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Newspaper
Portland Guardian
Location
Portland, Victoria, Australia
Date
Jun 16, 1947
Page
4
At a special meeting the council discussed restricting tipping at public dumps to one day per week and examined street improvements. The engineer reported progress on footpaths and drainage while considering gravel supply and equipment purchases for two years with tenders.
The council discussed an election date on August fourth Saturday and seven new fuuren structures for Milbanke Street. Updates covered a broadcast script, potential port foundation links, and a letter of appreciation to Mr Hill. They also addressed mud-filled crosswalks, a tree planting scheme, foreshore work, and a parking area fence. The Portland town notes mirrored Commonwealth standings and public works funding.
Councillors clash over re-erection costs for a gun shown to be unnecessary and not reclaimable at under £15. Dr. Tulloch and Dr. Maling oppose, while Mr. Barrett estimates near £20. Vandalism by schoolchildren discussed and police attention sought. Market Street and other borough streets flagged as worst, with resurfacing and graveling planned.
The Heywood talent event featured a popular turnout and varied acts. Winners were announced by adjudicators and by popular vote with prizes awarded to standout performers and duets.
Listing of produce and wholesale items including chaff wheat oats bran pollard flour with Cultex oils and greases Potain wholesale receiving agent P W Pty Ltd buyer distribution McClintock's vinegar Myers Emporium delivery agent phone as.
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