Marriage and Death Notices From a 19th Century Parish
Family Circle announces the marriage of Wilson to Punlop with details of ceremony at Andrews Church Boualla conducted by Rev J Spittal of Lake Rowan. Also notices the death in service of John Charles Tonek, with family memorials from Benalla West Corryong Warracknabeal Queensland and Riptimand. A belated memorial page includes Burge and a Thank You note from Mrs James Ryan and neighbors for support during bereavement.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wilson—Punlop
Wis
Andrews
Boualla
Jamar Spittal
Lake Rowan
William Fairlegs
Tonek
Kalled
Charles
Wy Brook
Mm. Pogo
Mes
G. Foote
Wail
Monary
Heuulls
James Ryan
Banquet speeches reveal Australia policy aims and ship building gaps
The commentary reviews a National Australia policy speech by Sir Ronald Ferguson and Governor General remarks on occupancy and white Australia. It contrasts political restraint with calls to open up the continent, develop resources, and boost shipbuilding and population via a proactive approach.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ronald Pergueon
Australia
Australian Native Association
A.N.A
Egypt
Palestine
Mesopotamian
Ronald Ferguson
Millen
Great Britain
Hughes
Commonwealth
Ube
Canada
Rees
MLC
Welland
America
Loweter
Cyclone toll and wartime notices from Bonalla era
Local notes report wartime transfers and court clerks in Bonalla with Williams named as new court clerk. A man named Jubalee epileptic at Victoria hotel dies en route to hospital after a railway station alert. Seymour camp to close due to few recruits. machine gunners training in Victoria likely to continue. A grandson of Mr. Wallace from Queensland awarded the Rifleman’s Medal. Passenger traffic data show 277 passengers via trains to Bonalla with various regional stops. A Forbes resident, Edward Clidard, fined for shooting ducks. Macquarie cyclone at Mavhia causes 20 bodies recovered and £1,500,000 damage. Germany-busting shipping and export controls discussed. An accident at Ginsowax quarry injures Richard Cook. Entertainment note: O. Williamson’s Danny Lose Lose staged in Hobart with Violet Celligeun and J. O. Williamson Ttd. cast. strong local premiere ahead.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Corie
Couto
Wittens
K. F
Bonalla
Willan
Bradkey
Mary Borough
Geology
Willims
Ballarat
Frank Williams
Clorke
Hovalla
White
Clark
Rovalla
Kilmore
Willison
Jubalee
Lam
Wabgarabts Hospital
Svepneren
John Ryan
Sevuork Cave Ciosto
Seymour
Dior
S. J. Willams
Conephnous Kervica
Montay
Sydney
Albury Waprese
Albury Epouial
Fem Molbourns
Yarrawonga
Paw Suvortsi
Edward Clidard
Forbes Rovident
Clidard
Mavhias
Macoy
Whnich
Cremorne
Germany
Commonwealth
Girsnowax Quanai
Feday
Ian
Richard Cook
Gionrawan
Wangarsua
Willismos
Danny Lose
Joan Webster
Shireshall
Melbourne
Tebaw
J. O. Williamson
Sarvis Pendleton
Accidents and Local Notices From Bonalla Shire
A letter from Mia Stetly Hopkios father Mr Hopkinson reports a tram accident in Sydney where she was knocked down but shows slight improvement. Local river works near Bonalla discussed by engineer Kenyon to straighten a river outlet to the railway bridge. a vehicle for soil removal may be ordered. Police constable transfers and court actions at Benalla and Seymour desks. debt cases adjourned to February 14. Deputation to government departments planned for road and quarry issues. Beechworth building society funds noted. Accounts awaiting payment at the Royal Ready and Pay Office. Pleasant Sunday Afternoon event planned with Me Bonnott addressing the Shire hall.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Miss Horgrss
Sydney
Mia Stetly Hopkios
Lerae
Ite
Hopkins
Hopiking
Cme Rives
Bonalla
Joffrey
Kenyon
State Rivers and Water Supply Commission
Seymour
Melbourne
Suymour Station
Perry
Shire of
Benalla
Garnteheo
FT. Brown
A. Miller de Co Xaoured
Costa
Ayaloet
Jomog Richwood
Carellin
Deva Allom Agaiasi J. Ed
Dale
Gonda
Chattela
Coste
Krog
Carlisle
Knox
Shire
Bopalla Shir
County Roads Board
Thoreday Noést
Liode
Glenrowan
Beechworth Building Society
Hinsea
Stredwick
H. Wacron
Soscovary
Beech Worth
Bonnott
Melbourus
Meritorious Aerial Work On Caewday
Lieutenant Harry M L Matheson recounts rapid promotion and service with the Royal Flying Corps in Gallipoli and France. He details bombing runs behind enemy lines, targeting trains and transport, and earning praise from General Headquarters and the Commander-in-Chief. He describes long flights from Palestine to Jerusalem rail yards, delegation movements, and Royal Flying Corps reconnaissance aiding Allied forces.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Harry ML. Matheson
Say
Rohan Tors
Tesring Anateas
Foes
Gallipoli
France
Royal Flying Corps
Braseopen College
Oxford
Montianed
Palestine
Etase
Ae Lw
Uverat
Bri
Weradcomen
Hebro
Bethlehem
Jers ‘Alem
Oranalen
Nant Atta
Jacko
Jatt
Jerusalem
Hebrom
Turia
New Loved
Dead Sea Saat
Eason
Awevralian
Bryade
Air Vory
Sulghe Alvor
Haig report details on western front attack and casualties
Sir Douglas Haig reports a successful operation on the eastern front area near Hovrneniet with German post losses and several prisoners captured. Additional casualties occurred from an enemy patrol near Butleeour, following a brief engagement.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Douglas Haig
London
Doughs Haig
Hovrneniet
Balesing Prion
Butleeour
Italian Front Croat Italian Success Acknowledged
An official report from Italy claims prisoner and equipment captures on the front after fighting near Mt Toba. It cites 6000+ prisoners and hundreds of officers as well as guns planes and rifles seized, with significant battlefield gains noted. A Paris report also mentions French advances strengthening the line. A German note confirms air activity and modest territorial concessions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ya Wreens Press
London
ColitekRoson
Kidvals Bella Yesterlay
Aloes
Reorer
Paris
Mt. Toba
America and Russia a Dangerous Situation
A dangerous international flare up arises as Russian anarchists threaten to hold the U.S. ambassador in Pobrogrid responsible for the life and liberty of a draft-law violator in America. The piece notes government efforts to abate ethnic tensions and discusses calls for Borkowo's release amid threats against the ambassador.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
America
Russia
Washington
U.S
Pobrogrid
Alexander Berkiman
Aailora
Worksoy
Aigesia
Borkowo
Aramal Armerica
Submarine Campaign Reported Ship Losses and Attacks
The Admiralty reports weekly shipping totals with nine ships sunk and all under 1600 tons, while eight attacks failed. One submarine wart was sunk in the engagement.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
Admiralty
Another Air Raid On London Kills 47, Injures 169
An official report details another raid on London with 47 killed and 169 injured. Bombers crossed from the north and west, dropping shells on Thanet and surrounding districts before the Flying Corps responded. Casualties and damage were limited, with no penetrations of the capital reported.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
Prisce
Hwaie
Jane
Essex
Thuy
Thanet
Stappee
Adraplance
Othar
Lindau
Caliaught
Flying Corps
Met
Dima
Tiestay
Thanut
Lyvck
Olteleita
Roll of Honor Killed in Action Private Jobin Charing Tower
Word reaches Bonalla residents that Private Jobin Charing Tower of Holbrook New South Wales was killed in action in France on September 27 or 28, 1917. A Jamieson district native, he moved to Bonalla with his parents as a child and was educated at Bonalla West school. He enlisted at Holbrook, leaving a widow and four children, and later died at age 40 leaving a brother in law and two nephews.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bonalla
Jobin Charing Tower
Brstica
Holbrook Nsw
Defenco Department
France
Jamieson
Folbook
N.S.W
Mra W. Bracky
Bab
Archie Angas
Decowiod
Wheat Growing Competition At Wangaratta Show
The wheat growing contest at the Wangaratta show compares expected yields across 25 soil near Wangaratta. Trustees and judges list attendees and awards, noting yields such as 17 bushels for certain entries and various points from different farm teams.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ozone and Mycra Agricultural Society
Wangaratta
W. I. Doig
J. Jom
J. 8
Mehsideon
Tanitolek
Crionuys
Jones
Recruiting meeting at Shire Hall for Captain Dyott visit
A public recruiting meeting at Shire Hall addressed by Captain Dyott and Usplan Dyutt of the State Recruiting Committee drew about 200 attendees. Speakers urged volunteer enlistment, discussed war aims, Germany and Austria, and the need for continued homefront support to bolster Britain and Allied forces.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dyett Usplan Dyutt
Vialved Bonalle
Shire Hall
Danlop
Ehite Prewidgat
Gluirman
Dyott
Steat
Feedsman
Leah
England
Belgium
Roumania
Serbia
Australia
Germany
Great Bristo
Bonalla
Australis
Auetiis
Walt Tiny
Melianino
Enliet
Gabon
Russia
Adamar
Gormay
Ly Pasco
Simateuly
Gront
Bettain
Austria
Turkey
Thad
Lim
Kla
France
Gallipoli
Mesopotania
Anetestia
Empire
Uno
Britain
Eha
Dr. Smith
Capt. Dyatt
Tudor
W. M. Traghos
Gr. Durpons
Statton
War relief meeting urged boys on the front
At Wangeratia an evening gathering discussed renewed energy for the war effort and aiding the front line. Resolutions urged harmonized action, renewed activity, and a conference to promote relief and vigils. Captain Dyett was mentioned with cautious approval and Dr. Smith led the motion.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wangeratia
Victoria
Jola
Lailth
Wall
Dyett
W. Clemens
Dr. Smith
Havhand
Varias
Apt
Yarrawonga
Weather report from Queenaland region heavy monsoon crossing
In Queenaland last week the monsoon disrupted weather, extending southward this week with rain on Saturday and Wednesday. Early 7 a.m. showers persisted, with rainfall totals varying across towns. Official readings list rainfall and temperatures at multiple stations, indicating widespread wet conditions and elevated river levels.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Queenaland
Pollev Xaugo
P Gang
Nathwlis
Nomarkeh
Sheppa
Referendum Aftermath at Dookie Court Hears Vexed Charges
At Dookie court on Monday before P.M. R Knight Elias Jeffrey John Jeffrey Patrick Ryan William Ryan and other defendants faced charges of offensive behavior at a public hall on December 14 during Senator Plain's address. The case details a riotous scene with missiles and verbal abuse, leading to fines and conditional imprisonments for several defendants.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dookie
Dookie Court
R. Knight
P.M
Elias Jeffrey
John Jeffrey
Patrick Ryan
William Ryan
David Chilicott
Frank Lalor
James
Slater
Dookly
Senator Plein
L. Magenols
Crooke
Nolan
Melbourne
Dookle
Senator Plain
Seller
Gbudontu
Agricultural College
Charles Jetcoy
Nome
Carles Jetroy
Ts Speaker
Sanator Plaza
Costa
Charley Jolley
Joseph Doyle
Batheasca
William Spencer
Stewanton Oaers
Henry V. Williams
Stewarton
James Mahoney
Thomas Cremao
Sven Dega
Croman
Willon
Joseph Ryan
Ryan
Hean's Tonic Nerve Nuts Promoted for Nerve Strain
An advertisement touts Hean's Tonic Nerve Nuts as a remedy for nerve strain and sleeplessness. It claims reviewers endorse the product and encourages direct purchase from the manufacturer G. Wy Hean, at 175 Castleroy Street, Sydney, priced 3 per bottle or 17/3 for a lot.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hean
G. Wy Hean
Castleroy Trout
Sydney
Wilson-Duntop wedding at St Avilon's Church
A wedding held January 7 at St Avilon's Church, Eivoalls, joined Miss May Dating and Mr. William Wilson, oldest son of Mr. and Mrs. Wilson, with a ceremony described in intricate detail. Guests wore white and pale attire, a bouquet was carried, and the couple received gifts as part of the formal celebrations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
St. Avilon’s
Eivoalls
Tiamiranade
Willlim Palrlee Wilson
Mea
Wilson
GE Apottpatyon
Keelys
Youilint
Meg A. Datlop
Kilbeenie
Turner Spiral
Levwati
Ina Hey
Roth
Fea Aocly
Funes Daulay
Choi
Aldo
Leiciewald
Wilton Clowe
Tnidingrimtai
Walparn
Anil
Winslow Irvin
M'Kay
White
Alessy
Bella
Doctrines and Lodges Move Meeting of British Masons
A fragmented report describes the British Masons Association planning a move for a Friday meeting. It mentions Prime Minister Hughes and various lodge officials, noting delays and intended reorganization. The piece hints at anticipated actions and key figures while preserving unclear details.
Unclear Text Addresses Mr Bowser and Mr Waowenr Views
Fragmented OCR passage discusses Mr Bowser and Mr Waowenr hosting and attending community meetings on a Sunday. Mentions legal or civic matters, municipal actions, and a reference to Justice and Community involvement. Names appear garbled, with several sentences indicating planned discussions and potential actions.
Undefined sports fragment relates to local bowling event chaos
Fragmentary OCR text shows scattered names and phrases about a bowling event or teams in Bowls, OH. No coherent actions, results, or dates are readable to summarize a clear sports outcome or participants.
Tanganiat Stock Sale Note Appears Muddled
Fragmented OCR text shows a stock sale notice with many garbled names and phrases. It mentions Tanganiat, multiple numbers, dates, and places like Ames or similar, but the readable facts are minimal and unclear. The item reads like a public sale or financial notice with uncertain specifics and dates.
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Pesnvany
Lieut. H. Matheson
Seporb
Asiago Plaza
Edival-Bella
Alo Indios Sud
Fortany & Com
Stltion
Dyott Dawlt
Ible
aCrigalo
Nellie Bioware
Menon
R. Little i
Minoo
H. Lima
M. Evann
Coghill
St. Lauriocis
Ingamelly
M. Moore
Flean
Duntop
Qounuil
Mio
W. ML
Haghes
Mintelury
Mathiow
Lumlil
Aumin
Miles
Anton Uhob
Reagan
Mr. Bowsers
Mr. Waowenr
Min
Logerdine
Beechworth
Geelong
Ston
de. Waller
Baashworth
Cummon
Wll
Jody Abrgonns
Lettie Medical
Wievenan
Eielene Ee Fey Jonge
Walton
Bowahwarsh
Munley
Meee Phemen
Kleldiiad
Patie
Lellonnhs
Anelyilitie Wien
Hillier Ruby Area
Waris
Moses
Cathy Qi
Dovley AG
Cetue
el Wan Barmiers
Tines Seow
Uae
Ely
Ate le
Annaly
Diode Abslaband
Lb Agi
Amaier Nace
Randy Hie Fay
Avin
Erly LE
Mlle
al Rat Src
Kang Poe Ayp
Watten Viale
Sural Fords
Ob Sluiva
Boeb
Bulloche Auld
Eve LE
Hpill Bate Works Wold
al Ty Fey
Tanganiat
Lendl
Tangatioh
SRI Dannarys
Sheng and Ratte
Bapaca Vitoridanios
Bapaca Vitoridanios Wasardnd Uke Stipe Anil Sef Newham Wold
Cathe Rae
Oenmalord Sewer
Pettetewod
Tan Vatons
Chris. Stolz
Collin
Fuynieler
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