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Newspaper
Geraldton Guardian
Location
Geraldton, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Sep 18, 1948
Page
5
A garbled OCR style report from Sydney describes a horse show with jumps and riders including several named horses and handlers. It recounts events like a high fence display, a fall or stumble, and mentions spectator reactions and arrangements at the arena.
In September 1978 Britain’s Auxiliary Territorial Corps plans a recruitment push for the Territorial Army. Officials cite need for hundreds of fresh volunteers and announce recruiting centres across the country. Many former RAF air crew are applying to rejoin the service as the WAAP seeks to fill roles.
A writer critiques existing wool selling centers and a related campaign. The piece discusses concerns about the Wool selfing centres, the leadership of Mr Bewell Mah, and references to local officials Twas and Raikes. It mentions public notices and expert opinions, urging practical action and clarity in the ongoing discussion.
A fragmented report describes a fire brigade demonstration near a location called Mandell Haus Stasengede, with questions about costs and participant involvement. The text mentions a Parke area, Queens Bark, and other unclear names, reflecting a debate over funding and arrangements for the event.
A widow endures a grim loss as her husband dies at the funeral. The report notes mourners gathered early while local employers debated job retention. Witnesses recall a roadway collisionnear Newena and Mirek West Leethe, with misfortune framed by a contested legal path and ensuing calls for accountability.
A fragmented report outlines a cycling meet with numerous misread names and unclear results. Mentions Geraldton Norte Haris plauen DME and several riders with partial spellings, noting fast times and a 6 minute plus pace, but specifics remain obscured by OCR errors.
A party of thirty ornithologists traveled to the Murchivan River for the Northampton visit tied to the MMU TAT Bavidge Company. The group included Calon fill and Gerald Jush Sehwad Ley, plus Mr. Ke Sheard and Mr. J. G. Evans. They attended the Northampton event, then discussed natural history topics, with observations on birds and related exhibits.
Cotta advertises Woods' Peppermint Cure as a remedy for stubborn coughs claiming quick relief and easy use. The notice touts its popularity and urges readers to try the product for persistent throat irritation and lingering coughing fits.
Racing notes list numerous horses, owners, and handlers across a mixed program. Entries include Devin, Walton, James Meenchoe purse, Hatvity division, and various stakes listings with odds and placings. The dense card covers multiple divisions, jockeys, and winners with performance notes and payout details.
East Fremantle led by Bevan and Vesdatanade paced the Western Australian Football League semi final at Subiaco Oval. Fremantle trailed in first quarter but surged to a commanding 48 points after three quarters with Bevan contributing multiple goals and Fremantle maintaining a strong scoreline.
Fragmentary OCR text references Truman campaign actions in Washington with unclear dates and stray phrases about events, political focus, and locations. The readable portions indicate campaign activity labeled September 1 and mentions of speakers and gatherings, though many words are garbled.
Patt Specialists announce a meeting at Town Hall Friday September 24 for the Murte Department Young Motors business. The notice mentions a presentation by Kate Beye Cink and Shiaie Ballee Toye alongside a display of tomatoes and other goods. The call for enlisting agents and a framed rimpers is noted with price 2/0 per hacket.
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