Riots

=__Riots__= ===On October the 31st 1923 Melbourne police officers went on strike because they were outraged by the principle of plain clothed civilians doing their job. During the strike hoodlums looted and rioted. Geelong’s Premier, Mr. Lawson was anxious that the hoodlums of Melbourne might think that Geelong was unprotected. With the thought that the riots would reach Geelong, so it was asked by the government that citizens step up and join the police force for the protection of Geelong. The Government also explained that full pay would be provided for volunteers that join. On November the 5th at 11 o’clock, a meeting was held for all who volunteered.===

Surname unknown, initial unknown, it was published by the Geelong Advertiser. 1923, November 5th. A local call to arms as Melbourne police strike. Geelong Advertiser.
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