Memorial service notes and wartime tributes captured in fragmented report
The clumsy text records wartime honors and thanks given to various individuals including Corporal Allen and Ashley, with mentions of officers, soldiers and supporters. It describes ceremonies, readings, and a commemorative table, noting respect paid by communities and leaders despite unclear framing.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Goa
Greer
Louilees
Australia
Ian Wille
Pairione
Bloyt
George Wad
Ovine Wilson
Alton Ile
Bool
Boresat
JW Allen
Twnales Cine McKiomale
Dodie
Tian Att
Ashley
Beno
Laat Brunet
Allen Ant
Ratiey
Obie
Uv Dart
Dre al
Abe Eniony
Matthe
Ken Mvares
Blake Ant L
Dali Mt
Heather Crook
Duro Wala
Iera
Mist Evans
Michuchlan
Oliver
Williams
Mra Samspriidettu
Wy Anerson
Thor
Fragmented listing of names and amounts from an old notice
A dense OCR fragment lists numerous personal names and small monetary amounts such as 2/6 and 4d scattered with partial addresses and roles. The jumble includes references to Mrs Shanahan Miss Fowler and John Nolan among many others with unclear context or date.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Itachi
John Muir
B.A. Grisdell
John Nolan
Stranguope
Linwtell
Pattson
Mo Deveay
F Drury
P. Purrell
Wo Roberton
J Robart Sin
AL J. Croshall
J. “Daren
Meikle
W.trmith
Palmer Brose
D. Roberteem
Mise Deveay
Mopars
Cowan
J Fagan
Ear
G. Purell
Rennely
Wolater
Pach
John Nikes
Arion
Ale
Dire
Aulus
Mra
Nolan
M. Nolan
J O'Connor
Melton Red Cross Society Subscribers List Provides Names
A compiled list of Melton Red Cross Society subscribers includes numerous individuals such as Mevhames Aitken J. Barre P. Butler and many others. The roster features multiple family names, businesses, and local residents contributing to the society.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mevhames Aitken
Wo Anand
Ayre
J. Barre P. Butler
Butler
Brebnie
Feantmore
Bran
Black
T. Burton
Beaty
Brome
Coban
F Coburn
Carve
Cun- Wiighem
Won
Mo Cochrane
Famerdn
Mariige
Corian
W Chm Cw
F. Churk Clark
Cook
Dom
Itea
Eiie
Gaal Fareil
Fuinhi
L Farrell
Foguety
Greig Gill
Haeang Chae
Uokdon Bani
Furl
Soo
Bakerry Hoon
Hare
Sons
Riot
Nealing
McDonali
Miscou
Arthur Sons
Minds
560
G Mins
McEarhrey
Ernest Mings
E Miwon Ho Miewa
McVean
Moulsvile
Riddell
Robinson
Madtosd
Sughd
Sheulin
Amret Srueb
Tow
Tolhust
W ‘Thompson
A Watt
Wilson
Walter
Welker
Woolley
Whittington
Walla
Wates
Wraith
Williams
Wieh ‘Am
Mimo Bonnin
Jonas
J. Johnsiyo
Longyblied
Kerwin
Lavan
Lang
Marton
T Moras
Sligo Wood
Maine
Geo
Minna
Ore
Will
Palner L. Reoe
Shelly
Shebler
Toohey
Witherington
Fragmentary 1918 Notice Mentions Events and Dates
A damaged OCR snippet references upcoming local events and dates in early 1918. It lists days and activities with unclear names and places, mentioning February and March and a public show or excursion. The legible pieces hint at organized gatherings and timed exorcises or ceremonies.
McLachlan family praised for wartime service in belated salute
A garbled wartime notice honors Liew Wei McLachlas and Private John McLachlan for gallant action near Glencoe Wood on September 20. General Birdwood conveys hearty congratulations for conspicuous conduct in battle, with medals and mentions of other officers and wounded or captured.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Liew Wei McLachlas
Neil Mele
Meredith
Bayohies Marah
John McLachlan
Williast Birdwood
Glencoe Wood
Sour le
Sim
Oliver
Teen
Sirveney
Orig Shir
Oaphae Alt
A. T. Fiver
Burch
Hsu
Nin
Darai
Cme of
Psisting
Bacchus Marsh Bowling Club Challenge Match Recap
The Bacchus Marsh Bowling Club hosted a weekend challenge against the Grant Street team. Performers included Campbell Powell Hogan Ramey and Horder for the Bacchus Marsh side and Hiscock Alkemwie Clark for the Grant Street squad. The Grant Street team led early but were overtaken as the Bacchus Marsh players rallied, forcing a strong finish.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mowlay
Fonterray Sil
Mars
Oslo
Mosore Apbell
Sine
Powell
Ramos
Lawrence
E. B. Manving
Horie
Nugilaly
Cooq
Marton
Ashuian
Hogan
Alterule
Heath
Johns
Misa McFarlane
Joel Pontlomen
Capbell
Geant Street Tau
Wan
Beamye
Camphill
Ramey
Horder
Woz
Grant Etrent
Unclear historical trophy results and scorers from March event
Fragmentary notes describe a bowling or shooting competition with mentions of trophies such as the Reahya sun's trophy and the Essealon gift trophy. Names like Akers and Conor appear among top scorers with scores around four total, and a march date is referenced. The text is garbled with multiple misreadings and lacks coherent structure.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sant Ted
Ahrre
Chil
Prisintel Yu
Essealon
Td Hub
Bacchus Marsh
Tooval
Parwan Station Critique Sparks Railway Reform Push
A 1917 letter to the Railway Commissioners from Parwan farmers urges a new loop line to dispose of loaded goods, easing congestion at Parwan Yard. It cites rising costs, yard capacity, and revenue losses while demanding government action and better accommodation during peak hours.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mort
Newal Yoilway
Bavchin
Parvan
Slaughton
Ingarr
Parewan
Tor Sham
Earehas Marsh
Nate
Tor Avice
Pykes Creek Reservoir Tee Figures Supplied
Water figures show Eaton full supply height and storage for the week. The weekly return lists stock at 18 290 feet and 13 448 feet for last week, with cut for year and week details.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Eubie Fort
Eeera
Melton Asservoir Full Supply and Incoming Barges
Fragmented notice lists water supply figures and incoming barge names with dates and locations. Mentions Melton Asservoir height and acre feet, followed by ship and delivery references, weekly schedule items, and a Cham merlaci's Pain Balm advertisement with unrelated product claims. The text is partially garbled with several place names and dates.
Night Battle Memoir of a Soldier’s Last Stand
A blurred veteran’s tale recalls a grim frontline night marked by barbed wire, heavy shellfire, and a brave patrol charging under gunfire. The account centers on a company’s courage, losses, and the longing for daylight and victory.
Cotterill and Cotterill Names Misread in Aged Local Note
A fragmented local item lists names Cochran J Mk Cotterill and others in a faded register. The legible parts reference a Cotterill family and multiple initials, with unclear street or event details. No clear date or place is confirmed.
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MacoHs
Mareh Hed Cues
Milby
Ellen My. Oteson
Tl. Moore
Nomnpajer
Patrick Harry
Myehtong
Melton Red Cross Societ
Wonlaosilay
Chouibartain
Royal Pictures
WOUTH
Canaan
al Finke
Edith Tallla
Jack Sherrill
THE
A Myyerin
Bacchus Marsh Bowling Club
Ripple
Anay Ray i
Pootwrny Satiniay
Marchant
Parwan
Pykes Creek Reservoir
Melton Asservoir
Mmsphall, Aadlinem
Munday
Tao
Koa
Thurntay, Tan
Chaaringe Aly Ak Alg
Towmning’s
Digger's Rest
Thirkain & Oe
Aasbarelin Fe Hallas
Satara
Chaing Ea At
Barry's
Massingly Thurday
Banens
Marsh Marine
Invermeland
de. Wenenslay
Poth
Chaaringe Pale Ab Pasta
Sym
Chammerlaci
Tainan
Merci
Oru Moris
Baesbums
Comben
Weribee
J. GO. Opgill
Backteak
Mabe
Meervetion
Dan
Tara
Aerica
Belo
Thas Wang
Wubir
Ae Saoray
Syed Bac Maral
Dangoty
Conaley
F. G. E. Hiscock
C. Medling
Law Geo. Digkir
Aulmar
Penny Wiese
Avery Pomay
Bobiern
W. Grant Morton
Iraumonger
Taylors Cash Store
Airiziaass
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