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Newspaper
Portland Guardian
Location
Portland, Victoria, Australia
Date
Jun 14, 1926
Page
3
Fragmented text cites accounts and expenditures including a 21006/1/6 entry and a 300 pound balance. Mentions treasurer, municipal fund, and building related costs such as 1673/18/5. Contains unclear terms and partial figures from a local government financial record.
A letter argues the Outer Port at Warrenball would reduce costs and support intercity shipping by avoiding fiber expenses, urging condemnation of inland assets to permit port development. It claims Portland can host sufficient harbor activity and touts a cheaper, broader plan for regional growth.
A local church event drew a crowd as the Wesley Church community gathered to celebrate leadership and singing. The secretary and minister praised members for their faithful work and the choir received appreciation for their efforts.
A valedictory gathering honored Sergeant Howard of Portland as he prepares to depart for new duties. Speakers praised his leadership, devotion, and service during a commendable tenure, noting his strong ties to the community and the town’s youth.
A midweek Crown Pictures program features a lineup including The Only Woman and a drama The Famous Mev Fair. Norma Tallwadge stars in a romance as audiences vote on best performer while Al Wilton headlines the Saturday slate. Crowds are urged to attend the Riviera themed night with a gripping tale of a mother’s struggle.
Digby’s forwards reshuffled to overcome a slow start as porting by Digby led to a 14 pole victory. Mackie’s brace and Symington’s late marks highlighted the win with Wanlait Horkvog Gunning and Hickey among top performers for Digby Borgen.
Heywood traveled to Wienap and defeated the home team by five points after an exciting jam. Duying, Reowres Allen, Rowland, and Hobbs led scoring as 140 runs and 32 wickets down marked the innings. Further scores to follow.
A murky report from the market mentions hogs and farms with varied weights and prices. Local buyers, led by Henry, weigh and compare consignments as merchants assess surplus stock and potential shortages amid scattered uncertainty.
Fragmentary OCR notes mention a person named Oake Willi age ten with details about teed and accompanying words. The readable fragment hints at a personal notice or small reminder item without clear event or date.
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