Duck Shooting Amid Swamps Draws Hy Uals Shooters
Duck season opens in Victoria with many Hyualls visitors visiting Alstriet swamps. Birds are plentiful in Tooalitlen but air scarce due to high water. Winton reports rough seas and downed beams with several shots private. Local shooters including Mie Brigg and W Donalel secure birds. others miss due to wading.
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B. Briggs
Himsolf
McCardel
Mie
W. Donalel
J. Cook
Winton
Myrars
Bain Broa
Eaaus
Waggarandall
C. ‘Turnbull
Taminick
Imllwood
Pungarab
Goorambat
Wm. Bamblett
Devenish
Bonalls
Producers’ Cooperative Com
Hanvasy
St. Andrew's Church
Bonalla
Conference on eradicating St John’s wort in Bright region
A Northeastern municipalities conference in Bright discussed drastic actions to curb St John’s wort. Proposals included land confiscation for failure to act, government weed certification, isolation of infected areas, and appointing a practical farmers committee to oversee eradication and aid settlers. A canning factory and freight arrangements were also suggested.
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Shira
Bright
St. John's
Wednestay
Abrahams
Sporkers
Victoria
New South Wales
Wallace
Bowman's Forest
Ovens
Agriculeurials
Ares
St. John's Wort
Fremiere
Dem
Evertop
Boreata
War claims for Haig to destroy German Army this year
A transcribed interview from a Paris journal quotes Field Marshall Sir Douglas Haig vowing total Allied munition supply and a decisive German defeat. He says Allied forces will strike at several points, break the front, and pursue absolute victory this year, asserting Germany is militarily beaten.
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Doulas Haig
Ts 4
Paria Journal
Germany
Lye
Germisny
Pasce
French Attack Fails in Lorraine Sector
In Lorraine Baveartt area the French communiere auyse-4 An enanis attack failed. We carried out more counterattack east of Meters Alsige and took prisoners. German planes bombed Dunkirk near Pompey in Moortheet Mosel causing two civilian deaths and two injuries.
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Dunkirk
Beerru
London
Wednoulay
Auyse
Enanis
Baveartt
Lorraine
Meters
Alsige
Pompey
Moortheet
Mosel
Germans Claim Success in Hand to Hand Combat
Germans report repulsing British attacks south of Sort with hand to hand fighting. They say detachments of the enemy were driven back after clashes at the front line, claiming victory and bayonet point audits.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sorte
Eastern Front Storms and Counterattacks Report
A Russian official report says German forces bombarded and penetrated trenches south of Dhavist Lake and used chemical shells. German counterattacks near Vishnos and Jacobens stalled then succeeded on two heights eastward after a day-long battle, with German gains and Russian withdrawal to a consolidated line two-thirds of a mile away.
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Comoresev
London
Wedugalay
Dhavist Lake
Vishnos Lake
Jacobeni and
Rimpoting
Jacobens
Naval aircraft raid damages near Youle Bridge in Mediterranean
The Admiralty reports a Saturday bombing raid by travel aircraft in the Western Mediterranean. The strike caused significant damage to a target south of Youle Bridge, indicating a successful mission with notable impact. The dispatch underscores ongoing Allied air operations in the theatre.
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London
Admiralty
Mediterranean
Youle Bridge
Submarine War Escalates As Ships Sink
A report from several fronts notes the White Star Amer Afric is sunk by a submarine with 11,009 tons. About five crew members perished and 17 are reported missing. Washington reports a cabinet division over arming ships, with war readiness rising and Germany’s rights being challenged. Amsterdam cites a Berlin court denying pacifist ideas about limiting submarine warfare as unrestricted hostilities continue.
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Trig
Weather Turns Warmer After Cloudy Start and Fire Scene
Yesterday’s weather started cloudy with light rain and cool, bracing air by night. In Melbourne researchers note aspirin purity claims from G R Nicholas Chemist and Solomon, while a film night at Surrey Hills Boys Brigade triggered a stampede as stairs collapsed, sending victims to hospital.
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Dhaornuik
Commonwealth
G. R. Nicholas
Melbourne
Australia
Geo B. Nicholae Mild Coy Chemiets
Vitudere Lane
Victor Say
Bensil
Pasn
Proters
Brigada
Surrey Hills
Atalra
Roll of Honor Killed in Action in France and Gallipoli
The Defence Department notified families of several fallen soldiers, including about 20 year old Private Pyle Feltham killed in France after serving in Gallipoli, and Lieut. Randall E. Carlisle killed in November in the Somme. Other casualties: Pte. W. Begelhole of North Fitzroy killed January in France and Private Henry Waddaps of the 36th Battalion, with two brothers also serving.
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P. J. Edwards
Defence Department
Gourtsney Feltham
Reef Hills
J.J. Cartialo
Randal EH
Carlisles
France
Lieut
Carlista En. Nated
Scondieutenant
Somme
Osilisie
Pre. W. Bogelhole
Rovidante
Whitfield
King Valtey
Bogelhole
W.T. Begelhole
Fergle-street
North Fitzroy
Melbourne
Begelhole
Henry Waddaps
Hanty
Carmichael
Riflemen
Australia
Waddaps
Riverion
Wounded Ford Son Wounded by Gapshot in Shoulder and Leg
Wounded Mr. Ford of Kearg reports his son Pyte Ford has been seriously wounded by a gapshot in the shoulder and leg. Friends hope for a prompt recovery and further word on his condition.
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Ford
Kearg
Pyte
Youthful Larceny and Imposition at Benalla Court
At Benalla court yesterday Reginald Ay Fraser faced two charges, namely larceny of a rug valued at 6 6 and an imposed deception involving a wooden item, a bank cheque and other papers. The evidence traced Fraser’s movements from Tutong to Patong and Tatong, linking him to a rug theft and a later attempt to obtain wool orders by deceit. The bench sentenced him to four weeks on the first charge and twelve weeks on the second, to run concurrently. Fraser claimed he came to Benalla to obtain money to return to Melbourne and pleaded youthful indiscretion.
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Benalla
Walker
Dunlop
Scott
Melbourne
Gunther
Boualla
Sodha
Bush
Mide
Patrick Burns
FP. A. Tonkin
Tatong
Woods
Mr. Bush
Acemsed
Tam
Witnes
Mlbourne
Withone
Fraser
Ganther
Wm. J. Bush
Wckot
Aid
Howe
Acgusad
Smith
Conta
Church of England meadow fete draws large crowds
The Holy Trinity Church grounds hosted a two day meadow fete to fund the church fonds. The rector Rev P J Edwards opened proceedings praising the ladies for their effort. Stalls offered produce, baked goods, needlework and clothing with brisk sales and a lively display of maypole dances and choir songs.
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Holy Teloity Church
P. J. Edwards
Sloan
Bunsu
Paul
Leak
Lewis
J. Williams
Miss Casey
Red Cross Swanpool Society Listing Donations
A Swanpool Red Cross Society meeting at Swanpool School on the tenth inst. parcels were sent to Melbourne depot with exatribations and items including twelve pro socks seven flingel shirts or bad socks miltons. Donations acknowledged from multiple members with various items including towels writing pads and cigarettes.
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Swanpool
Melbourne
M. Rabinay
Mra
Ashburn
Newton
Miss Roblevon
A. Datniy
Bonalla Red Cross Society Meeting At Rachabite Hall
Aba Benalla committee of the Bonalla Red Cross Society held a Tawaisy afternoon session in Rachabite Hall with presiding president Mosdamos Walker and members Knox Wardrop 14tha McNamara Farlana Elshang and Sherwill. A vote of thanks to Mrs Pyuo and others was noted and donations received in recognition of their work. Registration fees of 2/6 per worker were approved for Central Depot Melbourne with funds to the local branch. Bank balance reported at £340 2s 19d and cash on hand £10 8d. various donations acknowledged and afternoon tea served.
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Benalla
Aba
Bonalla Red Cross Society
Mosdamos Walker
Knox, Wardrop
14Tha
M¢Namara
Mfarlana
Elshang
Sherwill
Mra
Pyao
Shorwill
British Red Cross Society
Ta Aygister
Wnti
Melbourn
Fonda
Mea
Berylius
Beasus Bowling Club Briggs rink wins four straight
Briggs' rink of T. W. Williams F G Rosell H B Hiscock and B. Briggs defeated all four opponents in a row. Wangaratta lost to Corowa by four points in the John Tweed Trophy match played at Corowa on Wednesday 7th inst. Attempts to arrange matches for the Piggin Shield were unsuccessful with no Benalla or Wangaratta teams available on the planned days. Wangaratta has accepted a challenge from Albury while awaiting future fixtures.
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Beasus
Briggs
T. W. Williams
F G Rosell
H. B. Hiscock
B. Briggs
Mandy
Cooke
Balor
Gascoigne
Torma
Ailoo
Martin
Han
Wangaratta
Corowa
John Tweed
Bonally
Benulla
Albury
Racing Club Permissions In Wangaratta Area Debated
Representations to the Chief Secretary on behalf of the Wangaratta Art Club sought permission for a new club named St Patrick's Day Racing Club to conduct race meetings at Wangaratta. Officials noted the Wangaratta club’s prior curtailment, funds spent on improving the course, and assurances that rights to race on a trust vested course would not be granted. The St Patrick's Day club claimed possible permission from Chiltern Railway County for race on its course, with local officials considering extra race days. The Be nalla Excolator Plate winner The Soar faced a second-place defeat by Poi Paste at Moonee Valley, trailing by two lengths.
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Wangaratta Art Club
Clab
St. Patrick's Day Racing Club
Wangaratia
Wangarats
Ron
Ghief
St. Patrick's Day Club
Chiltern Rsolay Olu
Benalla
Moonee ‘Alley
Poi Paste
Wmart Tao
BTS
Alleged Illegal Detention Over Wedding Presents
At Bonalla court yesterday Mary Mason charged that she detains and wrongfully kept wedding presents valued at £10. Witness Louisa Mason, widow of Herbert Mason, described gifts including silverware and jewelry given before marriage, later claimed by Mrs Mason. Defence argued no valid demand and wrong party sued. verdict allowed £11 against the complainant.
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Bonalla Cour
Betora Mowrs
Clarke
Louisa Mason
Herbert Mason
Mary Mason
Wosonys
Bonalla
Mason
Mra. Mason
Mr Brown
Emily Hogat
Mr. Mason
Maxon
Shy
Brown
Hye
Herbart Mazon
Fortnightly Live Stock Sale Report at Corporation Yards
Bonalla auctioneers M Namara Co report a large yarding at the Corporation yards Beall on Tuesday. Prices ranged with heavy stock and thin demand, but overall tone steady to firm. Cattle and sheep sold well including top fat ewes at 34 shillings, fat cattle to 34 shillings, and light weights around 12 to 15 pounds. buyers from Toranoh attended.
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M'Namara & CO
Bonalla
Corporation Yards
Bonilla
Ib Wwe
Vias
Melbourne
Ximall Euckers
Watts, Turnbule & C
Watts, Turnbull & Co
Beall
ST. James Sali
Greco, Manning and Co
St. Jummus
Bonalta
Warrwongs
Pelery
Ware
Erusgheot
Fim
Mervingies
Merivo Wes
Crommlotrd Ames
Merine
Victorian Producers' Cooperative sale reports strong demand
The Victorian Producers' Cooperative Company Ltd held a fortnightly sale at Bealls Corporation yards with large attendance. Sheep cattle and pigs showed a lively market, pricing firm for store sheep and young ewes, higher for crossbred ewes, and buyers from multiple districts active. Next sale announced for Tuesday February 27.
Great Dairy Herd Sale at Dookivy Aims for High Prices
J Namama & Co report a fall sale of dairy cattle, cattle and pigs at Dookivy with a large turnout and strong demand. Buyers paid top rates for cows, heifers, milking stock and stock feeds, while the Great Dairy Herd Sale boasts high prices and steady turnover amid busy auction activity.
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J. Mnamaga & Co
Enport
Marion
Rink
Uae
Fraier
Lotte
Ale
Pete
Best Ab Westiers
Hove
Je M'Namary & Oy
Phil
Andereson & Co Tauctionoere
Curijonetiun
Ronawivell
Springer
Recruiting Conference Sparks Rural Military Rally
A tumult of lines and voices describes a recruiting conference for soldiers representing states, with Major Weir and Captain Edwards leading debates. Delegates clash over leadership, strategy, and the push to rally volunteers, touching on public support, referendum influence, and preparations for a forthcoming mobilization drive.
Untitled Narrative Fragment From Benalla Voyage
Fragmentary report recounts a long journey toward a tollway station near Benalla with multiple names and places garbled by OCR. The text mentions Me Pirnene Gantval af Teeeuliing and various travelers, tollways, and delays, ending with a displaced, unclear sequence of names and events.
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Violettown
Sentinel
Seymone
Murray
Farmora
Snapparton
Stricktown
Euro
Busans Railway Oevrorace Tuceyien
Mosors
Raiily Bros
Sheppartin
Railway Department
Molvarne
Messrs. Reilly Bros
Geo. Sutton
Railwaya
Jewro
Tyanax
Sir Douglas Haig
Corman
Se Corman
Keven
Ruston
Mostecandsci
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America
Washington
Shipy
Wilson
Pacificus
Hno
Jon
Mediterranese
Amsterdam
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Copurt
Max
Min
Church OF England
RED Cross Society
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Ontanle
Bayer Procent
Dawn
Ae Conielre
J. Cooke
Batt Bey EL
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Lincoln
Riva
Buconors
Gn-operative Ga. Ltd. Poport
Bealls
Olfonta
Yla
Devarha
Ewes Wethers
E. Rids
Wathore
Uoly EL. Moore
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Ewes
Tuo
Crawhord
Ismh
B. G. Gregerson
Vite
Pritchard
Jan. Wabster
Wonner
M Kvene Jan
Blawom
Bie Sisdon
Biawe W. Groan
Ram
A. Ke
Coatolloe
Hy. Goony
Pat Careat
Alu G. Monen
Bull
Tom
Willis Little
T. Bll
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J. Ginnivan
Ballocks
Balllouk
Vowder
Stora Gatto
W. Dovale
D. Smith
Donulh
T. Moyrton
St. W. Heywood
Benaltenls
Tooaday
Paliewary
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Dee
Carter
Roel Vauditlin
Monte
Vhs
Tinont Yneting Ul Bypolume Haye Bai
Alegerital Pane Nf
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Pretine Nyhit Bady
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Mtvadkinis
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Ley
Briding
Clley
Sid Thew
Melbournn
Cendalee
Catlisht
Deleganes
Edwards
Clemnea
Taing
Lsu
Nish
Reanjaald
Mpa
Prinvdogs
Growlon
Ganloe
Sergavnt
Tony
Mr. Macksoani
Ronnie Walt
Yarrawanga
Benalls
Bo Serveeville
Aihdromr
Trannin
Capbell
Frank Ted
Lavy
Lewy
Mr. Mackinnon
McChomnan
Mr Ke
Qatar
Tibet
Alan
Oatammil
Pau
Andiruur
Ieee
Harsh Iwin
Svn
FF Petnehani
Matere
Aisuanaanaty Ie Rovers
Hepburn Spa
M. Ryan
Bridge Street
Lamon Squasn
Brooke
Tnt
Yule
Wheiniwwn Baushw
Levies
Unni & Vine
Beiven
Lemos
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