Fire at Beechworth razes several homes and a hall
A blaze swept through Beechworth targeting the Chinese ramp and local dwellings. Fire brigades from Beechworth and nearby towns battled the flames between 2 and 8 PM, saving the Joms home and surrounding houses. a second fire in Avacrow Passage was quenched. No insurance coverage was found. Police investigate possible coordinated arson by local lorikins group. Ah Quong risked his life to rescue two people from a burning building.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Beechworth
Tainyy
Avacrow Passage
Ah Quong
John Wallace
Bright Court
Hunter
Bright Presbyterian Church
Goulburn Valley Weather and Agricultural Notes
Grasshoppers damage vineyards in Nathuli district destroying vine stooks and grape crop. James Davis reports 2000 case crop lost on his 16 acre vineyard. Gardens stripped. church project at Shappatt nearing completion with detailed design features. Local council elections and staffing updated. dramatic drowning rescue ends thankfully.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Goulburn Valley
Nathuli
James Davis
Shepparton Agricultural Society
Chamber of Agriculture
Blond
Sheppadei
Gordon Taylor
Alfred
Fred Jordan
Shepparton
Kreddy
Gordon Tay
Joe
Jordan
S. Weparonae Council
Shire and Water ‘Trust
R. Co Anderson
Vancons and Oxley
Thy
North Ovens Shire
Shappatt
Tse
A. Gordon
Armadale
Another House Agent writes on rents and profits
In a Benalla dated 6 December 1904 the correspondent argues that housing profits are low under current rents. He details expected income from a brick dwelling with weekly rent and expenses, compares with bank rates, and notes rents in Melbourne and nearby towns are higher by about half. He concludes tenants cap profits and housebuilding stagnates.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Betty
Melbourne
Kurra
Wangaratta
York
Benalla
Garden Rate Protest in Benalla Gas Charges
A と letter to the editor criticizes proposed garden tax policies in Benalla arguing they target small gardens and would burden households with gas and lighting costs. The writer urges rejection of what they call a retrograde step and emphasizes protecting home gardens.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tas
Benalla
Oto
Digestive Tabuls Cure Indigestion By Doctor Sheldon
An old ad asserts Caphiarite pills cure indigestion by acting on the bowels, claiming the stomach is the source of most digestive troubles. It promotes Dr Sheldon’s Digestive Tabules after meals for relief and says the product contains natural digestants to aid digestion and restore stomach health.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sheldon
Taverner and Harbour Trust Lease Clash in Melbourne
A colonial commission in Melbourne probes Minister of Agriculture Mr Taverner over a five acre lease for 8000 pounds. Disputes involve the Colonial Consignment Company, secret meetings with Harbour Trust chair, and alleged tampering with ledgers to shield or damage figures. The inquiry resumes on Tuesday.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Thovornar
Chlonin
MeTavorner
Vortien
Sinclair
Colonial Consignumal Company
London
Moriicxey
New South Wales
My Tayurniye
Jin Lonton
Agricultire
Chimpany
Taverner
Uba Toye
Melbourne
Croker
Fk Comnitos
Tnt
Tavernor
Toyland
Rust
Malecolmn M.eacharn
Strong
Sivelair
Mooney
Honnekespor
Oftiga
Mir Sincobor
Gidchair Lina
Crook &F
Toth
Fetter
Natheny
Tusuday
London tailor and cutter academy and school of art
Fragmentary note lists a premier garment maker styled expert workin from San Supé and 60 tt. Mentions "London Tailor and Cutter Academy and School of Art" with honor. References Lennox and a dubious 9 Grulyon first clave.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
Acadumy and
School of Art
Vast Bargain Fashion Sale Exceeds All Expectations
A sprawling rundown of Lot items from 1 to 89 details massive discounts on suits, hats, linens, dresses, and accessories. The seller highlights cash discounts, importer stock, and special prices on Ladies, Men’s, and children's wear. Numerous lots tout low prices, varied fabrics, and ready-made outfits with emphasis on quick turnover.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Oroya
Ormuz
Loch Denacher
Tropic
Minnico
Wilcannia
Aberdeen
Bantshire
Merreri
Stock & Pow
Miller
Uswal
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Bistric
Lybert
Willan
Curbridgu
Borgia
Grourowin
Glenrotan
Greta
Time Barrett
Nm Vanquet
Mu DB. Petty
Bundam
Hanyon South
Weleaisé Lome
George Petty
South
Arees
Kelly
Dovey
M‘cullan
Chandler
Goorambat
Duncan
Enya
B. Lauible
Lamable
Thoona
Rifles
Ftey
Giri
Lambie
Hie
W. ‘Tonkin
St. Andrew's Church of England
Katamatite
A. Maison Cautie
Yarrawonga
Tungamali
A. Love
Thistle
Ya Shire
Jenalla
Dew
Sporting
Sol
Gree
Leviathan
Steanverk Perreman
Ove
Toyal Lane
Mannovny
Addie
the Butter Commission
Scuamverain
Bertely
Viole Say
Tinu
Sormething
Mr. Torrens
Alter
Ayer
Tonio
Sean
Bette Brett
Ayse
Dr. J.C. Ayer Co
Lowell, Mass
U S. A
Phosphos
Rocke, Tompsitt & CO
Flinders St
Hea Orvicky
Sriteer
Brestwowrk
Nich Plomwate
Angla
Prop Limited
Wade
C Piatnt
Rhaniortures
B.C. Braid
Goodie W. Dale
Billson
Directory
Tenalle Addrews
C. Prarie
Uovallas
Norick
W. H. Jackson
Beowllawad District
Preminos
Bridge Street
Sult
Mmo
Mitchell's Harvester
Walter A. Wood
Daves
Lennox
M 'Kay Sunshine Harvester
M. Robinson& Sons
Glenrowan
Vian
L.anson, “Butlder
A. Miller & Go’s
Gash Drapers
Ladies and Gentlemen
Colonia
Vicans
Gorvation Serge
Serga
Berii Jn
Bays Wand
Asperin
Tvocd
Trower
Moto
Stiller
Charity
Wuk Home Buyer
Bill Doz
Ingland
Widd
Uilal Piricos
Udylauen
Lot 21
Fee
Degiere
Sudeluu
Treyoluth
Tally Cennes
Poe Lynne Elvsted
Spa
Deg Gore
Nan
Lownie
Spiruil
Aolling
Enitie Jazaini Lavine
Ind Lisle
Nui
Newt Lawes
Iergaon
Desiane
Nega Oil
Childign
Zopliye
Caine
Iit
Dunmvense
Sith
Marvaillous
Ouneas
Conway
Dale
Aiatoc
Oolteirus
Hid
Millee
Gost
Chidron
Goyta
Tom Gine
Balton
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