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Newspaper
Geraldton Guardian And Express
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Jun 08, 1946
Page
3
Fragmented oblique garble reports a delayed proclamation amid Italian political tension. Mentions Landini and Sune, references a republic, and unclear calls for intervention. Vague phrases suggest a constitutional dispute, possible royalist backlash, and shifts in leadership within a beleaguered state.
A reader complains about high prices for fruits and vegetables at local markets. The letter notes that wholesale and retail costs appear inflated, urges controls, and alleges vendors price gouging. It references a City officer and calls for action to curb rising food costs.
Racing summary from Moonee Valley with multiple maiden and handicap races. Notable horses include Talbot, Phi ASG, Coral 85, Helen Mary 85, Judy Joy 45, Oraklvas Teniele 85, and Werting securing wins across divisions with various placings and dividends listed.
Local authorities proclaim a public holiday next Monday to mark the victory event. Arrangements are being finalised and the official programme will be published elsewhere in this issue. Factories, warehouses, offices and shops will close for the day, with limited hours for essential services. The depot will close at noon.
Disjointed race card from Western Australia features multiple two year olds and handicaps. Notable runners include Blark Flee, New Herries, Happy He Manmetry, Bree Manik, Queen Tella, and Olympicen Star among others with varied odds and placements noted from the meets at Tetwn Park.
A jumble of figures and names lists contributions and pledges from individuals and organizations for celebratory events. Mentions tentatively reference hotels, venues, and dates, with sums in old currency formats, reflecting a society fundraiser reportage.
Medal presentations marked Victory Day at the Perth Girls' School and Geraldton events. Mayoral remarks highlighted medal designs by Symhat Budewell and the broader war effort. Teachers distributed notes as principals and dignitaries spoke, with choir performances at local colleges.
A scrambled regional racing report from Doomben Cup day lists uncertain results and confused entries. The text names several horses and figures such as Tou Cirke El Meenaleyy and Bie Bewwee alongside odd codes and dates, indicating a disordered OCR capture of race results and entrants.
A Northampton Victory Day event at King’s Hall aims to raise funds for the Northampton Infant Health Cine. Weather issues and technical problems marred the night, but young attendees and volunteers endured, with local committee members applauding contributions from Mrs Reynolds and Mrs Donglis. A welcome social will follow the event.
The report notes ownership details of a horse and two disqualifications. It mentions a committee or authority concluding proceedings yesterday and references parties named Went Aint nnithite Tuet Chulsten Huis Tite Lee and entities tied to the case. A decision power to address dives and practices is described with a focus on Tuesday next.
Sunday church services listed with times across several denominations. Holy Communion, Morning Prayer, and Evening Worship are noted, with special thanksgiving for victors. Clergy names and street locations mentioned, daily worship times vary by church.
The Ttremler, translated as Wine, declared yesterday an action by the Agentenorul for Western Mustrafia in Lamban. The statement indicated a notable event affecting regional affairs with immediate implications for local leadership and potential international ties.
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