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Newspaper
Geraldton Guardian
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Oct 02, 1926
Page
5
The report describes a chaotic cable dispatch about regulatory measures and labor questions. It notes lawmakers questioning the Home Secretary's timing while workers return to duties amid unsettled interpretations of the emergency controls. The terse account mentions disputed formalities and a decisive vote backing the policy.
London Bert reports a low output day as workers return to job sites after a strike. Employment fell to about 114.2 percent of normal with a sharp rise in centralized site activity and a note that in Whumdda Valley many were employed before the strike. A capacity constraint limits lighting in government offices to a 58 degree threshold. Coal rationing reduces daily consumption to ten pounds per household unless conditions require restocking.
Fragmentary OCR text hints at a motor car mystery involving a cab and occupants. Evidence touches on appearance of the motor car and a theory about winter and perhaps weather or road conditions. The passage is unclear and partially garbled.
A historical report describes Ninn Cobham's lavish arrival in London aboard a British aircraft. The scene spans the Thames embankment to Westminster as Cobham traces the river in a low flight, evading police and creating a public spectacle.
Telegrams report in Western Australia of a frightful accident at Busselton station. Hugh Morckman, 30, a wood cutting plant worker, was leaning against a flywheel when his clothing caught. He suffered concussion and multiple injuries and died later, with little hope of recovery.
Perth reports a motor accident on the Northam road near Perth where MERVYN JOHN LINSTEAD WA representative for Timberlands Ltd was killed. RETHFOORT a traveller for Portbergill’s Ltd sustained a broken leg and PITCHER an emigrant agent escaped with minor abrasions. The trio were en route to Perth when their car hit a culvert and overturned. Linstead died at Northam Hospital after being extricated. Premier Collie delivered the Budget noting a 1026-87 revenue and deficit figures and promising reforms. he spoke of continued prosperity and WA’s improving prospects, with industry and agriculture cited as pillars for the future.
An officer was fatally injured during an attempt to intercept a major thief at four o’clock near the tramway reconstruction site in Methourse. The patrol vehicle collided with debris as it pursued the suspect, and the officer died from his injuries. Authorities launched an investigation into the incident and the thief’s possible escape route.
Report sketches unrest at Darwin with oil tanks declared black and tensions rising among labor groups. No injuries noted as authorities monitor protests and workers slow operations amid disputed conditions.
In Sydney on October 1 Praneis Meagher a 28 year old from Erogtaman vanished during a moiety wedding celebration at Wes Nesday night and was later found dead at the foot of a retaining wall at Mr Z McDermott’s residence in Wapelemse. Police theorize he fell while walking near the wall hitting rocks below and suffering a skull fracture.
An extraordinary story unfolds as Patrick Fartey testifies to a Parliamentary Select Committee about alleged Labour bribery schemes. He claims Labour MPs were targeted for bribery, with money reportedly received from an associate named Mr WP Bailey totaling £59. The witness cites government papers and prior unfounded allegations.
Perth Ort reports the Cantiog Park Club meeting results with betting notes, including Canning Plate first division won by Bisfuleng PLVEST, betting 1 to 2 against the winner, and details of the Canning Purse second division, trial stakes and race conditions.
Brief cricket fragment notes Tea Caulfield out and Manfred to start. Caulfeld Cop HL Mar not out. Hutchinson rue out. Tamdien listed as players with unclear actions.
Fragmented OCR summary covers Perth East Victons and East Fremantle seniors with partial scores and notes on junior matches. It includes comments on the opening premiership rounds, player remarks and a long essay on youth and age by an observer, with scattered historical references and courtly language.
An anniversary ceremony on the Thames riverside marks Magna Charta’s signing with a Lord Chief Justice reading lines about liberty from the past. The oration warns against centralized autocracy, urging vigilance and freedom beyond mere legal form.
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