Mechanics Institute Meeting Promotes New Book Fund
The Benalla Mechanics Institute held a small subscriber meeting chaired by Dr. Barrington. The report shows a balanced year with income from subscriptions and a government grant, plus a net addition from a successful flower show and bazaar. The committee proposed new funds, lectures, a book catalogue, and a billiard table, with £60 set aside as a nucleus for expansion.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Benalla Mechanica’ Institute
Barrington
Garrand
Institute
Gerrand
Benalla Shire
W. Lawford
Jackson
Nish. Rurotion
A. C. M‘connan
Rossel
Pyne
Moore
W. Parkes
Children to Beach Trip Suggested by Correspondent
A reader urges the editor to arrange a real treat for children by taking them to Sandringham Beach. The plan proposes shelter, a rugged shore, and shallow water for dipping, with a four hour rail journey from Be nalla at 7 am, returning about 6 pm. Provisions would be bought in Melbourne, funded by public subscriptions to avoid child fares.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sim
Sandringham
Brighton
Doan
Bright
Benaila
Melbourne
Youra
Oto
Fearless rescue at Shepparton saves drowning girl
A brave rescue occurred at the Goulburn and Broken rivers junction near Shepparton where Jack Thompson and Eric O Brien saved Millie M Kenna from drowning. Thompson freed Millie from water, tore off clothing to free her, then carried her to shore with O Brien s help. Dr Florance and Dr Welchman aided after arrival. Millie survived, praised Thompson and O Brien for plucky action.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Shepparton
Tuga
Goulburn
Broken Vars
Ories
Jack Thompson
L Thompson
Eric O'Brien
M‘kenna
M'Kenna
Thompson
O’callaghan
Millie M‘kenna
Mpson
Gnally
O'Brien
Ate
Misa Kinnear
Mooroopna
Florance
Epparton
Yan Wd
M‘konnn
Plovance
Welchman
Commercial local markets stock sale dull and prices ease
John M Namata and Camper held their usual stock sale at the Corpora yard on Tuesday last with a small forward yarding and dull competition. Fat cattle ranged from £6 10s to £7 18s for bullocks and £5 10s to £5 17s 8d for cows, store cattle £5 to £5 16s, fat wethers 14s to 14s 9d, crossbred ewes 12s 6d to 14s, aged Marino ewes 8s 6d to 8s 10d. 27 fat bullocks sold privately for Mr Cameron and others. consignments from Melbourne agency sold for Messrs McIvor and partners. Sheep fair but demand weaker. pigs few and prices dull. Cattle prices generally eased. sheep yarding good but cautious buyers due to dry spell and fires. M Namnam reports holding sale planned for Tuesday next but harvest slowed turnout.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John M'Namata
Camper
Gow
Atore
Marino Ewe
Thos Cameron
Add Siakll
W. Burns
M‘farlane
E. Lennox
Melbourne
M'Ivor
Scholes
Reilly
Ginnivan
Lynch
Murphy
Mamara
M. Q. M'Namnun
Dookie Racing Weights and Hobart Cup Result
Racing notes list weights for Dookie hurdle and handicap events with runners like Fruce Larrikin Drover Grasshopper and Willow Aladdin. Hobart Cup results show Newmarket winning by a length from Bingle and Admirer in a dead heat for second. Rhapsody praised for versatile form. Bowling and athletics results and upcoming meeting details included.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fruce
Larrikin
Drover
Grasshopper
Doubtful Nill
Willow
Aladdin
Alice
Tailoress
Mar Nasi
Silver Tocks
Miss Deerywood
Maytive
Lanisaire
Lottion
Manceuvie
Larnkin
Tranaganl
Sustium
Sunabine
Noma
Gownwerdie
Ding Dong
Mannson
Silver Locks
Will Tell
Bill
Jowangardie
Manclayre
Tein
V.R.O
Flemington
Caulfield
Superview
Dodger
Tog Tate
Spy
Newmarket
Bingle
Admirer
Rhapsody
Bath
Neeaton
Hobart
Local Agency Listings Advertise Variety of Goods
G Pulllaps operates as agent for Aust Lite A service and other firms offering a wide range of items including coffee, separators, clothing rags, utensils, science-like goods, and household wares. The notice lists numerous firms and product lines with cash purchases offered, indicating a general sales or catalog advertising page.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
G. Pulllaps
Everard Bros
Neil
Sea Serpent Reported On Armadale Castle Voyage
Captain Robinson aboard the Armadale Castle claims a sea serpent was encountered on 20th December 1804 near the ship’s bow. The creature struck the hull, measured about 57 feet overall with a 8 foot head and 2 foot tail curve, greenish brown with dark spots, sank tail first after crew halted the engines. Captain Allan notes the tale as credible and asks readers to identify the creature.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
N. Allan
Aberdeen
Welbourne
J.C. Robinson
Armadale Castle
Onptain Robinson
Castle Line
Robinson
Dog
General items from distant ports and events prompt wide interest
A collage of late 19th to early 20th century notes reports various happenings. Topics include cattle and butter grading debates in Victoria, Russia unrest, New South Wales coal disputes, Australia rabbit exports, bogus bonds in France, a notable sports figure's death, religious establishment debates in France, Canadian subsidy terms for mail steamers, an electric light bowling tournament in South Melbourne, withdrawal of white troops from the West Indies, costly military engagements in Europe, and mixed maritime incidents near Adelaide.
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Angarie
N S.W
Tein
Loudun
Victoria
Fembera
C. Council
Newcastle
Westphalia
Russia
Mordialloc
Australia
Taverner ix
London
Consolidated Goldfields of South Africa Ltd
France
Joseph Bennett
Billield
Coombes
Vancouver
New Zealand
South Melbourne
West Indies
Germany
Chronic Constipation Treated With Stomach and Liver Tabs
A NSW reader reports chronic constipation improved by Chamberlains Stomach and Liver Tablets. Four tablets twice weekly maintained regular bowels. author notes lasting benefit from use and recommends continued use aided by local sale. Also notes estimated Victoria wheat yield around 18 million bushels, down from prior year. The Australasian reporter cites personal observation and data from other growers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gillett
Msqey Walgelt
N.S.W
Waler
Chamberlain
Efret
Victor Say
Honalla
Viesouay Waar
Victoria
R.D
Australasian” Agricultural
Caution for Travelers on Water Safety
Cautionary notice advises travelers to exercise care with drinking water. It urges securing a bottle of Chamberlain's Cholera and Diarrhea Remedy before leaving home to prevent illness or delays. Includes country names and local references.
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Colle
Kennedy
Lor Sale
Jomnint
Benalla
Wieter Boy
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A. Miller and Co
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Rma
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Robt
Ledger
Wolnan
Miss Lelievris
Weige-street
Banalla West
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M. Q. Mnamara
Hull
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E. Ryan
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AML Kinin
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Speedwell Bicycles
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Allowar
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Bigcles
Frederick A. Bird
Nunn
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Henvast
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Swanston Stret
Culling Street
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Crain Dealon& Ceneral Commission
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Renard
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T. Robinson & CO
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Horvon Duncan
General Commission
Deventan
KB. J. Hooper Toye
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Raton
W. H. Jackson
Tatlok Dasiren
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Marie Tulitis
Crow Tien
Lenuher
Svea Muster
Maccout
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Katoomba
Adelaide
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Sydney
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Tarasi Heights
Anata
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Hess
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