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Newspaper
Geraldton Guardian
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Sep 01, 1949
Page
2
A Perth Western Australian notice invites bids on Merino sheep from Bangaree and Koonoona bloodlines. Entries include ewes and rams aged from 2 to 14 years, with quantities and July August joinings. Terms by Elder Smith & Co. Limited for Perth Geraldton Mullewa sites.
J Thomas Martin Fitzgerald of Golden Gleam Flah Processing Coy Pty Ltd Geraldton applies to Geraldton Local Health Authority for a license to ply an offensive trade treating crayfish and fish offal and shark liver oil on Tot No 136 at the western end of Augustus Street Geraldton Notice signed by M Fitzgerald Geraldton 20 8 40.
Tenders will be received by the Minister for Public Works at the Barracks Perth until 2 30 pm on September 20 1949 for repairs and renovations at Public Works Depart ment Perth and Geraldton. The lowest tender may not be accepted. W Williams Under Secretary for Works.
Crothers and Sons of Northampton Western Australia acknowledge no further proceedings over bottle handling. They undertake to refrain from action in the future and permit the company to advertise this undertaking in The West Australian. Dated 23 August 190. Signed T P Crothers & Sons J F Crothers Storekeepers Northampton. Witness J A Inglis. Hardwick Slattery Gibson Perth solicitors for the company.
In the Supreme Court of Western Australia in the matter of the Will of Robert Hudson deceased late of Mount Magnet Western Australia prospector. Claims against the deceased to be filed before 2 October 1949. Dated 30 August 1940 Frank Ackland solicitor for the executor Padbury Buildings Perth Porrest Place.
Geraldian Guardian notes next Saturday’s Mullewn show ushers in a string of events across prosperous northern centres. The piece praises late generous rainfall, rural appeal of agricultural shows, and the role of country audiences in supporting entertainment. It highlights farming, pastoral communities, expert judges, and the link between farming wealth and mining industry, foretelling a bright agricultural future with wheat and wool as key indicators.
The text praises steady progress in the northern districts through land pursuits and new farming methods. It notes expert visits from the Department of Agriculture, annual shows that unite producers, and the pride and confidence built by agricultural displays. It also references Commonwealth loan investments shaping the district’s future as wartime scar tissue fades.
Local notices announce there will be no matinee at the Nadie Theatre next Saturday. The latest instalment of the current serial Who's Guilty will be shown next Thursday and Friday nights.
At the Geraldton Wortress and Toorkst Amweclathin belt meeting last Tuesday plans were approved to donate garden seats to the Victoria District Hospital for the lawns in front of the institution. The seats aim to comfort patients, staff, and the public, funded by a garden party at the Victoria District Hospital grounds on Friday afternoon with stalls, afternoon tea, and soft drinks. Charlie Jomph, thirteen, was shot at the Tardon School and operated on at St John of God Hospital. his condition remained critical though showing slight improvement. Police reported the incident and were seeking to contact the boy’s parents, with indications the gun may have been unloaded when a file exploded accidentally.
Geraldton Women's Hockey Association announces further matches next Saturday at Queen's Park. A and R grade clashes pit Cardinals against Imperiala with A grade at 3.45 pm and R grade at 2.20 pm. Players listed include Cant Major Smith and Edwards among Cardinals and Grigsby Carlin Lindon Jenkins Street Sykes Hutchinson for Imperiala with Jansen and Smith in Cardinals emergency.
British housewives voicing sharp views on a milk shortage cause shock among milk roundsmen. In Cheshire yesterday, tension rose as conflicts over allocations of milk arose, with tensions reported between housewives and dairy workers over demand and supply.
Rainfall across the northern districts in the past twenty four hours brings relief to crops and feed, with over an inch recorded in several centers. Towns report heavy showers and intermittent rain through the night, aiding prospects for an excellent harvest. Standings include Mullewa 383 points and Morawa 106, among others, with ongoing showers noted.
J Currie, manager of the Municipal Gas and Electricity Department, announced rationing would end with continuous service resuming almost immediately. A 50 ton coal consign ment is arriving for the local gas works, enabling the change. Gas will be cut off at 7 pm tonight, with continuous service starting at 5 am tomorrow.
The Greenough Anglican Parish holds Holy Communion at 11 a.m. and Evensong at 5:30 p.m. at Greenough. Walkaway service at Greenough Methodist Circuit 11 a.m. Morning Worship at Dongara 8 p.m. Greenough afternoon service led by Rev. T. L. Nicholls. Northampton Methodist Circuit lists Isseka 11 a.m. Morning Worship Teeka 3 p.m. Naraling 7:30 p.m. Divine Worship at Northampton led by Rev. F. C. Suspson.
A historical advertisement showcases Woods claim to prevent influenza using peppermint cure. It markets a remedy marketed to bolster immunity and ward off the flu season with asserted health benefits and endorsements. The ad emphasizes ease of use and domestic convenience.
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