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Newspaper
Geraldton Guardian
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Sep 29, 1921
Page
3
A large department store in the Boulevard Hanson was destroyed by a massive fire. Reports say two military columns approached, while economic sanctions tied to the conflict were discussed. German diplomacy indicated acceptance of conditions as Allied sanctions altered.
A blast at the morta l works 1 im Varel near Ohienburg in Switzerland killed several and wounded many. The fragmentary report notes fatalities and injuries without providing full details or names.
The article discusses a proposed national or local scheme to eradicate the careation weed. It suggests paid labor and a competitive pull by school children under supervision, with £10 offered for three terms of work. A school tent and two hours of work per child are noted, ending with a large picnic to celebrate. The Mayor plans to discuss with the Headmaster before proceeding.
The Geraldton cricket season opens Saturday with Australia playing Geraldine at Queen's Park and Mercantiles facing Cosmopolitans at the Recreational Ground. Teams include Holmes, Lyons, Hotchinson, Norman, Biukes, Kelly, Groesaler, McKay, Rock, Austins, Gibron, McDonald, Gideon, Searife, Donn, Milner, Bright, and others.
A Perth deputation led by ALP loyalists met the Premier after a Tuesday unemployed rally. The group pressed for more public works to aid married men out of work, with the Premier promising to consult the Works Minister on this relief. The report notes subsequent union comments on wages and pastoralist agreements, and an unrestful demonstration outside Parliament House ending with police seizing two woollen platforms.
Fragmentary note reports Beith unemployment topic and a ministerial statement. Text mentions Dr. cor and an interview by Te vapayeent tia of 183814, with vague implication about trade and commerce being disrupted.
A labor proposal from the British Labour party faces government response over work provision and weekly payments to adults. In London a Czech-Lovakian scholar arrives, plans to deliver radium valued at £70 to Oxford University for 15 years of study and experimental use under Professor Boddy.
Sir Edgeworth Daviil geologist and State Analyst eralogist Simpson have been examining striking formations in the Murchison area. They traveled from Moruwa to Meekatharra and onward to the Irwin region with government geologists, observing ancient granite and greenstone rocks and the river valley landscape.
The Hughes government faces an anxious session as the Country Party seeks a government reconstruction and a possible reshuffle. Rumors say Prime Minister Hughes may return to Australia with resolve, while Sir Joseph Cook could join the British delegation to Washington and then become High Commissioner in London.
The report cites lower attendance than last year with gate money around £100 over 2900 attendees. It lists secretary HB Claxton Eaton and committee members Fire Bee Day and Invies. On day two 1247 people endured meals and train travel noted, with prize money payable on and after Wednesday.
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