Indemnity Installment Details Between Germany and Allies

A fragment notes that Germany pays the first instalment of an indemnity. It mentions Greece, Australia, and a large sum perhaps 140,000,000 in some currency, indicating postwar reparations negotiations. No clear dates or official institutions are identified in the readable text.

Germany Australia

Reception of Terms in Germany Stuns Public

Latest wires report that terms in Germany provoke a stunned reaction among the people as General Ludendorff mimics Mr Hoover amid chatter about the fate of Danzig and other colonies. The Daly Chronicle notes delays in three days and describes tensions as diplomacy unfolds.

Germany Dantzig Gane

German delegates debate terms for rebuilding economic life

German delegates state that a treaty enabling Germany to rebuild its economic life is essential. Herr Yimisbert says Germany can only accept a pact that allows economic recovery. Guisbert notes the delegation will propose counter offers on the maximum terms Germany can concede.

Yimisbert Germany

Austrian Terms Navy to Be Wiped Out

News brief notes Austria plans decisive action against the navy, signaling a broad disarmament move. Authorities outline intent to dismantle naval forces and replace them with defensive measures amid evolving regional tensions. No casualty figures disclosed.

Racial Question Indignation in Japan Newspapers

In Japan criticism rises over national policy amid protests and editorials. Local and foreign observers note persistent tensions, with journalists urging restraint and clarity as ethnic and regional issues surface in reporting.

Fragmented OCR Confused Political Outburst

A garbled OCR text fragment references Germany, Austria, Japan, and Anglo Saxon terms. It appears as a nonsensical political vent with unclear subjects and smeared phrases, lacking coherent events, dates, or identifiable figures.

Telegrams Propose Exchange of Seats in WA Assembly

Perth May 9 The Varmers and Settlers' Association have revived a proposal to exchange seats between Mr A N Piesse in the Legislative Assembly and Premier (Sir) Colebatch in the Council.

Perth Varmers and Settlers’ Association A. N. Piesse Legislatve Lr Colebatch

Fremantle Dispute Sees Parties United on Wharf Settlement

A fragmentary report notes Fremantle harbor tensions and a dispute over settlement terms. It indicates no party objected to the proposed agreement and hints at a stalemate or unsettled sentiment among involved groups.

Fremantle Turmoil Ends as Police Restore Order After Wharf Clash

May Day unrest in Fremantle escalated from a mob at the wharf to a battle between volunteers, workers, and police under Fremantle Bridge. The Premier and Inspector Sehinges brokered a truce, promise of calm, and the crowd dispersed. Casualties and property damage were limited, but prices for commodities spiked as supply dwindled amid ongoing trouble and tragic local deaths loomed over the week.

Petembathe Tepan Fremastle Bridge Alves Sehinges Ap Sree Anf Perth Fremantle Otic Brown Karrakatta Xied Wou Blackemill North West West

Inquest Opened Into Fremantle Wharf Death

An inquiry opened by Coroner E F Domley into the death of Thomas Charles Edwards, a jeaper, who died from injuries suffered during a last Sunday wharf conflict. Identification was later tendered by Frank Rowe, secretary of the Fremantle Lumper? union, as the hearing was adjourned to the sixteenth of the month.

Perth Fremantle Mir E. F. Domley Thomas Charles Edwards Jeaper Frank Rowe Fremantle Lumep- Mion Embreg

Premier Colebatch to address Settlers' Association meeting

Perth May 10 The Premier Mr Colebatch declined to comment on an action by the Settlers' Association. The matter would be considered at a party meeting on Tuesday.

Perth Colebatch and Settlers’ Association

Struggle of Munich Communists Amid Government Advance

Reported in Berlin that Munich Communist resistance remains desperate with women joining the fight. Communists killed several hostages as Gött troops tightened control, holding three strong points in the city.

London Berlin Uiuul Goi

Resumption of Work After Lampers Pick Up

The first pickup of lampers under pre t i7 conditions began at 8 yesterday with distances described. North Went tet ers Minderoo started work promptly. Police and workers reached the Bettage scene just before 3 o’clock yesterday. Two vessels in quarantine carried substantial food supplies, about 11,000 acres of batter and cheese aboard, with aims to supply the state for five to six weeks.

Perth Lampers Gisa

Fragmented OCR note on butter supply and timing

An unclear OCR fragment mentions butter and a train service or delivery timing. Readable parts indicate a hoped supply difference and possible schedule notes but concrete facts, dates, or entities are not identifiable. The text is too garbled to extract a coherent event or subjects.

Geraldton Football Association Meeting at Freemasons Hotel

A Geraldton Football Association meeting was held at the Freemason’s Hotel with President A Mesdowcrott in the chair. Delegates Ward Webb Green and Findhey attended. central umpire applicants L Shepheard and F Huma were considered. The association decided to affiliate with the WA Football League and suspend a rule due to difficulties in securing a suitable unit.

Hieraldton Fantaly Association Freemason’s A Mesdowcrott Messrs Ward Nevers Webb Eri. Eades Green and Findhey Railene Messrs L- Shepheard F. Huma Iain Yy Tae WA. Football League Securisg “Uniturme

Greenough Farmers Club to Stage October Show

A Farmers Club meeting on race night notes October 15 as the club show date and reports the club’s finances as sound with 57 members financially attached. Grounds leased to J Wiley with protections. President L Duncan urges solvent footing and thanks supporters as prize lists and building improvements are planned. Also mentions welcome home arrangements for returned soldiers May 5 and May 16 social events in Catherine's Hall. Mr M J Logue back from illness, reappointed to local boards.

Farmers’ Club Dirs J. Wiley L. Duncan Road Board Red Crow Catherine's Hall M. J. Logue Rowd Amt Health Authority Vermin Board Med. PF Cones

Geraldton Open Air Meeting Sparks Jumpers Dispute

A Geraldton open air meeting on the wharf trouble led by S. M. Rocke MLA drew a large crowd but claims of broad business backing are disputed. Resolutions supported jumpers and promised funds, while observers estimate only a small minority attended. Donations raise the total to about £20, with Labour movement influence questioned.

Tie Ence Tian Aldton Her Geraldton S. M Rocke M.L.A 8. M. Rocke A.C. Macey T. W. Drew Hocke Suy Rte Labouris

Pneumonic influenza cases rise in eastern states

Fresh eastern cases reported as pneumonic influenza climbs to 165 new infections in Sydney on May 9 with twelve deaths. Brisbane also reports one death and several new cases. Hospitals house about 1500 patients.

Sydney Brisbane

Chrysanthemum Show Draws Large Crowds at Town Hall

Chrysanthemum Show at the Town Hall drew big Thursday and Daley evenings crowds. Wesley Church supporters celebrate another success with strong flower displays and brisk sales. Musical items by local groups added to the event’s appeal as Geraldton City Beach provided entertainment.

Daley Wesley Church Geraldton City Beac Origé Citty Wilte Pealey Chapman Buerees Oeste Cacer Jean Langdon Mally Jennings Unter Tom Aljen Oder Edual Ruaver Eos Kidd Weswaa Jack Day

Land Bale at Rooms Marine Terrace Auctions

Land sale notice states Friday auction at Marine Terrace rooms under mortgages. MacRenzie Co receives instructions from mortgagees to offer property as per Title Vol. 71 and Mortgages Ward. Marianne a Ca Auctionsen.

T Rooms Marine Terrace Mgaten Sasa AT Fon Ais Po Macreszie & CO Yenitien Seberbas Ues Marianne

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