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Newspaper
Geraldton Guardian
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Oct 02, 1923
Page
3
Reports from Athens on September 30 suggest a semi official Greek note claims the joint note from Ambassadors was decisive. The Ministe ry insists Albanian bandits killed Julian wells near Albanian territory. The note urges Hague Court to review the penal consequences as a potential remedy to the crisis.
London dispatch reports a Rhine separatist gathering in Dusseldorf drawing about 45,000 people. A procession formed, voices cried for separation, and clashes erupted as speakers addressed the crowd. Many were wounded and women and children were trampled amid the panic near shops and the railway station.
Dameldorf reports that French troops restored order after German police shot at Rep aratint demonstrators. Traffic was prohibited after eight o'clock, as Berlin notes indicate intervention only after officers were maltreated. Dominion ministers welcomed Imperial Conference delegates and expressed hope to strengthen ties within the British Commonwealth.
Heavyweight contest ends quickly as Carpentier defeats Beckett with a first round knockout. Government reports in Sofia claim broad control amid a wave of explosions attributed to Communist partisans. A cavalry garrison at Low Palanka repelled rebels with several fatalities reported.
In Perth, a Royal Commission on the Navigation Act examined ports including Starks Bay Carnarvon Onslow Point Hammon Roebourne Derby and Broome. The dialogue revealed a port earns about 150 pounds monthly in freight, challenging the idea that Geraldton should be exempt and urging a broader view of port viability and rail freight costs.
West Australia telegram reports a port oxy welder and boiler maker died from electric shock while repairing a brine tank at Western Lee Works Perth. Dickson acted as contractor and two other workers were investigating when they found the man entangled in a live wire. Deceased was a married nurse with a family residing at Elizabeth Street Swanbourne.
Perth reports September surplus of £40,387, £7,000 above 1922 level, with expenditure rising to £642,000 and revenue to £702,000. First quarter results show a £68,000 year over year improvement despite higher interest and sinking fund payments, with total expenditure about £1,750,000 and revenue £1,401,688.
Perth police received word that William Moche, once a Fremantle Workers Social and Leisure Club member, allegedly stole 407 pounds from the Baroe unit at Southern Cross. The club authorities say the funds were property of the club and the case links to his long-standing Labor ties in Fremantle.
Survivors from the Sea Flower wreck recount grim voyage remnants. A launch carried gear to redraft the Veaus rescue plan while Lieut. Dick Cornish and others recall the disaster. A coffin returned with the body of Oscar Anderson, washed ashore as crews plan exhaustive search for missing seamen.
A report to the police describes Victor going down and drinking with men on a train. They attacked him, biting him on the head with a bottle, causing injuries amid reported mayhem on board.
A local report notes private houses suffered damage and theft of money and goods in a series of break ins. Officials investigate the incidents and urge residents to report suspicious activity.
Witness discusses cargo tonnage and coast trade as the commission weighs Geraldton and Carmarvon routes. He notes North-West coast cargo sufficiency and private coaster competition, with low volumes at Derby and the Geraldton run questioned. The commission to hear evidence soon.
Sydney reports list the Australasian Wireless Club meeting results with Sir Andrew winning the Duke Iming Labs Stakes after a strong run from behind, finishing four lengths ahead of David in a close second and Kesippil third. Other races include the First Steeplechase won by Mumblebone and the Reekedery Plate yielding Heroic by a neck.
In a Saturday gathering the W A Hust Club discussed football premiership hopes amid a sparse crowd and scarce funds. The piece notes weak attendance and limited funding impacting plans and outcomes.
Mesurs Dalgety & Company report London office cable noting close sales and higher values for merino and crossbred wools. Continental buyers lead demand with strong prices for greasy and scoured wools including fine quality merino and crossbred grades. catalog lists 153000 bales with 192 bales void and allocations to South America, the Continent, America and Home Trade.
The opening sale of the ESES-26 wen son commenced at Weol Exehamgo this morning. All weeks arriving up to the 4 September were included, making a total catalogue of items. Dalgety’s shaw
A metropolitan strike by Water Supply and Sewerage workers causes pumping stations to idle and reserves to be released. Union leaders debate strategy at a Sunday meeting while editors warn that certain actions may fail without backing from the broader labor movement. About 4 to 5 hours of work are lost per day with only partial pay, affecting water delivery for at least a week.
Variety listings announce King’s Theater Morris show with comedian acts and performances including Jaceky Coogan and Barrymore, featuring Moon and Mears and other headlines as part of a Mischief night program at Queen’s Hall and other venues.
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