Veiled social notes from Devenish and surrounding district
A stream of community items records events at the Royal Hotel with dances and toasts, a Victorian Farmer’s gathering, and a Devenish branch meeting. Also mentioned are a school college event, engagements, a widow with three sons and a daughter, and the death of Mr James W Anders at Armadaly. The tone reflects local social life and regional names and dates from the era.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lake Rowaws
Armadaly
James W. Anders
Yosts
Aus
Chelata
Anderson
Kiven
Les, Ardéranu
Tske Rowan
Doco Ier
Obituary of David Culaan Colson of Wangaratta
David Culaan Colson of South Wangaratta died Monday at 81 after pneumonia. Born in London he lived in Sydney and goldfields before settling in Wangaratta South. He served as Shire representative for Mokona, led Ovens and Murray Agriculture Society, and was active in the Church of England. Survived by wife and many children and in-laws, married in 1912 golden anniversary noted. Remains interred in Wangaratta cemetery with service by Canon One.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
David Culaan
South Wangaratta
Belog Pneumonis
London
Via
Wye
Sydney
Wangaretta
Mokona
Benalla
Bath
Wis Ovens
Murcay
Church of England
David W
John
Henry
Albert. G
Erorst V
Wangaratta
South
Charles
Thornbury
Mesdames J. Tippett
Wangandary
J. Bower
Winton
A. Gerrard
Death of Yarrawonga man aged v2 after illness
Mr Josophy Ford of Yarrawonga died on Toeeday from what is described as pain monic influenza after eight days. He served 17 years with Mr F W Ledger and was aged at death. He was known in the district for twenty years as a skilled violin player at dances. He attempted enlistment in the war but was rejected due to a condition. During the war he played for 137 dances gratis. Nearby reports note farmyard sheep killings and theft of metal items including silver objects and wire from property. authorities at Staxparo Star are said to be involved in investigating the incident.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Josophy Ford
Yarrawonga
F. W. Ledger
Bow
Shepparton
Dookle
Wangaratta
Queen's Ward
Narsea
Melbourne
Barry
Sod
Messie
Notcott
Parbrick
Mra
Takel
Jadga Williams
D. W. Carmody
Whoronly
Melbourne Hospital
Eridey
Benalla to Tatong Railway Trust Adjourned Meeting
Adjoined meeting of the Bovalls to Patong Railway Construction Trust held on Wednesday with attendees including Wook president, Haaney, Qowan, Glanived, Dallas and Roe. Financials show £16 the interest of £1018 4/11 credited to the sinking fund. land payments and crossing offer debated. Secretary noted land tax details and the railroad crossing offer was withdrawn.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bovalls To Patong
Wook
Haaney
Qowan
Glanived
Dallas
Roe
Roaury
Oram Sulleiter
Bigohintt
Llich Wan Oligrad
Fran D. Harthion
Bonalla EU
Tha Ling
Kallwap
Hia
Jos
V. Elvrlson
Ackad
Ledyig Brast
Gaecalyna & Mlecock
Parkingon
Benalla Public Hospital Memorial Appeal Proposed
A Returned Soldier writes urging Benalla to fund a public hospital as a memorial to servicemen. He argues a hospital would ease suffering, reduce costs, and benefit families, with readers urged to contribute funds and land for the project. He notes rival towns and cites delays in hospital access as reason to act now.
Welcome Home Devenish Soldiers Honored in Lled Ball
A large crowd gathered in Lled Hibernian ball, Deveniaby oo, to welcome Lieut. H Lighton, Corpral W Love, Lance-corporal UO Batey, and Private M Lotosh. The event featured the Thooos brass band, speeches by local officials, medal presentations, and a final dance as cheers rang out for the returning soldiers.
Welcome Home Reception For Mitchell And Hepburn At Mokoan West
A Wednesday evening gathering in Mokoan West welcomed Lieut Mitchell and Sergeant J Hepburn back from service. The event opened with the National Anthem, featured a well received program, and a speech by Lieut Colonel Martin. Medals were awarded to Mitchell and Hepburn, with further honors and a song. Local officials and community members praised the men for their service as dancing continued into the night.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wedessday
Mitchell
J. Hepburn
Martin
J. Western
Tica
Lyent
Michabell
Hepburnmith
DLC
Hawimoud
Valedictory to Mr and Mrs J B Nicol held in Thoons Hall
A valedictory for Mr and Mrs J B Nicol and Nicol family was held in Thoons Hall on Thursday evening with large attendance despite cold weather. A committee oversaw arrangements and E Jones served as chairman. The program featured singing and recitations by local talent and a district representative praised the Nicol family before Mr Nicol spoke. Supper was provided by ladies and the night ended with dancing.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mra
J. B. Nicol
Biles Nicol
Thoreday
M Ulodholm
O. Ssigwand
D. Fords
D. Blackmore
H. Abbott
T. Swann
Mr. E. Jones
Whiteshurch
Nicol
District News Beechworth and Surroundings Recap
Beechworth reports a death after a Peace celebration night. Walton Armstrong of Wooragee died suddenly after returning home ill, leaving a widow and several children. Local school committee notes honor awards for War Savings Certificates and a district roll of honor project. Regions Goulburn Valley, Emu Bridge, and Wangaratta feature influenza cases, hospital updates, and memorials as communities respond to the health and wartime efforts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wille
May
Sinclair
John Harrison
Wills
Gonoootlop
Lois
Franke
G. Marlly
Gonege
Jack Willis
Noyen Jack
Jamen May
Bartio Fo
Toondey
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Honalrust
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Harris Wattle
Themis
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Hu Royal Hotel
Will
Sadie Hluke
Wausau
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Deveniaby
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Lance-corporel UO
Batey
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Thooos Brass
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Kilimony
Moo Cleary
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Victoria
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