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Newspaper
Geraldton Guardian
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Oct 27, 1925
Page
3
Fragmented report cites a quake and cyclone near Barneti Ontario with vast losses. Estimated thousands perished as a vessel sank and ships were wrecked. Names and places are garbled, but devastation near the Perian Gulf is noted with multiple crews harmed.
London reports growing attendances at the Empire Exhibition with figures approaching six million. Commentary notes strong public interest in labor and capital investments, highlighting migrants and industrial expansion as key factors shaping the event’s impact on immigration and economic openings.
Modern Tarsons discusses fashion trends with Archbishop of Paris during a tour about women's dresses. He notes reluctance to modern cuts, praising modest draperies while acknowledging changing styles, and remarks on young women adopting shorter skirts and sharper silhouettes. The exchange reveals tension between tradition and evolving taste.
In London on December 26 a brief that Britain and the League of Nations were backing Bulgarian and Greek actions reports that Bulgaria will recall its ambassador to Greece while Romania reports a successful intervention. A preliminary agreement was reached to protect territories seized after the conflict. towns bombarded and a session of the League council was held to address the crisis.
In Chatenns du Loir M. Caillaux argued for a progressive tax system while opposing a capital levy and wartime debt consolidation. He warned against rapid town reforms and vowed to defend public finances. The Paris crisis session followed a stormy Palace meeting where calls for his resignation were rejected.
Telegrams from Western Australia report that visiting imperial delegates were entertained at a government function. Premier Collier outlined that despite future policy shifts, Western Australia intends to pursue population growth and closer ties with the empire. Lord Burnham called for tariff caution and movement toward a flexible fiscal approach.
The article discusses the Deportation Board amid the shipping industry, outlining challenges faced by Bryce and others in deportation policies. It references Hedony dated October 2 and mentions a hearing before the Board on Wednesday, with organizational ties to a party and resistance elements noted.
The Sydney dispatch notes several idle steamers leaving port as owners hope to redeploy ships soon. British seamen in Myilney take work abroad and a plan for a new Britih Seamen's Union is proposed with Havelock Wilson's regime directing actions from London.
In Gladstone tensions rise as primary producers pledge action against striking seamen led by Mubin Melbourne Det. 30. A violent skirmish looms near Victoria Dock with cargo delayed and a jaw injury reported.
Government Gazette lists restricted road districts with dates from 1925 to 1928. Entries include Caraamah, Cerakdion, Irwin, Slimgenew, Mullewa, Northampton, Holasce, Dintriet-Cherober, Morawa, Upper Chayeuin, and Yalgne. The periods range from late 1925 to early 1928, with inclusivity indicated for most intervals.
Reports say the hold-up on the Western Freighter sparked fears the trouble will spread to other interstate teams. Tomatoes aboard the Karoole, about 1200 crates plus other cargo, were discharged with passengers’ luggage, awaiting inspection and storage. Northers District Growers Association notes the cargo originated from Biot 1 Chapmina areas, awaiting reshipment. Weather may affect future operations. crew from the Spot faced prison sentences of several weeks for alleged igallon.
Seamen attacked graziers at Gladstone's jetty during a volatile night when armed workers overturned order. Farmers mobilized 150 to 250 vehicles and planned to rally 250 to 1,000 supporters if needed, while authorities and coastal workers sought restraint and a Wednesday meeting to resolve tensions over a stalled dairy shipment worth about £100,000.
A rural article describes cultivating a wild yeast plant from a German source, detailing harvest months September to November and methods to prepare a yeast for baking. It covers gathering, processing, and storage steps, plus a tested recipe by Mrs Farrelly and M A Wylie with several preparation stages and temperatures.
Unclear text suggests union strike committee threats over coal supply for refrigerating plants. Premier’s stance and admissible penalties are debated. Farmers in Gladslews district pledge to avoid actions that could embroil state workers in a general move.
Ideal weather favored the Henley event in Melbourne WA with spectators and athletes enjoying a strong program. The Writers Australian row led by veteran George Rogers won the sixth heat over Hamilton NZ by 18 inches amid a display of endurance. Hamilton had previously claimed victory in Queensland. Western Australian entrants posted impressive times with Buttifeld, Lite Me Meswell Browne, and Fustington among the top finishers.
The final Melbourne Cup acceptance figures are published with horses including Winding Bt, Spear ols, Pilliwinkin, Virgin Gohl, Frances Tresemly, Royal Charter, Valais, Wing's Pardon, Guawoo, Gly Belgaum, Hit, and Raith aa among others. Bets list those entries with quoted odds and weights in pounds for the upcoming race.
Fragmented race report notes a Saturday event with Windhag and Milly extes Med with Pettoln assisting. Furlongs and times muddled yet Map shows eleven furlons in 2 26. He and Baldwin perform, Virgin Gold and Aww wll Whe shown propiy. Petunia runs mile and quarter in 2 10. PN tutie finishes strongly as Frovly leads.
Auction notices list 172 horn cattle 3 horses 84 breeding cows and 5 year steers among stock, with 10 draught draught and harness horses. Machinery includes motor car Buick four Hornsby engines binder drill harrow and other farming gear. Sale hosted by ETY & COMPANY LIMITED with Mr JOSEPA CHARLER under instruction from C G LAW-BMITH. October Friday at 10 oclock, location unknown.
Dalgety and Company Limited receives instructions from Mesure J Pascet and Son to offer by public auction their farm at Nullre on Friday November 13 1945. Stock includes 150 ewes 9 rams 2 rams and more items listed with bidders Bly HL Wits Hinton among others. The sale marks the farm assets and livestock to be disposed under the given confinement.
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