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Newspaper
Geraldton Guardian
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Jan 14, 1950
Page
2
Western Australian Turf Club announces a programme walkaway handicap for hacks three years old and up. Nominations close January 20 1960 with weights decided January 21. Jockeys require a permit, and winners may be re-handicapped. Geraldton Yacht Club holds a general meeting January 15 1960 at 8 30 pm.
A local public sale notice lists the date Thursday January 19 1950 at 2 pm with details readable in the fragment. The record preserves the event time and implied sale action without adding unseen items.
Public notice announces By law No ILA by the Geraldon Municipal Council to regulate the parking occupation and use of caravans and caps within the municipality. The by law outlines prohibited caravan placement and erection without current authority and lists special conditions available from council officers. It prescribes enforcement details and officer contacts for obtaining full details.
A schedule of property owners may be inspected at the office in Buel in Darlacher Street Geraldton during office hours 9 am to 5 pm. Arrears may be lodged up to February 21, 1950, and revision court will be held between February 21 and March 1, 1950. Field, Secretary, Geraldton.
Municipal notice from Geraldton authority stating that all motor vehicles must renew within a specified period in December. Failure to renew within the allowed days will result in registration records and enforcement actions. Owner details reference R. W. Cartel, Town Creek.
Notice states the Aunts Meeting of Ratepayers for the Municipality of Geraldton will be held in the Corweil Chambers Geraldton on Tuesday January 31st at AM.
Forecast warns of heat wave conditions with high temperatures and gusty winds. Fatal mining accident at Big Tell claims two workers, bodies recovered. underground work halted. Goldfields win Country Week Junior cricket, Northam-Wongan-Tallida close pursuit. Narngala sales report shows strong sheep demand, wide buyer attendance and high prices across several classes.
Mr and Mrs C Hellingsby of 10 Jose Street Geraldton announce the engagement of their daughter Margaret to Colin Thled sum of Me. The notice presents informal names and wording indicating a personal engagement announcement intended for publication.
Kath Witt dies at Victoria District Hospital beloved husband of Emma Augusta father of Doris and Ken and Ross brother of Bertha Phudlay obituary notes only fragments readable from the listing
In fond memory of Walter Wilton, late of Threw Springs, who passed away on January 1st. He is sadly missed by his wife, family, and grandchildren.
President Truman urged Congress to approve a budget heavy on foreign aid and defence while outlining plans for an International Trade Organisation charter and technical assistance for underdeveloped nations. He warned cuts would imperil progress and stressed continued aid to meet international obligations, with total expenditures near 90 billion dollars for the coming year.
A small Mingenew Tennis Club party visited Dongara on Sunday and defeated the home team by four sets. Men's doubles saw Tronside Payne and Burges Broad all win, while mixed and ladies events produced close results, with Dongara accumulating 14 sets to Mingenew 10.
Sydney reports the death of well known athlete William Terris a 30 year old boxer rugby figure found shot at his Wollongong home in early morning. A woman sustained serious injuries and remains in hospital. Police say the couple argued in the yard before a shot was fired ending Terris life.
The clipping lists coupon numbers with expiration dates in January and December. It notes various values and validity periods, including several coupons expiring on January 23 and others remaining valid into the new year. Names, places, and specific product references are partially garbled.
Local telegrams report Mr J Pepperell of Geral ton Butlins Company returning from Melbourne after a Blue North visit. Mrs Pat Cunningham and Mrs M Towson plan moves to Perth and Albany for hospital care and retirement. Mr J Higgins covers Geraldton police duties in Atin zenew while Constable Simpann is on holiday. Renowned stock manager Mr J E Gray retires after thirty years with Hitler Smith and Company. A birthday party at Marine Terrace honors elder daughter Colleen Cavanagh with many guests and hospital staff from Winnenks Mingarer Hospital attending.
A misread dispatch from New York reports Archbishop Tapia and other church leaders reacting to the expected release of Cardinal Mingazenty. The article notes fears among the primate and clergy about possible reprisals by Chinese authorities and the impact on Catholic communities.
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