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Newspaper
Geraldton Guardian
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Sep 01, 1925
Page
3
In a blurred report the British shipping sector and a deportation hearing are outlined. Figures named Walsh and Tomas Stsemoled appear amid references to a board and union actions. The text mentions Melbourne and a strike impacting the sector, with unclear details on the outcome and dates.
Mr Walsh denounced authorities in Downin as tensions rose over ship imports. He urged calm as protesters chanted to hell and a ship blockade persisted, while his family stood nearby and he defended workers’ rights amid the dispute.
Fragmentary OCR notes show a meeting under a maritime workers union alliance. References to August and sign refusals over wage terms appear with mentions of organization roles. Overall details are illegible.
An odd fragmentary report discusses union leadership and industry in Adelaide and Australia. It references Howant, a secretary, and mentions a push against foreign influence, with speculation on industrial activity and federal parliament concerns. The text is garbled and incomplete.
Melbourne weekly bulletin reports friction within the labor movement over a shipping dispute. It accuses Prater Party members of complicity while praising some unionists for backing worker progress. The piece condemns agitators and frames the Seamen's Union as a stabilizing force.
Fragmentary report mentions a government action affecting Walak ant Antabaws and a reaction by the Victorian Receed of the Seamen's Union. The readable parts are garbled and do not establish a clear event, date, or outcomes.
An open air meeting of seamen in Capetown urged resilience with a sink or swim stance. The crowd backed public sympathy for strikers and criticized Port Employers and retailers for not hiring. Federal policy talk and voting on a police bill highlighted parliamentary contention as delegates debated Bruce’s bill and British enforcement.
General Hertzog comments on seamen unrest linking Australian strike activity to British and South African port crews. He notes no interference by the South African Seamen's Union and emphasizes protection for crews. The cable cites higher South African wages versus Australian pay and outlines government stance.
The report from Bombay dated August 4 notes the first batch of Indian laborers, about 700 recruits, enlisted for service in a contingent linked to the shipping strike. They are expected to sail soon for South Africa to join the force.
Passengers faced disruption at Towr as authorities request orderly departure. Amid confusion, Capetows Agus 31 notes ongoing commotion and harm to workers. company officials promise aid where possible during hardship affecting their class.
Reading from a Fremantle harbor incident, a tug allegedly moved a mail timer to smother berth as ships lay in harbour early morning. Seamen's Union members reportedly objected to the handling of the Ene while the ship's officer denied moving the line. Secretary Houghbow declined to comment.
Versa November 1 report notes OL branch liner Borda arrived Frewanth with a ram and imigeanty about age. Secretary Mr. Houghtom of Reomen's Daion urged Pamen frat to attend a Ka'rlork meeting tonight. Seamen promised to attend but fear Borda may be held ip.
Bunboory August 1d reports that the Huntress crew aboard a government chartered boat faced wage strike pressure. Mr Houghton of the Seamen's Union urged a strike to back Australia, while the crew weighed their futures and families as negotiations stalled and sailing plans for the Apulia fleet were affected.
Seedom August 31 The Armigamered Maritime Work Union at Bouthampton officially backs the seamen strike. Hull mamen bar joined to the otrthe, signaling broader labor support and potential action aboard ships.
Sydney Reyesta reports an urgent appeal from Mr Gardeh to mobilize immediate feeding for a thousand striking workers. The call emphasizes rapid action and organizational readiness amid escalating labor unrest.
Lord Matur of Sydney reports on early 20th century labor unrest as strikers push for fair pay and safer conditions. sporadic clashes interrupt daily life while authorities seek order amid mounting tensions among workers and shopkeepers.
A deciphered fragment reports disputes over maritime actions and a claim of full accord with Britain. The text names Wikas and Bavcock amid unclear references to Camas Lavdos and a 30 year horizon.
Chapman eyes a visit to relatives after a fifteen year interval, planning to depart in about a month. Chastes Smith of Weirmong, back from Perth, enters Roselly Hospital with friends noting his health improvement. Customs transfer move to Perth from Albany involves Evelyn P. Eraki, long stationed at the southern port and formerly at Orraldham. Glacial Maman, returning Friday after a brief stay, and others like Frank Wittenuow and West Australians slated to return home, with departures by the RLS on October 15th.
Country Tennis Tournament results from the Geraldton Courts show multiple doubles and singles matches with scores: Mandy beating Richter and Valentine 4 6 5, Sackson and Jones def. Jackson and Sheahan 63 61, Broad and Kramer def. Jerkson and Jones 64 0 2, and Hepworth beating V Jankwe 62 2. Novelty Dance set for the deal Hall with prizes for Barney and orchestra.
A reviewer lauds the West Australian Post Office Directory of 1925 as up to date and indispensable. It spans 792 pages with a comprehensive state wide listing of occupiers, farms, trades, and residents, including Perth Fremantle Kalgoorlie Enbaree Boulder Northam and Suburbs, offering alphabetic and trades sections and ready address lists for business and private use.
Fragmentary OCR reads like a garbled sports preview with scattered names and terms. Mentions Turkish mele and international context, with references to Kenta Pisha and generic phrases about speeches, replication, and world involvement. No coherent event or facts emerge.
The English career players returned home from Australia to London on August 1. Authorities of the Football Association praised the Australian hospitality and the goodwill shown during the visit. The party’s reception highlighted positive relations and sports diplomacy between the two nations.
Moscow reports that military officials were executed for war profiteering and the seizure of property, while thirty three others received prison terms including a decade in some cases, in a sweeping crackdown on illicit schemes within the military supply chain.
Telegraphic report from Western Australia states an inquest will commence Monday at the Cry Courthouse on the death of Cyril Gidle in the government hour ballroom tragedy last Thursday. The inquiry was delayed to ensure the defense could attend, with government official Mr. W Kidson expected to be represented.
Tenders for part or whole to be received by four p.m. on September 17. Auction to offer by Boolardy Pastoral Company Limited. Properties include a draft of Vie Loc 348 with adjoining areas and 7 living rooms plus stock and fittings. viewing arrangements required. Names such as TSONEADAY and SMITE appear in the notice.
The August finances report lists revenue at £541,007 and expenditure at £674,455, leaving a deficit of £133,448. The figures compare with the previous August, when revenue was £136,725 and expenditure £? shown in the imperfect record.
Flour butter and sugar shortages trigger rationing and line shortages in North Queenland and Longresch as a railway strike halts transport. Coastal districts face fuel and ferry delays while Dalby hospital seeks finger food supplies. Ambulance needs denied but sugar provided. government calls urgent meeting to resolve crisis.
September events listed with times across multiple venues. Cathedral Hall hosts Friday 1 pm, Sunday 3 pm. Town Hall 11x2, 3 pm. Walkaway-Masday September 7th. Miu Paint-We r date appears. admission 3/-, children 1/-. Mrs Keese to attend. provisions requested for entertainment of the girl.
In a statement to the Labour Party, Mr W Dunstan secretary of the Queenshind tramneh of the MW and AW.U warned the railway stoppage could suspend sugar industry operations. About 1,250 workers would lose jobs if the strike continued a week, risking 20,000 AWN members and leaving all meat works idle after Monday, affecting metropolitan workers.
Arrangements list stock transport routes with Que statin master managing cattle to Midland Junction via August 29 to 31. Mentions Arkone Brand and Dowden Brow station, Chall Station shearing, and Dowden Brow line. Notes 186 bales of wool shipped with an average of over 26 sales per thousand sheep, highlighting wool traffic and handlers.
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