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Newspaper
Geraldton Guardian
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Sep 06, 1917
Page
2
September 6 1917 report on Fre mantle and Melbourne allied labour unrest over wartime food prices. Port actions disrupted shipping for weeks as unions threaten to load only foodstuffs at locally controlled prices, with broader tie to Eastern State information and government response amid rising living costs.
The text discusses Australia’s wheat stocks of about 160 million bushels, imminent harvests, and the risk of unsold grain while prices and wartime demands pressure farmers. It notes a government push to eradicate pests and weeds, promote savings campaigns, and support troops with local actions and public notices. It also mentions a political meeting adjournment and community events such as Sunday School and local choirs.
Mr W Dr Spiers has been selected to contest the Murchison seat in the National Party against Mr J B Holman. Spiers, an ex-Premier candidate from Meexatharra, was a vigorous worker for the party in the last federal elections.
The Kalgoorlie Club staged a second day meeting with multiple races including the Kalgoorlie Hurdle and Kalgoorlie Cup. Cocatea, Gold Coin, and Irish Comedy were among the leading contenders in a tight finish, with betting trends noting Coca tea odds and near certainty around the winner.
A war casualty list from Geraldton includes Gunner E W Smith, Gunner C W Cans, Private Athol Douglas Criddle, Sapper William Powell, and Private Aeneas Murphy. Among the dead is Private George Vowles, brother of local residents Arthur White and K Vowles. Both deceased enlisted at the war’s outbreak from their Geraldton home.
Lieutenant-General Stauts at Central Westminster advocates forming a League of Nations to secure lasting peace, noting about eight million wartime deaths and warning that civilization may falter if conflicts recur. Also reports efforts to fund relief parcels for families and crews, with mixed notes on distributions and shipments.
A trial recounts a hotel shooting at the Geraldton Hotel involving a revolver and a party returning from an afternoon to the evening assault. Prosecution describes the alleged plan, the motive, and the accused facing a verdict on multiple counts with responses from witnesses and the defense.
A government inquiry into bacon factories reviewed farm measures, vet checks, and transport plans. Proposals include 3000 pigs under quarantine, advances for setup, and strict area separation to prevent overlapping. Supervisory rules ensure approved suppliers and compliance with safety standards.
A fragmented ad promises spring millinery and stylish dresser items at discounts. It touts stock breadth in fashion goods and mentions supply availability across the Eastern States, with references to economy, production, and local buying power amid uncertain conditions.
Last Saturday the Geraldton Golf Club semifinals were fought out by Messrs Hogke A G Chapman J Cummins and F OC Overheu with Overheus winning from Royit 8 to 9 and Cummins beating Chapman 3 up 2. Overheus and Cummins meet next Saturday to decide the Championship with other fixtures noted for the day.
New York correspondent quotes Mr Herbert C Heever, chairman of the Commission for Belgium, saying Germany faces food shortage and cannot win soon. He notes crops, cattle, and herd losses will prolong conflict, with Germany likely to endure two more years of war as American public opinion shifts.
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