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Newspaper
Portland Guardian
Location
Portland, Victoria, Australia
Date
Jun 04, 1923
Page
2
Fragmented OCR reports a borough election focus with social tensions, payments, lighting and water issues, and calls for civic action. It cites residents facing rates, road works, and public services while noting candidate positions and community dissatisfaction.
The council discussed foreshore improvements including botanical gardens and public amenities to attract visitors and support Portland’s economy. They examined regrading the Toolondo railway to improve access and port operations, with strong public support noted for Hadon Perk and related projects.
The death on Thursday last of Mrs. Johanne Taylor widow of the late Mr Wen Taylor removes another long time resident from the district. She and her husband came to Portland in 1854 and later moved to the northern part of the state. Mrs Taylor worked among the deepened for the portion and remained in the old lancer's employ for 21 years. The obituary notes she was 69 years old at death, leaving fifty seven sons and one daughter and two daughters pre-deceased. The funeral was Sunday afternoon with a large cortege to Portland cemetery.
Fragmented OCR text notes about a wedding and a sale list. Mentions Mr and Mrs Dalillers, a St Bor Rav figure, and tides washing an opposite area. Reference to a block list to be sold at Dale on the 18th.
Portland defeated Heywood 6 10 to 4 9 in a late surge after a close bout. Symington Hogan and Playle starred for the Magpies with goals and strong runs, while Hackem Benbow led Heywood’s defense in a spirited showing. Umpire R Canole kept order as the teams entertained a friendly crowd.
In a second season meeting at Hanlon Park, the Rovers edged Alberts by two points. The final scores were Alberts 4-5 and Rovers 4-7, with the Rovers claiming the win in a tight junior association contest.
A fragmented report notes thedefinitive outcome of a local contest tied to a coupon promotion. Citizens and junior participants are referenced as the event’s focus with votes tallied and announced through column coverage. The piece hints at the competition’s impact on local readers and community engagement.
Poor legible OCR text discusses rheumatism tone and pain in body parts attributed to kidney and liver action. Mentions Gruen Health Salto from Wholeville and Pelt Grimwade Wook gamete and Co. Dusrdin balnebury.
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