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Newspaper
Bacchus Marsh Express
Location
Bacchus Marsh, Victoria, Australia
Date
Dec 08, 1917
Page
3
The council discussed rail and road projects at Werribee and nearby estates, detailing tenders for construction and drainage, and noting traffic safety concerns. Officials reviewed railway alignment, station access, and approach plans with engineers and the railway commission, outlining costs and approvals sought.
A fragmented item records Bacchus Marsh Red Cross notes acknowledging monthly collections and various donors. It mentions Mrs. Parkington Vallone and others, plus receipt of cigars, books, mail matter, and small goods. The text includes names, figures, and stray items with unclear details.
The Red Cross appeals list donors including Mrs Sharla, Mrs Greene, and Ms Friday contributing funds and items such as washers and clothing. A Melbourne committee led by W Millypoon runs the drive with raffles, hospital buttons, and miscellaneous gifts. a letter of thanks reaches Miss Ung Sharlend for aid sent to a soldier in France.
Private William Bourke, son of Mrs M.E. Bourke of Dusky, died of wounds in Belgium on October 7. He served in the New Zealand Mercantile Agency and trained at Duntroon, earning a commission before enlisting. Letters from him praised food and rest among troops, and his death follows a period of active service and injury.
Fragmented diary style message from Pio. A M1 Riddell discusses conditions and duties in France. Mentions rain, shipping, and transport work with a tone of endurance and news of activity.
In a fragmented report the event describes a trophy session where a team won, with scattered references to yardage and competitors. Names and precise actions are unclear due to OCR issues but the text centers on a championship setting and anticipated arrival of members for a music related portion of the event.
Fragmentary OCR notes list names and roles from a fire brigade incident at Sacchur Marsh. The text includes scattered names such as Goleman Doe, Linaoan, Orvment, Beokus Marah, Show, Burdama, and J. Raideep, with unclear dates and duties.
The traveling troupe presents a vast and meritorious show featuring a famed geir panrioas act and a Posing Dogs routine. Daredevil Sam pi and rival performers thrill the crowd with daring stunts at the showgrounds.
A fragmentary report from Bacchus Marsh Bowling Club lists lineups and scores for Clarke’s and Campbell’s teams, with partial player tallies for Emmott, Campitill, Togdale, Morton, Wells, Ashman, Hamey, Crook, and McDonnald among others. It notes trophy mentions for Powell and Mrs Seeal, and mentions future matches and membership play arrangements.
A local society presents a charity program with a Chorus and solo numbers, Ge to Sea, A Cold and Briny Morning, and other acts. Dates, performers, and acts are listed. profits go to the Red Cross and entries include refreshments and fundraising appeals.
Attractions include stunning color combinations and new coat and skirt styles never before shown. Blouses, veils, and Ninon fabrics in all colors with perfect cuts. Millinery features a summer collection, adaptable sports hats in silk or linen, and a range of Panama hats and ready-to-wear items for the holidays.
Fragmented text from a historical page shows odd repeated names and scattered items. It hints at items for sale including furniture repairs and unspecified locations and entities.
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