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Newspaper
Portland Guardian
Location
Portland, Victoria, Australia
Date
Dec 08, 1941
Page
2
An auction notice from INNYS announces a sale at the Cort Bare Ranch amid odd phrasing. It references UTR 1 and a list of names or items tied to a teen-related farm event, with unclear dates and locations.
Laidlaw and Co Pty Ltd auctioneers stock station and general agents list branches in Melbourne Canterbury Ararat Wilbury Mucathur Portiapad and more. Fortnight sale offerings include various properties hotels ships and estate items across multiple towns with specifications and terms for bidding.
Portland notices reveal JON FENTON and associates as agents and valuers involved in a listings matter. References include Harold Whedder, known valuers, with entries tied to Falmer Street Portland and nearby Jennings Lane. Official timing and precise actions remain unclear from the fragment.
Ad offers a variety of used goods and furniture from a second hand shop. Listings include hardware, household items, tables, kitchenware, safe, chairs, and curios. Also notes tomato plants for sale and miscellaneous household inventory with locations near Chub ales and 198 Phorm.
Help wanted notice seeks two waitresses and one assistant or related role. Positions open with likely wage details and application instructions. Local business advertises immediate hiring for service staff.
The event promises music and comedy with a blend of performers and local personalities. Attendees can expect a lively program featuring varied acts, humor, and contemporary tunes, all set at a popular venue.
In Portland, anglers from the Portland Angling Club gathered for a busy session led by committee members. The agenda covered club activities, event planning, and future outings amid steady participation from members and local supporters.
Cortland District reaches terms with the Hato Growers Association as representatives from Cortland meet to discuss cooperative plans. The meeting notes emphasize shared goals, potential milestones, and continued collaboration between local growers and regional leaders.
An opening event at Hamilton and Western District College marks the official opening of the new building. Dignitaries including officials from the Department for Government Scholarships preside as attendees gather for the ceremony at 4 00 pm. The mayor will present a reception and tour of the new facilities at Portland street.
An obituary style fragment recalls the memory of Charlotte who passed on December 9 1089. The text mentions Linmertn by HG Eathads and a grandson, conveying family sorrow and tribute in a condensed memorial note.
A fragmented notice states Guardian Vonited held events at Portland on Mondays and Thursdays. It mentions a recurring evening phone number on Monday December 8, 041, but details are unclear and several parts appear garbled.
Fragmentary OCR text references individuals and places such as a town, a hospital, and betting notes. It mentions dates and events scattered across multiple entities but lacks coherent structure or complete facts to form a clear news item.
Fragmentary record from a Shire of Portland page shows discussion of a public meeting and impending votes. Mentions Hobart area names and possible candidates or issues, with unclear dates and places due to OCR corruption. Local officials referenced include meeting attendees and neighborhood concerns impacting planning and services.
The Diario Warden reports Debane and ALP workers meeting at Weal Cross House in dalla Berea to debate defending civil jnyouation against enemy ruitie. Judges Movers Edwards and Tyler preside as attendees are urged to participate and await further arrangements.
The Lord Mayor appeals for Russian relief funds with national and local support. The drive seeks contributions from Australians and details indicate coordination through officials including Mr W Crom, Benddent, and Mrs Cleary, secretary.
A lengthy fragment from the Dartmoor show details numerous entries and placings across many classes. Names such as Sullivan, McIntyre, O’Shaughnessy, and McPherson appear among participants and winners in hurdles, heavy delivery, and various fruit cake and pudding contests. The list records multiple horses, riders, and awards, indicating a bustling parish fair with diverse events and consolidating a rich ledger of local agricultural show results.
A long OCR fragment lists numerous names, items, and recipes under headings like FANCYWORK and various household goods. It mentions tomato sauce, preserves, soups, batters, and apparel items with many personal names linked to entries, indicating a crowded, dated community sale or fair catalog.
The RS L War Service Fund lists donations to the Howe fund from various contributors in Portland Bridgewater and Melbourne. A letter from Mrs. F. Dun expresses gratitude for the parcel of clothing and mentions items such as polo neck pullovers and knitwear praised for their quality and timely delivery.
The Bridgewater Indies announce a public auction in the Western District with top stewards and a lively vendor lineup. Events include drum roll activities, a publican’s booth managed by Mr. Jod McParlane, and a grand display of sports and amenities aimed at attracting local crowds.
Rainfall figures for the period show month to date totals and comparisons. Data lists monthly percentages with prior year benchmarks and notes on totals for the current year.
A woolgrower, Mehr of Fk, discusses pricing and a proposed joint selling agreement with Corangamite and other parties. He references production costs, eligibility under the agreement, and implications for wool prices and supply, noting historical context and potential impacts on market dynamics in Australia.
A fragmented river era item reports free fishers departing the river and patrons urged to shop early to avoid crowding. It notes shortages and mentions Mol Beams’s monument sales including hosiery gloves and other goods, urging patrons to plan and act quickly.
An old catalog style notice offering Aucaria Excelsa Norfolk Island plants and assorted ornamentals for sale. Includes roses in pots and Polyanthas decorative shrubs. Mentions gift ideas for Christmas and containers, with pricing hints and garden decor notes.
Fragmented OCR reads like a scatter of names and events. Mentions Sir Ade, Kost ang rhe, Esty ye, The War Ce, Teemanin, Elena, Alvin, Huth Amal, and Wavin He. It hints at competitions, soldiers, and various places, but the garbled text leaves unclear who did what where and when.
The text presents a jumble of disjointed phrases and improper names, mentioning individuals such as President Aitken and Edwards, B Osbourne, Radley, and Hess, with scattered references to dates and places. It reads like a garbled OCR of a speech or diary fragment lacking coherent narrative or context, preventing a clear event or outcome.
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