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Newspaper
Geraldton Guardian
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Mar 17, 1949
Page
2
An advertising blurb urges daily use of a product called R U R in hot water to “clear the system.” It promotes a 27 packet offer, mentioning a supplier in Geraldton and urging readers to obtain the item today.
Nomination papers for the Day Dawn Ward Reedy Ward Tucker etc open on April 2 and close at noon. Nominations require a deposit and must be sealed and delivered to the Returning Officer W L Morris by the specified date. Dated March 8, 1940.
Arthur Cant died March 1949 at St John of God Hospital Geraldton aged 70 beloved husband of Bridget father of Is Vat Tons and Beete grandfather of sixteen and a friend of Thelin.
The Geraldton Guardian discusses the decline of the Northern District Development Committee and the rise of regional bodies in the South West. It praises local government and public bodies for researching and proposing reforms, noting ministers should inform the public of progress and inviting input on northern area development strategies. It highlights past inquiries into coal, railway administration, and regional planning, urging action over debate to unleash northern resources and industrial growth.
The text argues for reviving the Chamber of Commerce led Northern District Development Committee to promote regional growth. It highlights risks from overseas market swings in wheat and wool and stresses long investment by local residents to diversify industry. The piece calls for a formal body to represent the district and coordinate advancement efforts.
Geraldton police report many registered firearms licenses due for renewal on January 1 have not been renewed. Owners who have neglect ed renewal are urged to act immediately to avoid seizure. Other local items include a matinee at the Radio Theatre and plans for carcase competitions by the Australian Meat Board in 1949, plus a Geraldton court fine for bicycle lamp violations and a talk on telephone facilities for Dartmoor settlers. The death of Mr Arthur Cant is noted with funeral details.
A southbound Anson plane of MacHobertson Miller Aviation was delayed en route to Certh via Geraldton and detained at Mort Hodland amid unspecified disruptions. The flight will resume tomorrow as weather and logistics are checked. Temperature readings in Geraldton showed a hot spell with highs around 46.8 degrees and lows near 28.0, with easterly winds returning.
Mr D King of Union Bank transfers to York next week. I A Trigwell of Perth to succeed him in Geraldton. Neptume Oil’s C Blakeway briefed. J W Tart replaces him at Geraldton Hotel. Mr K J Bedford of Mundaring dies in Perth aged 68. Late Medford WWI recipient of Military Medal, buried at Kurrakaria Anglican Cemetery. Ay Fordham of Neptune Oil visits Geraldton with D A Seamer. Stambler, a technical officer, joins from Shepheard’s Hotel for week-long stay.
Judge Drocquer ordered J. H. Lyons and Company to pay £482 10s damages to P. H. Ross after Ross was ejected from a Lyons restaurant over a dispute regarding meal components. Lyons argued the eviction was justified due to quarrelsome conduct.
The Fire Brigades Football Club held its annual meeting last week to review season progress. Retiring president Mr JCB reported a satisfactory year with strong finances and growing team numbers. Officers elected included President A G Waller, Secretary T A Itbeon, delegates Hanlon and Walden, and proxy O Malley. New players attended and expressed optimism for fielding stronger teams next season.
The Railwar Football Club convened at the Railwar Hotel on Tuesday night with strong attendance. The annual report praised a highly successful season. Patron was Mr J T Logue, with H Mounier as vice president, J B Murnyon as secretary, W Crom as treasurer, delegates H Mounier and W Crom, proxy G ME Jansson.
In a crowded meeting at the Great Northern Hotel, rover club officials discussed inviting service club members and potential stock purchases for additional badges. Attendance surpassed prior comparisons to the local ball club’s audience, with interest not yet settled.
Geraldton shoppers flocked to Mac's Motors Pty Ltd to view the new 1919 Ford V-8 Custom Sedan with about 1,500 visitors calling at the showroom and many taking test drives. Reported features include a smooth ride, strong road-holding, easy steering, redesigned interior space, generous seating, and refined instrumentation in a modern “living room on wheels” concept.
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