12 Aug 1939
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Newspaper
Geraldton Guardian And Express
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Aug 12, 1939
Page
1
The Tennis Association fixtures report a Saturday event featuring women’s doubles and singles. Contests include Geraldton Park against Haye Catholics with players such as Heelan, Abbott, Dunn, and Cun ains competing in various格式.
In Geraldton, the Green team defeats the Gold team 1 set to 0 in singles with Mrs Legantt losing to Mrs Jones and other results including Mes Amestrone over Miss N Joseph. Doubles see a draw between Gromer Uryant and Horton Horton with ongoing sets.
In a mixed doubles and singles table, Catholics and Geraldton clubs split sets with J Graton KR Haydock FP Lambert and J Kaw forming Catholics winners. Singles saw J Graham defeat F Lamnert while Haydock, Lew, O Rourke and Heelan posted mixed outcomes. Totals show Catholics 4 sets 41 games and Geraldton 4 sets 42 games.
London August 10 J A Hartland director of the Netherlands Emigration Foundation says the foundation backs the infiltration method and will aid Dutch people seeking a new life in Australia He notes government approval but emphasizes that final approval and scale depend on practical factors communities would be established across New South Wales Victoria South Australia and possibly Western Australia.
Religious notices list Rev Doughis led services at various churches with morning and evening worships, baptisms, sacraments, and parish events. St Francis Xavier Cathedral holds mass and rites. Holy Nine Society conducts Holy Communion. Christ Church and Methodist Church announce sermons and devotions. G eorgia town churches outline Sunday after Trinity observances and school activities with dates and times.
August reports from Melbourne say Premier and Commonwealth officials debate who bears responsibility for wheat stabilization. Western Australia defends state control while Victoria argues for national price guarantees. Conference to be examined as debates continue over costs and production bases.
The Mayor and executive members discussed export logistics and port access for outport districts. Officials referenced Queensland and Western Australia trade patterns, noting most wool shipments from the district leave via Geraldton and urging reliance on nearest ports to sustain exports.
A high level conference in Melbourne failed to reach a decision on wheat stabilization as ministers from Commonwealth and state governments met again. The meeting disbanded after deadlock persisted, with talks continuing after August 11 discussions.
August 11 Lameon reports on a large scale air raid drill testing London and surrounding counties. Millions practiced blackout and light discipline with thousands of volunteers at points to monitor efficiency. A Times correspondent noted limited effectiveness and two early test incidents, with one of four bombs reportedly causing casualties.
A dramatic suspense filled radio mystery unfolds Tuesday to Thursday as Melvyn Doughis returns with Virginia Bruce and Sally in disguise. Detective Reardon chases a jewel theft ring at Nacelle’s shop while Crenshaw faces suspicion and a murder alters the case amid witty, high energy dialogue and a strong supporting cast.
An advertisement asserts rheumatism stems from kidney trouble and promises rapid kidney healing within 24 hours of taking Bret dose of De Witts Kidney and Bladder Pills. It claims kidneys will remove the cause of pain, ending backache urinary issues and rheumatic pains, leading to perfect health.
Specially prepared for weak kidneys, backache, rheumatism, sciatica, joint pains, lumbago and urinary disorders. Sold by all chemists and stores at 1/9, 3/-, and 5/9.
The forecast notes scattered showers and cooler, variable conditions. Northern districts see possible showers with rising southerly winds and generally decreasing temperatures toward the southwest. Coastal areas face lighter winds, with easterly to southeast breezes and a mix of sun and clouds along the southwest coasts.
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