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Newspaper
Geraldton Guardian
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Apr 26, 1949
Page
2
Memorial note reveals a death on April 2 and mentions Vern, daughter-in-law Asmy, and family in a tender family notice seeking remembrance and comfort.
A Sydney statement by W G Walker of Australian Motorists Petroleum Co Ltd says a major world scale oil field may lie in the Exmouth Gulf area Western Australia. He cites four American geologists and two executives from the US as confirming favorable conditions, with Melling to commence drilling around late April.
About twenty members of the Gerakiton Christian Brothers College cadet detachment left to begin ten days of comminnon training at Swanbourne military camp. They will be followed on May 6 by the detachment from the Gerubitow Hiei Schow. Madinee Programms at the Hadlo Theatre feature Donald Conner and Olga San Jim in a riot of laughter and entertainment. New Goods for Geraldton from P. & J. at Post-Office Lane showcase floor coverings, carpets, and rugs with flexible payment plans and home furnishings, offering restated help to customers and delivery across the town.
Washington reports General MacArthur’s HQ in Japan sought information from the Soviet representative on the Allied Council for Japan about Japanese prisoners of war in Russian controlled territory. The lack of facts is cited as a grave concern, hindering surrender terms and the Potsdam Declaration. The letter accuses Russia of not providing a report and shows no evident effort to prepare one.
Rome reports rising enthusiasm for Princess Margaret as she arrives in Naples tomorrow night. Hundreds of police and carabinieri will guard the arrival at Capodichino airport while crowds gather to see the royal party step on Italian soil for the first time. Officials anticipate a warm welcome and traditional Italian cuisine including tomato mit mussels and vermicelli alle vondo.
Geraldton Sub Branch of the Returned Servicemen's League held a dinner at Birdwood House with a small turnout. President Dr A J Beaumont chaired, officials including Mayor Dr J McAleer and Rev K B Halley attended. speeches praised war service and stressed unity with allied groups.
Visitors expressed gratitude to the president for cooperation and to artist Mr Owen King who recited three monologues during the event. Dr Beaumont sent good wishes to Archibald and Mea Archi Twit as they prepare to leave Geraldton, urging members to join the committee for greater support in tackling duties. Speakers included Freeman, Anderson, Lance, and Green representing various services.
The Geraldton Motor Cycle Club held its first sports meeting at the Greenough River mouth on Sunday. Spectators flocked to the new course as riders competed in multiple events with several crashes reported but no serious injuries. Top finishers included J. Twycroas, J. Power, and K. Shepherd in various races.
Saturday last members of the Ger aldtom Rite Club competed in the first stage of the Skinner trophy fired over the 000 yards range. Conditions were generally good with wind and mirage causing little trouble. N. Glass and I. Vecchia earned seven shot possibles, marking skilled performances in the afterman's shooting.
The Geraldton National Football Association starts its 1949 season with Bath Ways and Rovers facing Imm oral teams in A and B grade premiership rounds. The Mayor will open the A Grade game at 3 pm Sunday, with Chapman & Jose shields awarded and league medals planned for fairest players. teams will also tour country centers, with matches proposed in Northampton and Three Springs, while local venue arrangements and gate access are debated.
Dre Mr. Smith sobered up Bowes and left Geraldton on Friday to seek a future home in the metropolitan area. He stayed at Shape Heard’s Hotel during the transition.
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