11 Mar 1948
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Newspaper
Geraldton Guardian
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Mar 11, 1948
Page
1
Livestock yard at Midland Junction reports steady prices across cattle classes. Buyers showed steady demand for medium to heavy weight steers and cows with quality not reaching prior week highs. quotes range from about 7 to 32 shillings per pound for various weights and conditions, including good steers around the high teens and heavy cows in the low to mid tens.
Reported in March 1 dispatch from Queensland as authorities enforce a new picketing ban. Police and railway workers faced limited protests at Shell Depot and railway yards, with pickets moved quietly when arrested. The Commissioner of Railways noted trains were delayed in several districts as workers refused to operate, prompting widespread disruption.
Erratic bidding touched wethers and lambs at Millmd Junction as shorn stock faced lower prices and uneven demand. Weights ranged broadly with lighter lambs showing some firmness while heavier hoggets and mature wethers softened. Auctioneer notes indicated a cautious market but buyers remained active at the pens and silos as prices fluctuated.
Prime Minister Chifley confirmed in a late statement that clothes rationing will persist while cloth is scarce and essential cloth supplies remain tight. He noted earlier expectations for an end to rationing were complicated by the British financial situation.
A letter from SPORT LOVERS criticizes Ur. Shepheard and notes a costly demonstration at Queen's Park. It alleges misused funds by Cornett property and questions council use of the oval. The writer mentions ground conditions, proposed wall, and the importance of proper maintenance for the football ground.
Northern District Racing lists declared weights for Northampton Sports Club season finale at Nortian Shh Inst. First Division Baddera Handicap five furlongs with Melia Mondskin Mick Bell Stream Hopalong Majeatir Teter and other entrants. Second division confirms Oakabella Handicap and tied entries with varied weights and horse names such as Tamara Rey Narkareta Tusmit Royal Cunde and Mick Valencia Majext.
An upcoming program features "Plame of the West" and "Winderella Joma" with newsreel support and a star lineup including Deanna Durbin. The production promises Broadway style drama and a romantic arc centered on an author resisting exposure, followed by a tale of young love and social education.
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