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Newspaper
Geraldton Guardian
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
May 15, 1928
Page
3
A Daily Telegraph correspondent reports that the decisive chamber moved to abolish a Tamil related position amid fascist concerns. The piece notes 400 members within the fascist group and highlights the political tension in London during the period.
Report outlines international forces at Tientsin agreeing to open measures with a cordon of seven miles outside the city. It notes American troops 4000, France 3000, Britain 1000, plus aircraft and tanks. A British officer reports on desert operations and a proposed hydroelectric scheme to power Egypt and the Mediterranean with a long conduit costing about £15 million.
London reports Berlin described an unmanned warship named Zachringen making a trial voyage on the North Sea. It leaves Wilhelmshaven will be steered by wireless and lacks deck openings, portholes, and uses cork-filled spaces. The vessel is said to be unsinkable under heavy fire and runs on oil for hours automatically.
A notice reports that Leal under Mr J Ratherinad has solved the problem of treating low grade ores. This development is presented as an improvement in mining methods alongside a recent advancement.
Mr Sutherland arrived in Perth by the Kalgoorlia express and spent the day in talks with Mimex Depart officials. He spoke of a new experimental text and a modifier treatment said to be satisfactory, noting it could reduce the need for certain methods and concentration.
A brief notice reports activity at the Viking Mine near Norseman with references to Ubece head hom and owners facing spin in the last twelve months. It notes property acquisitions linked to the Mareron area and mentions Ivor Williams solicitor of Binky Newington Road, N., with a £10 figure.
In Western Australia on February 13 an Arbitration Court session heard employers seek stricter terms for apprentices tied to a printing industry stoppage. The court noted previous rulings and the withdrawal of remaining cases. An application for deregistration of the union was set to be heard in Chambers.
Doashi Lonsdale aged 19 son of J Lomailale of Mulwals drowned at a dam on his father's farm. While moving barrows from a yeddock to a spring cart the cart allegedly slipped on a greasy bank, tipping barrows into the water and pinning him beneath them. His body was found in three feet of water.
The Talgoo Jockey Club held its annual race meet at the Talgoo racecourse amid splendid weather and a large district audience. Officials praised the efficient conduct while the Flying Handicap and Hack Handicap races produced close finishes with Carbowary and Springaway among the winners.
May 14 digitourne reports the Mbipawmers ultimatum to the Marine Cooks Union to man the eight re ship Haddart Parker Lil expires. Crews on four ships receive 24 hours notice of dismissal two Melbourne and two Sydney. Official reasons withheld beyond citing waterfront uncertainty from the cook strike.
An individual in New South Wales demanded 7500 from a firm claiming it was for the improper condition of tender acceptancy. The incident centers on alleged financial coercion tied to contract procedures.
Liebenow defeated Chaya 21 to 2 while Mills beat Wheat. other results mention players Towsher, Zurcher, Beusett, Camstastize, McCrae, Sv Bows, and Gamen with various point differentials and adjustments noted. The fragmentary report lists multiple bouts with unclear pairings and final tallies.
Mary Pickford stars in a gleaming comedy set amid a modern G and I store backdrop. Charles Rogers plays her love interest, son of the owner Sam Taylor, with Harold Lloyd directing. The film promises humor, warmth, and strong characterizations, delivering one of Pickford’s most balanced tales.
A fragmented race day summary covers Canterbury Park action with horses like Hopaway Amadina Gauze Lily and Cortona in various hurdles and flat events. Betting moves, favoured runners, and outcomes are noted, including a close finish for a novice handicap and a lengthy focus on evenly matched fields and trainer stables.
Auction notice indicates sale at Sais with further particulars available from the auctioneers Eldert Bauth and Co Ltd, Geraldton and Perth.
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