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Newspaper
Geraldton Guardian
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Sep 06, 1927
Page
3
The article reports Goodsell of Australia winning the world sculling title in Vancouver on September 7. Bert Barry, nephew of a local official, is mentioned as a competitor. The text notes the event and the winner, with limited details on other placings.
A fragmented listener account describes Empire Broad Carting broadcast in Australia and the United Kingdom. Interference from a motor car and a relay station caused signal disruption, with the 4 50 pm whistle and a loud intermittent clucking sound marking the issues during the program.
Malt at FRENCH ALRMAN S HOA details M. Gallizo charged with attempting to hoax aviation authorities by tampering with a tare graph and misreporting altitude. Officials note a barograph on Bourget line showed far lower height than claimed. Aero Club of France deems Gallia’s claim unsubstantiated and calls for inquiry.
The report highlights a Bisley event praised as the most amusing since a Ride Association move from Wimbledon. General Dean led Adeanley YI in a wave of target hits, with bull’s-eyes at 200 500 and 600 yards marking an eighth consecutive record and 25 committee bulls.
Fifty state delegates travel to Geneva for the League meetings. Discussions focus on armaments, delays, and faith in the process as Dr Strossmann signals possible emphatic opinion against protracted disputes.
In a damaged notice a shark fishing vessel linked to Australian waters near Carnarvon is described. The vessel reportedly arrived from Amati and underwent transformation to withstand daily wharf duties. The owner reportedly spent substantial sums maintaining the ship during Toran ownership.
London reports Glamorgan upset Notts by an innings victory as Notts fail to clinch the county championship. Mercer claimed six wickets for 31 and Ryan four for 14 in Glamorgan’s decisive innings. Notts’ top moments included a late 17-run partnership.
Reported telegrams indicate a labor strike at the Abermviars Boant in Milonrne. Officials claim a new worker joined, while lines at the Laxe Tyers sborging station show resistance to end the work stoppage.
South Australia Sept 3 British steamer Hutheran freighter entering Port River at Birkenhead wharf struck the wharf at four knots, carrying 5886 tons of phosphate rock. It became jammed for five minutes and backed free leaving a large triangular notch 26 by 30 feet. Damage estimated at £730 with workers on the wharf nearby.
In Hobart Tasmanian notes a blaze at Mt Matthew’s Authetic Church near Ponty Mile destroyed the building just as the 1st jubilee was set to be celebrated. Fire authorities report the blaze began before dawn and investigators search the scene for causes.
Singuang September 4. Railway workers across Queensland began declaring actions after failed peace talks at the South Johnstone mill. The Government refused to back down, saying it cannot cede functions to unions, signaling a prolonged standoff as farmers back the Government measures and motorists pick up services.
Inaimpe reports a calm after the storm as Parliament reopens. The government may wait to gauge Labour strength before taking further action on industrial measures amid idle state mailways and uncertain future moves.
Arbitration Court sessions resume as Heath Johnston case and railway hold up are pressed toward an agreement. State Secretary Mr Riontan seeks a firm decision by tomorrow, with unions and government wary of extended conflict across states. A.W.U. pickets Brisbane rail depot as government forms food control committee.
Officials fear NSW may be drawn into the Queensland dispute as authorities work quietly to prevent disturbances ahead of the state election. A potential strike at a key plant could jeopardize government prospects, with possible rail or sea routes affecting NSW.
Mrs Bridget Lewis Allan aged 53 died in a Fran cairesh house fire early on Friday. Firefighters found the front of the building alight and could not save her. Police believe she knocked over a Galop by her bed and tried to reach the door, with a barking dog in the yard likely giving the warning that came too late.
The Kalgoorlie program lists acceptances for the Goldfields Plate and Kalgoorlie Cup racing on Wednesday. Contenders include Talgetegg, Silver Rel Blu, Lady Paddy, and GOLDFIELDS PLATE entries with odds and weights. The Kalgoorlie Cup field includes Brownface, Sindi, Avernas, and Network among others. Spearage is favored in previews with plans for a Cooper ride.
The Tattersill sweep influence looms over the Kalguertie Cup betting with few starters likely. Some owners threaten scratches if sweeping money does not come, while Battledore’s owner has already laid one third of the prize. Others like Good Hope Anticipate and Frantic show good chances as Wednesday’s big race approaches.
Adelaide reports Milvina’s connections decided to spell the imported horse after the Caulfield Cup to prevent a dip in form. Milvina has raced since early June and will receive a shorter spell before resuming preparation for the Melbourne Cup.
The third shoot for the Markers Trophy tested the 200 500 and 600 yard ranges on Saturday. Reg Teede emerged the overall winner with a grand total of 208 points. Others scoring well included Elliott 205 Har rup 203 Parsons 241 and O Malley 200 all in a gale affected event.
A Geraldton club team visited Mullewa on Sunday and won. Geraldton players G Smythe 89, P Par soma 47, E Elliott 47, T Thompson 8, B Teede 54, W Harrop 75 led the scoreline totaling 508. Mullown Prayne 4, Kelly 77, Bennett 76, Walker 72, Neville 6, Peet 6 contributed for Mullown.
The article notes a proposed date shift during GF school holidays with W V Sewell retiring, B Jachwon elected vice president, and Mr B Boevetar recognized. Attendees regreted the change and closed the meeting with thanks and a toast to the Reina group.
OCR text shows a rough private dialogue about a husband and wife. It hints at guilt and demand for more compassion while noting secrecy about a man’s whereabouts. The passage reads with errors and unclear names, lacking a clear event or date.
The damaged text describes a busy film page highlighting a comedy or adventure reel with a cast including Beautiful Madge Ballemy and Tiny timid Chinese characters. It mentions gangsters smugglers and light effects for an exciting screen. It reads like a promotional cinema notice from a period paper.
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