09 Jan 1936
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Newspaper
Portland Guardian
Location
Portland, Victoria, Australia
Date
Jan 09, 1936
Page
1
A local notice announces a twice weekly road transport service between Portland and Melbourne. It notes Wednesday and Friday pickup and delivery days, with emphasis on dependable schedules. The ad uses unclear wording but conveys a planned regular connection between the two towns and mentions a contact person.
A garbled OCR fragment mentions Kate of Jemninge and Reckn with hints of carrying and farming. It references sea areas and careful removal, but the meaning is unclear and many words are unintelligible. The readable entities include Kate, Jemninge, Reckn, and farm related terms.
In a letter to the INQUIRER the writer questions the proposed Portland sewerage plan and its impact on the town. He warns of heavy costs, potential harm to bathing waters at Baltic Point, and urges a referendum before proceeding. He argues sewage would ruin the seaside resort, endangering tourism and local rates.
A planned six week expedition by University Mecety members under Professor Wood Jones aims to study fauna and flora in situ. The project, organized with student participation, will transport a party to an Australian coast near Port Fairy to conduct field investigations and observe ecological relations.
Readable portions discuss fancy dress ideas with period style coats, blouses, skirts, and accessories. It covers fabric choices for Spain Dutch themes, head scarves, mantillas, and makeup tips while noting color coordination and modest foundations for theatrical outfits.
The Union Trustee Company of Australia Limited lists authorized roles executor trustee administrator and attorney with subscribed capital of £450000 and reserve funds. Names Sir James A M Elder and others shown as officials and directors with international ties.
A historical notice lists stud pigs from various farms including VAUCLUSE and LODGE entries with prizes from Melbourne shows. It also announces the Port Fairy and District CLYDESDALE stallion Junior Guard with details on height, age, and breeding, inviting inquiries for stud services.
Notice from Captain B. Taylor of the Portland Rifle Club announces rifle practice at the Ranges in Novth Portland on Mondays Wednesdays and Saturdays. A mind wag will be held at the wast dead of flagpote emp the large hour before and during practice. All ships and boats must keep at least half valle from the line of fire for a 1000 yard range. Printed by C. G. Petr Rivet Portia Victor.
An old vendor listing promotes seeds of all kinds including flower bulbs and garden plants. It mentions pots, seedlings, and tomato varieties with large quantity pricing and subscription notes. The ad names various organizations and individuals, urging orders and inquiries via a central contact.
In premises formerly used by the Centenary Committee at Percy Street Portland a sale of hot and cold water fittings is advertised. The advertisement lists basins tanks and troughs available from E Burgoayne Liewsod Phassber with a focus on practical plumbing supplies for all classes of work.
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