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Newspaper
Geraldton Guardian
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Oct 11, 1924
Page
3
Landon report notes escalating Hindu Muslim disturbances in Allhabsod area with clashes continuing after a recent Sunday incident. The Meillion Labour Conference reportedly approved a resolution urging the government to protect British industries and curb arbitrary price increases.
Lemulan October 11 In a reply to Lieut Colonel Bon sal, Mr. Hamua Macdowahl discusses the Geneva deliberations on the Navy protocol. The House awaits British delegation verdicts while special Admiralty representatives attend Geneva. The assembly debates the document’s effect and cautions against taking newspaper reports as gospel.
Fragmentary report from London parliament proceedings shows shouted exchanges between Liberals and Tories during question time. Mentions of the Attorney-General Patrick Hastings and figures like J H Thomas reflect ongoing debate over implications of a Russian loan and the Imperial Conference.
Fragmentary text references a claim about a boy and seats leading to money and a virus in Western Australia. Details are unclear and names or dates are absent. The snippet shows promotional or political language but lacks verifiable facts for a solid summary.
Government agents seized a ten million dollar Anglo American liquor shipment aboard the British steamer Frederick B after a tow to harbor. The operation involved 28 crew and two women, with five agents capturing and paying for 25 000 cases of whisky. William Walker, alleged ally leader, claims bankers in the United States, Britain and Canada are involved.
The government has ruled that Meerck, executed on suspicion of espionage, was innocent. His widow receives £250 and a pension after postwar agitation by the League of the Rights of Max confirms his innocence. The article notes Shanghai activity near Shanghaikwan.
In Perth on October 1 the Criminal Court under Justice McMillan heard a case involving two farmers. One farmer was fined and another bound over after a complex dispute over a debt and alleged deception. The report notes a comment on thieves among thieves and the complicating factors in the ruling.
A Labour member in the Victorian Upper House moves to abolish hanging amid prior failed bills. Lloyd George, addressing Leicester, cites Hughes and Australian Labour tensions, noting a cabinet split and shifting loyalties as political commentary weighs on the election horizon.
New South Wales reports general indifference to an aerial project as Royal Air Force member Edward L. Posen arrives to discuss the venture. The New South Wales president notes the public’s apathy toward the scheme and urges reconsideration despite official interest.
Instalment plan adopted in connection with the last two Commonwealth loans. Subscribers were called to participate, with details outlining payment terms and eligibility. The notice signals a formal rollout of structured payments to support the debt issue.
New South Wales racing notes report Brown Bajah winning the Waverley Handicap at the Mandwick meeting. Results mention Canonbury Stakes and Yule Cake with Grecian Orator and Vekloon as betting figures and percentages.
Racing in Victoria reports the Hawk won the Caulfield Stakex with betting 6 to 4 on the winner. The event outcomes summarize the day's racing and wagering notes from Caulfield.
An impromptu farewell in Geraldton yesterday honored Mr Jack Payne before his departure to the East. Speakers praised his life, work, and sportsmanship, noting Geraldton’s opportunities and Payne’s bright future as a business man.
The Walkaway Turf Club announces a race meeting set for Saturday November 1 1924 at Walkaway with multiple handicaps and stakes including a Walkaway Handicap of £25. Nominations close October 27 1924 and acceptances by November 4 1924. Merger rules, taxation disclosures, and eligibility details apply.
Public auction offers 486 Imported and Tangst bred ewes 31 flock ewes 38 imported ram and 1 zyceroid wethers from Pure KOONOONA BLOOD with plans for more sales. Sale from Mr A E Grant at his homestead on Friday with transport options from Perth to Geraldton and Kojarina. Agents SLDER SMITH & 00, BAGOT SHAKES & LEWIS handle terms and details.
A despatch from Mullewa Market reports large consignments of cattle and sheep from Gabyon Station Wurarga and Kalli Station. Entries include 21 000 sheep and 4000 cattle with ages from young calves to mature beasts and notes on top condition and store under. Vendors include G Gillham Bodan & Bon Ltd O'Dea Bros and Kalli Station Co with stock descriptions and yard locations.
Prospective buyers from Geraldton will travel by rail to Mullewa for the stock sale on Thursday October 23 at 150 pm arriving Perth Friday morning. Train arrival times aim to meet market start with prompt stock truck loading and swift despatch options. Drovers with suitable plants will be available to overland stock to destination without delay.
Fragmentary notice from Perth and Mullens regions referencing Elder Smith Co Limited. Mentions locations Gerahston Mullens and party details with Wallerway Oxt and free information. Source text is incomplete, likely ad-like or notice style with names and places.
Charles Jones stars in Big Dan as a Western ring leader famed for fighting with head and heroics. The program features Crem Pals two reel comedy Homewsic fra Western drama Gazetter and Days of Buffate Bin Thay Tell Wot Lilies of the Field in a mixed bill.
The Producers Co operative Assurance Company of Australasia announces its intention to issue a Special Policy replacing Policy No 10348 under Alfred Criddle which has been destroyed. Dated Perth South October 1924. GEO. H. Olney, Secretary.
Probate notice from near University area records the death of Michael Bowan and lists heirs and estate details. Court action seeks settlement of intestate estate with standard claims and distributing shares among heirs.
A public meeting is set in the Council Chamber Gerakiton on Wednesday 15th at 8 pm Aguada.
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