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Newspaper
Geraldton Guardian
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Sep 02, 1913
Page
3
Violence erupts as Dublin tramway strike over yesterday leads to police clashes near the Abbey. A crowd of about 400 confronts authorities, dozens struck with batons, including women and children. One strike trader, Me Larkin, targeted amid chaos. Seventy nine reported to be injured as officers cleared the area.
At a mass meeting of workers in Tobuanesturg yesterday, several strong speeches attacked Victim Mion as rampant and called for a general strike to prevent starvation. One speaker compared the Government to a lioness relying on the British for support while lacking courage to stand alone.
A Senate Select Committee hearing in Mulbourne opened today into the dismissal of Sir Chinn, former engineer at the Kalgoorlie 2nd of the Trans Australian Railway. Chinn attacked Engineer-in-Chief Deane, accusing seven months of harassment and antipathy.
Inspector Wickens of the Agricultural Department completes a weeklong district tour investigating fruit fly prevalences. He finds evidence that the pest has taken hold near Geraldton, using the African Thorn as a host and larvae in limited numbers. He notes actions to eradicate it, warns widespread impact, and calls for drastic measures to clear thorny hedges and protect private lands.
In a Friday proceeding at Canning Park the judge criticised counsel, while yesterday in the Supreme Court Sir Keenan expressed regret for remarks that may have caused pain. He said there was no intention to disparage the plaintiff’s counsel or Mr Downing the junior counsel and apologized for any offense caused.
John Warren, mineralogist from Sydney, was killed during a violent encounter with natives while leading a July exedition into the interior. His revolver jammed, he was overpowered as natives attacked with slings and spears. Warren urged his two boys to flee as they watched him slain and his body mutilated.
The quarterly licensing session adjourned with councillors and the chairman, Mr BH.M. Gee, considering removal licenses for Geraldion City and extensions for the Club Hotel. Applications for premises changes faced police notice issues. the removal license was granted, and the Mercantile Club registration delayed to allow formalities.
Government and Geraldton notes show council inquiries about Railway Department steps to handle river wash and harbour improvement funding. Officials discussed harbour work and harvest facilities, with origin of work and timeframes under review. The Engineer in Chief was evaluating Ramshothais’ proposal and a ministerial decision was expected soon.
A near accident occurred at Mingenew on Tuesday when Mr Cummings, the exor maker of the Minzenew hall, was preparing a generator for an evening meeting. An explosion produced a small injury, and he was sent by train for surgical care. He reports progress. A service was held by Roy A. Barclay of the Methodist Church with a large congregation. The Me Whoslint Church plans a new timber building to seat about 250, with funds underway and about 150 still needed. The Commercial in Mingeweylas observed to erect more reliable premises. work is led by Mr Lewis of Perth, with plans and trimmings on display.
Melbourne reports a Fremantle mayor’s inquiry about Cockburn Sound naval base works. Sir John Forrest says no alarm, citing dredging progress near Success and Parmelia Banks and that an experienced naval engineer will select the site, likely Mangles Bay or Rockingham as options.
The Black Range West Mine yields 423 oz 15 dwts gold from 233 lbs of ore after treatment. Manager notes reefs widening in the south end and a 6 ft to 8 ft channel. gold visible in foam and faces about 24 feet apart as activity continues.
The Geraldton Chamber of Commerce met yesterday to debate wheat handling facilities, jetty upgrades, craneage, and a new subway yard site. It backed railway extensions toward Mullewa, urged better jetty fender adjustments, and planned talks with authorities. The group also considered telegraph office hours and upcoming Fremantle Chamber exams.
Kiuhgoorlie reports withdrawal from the Cup with Cap Murviia finishing a mile and a quarter in 4 minutes, showing notable pace. Donge Elire owner Mr Grénike has faced a setback as the horse tires and suffers a rough aftermath ahead of the Cup race.
Readers are invited to send short, clear letters expressing personal opinions. The policy emphasizes self expression, brevity, and relevance to topics of public interest.
RATEFAYER calls for immediate disclosure of loan details including total borrowings, interest rates, due dates, flotation costs, and net proceeds. He questions whether the council mishandles finance and urges accountability while noting Geraldton's Coliseum as a focal point for cash buyers amid stagnant money markets.
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