Death of James Myers in Myening District Emphasizes Leader’s Loss
Myening district mourns James Myers a respected public figure and director at Myering Butter Factory. His death at 60 ends a career in council work and local industry with a large public following. He leaves a wife and family and is remembered for his calm, capable leadership and community service. A memorial service and a forthcoming fundraising event are noted by local committees.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Myeniong
James Myers
Helveday
Blauhannen
Bella
Manny
Bredom Fern
Mr. Myers
Sunshine Nature
Myers
Myrdong
Este
Ballan
Pauls
Trixperas
Ketter
Maddingley
Hom
A. BR
Roberin
Mila
Reghetti
War Loan Drives Investors and Patriots Demand Attention
War Bond push aims to mobilize investors and patriots with appeals urging participation. The notices include promotional copy and a Bond Meet hosted by Simon Bros. with motor cycles as an eye catching element.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Harguins
Bond
Simon Bros
Water scarcity and a driving accident reported in Precal
A drought-affected area near Precal records only 307 points of rain, with crops perishing and reseeding planned. Sunday's jinker accident injured three people including Mr Totton, who hit a post but survived with no serious injuries. Residents urge improved schoolyard crossing access and a Port Melbourne injury case recounted. A Bacchus Marsh Red Cross euchre and dance is planned Friday to raise funds for the society.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A. T Oliver
Totton
Coimadai
W. F. Allan
Port Melbourne
Agrin
Tmail
Bacchus Marsh Red Cross
Balliang School Plans Arbor Day and Park Improvements
Balliang notes Arbor Day forthcoming with planting and a winterflower display for children. Recreation Reserve Committee to plant trees and improve the reserve, while a distinct park name is hoped. Vic Farmers' Union organizer Mr Hart addresses farmers as a Balliang branch forms with officers elected. Balliang Tennis Club lost to Melton. next match Balliang East vs Dolhiong East. A fundraiser ball is planned at Mr C Johnston's Balliang East residence to aid War Relief Fuel.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Balliang
Hart
Victorian Farmers’ Union
D. McArthur
Prime and
Sharkey
E. A. Reither
W. T. Loates
Balliany Tennie
Melton
Dolhiong East
C. Johnston
Hne
Balliang East
TOOLERN VALE MATCH REPORT AND NOTABLE NOTES
The Guan Chub shoot at Toolern Vale on Saturday featured strong winds and light searing as birds dispersed after sowing. P Murnane won the outright trophy with three kills, while Hydraulic and Charlton tied in the club trophy with four points. sweep prizes went to H Campbell Hydraulic Charlton and P Murnane. In addition, Maggie Porter passed Nurse's Certificate from Queen Victoria Hospital, and Jack Beaty earned ALLC.M. in music study under Miss Ross.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wharlton
Charlton
P. Murnane
H. Campbell
Jack Beaty
Mise Ross
Melton
Grant Kerr Joins Soldiers of the King
Grant McDonald Kerr, described as the second man of Dr. James Kerr of Morven Bacchus Marsh, has joined the ranks of Soldiers of the King in a declaration of enlistment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Grant McDonald Kerr
James Kerr
Morven
Bacchus Marsh
King
Red Cross Fund Acknowledgments and Gift Donations
The Bacchus Marsh Red Cross reports donations collected by Mrs Williamson Mrs A McDonald Mrs M Cameron and Miss Eiseman and lists goods sent such as pillowslips books washers towels socks mittens and cushions. A soldier in Egypt commends the effort noting gifts arrive and are used, with queries about distribution.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Beatrice * Anderson
Williamson
A. McDonald
M. Cameron
Eiseman
W. Holt
Dorothy Holt
F. Kerr
Daphne Burbidge
Louisa Cowan
Willie
Edwin Holt
Jim Mrqnhart
Marjorie Cowan
BR. H. Dugdale
French Red Cross Gift Night in Bacchus Marsh
A special Victoria wide appeal for the French Red Cross is announced with Bacchus Marsh hosting a Gift Night on Wednesday 12th. Hon. A. B. Robertson MLA will chair. The programme organized by Mr and Mrs FP Mae Lachlan includes solos duets and quartets with a doll and cot raffled on Gift Night.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Victoria
Bacchus Marsh
A. B. Robertson
M.L.A
Lachlan
Doll
Cot
Belgian Relief Fund Receives Additional Donation
Mr Thomas Anderson treasurer of the Bacchus Marsh committee forwards £51 8s 6d to the relief fund, bringing the grand total to £991 10s 2d.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Thomas Anderson
Unappreciated Work To the Editor of the Expres Sir
A letter from F. C. Minn to the Red Cross Men's Branch questions why three pairs of crutches he made last winter were not sent away. He suggests sending them to a City Hospital if not required, expressing belief they would be appreciated. Bacchus Marsh dated 2/6/16.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mise
G. F. Anderson
Tronches
Bacchus Marsh Red Cross
Hopital
Egypt
Expres
Red Cross
F. C
Bacchus Marsh Rifle Club Captain's Trophy Shoots In Keen Weather
The Bacchus Marsh Rifle Club held a Saturday Cap tain's trophy event with 25 members shooting at 200 and 100 yards. A tie for first between W. T. Wittick and A. Mac Phee at 97, and a tie for third between B. Dally and R. Hjorth at 95. Ties to be shot off. Also notes list scores for many shooters and a £1 1s donation from Mr. F. B. Manning. Next meeting set for Thursday week with officer elections.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bacchus Marshville Club
W. T. Wittick
A. MacPhee
B. Dally
RB. Hjorth
W. Wittick
A. McPhee
B. Daully
R. Hjorth
Duo. Wittick
E. G. Morris
En. Akers
W. P. Grant
H. Marchant
H. E. Connor
A. Shaw
W. Demsley
J. McPhee
G. W. MacFarland
T. Akers
E. Tracey
F. Russell
Inc. Whelan
C. J. Grant
W. Gorman
W. Robinson
Ed. Akers
C. Homes
P. Vallone
W. B. Vigor
Bucchus Marsh Rifle Club
FB. B. Manning
Bacchus Mersh Rifle Club
War Loan Bonds Offer Attractive Employee Benefit
A new War Loan bond scheme allows £10 bonds via £1 upfront and £1 monthly payments for nine months, with full year interest paid mid 1917 and repayments in 1925. Employers urged to deduct up to 1 per month from wages for employees, or individuals may apply directly. Information and forms available at banks, State Savings Banks, or post offices.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Commonwealth Treasurer
Raheerbeer
Feu
Conmencentih
Aumerlia
Muitheriaing
Te Bento
Buocesaion Wuty
Sathorien
Aden
Oe Common Wealth Hank OF
Australia
Onchudine View Rettain
ASY Bank
State Savings
Amy Bost
Commonwealth
Austilalia
McPhail Bros Sale At Bacchus Marsh Market
At Bacchus Marsh Market Mesa McPhail Bros and Co held their regular monthly sale on Monday June 26 with strong cattle and pig yarding. Demand was slack due to a dry season with most stock bought by outside buyers. Prices ranged from £12 to £16 for cows and springers, fat cows £8 to £10, dairy cows backward in calf £8 to £10, paddies £1 4d to 4s, pigs heavy pork £6 0s to £6 6d, lighter pigs £5 0s to £5 4d, slips £18 6d to £25, suckers £14 to £16.
PYEES CREEK RESERVOIR WATER DATA REPORTS
The Water Commission lists full supply as 73 feet and 14,850 cubic feet capacity. Present supply shows 110 feet and 98 feet readings with last week’s return indicating nil output.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
The
Water Commission
Testlings for 24 hours on dates specified Week ending June 2 1916
Rainfall was scanty yet valuable for surviving crops. Two inches more soaking rain needed. June rainfall total 7.56 inches over 12 dates. last year half year 7.82 inches. Totals misleading as timing matters. this year trail behind despite similar totals due to rain concentrated in January and two months too late.
Subscription list for War Louw domes tot August
A brief notice lists subscription details for War Louw domes through August with eligible participants and terms. The item notes collection status and forthcoming deadlines for renewals and new subscribers.
Voyage Through War Tides From Marseille To Front Line
A diary fragment recounts a 15 000 ton liner voyage to Marseille, its harbor beauty, a hospital ship, and a rough wartime journey toward French trenches. The writer details towns, farms, shelling glimpses, and life in a dugout amid rain, mud, and shellfire.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pee
Oat Mees Campbell
France
Chi Scrog
Marseilles
Europe
Marseille
Larbour
Peter Alkemade
Tom Grant
Fred. Blake
Noodles
Yorkshire
SELDOM TROUBLED CHAMBERLAIN Cough Remedy Ad
An old advert claims Chamberlain's Cough Remedy cures croup and prevents attacks when given at the first sign. It is said to be non narcotic and sold by W. Grant Morton and A. Comben & Co. The note mentions farm birds and young animals wandering after dry grass.
Mixed golf afternoon and July event calendar at Bacchus Marsh
A light mixed foursome day followed by a sparse ladies and gentlemen doubles turnout. July events include Wirth’s circus at Bacchus Marsh July 6, Salvation Army War Orphans night July 10, French Red Cross Gift Night July 12, Ball East dance July 14 and a Park concert July 19. McPhail Bros. market at Malton to-day. An item notes a Freemason Belgian rescue amid WWI action and a German officer sparing 50 bound men.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A. Shaw
Mechanics’ Institute
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Toolern Vale
Riordan
Connelly
Hogan
Michael Malqueeny
Barry
Bargo
Larry the Drover
J. A. Johns
RED Cross Fund
Bacchus Marsh and District
Bacchus Marsh Gun Club
Bacchus Marsh Market
Pyee's Creek Reservoir
May Sas
GOLF
Internet
Wek
Limvain
Fom
Trady
W. Grant Morton
King OF Good Values
Pearce
Pearce Bros
C. Medling
GEO. Dickie & Sons
Extias
Witia
Medling
Oath Groom
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