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Newspaper
Portland Guardian
Location
Portland, Victoria, Australia
Date
Mar 23, 1925
Page
3
A reader letters complains of foul smells along the seaside in Portland and urges the council to drain pools and puddles near Heady Street and Clibe Beatlock/Jali Street. The writer calls for action by Councillors within Aber Dower to address the stink and inaction.
The town marks the departure of Rev W R Bradbury after five years of service, praising his pioneering work in tennis including establishing the Ketst at tournament. A mixed doubles tournament and presentation are planned for next Saturday to honor his contributions to the West District sport scene.
Primary actions unfold as Manaliton and Partiend clash in a contested program at Hoaseen Trams. Officials report tense sessions and potential outcomes shaping future standings in the federation.
Local items report croquet players at a Hamilton tournament with no trophies awarded. Warnings about licensing at a port race booth, calls for a programming club, and proposals to revive Portland yacht interests. Mentions of Dr Pratt’s health, the P and A Society, and improvements at Mesora and Lipton yacht circles.
Fragmented text describes a surge of crime and disorder in Melbourne. Reports thefts, burglaries, and vandalism. Mentions police activity, a robbery tied to transit, and labor unrest affecting workers and safety.
The piece argues Portland’s shipping role is crippled by railway control and delays. It cites Brant City and Portand cargo plans, notes ownership by Tangie Australia Ltd, and questions why grain shipments face hold-ups, urging action to protect regional trade and avoid metropolitan railway foreclosures.
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