15 Jul 1944
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Newspaper
Healesville Guardian
Location
Healesville, Victoria, Australia
Date
Jul 15, 1944
Page
1
A letter lauds Dr Dawborn for starting the movement that funded sanctuary efforts and opposed hydroelectric schemes. It questions Graceburn water projections, notes a deputy delegation sought 1 million gallons daily, and warns about spending on water projects versus returns.
The readable text shows garbled phrases about strength in strife and armor but lacks coherent event or names. It appears as poetry or a damaged page fragment with no clear date place or participants to anchor a full news-style summary.
The judge comments praise Miss Mary Loveday for a winning essay on road transport benefits for Healesville and district. The piece argues motor services would boost tourism, population, and convenient travel to Melbourne, urging residents and visitors to support restoring road passenger service.
Healesville C W A enrolled twelve new members at the Presbyterian Hall. The resignation of secretary Adele A Andrew was noted as she takes other duties, and Mrs Mullett was welcomed as acting secretary. The president reported on the Melbourne poet conference and a delegate competition with a prize announced.
T Shaw Logans at Melbourne pig market report better values across classes, stronger competition, and rising prices for baconers and store pigs. Drafters and baconers saw notable top prices, with buyers like J Cobain and Colin Scott achieving high figures. market notes mention weather, demand, and steady calf sales while highlighting strong baconer activity.
The town's Memorial Hall announces a busy slate of cinema for July and August. Highlights include Corvette K225, Always a Bridesmaid, They All Kissed the Bride, Seventh Victim, Tarzan Triumphs, Rhythm on the River, and Coastal Command plus other Universal and Cinesound News features. multiple dates and venues noted with film pairings.
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