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Newspaper
Geraldton Guardian
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
May 14, 1912
Page
3
In London during May international cricket, Australia and South Africa played a test match. The South African team posted a score against Mack Urihay, using 1 wicket for 129 runs. The county Ham opened batting first, claiming two wickets for nine minutes.
A garbled Berlin telegram from May 12 reports Admiralty views on Anglo German tensions. It notes governments adopting precautionary measures and acknowledges British wartime restraint while commenting on potential aggression and naval policy. The fragment mentions Admiral Tirpite and Winds of the British watch, reflecting a cautious mood.
The Minister for Finaner arranged an issue of 24MM loan redeemable within a year in Pekin on May 14. This action follows formal government finance plans and signals short term borrowing to meet immediate needs.
On May 13 a correction to an earlier Austre census item appears. Mr T A Hogttan predicts Muntratia’s population will be regarded as reaching about 198000 this year.
London discussions report one hundred amendments to the Howl Rule Bill in the House of Commons. Key points include postponement of further consideration until after the general election, adoption of a referendum, exclusion of Ulster, and payment of members.
London reports on a Warsaw trial where Miss Materka, an English woman, faces four years imprisonment for involvement with a Polish revolutionary organization. The Daily Chronicle urges revocation of materialization papers for her father and the recognition of Miss Matereka's passport while Russian officials stress Russia’s national course without the Czar's consent.
A chaotic tale from Camden on May 13 describes widespread hunger in Russia and Tuvalu as a 10,000,000 person refit is sought. The piece cites a fractionary journal calling opponents hypocrites and alleges a ritual murder accusation against Russian Jews, with claims of ongoing harm to Russian children.
The Geraldton Town Clerk lists donations to the Koombena Relief Fund including amounts from Victoria Piette Co and Father Goodman's Lecture, with partial entries for charities and memorial services. Other sums from local groups are noted though some lines are incomplete.
The Melbourne telegram reports the State Minister endorsing a liberal immigration plan to bring settlers from Britain Canada and the United States to occupy land. Officials will coordinate parties to organize and oversee the transition as a second American settlers’ excursion departs for the United States.
A Sydney speech in May 1% quoted Premier McGowen warning that population growth is essential for defence and land development. He argued Labor aimed to regulate progress and curb ministerial patronage while criticizing nine or ten municipalities for slow growth and questioning state governance.
Perth May 14 The Premier Mr Scaddap spoke on government policy detailing 400 spent on water supplies and 24000 for system improvements. Machinery costs 221000 for workshops and 13000 for Merredin railway employees. Rail offices Perth cost 75000 and East Perth trainer cost 225000 with land resumptions. New carriages 100000. Total government commitment to working railways 900000 including construction and equipment of lines under consideration.
The Full Court yesterday decided that the W.A.T.C. was not conducted for gain or profit and upheld its appeal against income tax assessment.
Personal items recount a trip planned by Dr. F. Trigg and a companion from Ut Part ridge aiming May 31. They intend to travel east to the Bact erm Statexy then catch Ching Boat at Brisbane, visit Chime and Yupan, and return via the Suez Canal to Randilph Beech. Randolph Beech, a prominent figure locally, is noted for his long career and wide presence in Geraldton, Meekatharra, and other Murchison towns as he prepares for his big company.
Widespread regret follows news of the sad death of Ms J. J. Maley in Howatharra. The retiring widow leaves seven children, oldest 35, youngest 2. Sympathy is with the bereaved family as farming fears and forecasts of heavy rains affect seeding plans.
A Geraldton reception in the mayor's parlor reviewed railway timetable issues and planned improvements. Speaker Collier's visit was welcomed as ministers discussed Northampton and Watkaway lines, coal prospecting at Brady, and potential Midland Railway cooperation for better public service.
A Perth report details ongoing rail delays blamed on the Midland Company and plans to improve service. It notes a promising coal deposit near Geraldton and discussions on station site, engine additions, and improvements to ease congestion while urging government action to meet public needs.
The article discusses development aims for the Geraldton area, including expanding the railway and a new port to boost trade with Mingenew and Tom’s County Millena. It notes immigration prospects, farm prosperity, and district leaders pressing for support. a motion by Mr. Cather faced tight vote, shaping regional priorities.
The Licensing Court hears a transfer application for the Raiheay Hotel at Mullowa. Warlurinw Geraldtany Rah Clerk attends as the court reviews whether the transfer is valid, with solicitor W. Fuluek representing the applicant. The May date marks the projected action in the matter.
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