Try 7 days of FREE access to billions of articles

Start Free Trial

Geraldton Guardian in Geraldton, Western Australia

We have pages in Western Australia

View this page and access billions of articles with a 7-day free trial.

Start Free Trial

This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!

Start Free Trial

Cancel anytime, risk free

Not what you were looking for? Search our billions of articles

Advanced Search

Articles on This Page

This newspaper page contains 16 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.

Newspaper

Geraldton Guardian

Location

Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia

Date

Oct 20, 1949

Page

5

Alleged Abduction From Factory Reported in Methourne

An alleged kidnapping is reported at a Brooklyn factory involving a porter and several men. Police say a worker was forcibly taken from the site while others fled, as authorities investigate the incident and search for suspects.

Methourne Psporter Brooklyn Hervus Patie Methoninie Deane Ebera Tr Brothers Willa Flerbot Riv Tafarioest

Sheep Musterer's Plight in Kalgoorlie and Far South

A report from Kalgoorlie describes a sheep muster worker injuring his toe during field work near the Nullabor region. He was later found by a companion sitting on the ground with a pocket knife, and he tended his own wounds before transport for care.

Kalgoorlie Wis Wien Chen Hia Tee Lee Anne

Wool Handling Problems Unveiled in Major Inquiry

An official report announces a wide ranging investigation into wool handling issues. The minister for War Reconstruction outlines aims to develop new techniques and equipment for shearing sheds. The goal includes testing stations and economic methods to revive the wool industry with focus on improvements for workers and productivity.

D.s. Died- Tuan Tani Ttn

Miner D Joint Coal Board Critics Views

Canberra reports criticism of politician’s stance on miner amenities and enforcement. Official notes that authorities speed up penalties for alcohol offences aboard ships while discussions focus on welfare facilities for workers. Concerns about company obligations and potential fines are noted amid questions of compliance and enforcement.

Joint Coal Board

Robbery at New York Restaurant Shock and Loss

A robbery occurred at a New York restaurant on October 1. Thieves restrained a staffer while stealing about 1,100 dollars. Police were alerted as workers and patrons observed the suspects flee. Witnesses described a tense scene and the cashier and owner reported the loss. Police investigate suspects and seek information.

New York Ene Thief Square Fae Alan

Eastern States Racing Meeting at Moonee Valley

The Moonee Valley meet features a two year old five furlongs heat for St. St. Means Stakes with entries including Taujan G KE Metile Kind Guide S 0 Bilek Chick Win Ways Prine Chit Brines Buys Dips Hy Ohnnen and Filently. Starting times shown for Perth are 11 am 1.40 12.20 pm 1.5 1.45 2.25 3.5.

Prine Brines Hy. Ohnnen Bans Chamber & Eharee Hetfestinen Lanndlighaw Mooner Valley Lansome Sim Lytle Proctor Kean Moses Ceontden Miglatto Laos Dundonald Poghiost Law F. Cecily - Ia Tome Tas Derrymore Nigeria

Afteen-months airlife cost revealed in House of Commons

October 20 Similon reports the Afteen-months airlife cost for Brelaln alone is £10,200, stated by Under-Secretary Mashew in the House of Commons. Operational expenses reach 252,540,000 Modlara, about £12.5 million, with notes that Army amnesty, repairs, and fuel are not yet included in the tally.

Similon Herlin

Victorian defendant fined for paltry value item purchase

Melbourne October 20 A fuel merchant was fined seven pounds two shillings for buying paltry fuel without proper authorization. Evidence showed Alan Basil Cowen paid up to ten pence per tench more than the fixed price for red-gum. In darts, the Freemasons Hotel team defeated Victoria Hotel No. 2 to win the premiership shield for the third time, securing permanent title retention.

Melbourne Defees Commission Victoria Alan Basil Cowen Geraldton Parts Association Freemasons Hotel Victoria Hotel No. 2 Freemasons Lat Nixit T. *. Higgins M. Crumins A. 4. Web Abratiant Atlan Wed Coloma Jatinson

Pioneer Jeb M. Lane Dies in Geraldton District

Jeb Matthew Lane a longtime resident and respected pioneer of the district died last Thursday at about twenty six. He farmed near Moonsomoka and Narn guiltaml, served on local committees and was active in the Creepened Hout Heard for twenty years. Survived by ten children, including Kevin and Rohu Bone who served in New Guinea and Tarakan. Funeral held at Anz cab Comore with Greenough rector officiating. mortuary by Aidan Pinter.

Jeb Matthew Lane von Ville Brootenal Xentieman Hirvenmyls Jett Tootenal Aimee McCilines Aly Mira J. McGuimmess Hes Me. Bane Jong al Geraldton Renn Bern Eee AI Beates Dix Grenough Geralten Rootenal Hall Moonsomoka Kate Mr. Bone Merare Kevin Bone Rohu Bone New Guinea Tarakan Cikarra Greenough Mer. BR. W. Laurie

District Stock Markets Off-Shears Sale at Mingenew

District stock markets report an off-shears sale at Mingenew with active demand and prices near recent rates. Buyers were present and prices reflected good forward demand with varied condition classes across sheep and well suited for mature fat and store categories.

Mingenew

Sheep Sale at Namgulu Report Amid High Demand and Mixed Quality

A Namgulu sale report shows strong demand for wethers with a large turnout of 1468 sheep, including Merino ewes and lambs. Prices varied by quality and age, with good woolled ewes commanding interest while average types drew limited enquiry. notable values include Merino rams and lambs, and mixed age groups bringing 26 to 45 shillings per head.

Emaller Apel Espaed Ander Eider, Sudth & Company Limited Naragwlu Gilkowliise Mérina Merina Crosa N. Witton Highgate Hal Routh

Death of Arthur Izard of Ogilvie at 73

Arthur Izard of Ogilvie aged 73 died after a eye surgery at Subiaco Hospital Perth. He was born in Victoria and lived in Western Australia since youth, later settling at Ogilvie as Gleneva. Survived by widow and two sons Megifard and Drodie Tard. He served local roads board and Northampton District Agricultural Hockery involvement. Funeral planned at Northampton Anglican Cemetery Friday.

Arthur Ixged Ogilvie St. John of Kent Howphal Subiaco Perth Attepillur Royal Rhow Ani Lear Wan Baretta Victoria Ible Katana Merredig Westerns Australia Smd Megifard Ixard Northampton Drodiey Tard Club Teanarrow

Unclear Market Drive Reported in Dollar Markets London

Fragmented OCR text describes sales in dollar markets in London during October and mentions British government measures. It references Andivimat manufacturers, credit deferment, and a corps of handpicked specialists, with vague notes on exporters and a new schedule announced by a department linked to Parliament.

London Andivimat Dolar Gonran Fin Ina Anlehe Heuer ‘Onilens Taniedlet Echediie Esports Iimarantee Parliamat Eiherintea Wuarker Resource Wivemixbag

Perth Legary Appeal Seeks 10000 Pound October Support

An appeal to aid war orphans named the Perth Legary aims to raise £10,000 during October. The campaign, opened at the office of Geraldton Newspapers Limited, invites further contributions from town and country residents and acknowledges all gifts through official channels.

Linster Perth

Street Appeal to Aid Geraldton Children Friday

Local appeal planned in Geraldton tomorrow Friday to collect street donations. A large gathering of women and schoolchildren expected to assist, with organizers hoping the funds will aid winter needs and community efforts.

Geraldton Norrow Humber

Designer Foresees New American Themes in 25 Years

A Chicago designer predicts a shift in American style over the next quarter century. He expects merging themes from past decades with modern materials and media, including textiles, graphics, and evolving home electronics shaping everyday life.

Chicago Cheesa Om Yollers Bart Cnanatins Cadiacins

Also Mentioned on This Page

Man Canberra Aecrd Aeenillorey Lohaeb Sydney Xaid Bnaed Hurdrocomx Tx Eastern States Racing Moonee Valley U.S.A John Matthew Bone District Stock Markets Namgulu Gannual Forelzi Weluck LA Mertong Will Hee Tel Ian Olereber Altona Jeane Carters Crurtinhy Bags Pratt Black Norton Geraldion Newspanel Ited Geeaddion Vltuliedie Linitea,orateton Teruianis Porte Department of Young Motors Wty. Liv Geraliton Met and Hoss Inokneine Welork Lawams Stulié Ballinota Dancin Druids Geraldion Jemma Tone Moors Pty, Ltd Calted Motors Stever Hive Bill Wert The Bible Society Stairway Institute Hut Point Convent Francis Street Mt Sale — Tie Pontive Astor Delicatesmen Marine Terrace Verulittou Mt Bale Caron ‘Terrace Gera Sal — Lelc Talerewadluich Prancis Stepet Goratun Rome Lester Avenue Vernidton Particuture Mews Street Tantic Meters Pry Lud Hesplaur Vauxhall Parvin Dequirment Lith Gorn Tetton Cam Demessinn Hatley Patricia Mats Marine Terrace Victoria Hotel Radio Motors Py Tller Bill Elliott TM Marine Terrace Hines Acon Kinnel Bnew Pains Aturoinmn Ail Kynniel Kortlin Roosters Coulsners Gel Tanus Eleotric Rettles Arthur Izard Whetter Laree Geraldun Lintitel Ani A. AL Waller Graur Sewell C ' Idios Newspapers Ltd J. Jémeron Dee A. Leister Alan Iy Ti. Leishman Oh J. Northover L. J. Chupa W. Vo Sewell Kille Tommees Kans Walter Pidgeon Deloram Kerr Angela Lansbury Uawer Ak Gossly Abstralian Review Johnny Weissmuller Brenda Ote B.f’s Barbara Stanwyk van Beplin Charles Coe Utp Universal Payne John Loder Nancy Kelly Janet Martin William Wright Jaclum Chl Company BT Ctd Gammel i Ast Abia AIR SE Macrobertson-Miller Aviation CO. Ltd Geraldton Arente Moss Mongtay Atricia Hits Sisles New Spring Huntin Makuts Sverring Miller Proshyturhiy Seta Uta TSE Uyersjnn Frrowes Tersyehy Uly Sith Yeas Motors Ighte Geralibun Tumburger Bar Intelligent Lad Radiy Motors Pty. Ltd Vanted Senior Gut Frilays Astor Delicatessen Vwestarlla Progress Association PD. Masten Tues Mest Etalon Wessers of Tures Arien Rundle Blunden Ko Khoher Netty Munvly Ble Davies Ie McNawak W. Wight Ainst Totter Otis
Search Courier

Search the Geraldton Guardian Today with a Free Trial

We want people to find what they are looking for at NewspaperArchive. We are confident that we have the newspapers that will increase the value of your family history or other historical research. With our 7-day free trial, you can view the documents you find for free.

Not Finding What You Were Looking for on This Page of The Geraldton Guardian?

People find the most success using advanced search. Try plugging in keywords, names, dates, and locations, and get matched with results from the entire collection of newspapers at NewspaperArchive!

Looking Courier

Browse Newspapers

You can also successfully find newspapers by these browse options. Explore our archives on your own!

By Location

By Location

Browse by location and discover newspapers from all across the world.

Browse by Location
By Date

By Date

Browse by date and find publications for a specific day or era.

Browse by Date
By Publication

By Publication

Browse old newspaper publications to find specific newspapers.

Browse by Publication