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Newspaper
Geraldton Guardian
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Aug 16, 1949
Page
2
Advertisement for bedstead and bedding stock offering tubular steel stretcher beds at 2/5 each, panel combination beds at 5/15, polished panel beds 7/7, Kapok beds in multiple sizes with prices, and new inner spring mattresses with prices and terms.
A fragmented ad lists various items including a Jarrah robe at £11 9s, a Fireside log at £96 6d, and oak ice chests around £11 10s. It mentions deposits of £3 7s/6d and weekly payments, with scattered references to safes and cots.
Notice to creditors for the estate of David Sidney Rooke formerly of Geraldton and late of 4 Margaret Street North Cottesiue Ver tio Inspector and Retired Civil Servant deceased testate. Creditors must send written claims to the Public Trustee at 4 St George's Terrace Werth by September 5 or be excluded from asset distribution. Dated August 3 10 J H Glynn Public Trustee.
An OCR fragment promotes a rheumatism remedy claiming help for rheumatism sciatica and neuritis. It urges buying a two packet supply and suggests how to use the product. Mentions a chapter name and appears as a period advertisement with unclear branding.
Application for transfer to the Licensing Court for the Gheenoough District J by Sobma KatHEen Izaed formerly Norma Kathleen Jackson. Includes dates in August 1040 and signatures, with family mentions and oblique notes of Geraldton.
The Council of Europe gathers in Strasbourg with ten Western European nations to discuss common problems and advance toward a united Europe. Leaders like Herriot and Churchill are cited as guiding figures while debates cover public works, trade, and political action amid a hopeful push for broader European cooperation.
An analysis notes that supporters favor a united Europe but doubt Western nations are ready for drastic changes. It suggests modest steps toward economic integration may precede broader federal grouping as Western Europe leans toward deeper cooperation.
A Geraldton combined A team beat Namion 12 7 70 to 1 7 13 in heavy rain at Geraldton recreation ground. Umpire C Yaksich officiated. The item lists other local notices including theatre, musical events, a by products factory visit, shipping movements, weather, and two police court cases with brief outcomes.
The Rev W Laurie of Greenough sails to attend the Anglican Synod in Perth. Mr T E Potter Anchorage Butchers chief engineer returns to Perth after visits to Geraldton. Mr A E Grant Yanget departs for Perth to attend Royal Agricultural Society Council meeting, with plans to return Thursday. Mr A Barna of Russellton Commerce Hotel holidaying in Geraldton begins journey north by car. Rev Brother C C O'Donnell Aquinas College principal returns to Hermilton, recuperating at the George Road College. Mrs D C Field and family return from Perth amid road board conferences. Mr G A Sutherland, Western Australian Government Railways promotes transfer to Nurrogin as district engineer with his wife and two children.
Geraldton cycling meet highlights the McCagh brothers. J McCagh wins Juvenile sprint. K McCagh takes fastest time as overall junior champion. In seniors, R McCard beats McKillop in a grueling 42 mile race amid strong gusts. McCagh seals victory with rising pace in final miles. Junior title goes to J Ashplant with fast time, edging G Fripp and E Grapes.
The wedding of Mrs Chris Hob ek CE conce iat of Northampton and Mr Alfred (ney) Webty took place at Holy Trinity Church Northampton on the 27th. The bride wore white velvet and tulle with a beaded bouquet while her sister and another sister served as bridesmaids in burgundy velvet. The best man and groomsmen included Mr Dea Warhom and Air Alex Rob. After the ceremony the bridal party visited Geralitina for portraits before returning for a reception at the King's Hall with about eighty guests. The couple planned a honeymoon trip to Feeth, leaving Northampton amid confetti and best wishes.
Forecast from Terth this afternoon predicts slowly arriving light showers. Moderate westerly winds will ease with slight mist.
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