13 Apr 1950
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Newspaper
Portland Guardian
Location
Portland, Victoria, Australia
Date
Apr 13, 1950
Page
1
An old advertisement for a floral business notes attention to wreaths and wedding bouquets with a phone line marked as bad, indicating unavailable or faulty contact. The brief text suggests a local florist offering wedding event decor services and floristry.
Cape Nelson’s history and lighthouse are recounted with focus on its discovery, naming changes, and early exploration. The piece traces navigational reports from 1802 to Major Mitchell, details about the 1880s lighthouse debate and Bridgewater Act, and notes on the area’s later developments including the radar station and tours potential.
The Portland Citizens' Band presented a programme at Free Library Hall with performances in the afternoon and evening. President Cr LW Tulloh apologized for the absence of key players, noted rain earlier in the day, and welcomed visitors from Natfracoorte whose visit boosted the event. The conductor praised local support and promised the Port Jana lads a return visit, as the audience enjoyed the intermingling of genres and the community spirit.
Royal Automobile Club of Victoria Portland Centre announces motorist services and a special motor car insurance policy for country members. Contact Leslie W. Tulloh, Hon. Secretary, for details. Also includes sale days and consignments by Dalgety and Company Limited with pickup points in North Portland and Meywood on April 1st, 1960.
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