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Newspaper
Geraldton Guardian And Express
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Jun 14, 1947
Page
2
A scrambled public notice announces a fundraising campaign linked to births marriages and deaths records. It mentions a meeting at Gerard Tawa Hall on Monday next and seeks support for a charitable line through a joined community event.
An obituary expresses gratitude from the Sions of the late Mrs Ianelia Fuudwth Shires for compassion received during the recent loss. They name relatives and friends who sent telegraphs letters and other condolences and acknowledge the support shown.
Reported Cabinet notes from the Atetiran State warn that private trade will resume only as a prelim step later this year. The Australian High Commissioner and the Secretary of State discuss the peacetime transition amid ongoing wartime controls and potential economic adjustments.
The page blends a weather forecast with general notices and a discussion of wool profits and distribution. It references showers, northwest winds, and regional conditions alongside a public report on wool production, profits, and local industry details.
A detailed listing of horses, riders, and odds across meetings with figures for starters, times, and dividends. Names include Tevaniles, Tailyllentonas, Suttion, and Buckingham Handicap contenders. Results highlight a winner and multiple placings with monetary payouts and fractions.
The text outlines the ball season opening at Geralion Town Hall with attendees including Mrs. McAteer and Mrs. Lagi, plus Mr. and Mrs. Anmlorsen among others. It notes a program of performances by a local orchestra and chorus led by Mayor, with a reference to women’s dances and a planned lineup of acts and committee roles.
A garbled social note lists names and events with scattered references to places and people. It mentions a PenideNE figure, a Dele PH GisiT, and a camino effort. The text hints at awards, a sea voyage, and Sussex references amid unclear dates and affiliations.
A fragmented reader text rearranges opinions and grievances across many topics. It references political figures, civic issues, and community concerns, with scattered phrases about votes, meetings, and public action. The garbled lines suggest a long, varied letter writing piece responding to local events and governance.
A garbled item notes a misunderstanding about houses at Geraldton. It claims seven homes were occupied while a seventh remained unoccupied on May 24, and a contractor Mey CoP Gibbins finished external work in six weeks per home, with final details unclear.
Readable fragments show district championship golf with names such as Wyars Hwan Merchant Hogle Harelay Skinners and Ke Pome aml Teenie. The text references March, May and September dates, plus locations and players including Calder Hastie Watt and Paeekens, indicating a summary of participants and scores from the event.
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