Special study by Sir Ronald Munro Ferguson on Australian forest products
Guardian reports Sir Ronald Munro Ferguson, Governor-General of Australia, has conducted a focused study on forestry in Australia native to Scotland. His remarks emphasize the public interest and regional importance to residents during his visit and the opening of a timber exhibition at the Technologie Museum in Sydney. The tone reflects a formal address and a call for attention to forestry developments.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ronald Munro-Ferguson
Australia
Forestey
Scotand
Mater
Tondtinn
Autralia
Chertog
York
Ead Merrell
Pivdatt
Jhege
Hein
Australia Forest Policy Urged to Save Timber Stock
The text warns of looming timber shortages due to past overexploitation and urges national action. It complains about ineffective forest management and calls for a new approach, including reviving Arbor Day and promoting community involvement to conserve timber resources for the future.
Arbor Day Campaign Urges Town to Plant Trees
Geraldton readers urged a practical Arbor Day plan to convert available ground for tree planting. Officials should lead a popular drive to engage elders and youths, making Arbor Day a shared community event rather than a school activity.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Geraldton
Morrow
Arbor Day
Norham and District Notices and Weddings Update
Local ARC General reports a parliamentary reassembly delay to around July 2. A Geraldton presentation highlighted Miss Rata Andrews and Mr B Crabbe's engagement with guests praising the couple and gifts. Church of England Whit Sunday services are planned with vestry and committee meetings announced. A Murchison Easter markets ad encourages neighbours to prepare for upcoming road gate closures and a busy legal period.
Winter Clothing Sale Promises Deep Reductions
A garbled ad copy touts warm winter garments at low prices. It mentions oil coats, waterproofs, knickerbockers, merino singlets, all wool trousers and shirts, flannel shirts, and various undergarments in multiple colors. Product quality implied as reliable, with emphasis on affordability for harsh weather.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fiewond
Harvard
Gallen
Lovet
Wesley Church Services and Chrysanthemum Show Farewell
The Wesley Church in Geraldton will be led by Rev J H Langdon with an anthem at each service tomorrow. A social will be held Tuesday evening to bid farewell to Mrs Wilson who departs for the Eastern States with her husband. Musical duties are by the choir. refreshments by the Ladies Guild. Mr J Johnston will preach at Diet Point tomorrow evening.
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Geraldton
Qudfellowe
Rata Andrews
B Crabbe
W George
Rute
A E Crannage
Miss Andrews
Mies
Drowa
Samyrtentia
Crabbe
Lappy
Mre Andrews
Church of England
Methodist Church
Wesley
J H Langdon
Mre Wilson
Ladies’ Guild
JB Langdon
Namgainst
Go-Mathrow
J Johnston
Diet Point
Forth High School Represented at Geraldton Session
The Geraldton Quarter Sessions bench saw strong representation from Forth High School with magistrates H E Ham mondey and S L Burges present. David Hepburn, noted contractor, underwent neck growth renewal surgery and is progressing well. Gist Battalion plans delayed Chapmans report suggested May home return, August arrival now expected. Mr and Mrs RD Reitee return from six months away due to Mr Bestae’s retirement care. health improving. Mrs Rae shows steady improvement after hospital stay though tender is still healing.
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Forth High School
Geraldton
HE Hammordey
L Burges
David Hepburs
J Chapman
Rgve
Auseplis
Mra RD Reitee
Gergidton
Bestae
Pesth
Sion
Quraia
Victoria District Turf Club Races Result Summary
Results from the Victoria district turf club show the First Class Plate won by Nunda Boy with 9.6, second class plate for Six Furlongs went to Wax Palm at 9.0, and Farmers Plate featured Lady Fuse ID with Urge at 20.0. Time recorded was 1 minute 45 seconds for the race.
Fitzroy Vendetta Recurs In Melbourne Shooting Night
A Melbourne report says renewed hostilities in the Fitzroy vendetta culminated Tuesday night with four gunmen firing on Ted Whiting at his Webb Street hotel. A carload of men sped away as police and a pursuing officer heard shots, a window shattered, and Whiting struck. The assailants fled toward Narrows and Gertrude Street at high speed as investigators sought witnesses.
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Melbourne
Ted Whiting
Hotal
Webb Breet
Fitzroy
Tom
Whiting
Dr Severs
Tulle
Twe Agaimg
Smother
Wessed
Matt Cele
Gertrude Stree
Rain ends drought as vast district reports heavy showers
General rains end a long dry spell across agricultural regions with reports of over an inch in many localities. Carmarvon records two inches with other towns noting rainfall and rising barometer. forecasts expect more showers and potential storms. Geraldton and surrounding areas log significant rainfall and wind readings, while Salvation Army services are scheduled for tomorrow in the Coastal city.
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Gal
Maters Mors
Murchison
Che
Carmarvon
Varga
Radsing
Une Glock
Wien
Geraldnon
Yume
Tenindewa
Greenough
Maynards
Welkaway
White Peak
Woogerra
Nabewsh
Northampton
Howstharrs
Three Springs
CeTuswah
Mullens
Mungoo
Wagga
Yanget
The
Weather Bureau
Carnarvon
Ion
Sharks Bay
Cue
Mt Magnet
Yalgoo
Meekatharra
Angenew
Sandstown
Geraldton
Rander
Public Works and Grants Discussed by Board Members
Board considers accounts totaling 310 163 Sd and licenses for several wards. A £230 Commonwealth grant for returned soldiers prompts debate on daily restrictions and camp equipment. Duncan Logue and Anderson are named delegates. Secretary praised for wartime efforts.
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Messrs Logue
Chaiman
C. la
Duncan
Cone
G. Anderson T. R
Cuneo
Central Ward
Noah Ward
East Ward
Public Works Department
Commonwealth
Duncan, Logue
Andersost
Seo Ferany
Albanys
Municipal Markets Prices for Produce and Livestock
A market report notes steady trade with saloppiers clearing waste and meat vendors fast. Seasonal vegetables begin to appear. eggs and butter remain in demand. Prices listed include beef and lamb by weight, fowls, roosters, turkeys, potatoes, onions, cabbage, carrots, lettuce, oranges, pears, and peppermint medicinal products.
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Frank Green & Co’s
BIG Store
E. C. Bartlett
United Inference Company
Geraldton Foundry
Biscamita
Jewell, Weymouth, & Howson, Ltd
Phelps Red Arch Streets
Australis
Kually
At F. AS Woodward
Ns Eraluton Ce
Union Cash Store
Wilson’s
Union Gash
Marina Terrace
A. R. Wilson
A. Waller
Gutcher
C. and
H. Locke
C. Stokes & Co
Marine Terrace
Orraluton
Puaare
Ria
Australian Mutual Provident Society
West Aumétrafisn
Corse
Wiitan Sraser
G. Groman
DERBY
Masao
Sums, Philp & Co, Ltd
Dintriat Mepreeatativer
D. Mertiplay
Howathares
Panera
Eorge Lester
Undertaker
MER
Luton Ani
Hungerford
Jie Mateon
Sal Heroes
Rina
Phil
Litton White
Exorab
End Beether
Albert Jols Gowkl
Theraldtan
Local Arc General
Trorogstign
Parkesent—F
Norham
Mavicipal Council
Anasto
Gil
Wallen Jerems
Andol
Nize
Rorton
P.G. Box
Fontrell
Peerpmed
Recree
Victoria District Turf Club
Fitzroy Vendetta
Salvation Army
Salvaton Army
McNeal
Municipal Markets
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