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Newspaper
Geraldton Guardian
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Dec 23, 1948
Page
5
Report states that former Japanese leaders Tojo and others were executed by hanging after military tribunals. The article notes Buddhist priests administered rites, with bodies to be cremated and ashes scattered as teams escorted the remains to Yokohama.
Fragmentary text describes a December scene in Tokio with seven condemned men. Mentions confinement, guards, and monitoring, including checks every fifteen minutes for respiration and circulation. Details are garbled and numerous words are incomprehensible.
A garbled OCR fragment discusses shock and bitterness toward Emperor Tokhn. It mentions December 23, disputed executions, and relief at outcomes. Phrases reflect personal feelings, disclaimers of responsibility, and a Japan context with an imperial figure referenced amid political tension.
London reports a large shipment of apples and pears from the state to Britain next year. Western Australia and Tasmania will supply most fruit to the British Food Ministry, with exports valued higher than prior years. Shipping costs challenge cargoes as exporters seek to push 9,000,000 units to market. Western Australia and Tasmania supply UK demand while South Australia aids Sweden with a separate large order.
The article notes potential harm to Dutch trade if the Security Council imposes sanctions on the Netherlands over wartime goods. It cites imports and exports including wheat hides metals and tobaccos valued in the millions, with mentions of figures and entities like United Nations Security Council and Ab. Philip Jessup. The piece frames a debate on justification for military actions and economic penalties amid postwar tensions.
At Geraldcon Municipal Chamber meeting the Gerathom Cycle Club proposed renting the recreation ground for one shilling per week to support cycling events. The petition would be reviewed after March 81st, marking the close of the track cycling season.
The Geraldton town council approved higher valuation figures following an audit by the Taxation Department, with an estimated net rate base of about £60,000 and an overall revenue plan to fund road, footpath, and drainage improvements. The plan contemplates loans for major works, preservation of essential services, and pending appeals that may alter the final figures for the coming year.
A council report discussed loan rate adjustments and tax changes to fund health and drainage projects. It noted estimated loan costs of £2700, a revised loan rate of 1d in the pound, and expected revenue to cover debt service, maintenance, and outfall works. The town clerk outlined that keeping the pound rate at 4 shillings with a 2d reduction in the loan rate could raise the general rate enough to offset costs, while other charges remained fixed.
Walkaway Race Club declares weights for New Year meeting at Walkaway. Greenougs Maiden Handicap five furlongs features Creat-10, Twilight-9 14, Mbe Gay-0, Uniques-9 10, Krome tot-10, Gay Warring-0, Gay Lord-10, te Grey-0 7, Ake Dandy-1, Geld Stream-9 7, Convair-10 1, Mock Lees-8 7. Walkaway Hack Race Prat Division includes Mule-11, Solfuriel-9 7, Sami Boy-110, Gothita-9 7, Rowlly-10 10, Triple Crown-9 7. Second Divisions list various weights. New Year Handicap One mile Gay Label-10 13, Bain Boy-9 7, Mulgine Gay Terry-9 7, Helen Oo Carabul-9 7, Mayo-10 0. Northern Hack Race First Division shows Gothita-9 7, Sewell-21 2, Triple Geowa-7, Sailfurial-7. Six furlongs Second Division includes Kanto-10, T Unique-9 10, Just omiber Wo Whyea-9, Bronze Idol-1, Muprtalene-7, Guy Fawkes-10 1, Pinocchia-5-9 7, Guy Worrier-21, Rock Lee-0 7. Geraldton Hack Race lists Sambo Boy-0, Tinperary-10 0, Tylor Park-0 7, Cauratul- -9 7, Mayo-922.
King attends pre Christmas meeting of the Privy Council at Buckingham Palace for the first time since ascent to the throne. Attendees include the Lord President, the Earl of Listowel, the Defence and Air ministers. Queen, royal family to attend divine service and Christening at the palace music room on Christmas morning. Weather outlook noted by Air Ministry experts. Last fleet members in Britain’s patron force in Japan arrived at Liverpool yesterday. All will be at home for Christmas.
Miscellaneous ads list parts and batteries from Perth distributor for Erskine Pontiac Rugby Austin Chevrolet and copper tubing, plus Sutch cloths and gift ideas. A Strand Cafe Xmas miner event offers prizes with winners and ticket numbers. A Geraldton nurse visit and a lost tyre notice are included with contact details.
Christmas masses for 1948 will be celebrated at Saint Francis Xavier Cathedral Parish including Midnight Mass on Christmas Eve and 7 am 9 am and 7:30 am services at various locations. The 9 am mass will be held at St Thomas’s, not Greenough, and Sunday masses follow the usual centres.
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