09 May 1940
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Newspaper
Portland Guardian
Location
Portland, Victoria, Australia
Date
May 09, 1940
Page
1
An OCR excerpt outlines petitions, hearings, and municipal actions including road and park works, property issues, and public notices. It references May 7 events, city officials, and costs, with multiple named places and figures, plus ongoing debates over approvals and timing.
The record notes a dental surgeon Mr El Le Quayle with Percy Mb Borelund Me, planning a visit on the upcoming Wednesday to the location in question. The details are fragmented but indicate a professional dental engagement in a midweek visit.
Deputy director of posts and telegraphs Mr KN Partington notes a special telegram surcease for Mothers' Day. The service will run from Id to May, with a record number of telegrams expected from the port. Subscriptions for greeting telegrams at the top of the day are urged for local subscribers.
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