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Newspaper
Geraldton Guardian
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Aug 12, 1948
Page
4
Market notes show varied cattle quality and prices with good to excellent weights. Notable ranges include good weights near £30 and £17 to £21 for medium weight cattle, light weight around £10 to £14, with several entries detailing condition and grades.
Market notes on sheep and cattle prices with bid ranges for heavyweight medium and light weights. Lists include bids for ewes, wethers, and lamb quality as well as specific pounds per head and yarding details typical of livestock sale reports.
The August sun schedule shows daily rise and set times with variations by location. Data highlights include the last quarter moon phase and notes on mean and average times, reflecting typical seasonal changes and twilight shifts for observers and planners.
A special council meeting on Thursday examined the future of the Ocean Outfall Drain near the railway jetty. Officials debated pipe location, potential reverse flow, and the need for independent engineering surveys to assess coastal discharge impacts and beach pollution mitigation.
The discussion centered on a proposed land scheme with support from government. Dr Elson and Dr Shepheard offered observations on past overruns and conditions. Mayor noted funding could exceed local resources and suggested government involvement. Leishman urged council consideration while a severance engineer would handle engineering aspects. The motion was carried.
Secretaries announce a September to October rifle shooting season with statewide club trials and a Royal Show finale. Prizes total 158 including The King's Hated Apews, with catering by a clay caterer and rail-forward warrants. Officials oversee range, targets, parking, and event logistics.
A historic note reports a remedy named Sure Mellel claimed to soothe coughs and named Woods as a supporter or distributor. The brief item presents this as a marketed peppermint cure with local endorsement.
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