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Newspaper

Geraldton Guardian

Location

Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia

Date

Jan 31, 1950

Page

3

Man’s Plight in Heat After Hurtin Road Smash

Perth today reports a serious accident near Wubin where Trevor Oliver, 10, of Northam, was injured when a refrigerator fell on him after a utility rolled over. He suffered pelvic and bladder injuries and was moved to Perth Hospital in a provisional danger list after the crash. His brother accompanied him as rescuers assisted bystanders.

Perth Wubin Tiwallini Distriet Trevor Oliver Northanus Wise Oliver Wat Kuyat Perth Hospital Wulin Wobin-Payne Findel Oliver Vernon Guthrie Tome Antor Cyele Aalenliowd Darwathinn Trevor Olivr Dalwatting

Cricketer Morris Declines Metro Seat Bid

Australian Test cricketer Arthur Morris, vice captain on the South Africa tour, reportedly declined an invitation to contest a Liberal seat in New South Wales elections. Liberal nominations closed today, with party secretary J. L. Garrick noting the offer was made privately and no formal nomination.

Sydney Arthur Morris Morris South Africa Liberal Party Nnu New South Wales J. L. Garrick Cal

Department to Install 281 Diesel-Driven Generators at Australian Airports

The Department of Civil Aviation will install 281 diesel driven electric power generators at airports across Australia at a cost of £478,000. The generators aim to provide reliable electricity to prevent breakdowns that endanger safe operations of all services. Currently some airports depend largely on local town power supplies.

Department of Civil Aviation Australia Alent

Infantile Paralysis Outbreak Near Quebec Labrador Border

An infantile paralysis outbreak near St Augustin on the Quebec Labrador border affects twenty children in a village. Two die and the rest are evacuated to MONTREAL as doctors rush to provide urgent care amid a snowstorm hindering travel. Dr Claire NewellSmith and staff travel to Saint Augustin for patient care, with weather delaying arrival and hindering access to the stricken area.

Montreal St Augustin Quebec Labrador BCA Montreat

Outpacing the Stork Belus Tix and New York Care

Fragmented text reports premature births and hospital strains in New York City. It mentions nurses, ambulances, and equipment with references to infants transported to city hospitals. The garbled source includes mentions of donors and a United Hospital Fund.

Sydney Amit

Riot clashes overwhelm Hong Kong tramway area

Riot squads were deployed as protests spiraled in Hong Kong. Police struggled to quell street fighting between tramway workers and demonstrators, with tear gas used and arrests reported as crowds dispersed after about thirty minutes. International observers noted heavy European police presence and widespread property damage.

Hong Kong Itis Eer Ceaniway Eure Tvekerd Turrow Street Rrway Tollee Beer Des Hotllings Gren Doltdings Amt

Stern Rebuff to Japs Shuts Council Doors in Boston

January 3 report from Boston notes the City Council barred fourteen Japanese visitors from a meeting after tours closed. Commelior James Coffey, WWI veteran, moved to bar the group saying they should not be educated to avoid fueling another war and their interest in atomic-age topics.

Toston Japanens Tet Parliament United States Malor Tours Commelior James Coffey

Bees Swarm Aboard Vessel In Port Waterfront

Beehive disturbance reported on a freighter near Walk Hay when a cloud of bees frightened waterside workers. Crew evacuated toward the bridge as the ship remained moored. no injuries or stings recorded.

Sydney Thorsauis Svorkers Port Hisbart Walk Hay Kau Wayk Sting

Birds and Their Migrations Through Lantern Light

The article discusses migratory birds and a dramatic decline in mortality due to a novel method involving building structures near lanterns. It notes birds perching densely on domes and lanterns, with the Trent Society for the Protection of Birds involved. It mentions theories on why birds migrate and observations from English, West African, and Indian sites. The piece highlights the mystery of bird migration and the potential ecological impact of human-made lanterns.

Drayen Ike Hellah World News Nike INNO Trayal Society For Tiv Lomion England Jonbney West Africa Ragland

Victoria District Turf Club Meeting at Utakarre Racecourse

A large crowd attended the Australia Day meeting at Utakarre Racecourse hosted by the Victoria District Turf Club. Shocking won the Tibruthlen Cup ridden by F Cameron, with Helen, Rosally, and Tipperary following in the running order. multiple incidents led to adjournments while officials reviewed interference claims.

Utakarre Victoria District Turf Club Biel Elder Coles Ftd Bren C. Ronan TL Mfn Bhe Hind Rae Sen Shocking F. Cameron L. W. Shepheard G. Sherlock Jesse of Shocklue R. Marsden Tealoo E. Cameron Smesers Atkin Bros Tibradden Station de. Muraden Hore Mr. P. Brown Hilt Tippernes Hele Flelen Rosally Tipperary Twaldle Helen Tip Derary Talen Carabul Bob Bruce Simrmey Curntall Wits Bolfurtel Gay Lord Agalnat Wan Barrier Rise Winder Dodger Gulp Rocklee Panto Jack Balkon Low Golfd Stream Crm Magdajens Gold Stream Valex Nardy Fronme Idol PM . Morrell Parnham Kosully Trilger A. Bateman

Racing card fragment with multiple stakes and placings

A partial race program from Northampton lists seven events with weights and contenders. Notable names include Balkan Low, Sobfiriel, Pante Suck, and Moonymoonooka Maiden. Place results reference second and third through sparse betting odds and times. extra text mentions a beauty parlor sting in Pennsylvania.

Fertongy Mr. C. Roman EH. Mufn A. Mall R. Hist Trix Kawardad Sardy Cameron Niekers L. Putman Nardy Opda Hoogalty Maitreat Gay ‘Brar St. Marsden Cuneron M. Carmiati Hampton J. Guigilardo Kress Bieien Moonyoonooka Cammoon Criddlie J. Criddie E Cr

Jolly Cosy Handicap at Western Australian Turf Club

The program lists multiple races at the WA Turf Club next Saturday including SUSARIAN HANDICAP for maidens under 4, MANNEQUIN HANDICAP for two-year-olds, MISTICO HANDICAP for top-weighted sprinters, and JOLLY COSY HANDICAP over six furlongs with divisions and entries such as Dawn Mee, Bil Kota, Glen Erin, and Prince Elite among others. Conditions show trial and weight specifics with various horse names and weights.

Tlw Prince Heo Andie Elgin Lady Patrol Premunova Glen Erin Prin. Tudor Prin. Cecilie Dick’s Idea of Nile Oiym Queen Ne. Fergus Denmth Irving Trin Dawn Mee Bil Kota Melado Balers Manx Les Gail Shah Bivemle Loon Serge F. of Dawi Nonteigh Bamsfey Murt Royal Ualted - Mim Lady Ronie Prince Elite Myth Ammmit T. Werner Pepys Juneue Ghormila Prin. Dainty Tark Oracle Marlee King Nin Gay Fern Boronia Jolly Jester Escorts Sunbreak Lyric Maid Home Front SIL Linteg Morn Patrol Vowl Loch Cape Helles Excelsin

Birthday Toasts And Tennis Visit At Ogilvie Club

Members of the Ogilvie club hosted St Francis Xavier's Ten nis Club of Geraldton to celebrate birthdays for Mr P P Chick of Ogilvie and Mr Nf Sint kia of Bina with a Ravenhe gathering. Guests enjoyed singing, piano, bridge and supper while neighborly exchange and friendly rivalry marked the visit, though concerns were raised about a recent beer party disturbance and fear of ignited cigarettes threatening local safety.

Ogilvie Houday St. Francis Xavier's Geraldton Vistors P. P. Chick Nf. Sintkia Bina Chick Focal

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