Fragmentary line hints at a historic plea or toast
The readable fragment mentions wine and a defiant cry or oath. It suggests a rustic or theatrical scene with a focus on drinking and resolve, though details remain unclear.
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Newspaper
Portland Guardian
Location
Portland, Victoria, Australia
Date
Jun 06, 1935
Page
1
The readable fragment mentions wine and a defiant cry or oath. It suggests a rustic or theatrical scene with a focus on drinking and resolve, though details remain unclear.
The Swan branch hosted a national league gathering with Central representation and local officials including Mra Cloud Couchwan BAY and Mie Lyra Teste. Attendees heard speeches by Hon Wo J Williams MLC and Rev. Mayor, with discussions on social work, club affairs, and memorial mentions for deceased members, ending with a vote and social tea.
OCR text lists 0 presiding figures and names like Mrs A HL Button elected, plus several others such as Mrs Selwyn and Mise Troup Heartshae. Mentions appointment of a strong committee with members Temple Gordon Stewart Wood Quayle Batterson and Robinson. Fragmentary, unclear, but notes voters and safety precautions.
Fragmentary OCR outlines a district committee, names individuals including Wandahtain Free Road Berries and Anderson KC Pow NG Gregory TU Civeen wood HOA. Mentions Le Quayle Silveator Ad Faytog HOC Williamson County and a subscription on joining. Invites information, comments, and dissent reports to a formal center.
Portland Plant Farm advertises produce at Pitegerald Street in West Portland offering lower and vegetables, noting seasonal buns and sundry items available to customers.
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