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Newspaper
Geraldton Guardian
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Sep 06, 1919
Page
3
The document notes cables amounting to 70 million pounds, about 34 million before the war, predicting fewer ships than prior to the war. It states action on the latest vessels will be completed, while 42 planned constructions will be stopped or canceled.
Objections arise in London as Australian agents in the Commonwealth discuss emigration policy. The reading vouched by agencies serves diverse state interests, complicating federal control. High Commissioner Growth a Consolo growth cited. experience showed agents necessary to meet requirements.
Bolshevik resources are said to include large munitions stockpiles with shipment to Busia. Reports claim Germans influenced the balance, suggesting potential for prolonged conflict and a ten year war outlook.
President Wilson spoke in Columbus Ohio urging backing for the League of Nations. He argued Americans would avoid war if the League were accepted and framed the global accord as a path to lasting peace.
A brief wire reports a general strike action at Marseil Les carried by wartime wires. The message notes extended time for Austria.
A fragmentary report notes Australian wheat labor strife and maritime dockside disruptions tied to broader trade strains. It references American steel trade concerns and President Wilson negotiating amid ongoing industrial tensions.
Perth dispatch reports that a BiB bill will be introduced late this session outlining eligibility for women as parliamentarians. Premier Mr James Mit promising action told a deputation from the Women's Service that a Women's Legal Status Bill is forthcoming to extend political rights.
A mining note from September reports a promising lode on Hampton Plains near the Easton Goldfields. The finding implies a potential lease opportunity for a big six rich lode, inviting prospectors and investors to inspect the claim and lease terms.
In Victoria a growing federal tally suggests Prime Minister Hughes will seek a general election. Reportedly an appeal to the country is expected before Christmas, with government circles leaning toward a holiday-season decision.
Sergeant Teahan and F C Lowi sie, away from duty for about a week due to illness, are progressing toward recovery and hope to resume duty in a few days. The article also notes the Reverend W Corly Butler’s expected Geraldton visit next Sunday for the Main Anniversary and Sunday School anniversary to be held in the Town Hall on Sunday next, September Leh.
The firm advertises a sale of 4000 ewes and wethers at Otekerm Varde. Items offered are semen and related stock associated with the Dirk Bartog Station, with details indicating warehousing and wool provisioning.
Perth reports an outbreak of influenza type in Collie with illness and fatalities. Local officials confirm spread among residents with suspected community transmission. Authorities urge caution as medical facilities handle rising case counts and seek containment.
Fragmentary item notes that one market segment declined to increase prices to ten dollars per dozen and stalled. It references relays and pricing in a partial sentence with unclear entities.
The Australian Labor Party decided not to readmit Brookfield, alleging biased methods and prejudice. The move blocks a return to power, with authorities framing the decision as final and binding within party rules.
South Australia workers resume strike after agreeing to the Commonwealth terms. The men decide to accept conditions and return to Gog ima medarely.
In a fragmentary report from Murchison Timex the duo Peegs and Waiters are described as rich prospectors who found a gold parcel weighing 4.0 troy ounces and lodged it at the Western Mustration Bank in Cue. The ore was located at an early parcel near Tuckawarra with the pair working about 20 feet away when the discovery was made.
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