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Newspaper
Geraldton Guardian
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
May 14, 1921
Page
3
An Irish Catholic leader, Dr. Mannix, speaks at a farewell banquet before departing for Australia. He denounces British policy in Ireland, warns against appeasement, and cautions that the Black and Tans threaten any peace. He intends to return to Australia to share the real state of Ireland.
A mixed report notes Germany’s reparations, claiming workers are ready to pay. It mentions industry districts and internal measures to satisfy Allies demands and implies broad labor support for payments. The piece also references a New York scene with Labor leaders, Irish American groups, and a chorus of reactions to political figures.
The Country Party held its pre session meeting at Parliament Howe to choose a leader with a whip. A three man final ballot chose Harrison Thombr Vernon Hemersiey as leader with Mc A. Fisme, Durack, and Latham among those mentioned. Rain-drenched report from Pindar covers weather and travel to the town, noting Mr Win owner of Yuii T. Atkine arriving after a rough journey with passengers Mr and Mrs Mitchell.
Telegrams report mine operations paused due to rain preventing bush-sourced firewood delivery. In Wyndham a fire at the moor works damaged Diesel engine oil but caused little other harm. Premier to tour Western Australia from Medotharra to Marble Bar then Perth around June 8.
An ornate ball at Worthamp Tom featured a lavish hall with streamers and lamps. Guests surpassed 300 as Miss May Johnson and Mr. Harrison received congratulations. attendees listed in ivory crepe de chine and georgette outfits. London Wool Bales and Co. Ltd reported a cable from their London office dated 10th May about fleece arrivals.
London May 12 The Australians resumed against Yorkshire as Yorkshire bowled out 263 and Australia reached 204 for 2 in their second innings with two wickets down. YORSHIRE totals include Kilger Dalphin McDonald Bardsley and Rhudes among others. May Handicap and Welter Handicap events noted in brief racing lines.
The Governor General appoints Royal Commissioners to investigate the Education Department in New South Wales. The commission will hear evidence on value for money, system improvements, rural school usefulness, waste or defects, and possible administrative faults. Meeting details list Dalgety Chambers, Perth, for June 20, 1923, with West Australian Trustee & Agency Ltd. as contact.
A compact trade note lists items such as White, Grey, Putty and Sand Cotton HOSE 1/44 and White FINE OEE 2/11 with references to Oxy and sending to Pal. The fragment hints at product codes and supplier or destination names.
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