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Newspaper

Geraldton Guardian

Location

Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia

Date

Oct 19, 1909

Page

3

Cables Ferrer's Fate Sparks Violent Protests Across Italy

London reports violent demonstrations over Ferrer’s execution in Italy. Mob attempts to burn cathedrals at Piva and Sante Troce, with doors burned but church spared. Rioters slash pillars and damage altars in multiple cities including Lucca Parfi and Ancomia as police intervene.

London Cevaral Perrer Italy Piva Torther Darmye Sante Troce Pica Ovne Lucca Parfi Ancomia

Belgium riotings target church and convent entry

A mob of sympathizers of the Fuerne Party attacked in Belgium yesterday breaking windows at the main entry of a convent and church. They plundered the vestry while fifty thousand people gathered in Paris to demand restraint and protect the premier Briand from action. The proceedings were peaceful as Socialists urged order.

M Liewe Belgium Mainetry Porvone Paris M. Briand

Trafalgar Square Denounces Ferrer Execution Demonstration

A Trafalgar Square denouncement protested the Ferrer execution with speakers including J O Grady Mit Labour Victor Grayson MP and others. The crowd marched to the Spanish Embassy in Grosvenor Gardens shouting and engaging in rowdy acts before a second demonstration near Westminster Cathedral.

Right Think Amd Social Democrats Trafalgar Square Mesers J. O'Grady Mit Labor Victor Grayson Tyndham Cunningham Graham Watertow Ferrer Edward Alfonso Procesion Grosvenor Gardens Founs Chern Westminster

Demonstrations Condemn Executions Across Europe and Argentina

Demonstrations in Germany and Holland condemned an execution. At Huence Ayres about ten thousand people burned King Alfonso in effigy and urged a boycott of Spanish goods. Similar hearted meetings were held in many interior Argentinian towns.

Alaa Germany Holland Huence Ayres Alfonso Argentina

Aviation Week at Doncaster and Powcester Air Events

Aviation Week reports fine weather at Doncaster where Bleriot monoplane pilot Hew Bheailes achieved LI minutes, and Sommier's Farman biplane marked a notable display. Lieutenant Cody, a BeaUh military aviator, had a minor crash with a wheel failure but survived without serious injury and plans further flights. Spectators at Powcester and St Leger Racecourse numbered between 58 000 and 100 000. Delagrange soared on a monoplane and Sommer achieved a 9 mile longest flight with passenger.

London Doncaster Nein Grange Cod Powcester Delagrange Fying Ee Sommer Heslo

Polar Exploration Records Question Me McKinley Summit Claim

Landon and others allegedly received £3001 to back a claim about Me McKinley summit ascent. The aim was to counter Peary and his party and challenge assertions of whether Cook ever climbed the mountain. Antheny Fists, an Arctic explorer, is mentioned in relation to the dispute.

Landon McKinley Masha Peary Antheny Fists

Canadian naval proposal draws mixed Canadian response

London reports tentative approval by Leader Borden of the Canadian Opposition to the Dominion Government naval plan. Borden endorses building cruisers in Canada while The Toronto Sun, organ of the agrarians, urges the government to seek country approval before spending four to five million pounds on the navy.

London My. Borden Canada Toronto Sun

Quebec Grain Elevator Fire Kills Firemen

A large blaze in Quebec destroyed a grain elevator with 200000 bushels of wheat, eight freight sheds, two cold storage warehouses, and a customs building. The conflagration claimed four firemen and caused about 900000 pounds in damage, with only a quarter insured.

London Quebec

Effects of Anti Charrette Legislation in Canada

The Canadian government banned boys from smoking cigarettes, leading to a 30,000,001 decline in the number of cigarettes sold over the past eight months. Total cigarette sales in Canada for the period reached 370,000,000, compared with the same period last year.

Canada

The Czar's Visit to Italy in Genoa and Racconigi

The Spanish anarchist Modeus was arrested at Liguria Genoa with a revolver four daggers and about 390 in kin possession. He was en route to Racconigi where Victor Emmanuel will likely meet the Czar. Messaggero of Rome says Italians pushing for a warm reception may aid Austria by undermining a Rust-Italian rapprochement.

Tondon Modeus Liguria Genoa Racconigi Victor Eomanuel

Prospect Lasrie Adds 30 Cannons of Gold From Tanami

Telegram from Port Darwin states Prospector Lasrie has obtained another 30 cannon of gold from the Tanami fields, reported to Minister Loughlin in Adelaide. The telegram arrives following J Temby's Port Darwin arrival reference to prior finds.

Adelaide Northern Territory Mr.Loughlin J. Temby Port Darwin Tanami Goldfields Lasrie

Premier and Deakin discuss federal capital and immigration policy

Melbourne reports a long interview between Premier Wade and Prime Minister Deakin. They outline federal capital site agreement timing, immigration and industrial appeals legislation, and the Commonwealth’s role in advertising Australia. Wade mentions communicating with State Premiers on financial questions. Deakin notes ongoing discussions and the need for more evidence before altering the agreement. Old age pensions noted as a topic.

Melbourne New South Wales Mr. Wade Deakin Wade Sydney Ulen Waite St Tv Pramilere Gomerroce Commonwealth Australia Wr. Deakin

Pension claims by state and awarded totals in Australia

The report lists age pension claims receiv ed across states including NSW Victoria Queensland South Australia Western Australia and Tasmania with state totals shown. NSW 2115 Victoria C357 Queensland 742 South Australia 2012 Western Australia 1271 Tasmania 2470.

Nsw Victoria Queensland Seth Australia West Australia Tasmania New South Wales South Australia Queens van

Miner breach case lands miner before War den Clifton

West Australis reports Det. 1 details a breach case at Blak Rangy mine tied to the Varye-ton of Miner. A police breach led to serious injury to a stiner named Laie. Irvine’s mine Blak Rangy is involved as the Breach case is tried before Warden Clifton on Saturday.

Irvine Laie Clifton

Public dissatisfaction with the Geraldson Show exhibit and invites

A reader blasts the recent Geraldson Show criticizing the organizers and exhibitors. The letter notes alleged poor invitations to officials, absent senior members, and a belittling display of empty walls. It urges drastic reforms, lower charges, and active public support for a better next year.

Cere Muries Mr. Drew Denmark

Protest Against Local Show Critics and Progress

A reader condemns a contemporary newspaper for scolding local efforts like the Victoria District Show and flour mills. The letter argues for support of exhibitors, committees, and new designs, urging fair treatment and party in enabling industry progress.

Victoria Admiral Cr

Mark Johnson Defeats Ketchel For World Title In 19 Rounds

In San Francisco on October 1, Mark Johnson, champion, defeated Stanley Ketchel to win the world championship in a thrilling 19 round bout. Ketchel was counted out after his wax stretched on the floor. There was a side bet of 5000 dollars in addition to the main stake.

San Francisco Mark Johnson Stanley Ketchel Ketchel Johnson

Burns Challenges Johnson in Boxing Comeback

Sidney reports Tommy Barna the ex champion gladiator offers to meet Johnson in a 45 round or full contest with favorable terms. Burns said he plans to return to the ring and is ready to face Ketchal in Australia if Johnson fights fall through.

Sidney Tommy Barna Gigiliat Penta Clareson San Francia Johnson Cable Burns Gleeson Ketchal Australia

Municipal Council Minutes Record Cash and Works Decisions

The fortnightly council meeting chaired by Mayor Arch reviewed payments of £15,124 2d and revenue gains of £56,158 6d since the last session with a £257 1s 4d debit balance. It notes insurance defend rights on Fairbeard’s claim, a refund request for Mr Bligh’s expenses, sand drift issues, and a £50 grant for drift control at Maboniet’s Flat. Proposals include tendering for timber and forage, land subdivision in Fits Gerald Street, gas works purchase, and hire arrangements for a council horse with Brigade protest settled by allowing hire.

Royal Insurance Company Fairbeard Council For W. P. Shannon Bligh Wisdom— Council Public Works Department Maboniet Counsil Aum Becim Oma Fire Brigade Couneil F. Aldermen Fitsgerald Street Usta

Seven Persons Fined for Corner Driving at Police Court

At the Police Court before Mr Ges seven defendants Nod Fong Parker Wheatley Hamashaw O Malley Scarebrook were charged with driving round a corner within the municipality into pare exceeding a walk. The offences were on the 14th inst during the show. Each pleaded guilty and paid a fine with costs.

Mr. Ges Georges Nod Sydney Fong James W. Parker Jamon Wheatley Clarence Hamashaw Edward O'Malley Ben Scarebrook

Funeral Service For Local Neighbor Held At Churchyard

A funeral was held last Friday afternoon at the Church of England cemetery for an elderly local resident. Mr. Lester of Geraldton organized the arrangements and Mr. G Varley led the service at the grave as many old friends gathered to pay their respects.

Church of England Lester Geraldton G. Varley WW. Wineberg England

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