07 Nov 1940
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Newspaper
Geraldton Guardian And Express
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Nov 07, 1940
Page
1
A fragmented report describes a darts tournament hosted by parents and hotel players. Notable names include JG Toners and A Witwer with several match results and participants listed, referencing teams, venues, and a hotel setting.
Early returns show K P Roosevelt Democrat ahead in many states with a strong lead in electoral votes, indicating a clear path to a third term. Wendell Willkie trails as Roosevelt gains nationwide momentum and signals new executive aims.
The article urges every Australian to join a nationwide savings army to fund the war via war savings certificates. It explains certificates grow in value, can be cashed after twelve months, and encourages forming local groups to push the campaign in shops, factories, clubs, and communities.
Teams from Shamrock and Geraldtva Hotels clashed on Tuesday night with Shamrock taking singles honours. Geraldtva Hotel dominated the team events to win by 46 points, with players including Jones Pilati and Watson contributing in close contests and several drawn matches.
Agricultural guidance urges farmers to inspect flocks for lice and parasitic mites, apply approved dips or solutions, and follow veterinarian directions. Emphasis is on preventing skin irritation, wool damage, and loss from infestations, with timing tied to dipping and treatment cycles.
The text reflects a speculative view of American policy and potential actions in wartime, including increased warplane production for Britain, the possible occupation of Western Hemisphere French territories, and acceptance of Singapore Base as a future American stronghold. The tone hints at a hasty, uncertain projection of U.S. roles.
November 7 Perth report shows a legislative assembly session where Jehovah's Witnesses were denounced as undermining the Empire's war effort and accused of being fifth columnists. The speaker urged Federal government action to curb the group and end its operations.
The Avatratian Wheat Beart lists Avnetrath cornaucks at 10/4 per doen with tails Fremantle. This price does not apply to forward deals or later sales as advertised by Hawrd.
The Minister for Agriculture announces the seed exchange system for pedigree wheat oats and barley from research stations will operate again this season. Farmers may swap farm grade wheat for pedigree seed or pay cash per bag with freight included, as varieties such as Baroota Wonder Renubhin Carrabin Comeback Ford and Gluyas Early Algerian Burt's Early Atlas and Pryor are listed for wheat oats and barley. Applicants must provide full name and postal address and direct their applications to the Department of Agriculture in Perth.
Women in Wisconsin welcome the news that the world famous Charmosan Tace powder is newly obtainable in a wall size at one third per box and the shade 1/3 and 2/6 with shade. A new shade named Poche has been added. Free sample offered by Blick & Company and Clement Black & Company.
Readers are advised to never sleep without a three minute Char meen cold massage to cleanse makeup and dust from pores. The massage purportedly leaves skin supple and smooth and is presented as a nightly skincare ritual.
Solid throughout by chemists drapers and stores including all chain stores with the Charmosan cold cream sold in jars two to one and tubes one shilling.
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