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Newspaper
Geraldton Guardian
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Oct 19, 1948
Page
2
A meeting of the committee invites interested persons to attend the funeral or meeting. The first race meeting of the season will take place at Northampton on Saturday December 11 1948. FT SWOTH Chairmen J J Payne Secretary.
A listings snippet from Geraldton Newspapers Limited highlights office supplies including blotting pads waste paper packets document train sponge rawls lever arch and flat files sourced from Geraldton. The notice emphasizes stock availability and supplier details for local businesses seeking archival and filing materials.
The Geraldton Guardian reports on Britain's postwar imperial strategy and Commonwealth cooperation, plus local Geraldton topics. It notes constitutional leaders, economic shifts, and the push toward closer international ties while detailing hospital capacity, railway charges, and municipal concerns in Geraldton.
A tale of a child performer and a trial in Geraldton Police Court is reported alongside a major power outage. The matinee includes a talent act by Elizalert Lay fir and a mention of The Jungle Street Obstruction. The Power House breakdown leaves western Denton without electricity, with Dyn. currents expected to be restored gradually over several days. Electric users urged to conserve to avoid further restrictions as works repair the system.
Geraldton and Perth scenes reveal social visits, business trips, and community announcements. Notables include Mr L Barker of The Shel Company visiting from Australia, Mrs O Herbert of Snowrlea, and Mr Wall’s Perth trip for a Liberal party meeting. The piece notes illness in the Cripps family and a long tenure in public service by Mr A M Callen.
A diver, 34, died after a serious plunge at the Three Mile Reservoir near Northampton. The accident occurred after a deep dive when the diver struck his head on a rock, suffering a fractured skull. He later died at Northampton hospital despite medical efforts. Police examined statements. coroner notified. no inquest planned pending further findings.
Stella Maris College hosted a Halloween event with a full program of entertainment and awards. Very Rev. O Connor presided and top honors went to Maloy as senior champion and Hin... for junior and other age groups. Emerald, Gold and Scarlet teams dominated relay events and yardage tallies across boys and girls divisions.
A distorted report discusses atomic energy secrecy and global efforts to build weapons. It mentions the Alveticans and cites concerns over overconfidence and the need for large scientific organizations to share research. The piece reflects wartime anxieties and competing nations in pursuit of atomic capability.
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