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Newspaper
Geraldton Guardian
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
May 23, 1912
Page
3
Australia completed the match in wet conditions defeating MCA by five wickets. Lemon and the Australians pursued a target as play continued despite rain.
Cricket results show Australia winning multiple matches in England including six wicket and five wicket wins at Nottingham and Lord's, with totals from Nutta 204 and four, Northamptonshire 190, and Essex 264, plus a dominant seven wicket victory at Lord's. South Africa faces Oxford in a separate match, with Oxford University struggling in early timings as Knott Campbell and Swickels emerge.
Official advices report further severe fighting in Albania between revolutionaries and Turkish forces. Rast Bey is said to be in the lead, with about 1,900 revolutionaries reported at Dite.
Telegrams from Rome and New York report volatile signals in the Turkish path toward Kos and a presidential race where Roosevelt holds a commanding lead. London confirms the death of mining magnate Sir Julius Wernher amid shifting global trade prospects. Small ads tout textiles and rugs amid market chatter.
London May 24 An industrial trouble at Millwall Dock grows likely to widen. Wats warned a mystery incident sparked a strike for 200 million fighters due to goods seizure by an obnoxious watchman. The Jews deny involvement and claim men withdrew by the Vienna. About 16 00 tightermen idle as 3000 New Zealand Shipping Co laborers strike in Vienna in sympathy.
London May 23 testimony at the Titanic inquiry describes a second officer giving an order to open a gateway to launch boats. He claimed he did not realize the ship was shaking and said the iceberg was not sighted sooner due to extraordinary conditions with no moon wind or swell.
Mining report from Meekatharra area detailing ore grades and processing at Boogardie and Bowgardie sites. April yields include 1,064.76 fine ounces valued at £7,039 3, with new five-head stamp mill construction and slime treatment upgrades. Managers, plant arrivals, and milling capacity noted amid local agitation over Queen of Hills exemption.
Fragmented OCR describes old folk beliefs in foot baths and plasters as cures with Woods peppermint remedy praised for quick relief, claimed to soothe colds and pains. It emphasizes popular trust in rustic treatments and dismisses pricey potions.
Telegram report from Perth notes 17 year old rider Alec Swinnerton was killed while exercising a racehorse along Helmont Road at Victoria Park. He died from a fractured skull after his horse shied. The incident is the day’s mournful update from local racing.
Sydney on May 23 reports a burglar who uses a tool to force doors struck Rockdale light houses during the past two weeks. He entered a dwelling last evening, pried a window, and secured jewellery and valuables valued at 26.
A 13 year old boy, recently escaped from reform features, admitted breaking into 13 burglaries since May 2 and pledging stolen articles at pawn shops. He led police to the pawnshop where he pledged the goods and will be brought before the Children's Court tomorrow.
A blaze at Bendigo killed a woman who perished in the flames. Firefighters battled the blaze, with details of her identity and circumstances unclear in the fragment. Authorities pursued the cause as an investigation begins.
Broad a April 29 report of a high profile trial where the Chief Justice Sir John Madden lamented the accused as a monster and urged severe punishment. The jury considered an attempted assault by a prisoner described as a widespread menace, with sentencing proposals leaning toward years of hard labor.
The May 23 Turf racing page lists horses and odds for Moonee Valley with entries such as Stovore Valley, Hale, Comota, Blick Native, Hightaway, Naisy, William Tell, Panhcap Glenaren, Berssford, King Darlw, Easy Jack, Lady See, Carrette, Pur Maid, and Welter. The card provides race names and expected runners in a compact form.
Weather warns of showers with strong coastal winds across the west coast. The Empire Picture Company screens two dramas, one about a Dutch boy’s courage and a sentimental tale, with Jules Garrison and his Roman troupe soon to perform locally.
Geraldton Amateur Rowing Club celebrated the launch of its new boats The Gill The Wowle and Obiter with a ceremony delayed by rough weather Local officials Mayor and Mrs Houston praised the club for fostering sport and community support funded by public donations and commitments from members and patrons The crew from Geraldton prepared to contest the Perth regatta and bring honors to the town through sport and youth development The event highlighted club pride and the aim to build a strong rowing program in Western Australia.
Town Chair reports subscriptions to the Kom eties Fund with amounts listed and acknowledgments made. Request made to clear outstanding memberships to the Town Chair before the ed iat. Advertising for fabrics and supplies with prices noted, plus an opening Friday evening event at Red House.
Mt Erin Farmers Association met at Mt Erin with 10 members present. In absence of an stishman, Mr Bei chaired. Resolutions urged warning notices at sidings for removing sheets from truck loads, establishing a Rawson townsite post office, re graveling the Mt Krin siding approach, and a weekday goods train on Upper Chipman with a Saturday passenger train. Meeting date set for winter months. next meeting on the ghrt Sunday at 3 pm.
Aggressive ads tout double Australian made blankets for 14K and bold promotions from fringe sellers. The brief notice hints at a busy merch advertisement strategy with evocative phrasing and limited readable details, leaving core product names and prices partially obscured.
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