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Newspaper
Geraldton Guardian
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
May 13, 1919
Page
3
Telegrams from Perth report a leadership question as next Thursday's party meeting looms. Premier Cobatch may tell the party no seat has been found for him, urging members to choose another leader. Potential allies include J Mitchell and T Robisson.
A Albany delegation planned to wait on Mr J Scaddan to press him to reconsider his stand in national interests. Mr Scaddan announced he would nominate for the Albany seat. The High Cost of Living Co operative Movement on Goldfields RSA and the Revomed Soldiers' Association planned to send delegates to a conference called by the Chamber of Mines amid concerns over high costs.
Sydney May 12 unions say the sea men strike will extend beyond the Queensland line with the Sydney branch watching closely as Victoria and other ports turn volatile. A Melbourne sensation surfaces with revolver use adding to tensions.
May 12 at Little Copims Street Henry Stokes fired six shots from an automatic pistol at another man. Five bullets struck. four in the body and one in the arm. Stokes fled but was quickly hospitalised in critical condition. He refused to speak, claiming the other man waited and he drew first a revolver.
Melbourne May 13 two youths in custody over the zoo assault on Mr Le Souef connected to a £98 robbery. Walter Middleton, owner of a motor cycle, and Francis William Hawken are about 20. Middleton admits complicity. Hawken denies involvement. Detectives traced £47 10s 4d, found with Hawken. Both men remanded. bail set at £200.
The London report notes Germany will present counter proposals to the peace treaty and expresses a desire to meet President Wilson. Count Pantau is planned to visit Bertin in the week, as governments consider arrangements following Count Rantzau's request for renewed peace negotiations.
Paris May 11 report says the Anglo American armies of occupation will remain in Germany for two years. Ottawa May 11 dispatches indicate the peace treaty is not expected to be ratified and signed by the King until August 1.
New York World Paris correspondent reports Germany will undertake to pay Belgian debts to the United States. Belgium will receive a total of six billion dollars in indemnity from Germany, of which 600 million will be paid privately.
London reports good authority that the British mandates over German colonies are of the fiercest kind in the peace talks. Britain prioritizes loss of life in war, submarine and air campaigns as chief concerns and demands no fixed maximums on reparations while insisting on full disarmament.
Paris May 12 The Allies confidently await the Germans next move. Rumors of a withdrawal from Versailles are discredited. A code has begun for the 21 Germain Chateau Museum in preparation for a meeting with the Austrians, who are expected Sunday or Monday.
Paris May 12 Serbian delegates remain at the Fiume talks while continuing to dispute the Dalmatian Island issue. The negotiations proceed with no clear settlement in sight as allies press for a resolution.
London May 11 A victory choir of ten thousand voices will sing in Hyde Park on Empire Day May 24 The massed Guards band is expected to join and the event draws broad public anticipation
Paris dispatch notes the United States and Great Britain will not wage a discriminatory trade war against Germany. The report reflects postwar economic policy intent across major powers as the global balance shifts.
Sydney reports sixteen deaths from goumenic influenza amid May 12 updates. Affected patients under quarantine at North Perth are released after review, while concerns about nimble public health measures and suspect illness linger in the period’s coverage.
A Geraldton reader replies to a West Australian editorial claiming business circles objected to Mr Rocke’s Labour meeting. The correspondent notes many business men attended and the resolution passed unanimously. He cites promised financial support and lists for reference, and suggests the publicity campaign will not sway public opinion.
The usual fortnightly meeting of the Geraldton Druids was held at the Druids Hall on Thursday May 7 with A D Bro George Marsh presiding. A deputy president was elected and later installed by Past Grand President Bro J Blinco in a neat ceremony.
Substantial confusion noted in the mechanics versus railways match with player Smyth scoring five, West to Meltwesith listed as one test. The document shows misprints and unclear team allocation.
Under ideal weather Geraldton Golf Club opened the season with a record attendance. Men’s driving winner was Mr A. with a about yards. Ladies’ drive won by Mrs H W Ramshaw with 24. Mrs Cummins and Miss Sergeant tied for second on % each. Mr A Forbes led men’s approaching and putting over 60 yards. Mr F Green won with a 2. Ladies’ approaching and putting won by Mrs D F Grant after Ho led out in 3. Afternoon tea followed. President Mr F Sewell declared the links open for day and season and welcomed visitors and members.
South Australia May 13 reports show Dependence winning the Adelaide Cup over one mile five furlongs. Early pace by Sharco and Melbolt gave way as Dependence led at the home turn and won by three and a half lengths from King of the Seas, with Wee Gun third. Time noted as 2 minutes 4 and aaaa.
British ship owners were asked for a statement on why outward cargo is low as many ships depart England while vast tonnage supposedly waits for Australasia. An authoritative reply says the allegation is unfounded, available tonnage is far in excess of requirements, and supply is limited only by ships fitting promptly.
Relgia’s up-to-date venture near Marine Terrace offers two shops Fellory and Plant Offices and rooms suitable for a married couple or returning soldier. Business focuses on hive manufacture with best selling lines, clean premises, favorable lease terms, asking price 600 with half cash deposit.
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