Referendum Results Show Large Anti Government Majority
The nationwide referendum yielded a substantial majority against the Labor Government’s proposed constitutional powers. NSW and most states rejected both the legislative powers extension and the monopolies financing plan, with totals around 250,000 and 241,000 respectively. Officials noted the overall turnout was low and that full results would be released later in the week.
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Western Australia
Victoria
LVL
Obituary notices for Joseph Smith and others in Benalla
Obituary notices report the death of Joseph Smith after a four day illness from gastroenteritis. Born in Lancashire, he moved to the colony in 1851 and became a respected bricklayer in Benalla. He married Flocened Breakell in 1872. survived by five sons and four daughters including Mrs. John Hall and Mrs. W. Howship. Remains interred in Benalla Cemetery after a funeral conducted by Rev. B. Wade. Additional notices cover Mr. John Bookless, a longtime district resident who died in Ravenshaw Hospital, and Mr. Charles J. Tattam whose father died in South Yarra. The piece closes with a reflection on human frailty and a plug for Cham berlain's Tablets as a family remedy.
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Joseph Smith
Smith
Lancashire
Benalla
Flocened Breakell
John Hall
W. Howship
Dec
B. Wade
W. G. Abbott
John Bookless
Maryborough
Ravenshund
Australia
Jani
Edi
Sherish
Queensland
Kilgaray
Chas. Tattam
C. J. Tattam
Bonilla
Charles ‘Latta
Viola
Paul-street
South I Yarra
Mee Tattam
Lands Department
Echuca
Tattam
Ines
Goulburn Valley
Fames Shell
Stanley Snell
Peivr
Convielione
Waraugy
Layton
Gayton
Nike
Shepparton
Newby
Hariquet
Gouneillor W. NX
Wiloun
Hi Wad Mead
Viv Water Supply
Quinanssion
Cattanach
Muad
Mead
Guttanach
Holy Communion celebration at St Josephs Church
On Sunday morning a large gathering at St Josephs Church celebrated the annual Holy Communion followed by a breakfast with about 180 attendees from the Bonalle and Devenish branches H.A.C.B S., old boys, Ss Josephs school, and parish youth. The event honored Bishop Reville who spoke on HALCBS aims and the value of joining, while community leaders and present attendees expressed gladness at his health return and his remarks.
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St. Joseph's Church
Holy Comunion
Bonalle Vd Devenish
H.A.C.B S
Ss.Joseph's School
Ravilly
Elsworth
Ferguson
Geelong
HUA
Ryan
Eibeworth
Reville
Treliud
Rone
Furgason
Pishe
Sullivan
W. Darey
Davine
Vonslsion
Kindergarten Demonstration at Trinity Grammar School
A kindergarten demonstration led by Miss Strong at Trinity Grammar School showcased gentle classroom control, child friendly activities, and a Goldilocks story drawn by pupils. The event featured teacher praise, a crayon drawing exhibit, and plans for new instructors after Miss Strong’s upcoming departure.
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Trinity Grammar School
Kandorgerton Leach
Wwe
Hie Terchur
Miss Strong
Gimumar School
Sell
Miss Strom
Nee Strong
Sveral Indies
Wade
Rural Worker Union Austens Wage Scale Plan Amid National Talks
The Rural Worker Union of Austen reports a coordinated nationwide push with the Waters Australian Farm Workers Union to align wage scales across states under Commonwealth influence. The minutes detail 1911 12 wage rates for harvest hands, drivers, and dairy workers, plus overtime, housing, and female equal pay, urging state legislation modeled on the Shearers Hut Accommodation Act and New Zealand rules.
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Austen
Hitlet
Waters Australian Farm Workers’ Union
Owas Mory
Commonwealth
Abison Court
Fallawang
Stork
Ganural Hinds
Prddack
Howe
Thatcher
Butler
Chowne
Cemrmory
Ohuesu
Itl Grausen
Weijghars
Nawager
Horne and Hunt
New Zealand
Swanpool Butter and Patent Medicine Ad
Local advertisement lists Swanpool Butter and Mooragay products for sale by storekeepers Won Dawa and Gove A fills Mackenzie and J Weatherill at Hounda and B A Loakin Swanpool stores. Mentions Peppermint Cure as a remedy for coughs and general health, urging readers to buy a bottle and not give up.
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Swanpiool
Mooragay
Tory A Booning
Won
Dawa
Gove A
Mackenzie
J. Weatherill
Atorekeepers
Hounda
B.A
Loakin
St Kekeeper
Swanpool
Adot
District News and Notes From Baddaginnie
The district notes report Mr J Head recovering from a serious lung hemorrhage and hoping to return home soon. Teacher Mr Tysoe returns to duty after 21 days sick leave, and Mrs Simpson aged 82 is mentioned alongside local hospital matters. The item includes various local happenings from Greta to Swanpool with multiple minor incidents, court notes, and community updates.
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J. Head
Head
Tysoe
Baddaggy State School
Factory Welcomes New Directors and Re-elected Board
May 1 arrival at the factory marks cordial greetings to Mr and Mrs Athorn. New directors Are Heaney J.P and Redding, with old directors re elected except W Harrison. Henry DeMamiel and Mrs DeMamiel celebrate their golden wedding. In Yarranora a domestic servant arrest over birth concealment case ends with remand to Wangaratta hospital.
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Athorn
Munir Heaton
Heaney
M. J.P
Redding
Rt Mil
IV, Tarrison
Wariuck Hing
Benalla Fire Brigade Chief Office Report Readied
The annual inspection of the Benalla Fire Brigade, conducted in April, documents the Hydrants, pump capacity, and water supply. It notes 100 000 gallon rural capacity, two outlets, and power lines, with detailed pipe and valve layouts. remarks on maintenance, testing, and readiness for future operations.
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Chhaftitiou Maeshall
Benalla
Anddery
Fies Umakuts
Elevon Tarvhus
Momlitrs
Corinne Tink
Miller's
Boitalla
Atarkorl
Haya Gelig
Leon Fiji
Cricket match report with varied names and incomplete text
The fragment describes a cricket innings with several players named such as Benatle, Wangatathe, Hae Bune, and Grant. Details include scores like 2 wickets for 124 and 172, mentions of players like Nolan, M Keo, and Lyndeshana, and references to bowlers and fielding. The mistimed OCR yields numerous garbled phrases and inconclusive outcomes.
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Bosanne Y. Wasiamernt
Eevaen
Mately
Ale
Baltine
Benalla
Chun Clusal
Gilion Makine
Grant
Grant Brawl
Ken Piero
Chant Wearron Nolan
Goughyert Sn
Diwon
Fovahor
Hickey
Ro Wekar Wath
M'Keo Senay
Husky
Martin
Wheat
Ailey
M. Nolan
Kidney Pills and Backache Relief Advert
An advertisement touts Down's Kidney Pills as a cure for backache and kidney pain. It features testimonials by Ruined Malice Cone and Thorne Reilly praising relief, improved function, and restored energy. The copy urges readers to purchase from Foster MoClellan Co. and lists price and address details for Sydney buyers.
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Lowrit
Thorne Reilly
Malice Cone Stable
Hanae Street
Beuallaysys
Diane
Byskiteho
Keuliey
Reilly
Vale of Doan
Cusnebs
Weldopers al
Pan Bor
Aix Hoxcey
Fostar MoCtellan Ou
Sydney
Duan
The Debate Over Women and Conformity in Society
A reader reflects on gender norms and the pressure on women to conform to dress and behavior. The piece critiques social controls that stigmatize nonconformity and praises virtuous conduct as a path to respectability.
Face washing with home remedy hints for delicate skin
The article describes a facial care routine using simple ingredients like water and certain additives. It warns avoiding glycerin and recommends cautious application to avoid clogging pores, promoting a subtle glow without excessive hair growth or shine, and suggests mixing with water for delicate skin.
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Pires
ToGo
Delhi
Definition of a Farmer and the Lost Luck Tale
Fragmented OCR reads like a satire on farmers and labor in a social drift. It mentions a former farmer, legal and social tensions, and reflections on luck and work. Names and clear events are unclear. the piece intertwines questions of identity, class, and national concerns.
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Tle
Holman
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Tual
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Chanberlain
Reopistter
TeLafayette
Webb Building
Collins ST
Melbourne
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Lafayette
Collins 38T
Henry Vallender, Nunn Trent
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Simpson
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Gandals
James Highiay JR
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Tate
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London
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Upotipotpon
Desist Pane
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St. Dunstan's Church
Shyeli Wan
Phu Musee May Panter
Saul Mayraulf Symmes
Notad
Parkokon
Briendly Sociatios
M. Scott
Wangaratya
Supernior
Borla
Joe. King
Boordwman
J. Ey Preston
Patrick Ronmhody
Mea
Byrne
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Moyhu
Newlay
W.T. Jones
Gowen
Iain
Ashorn
Swanpool Raptor
Yarrawong
Corable Johnson
Nellig Meynolids
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Reynolds
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Myanwiy
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Ince
Hittin
Cmlinl
Carrie
Wuman
Tienid Caliente
Erandal
Cussii
Dan Holliickens
Tim
Tiseillectine
Zisk
Tolietsia
Miller's Big Store
Avigir Eo Ewlt Manteation Wealthy Mle
Veicvila
Tal Hugot Arn Ebay Mn
A. Miller & CO
Benalla's Shopping Center
Rossela
Stuck, Station
Genekal
Nunn
Necoleard
Letiotie
Muleel
Teeity Vitale
Sarah
Zualasuluas
CIV Mutual
Livi Assia
Vaile Natety
Hubnsdy
SNS
Legene
Il Kagan Co
T.rowinsen
Trent
Veil Kriweyle
WLM
Maitreiby
Winveeliner
Yo Pier Yau Awon
Tantgrerilian
Pn Sale
Aston
Pallor Howe
Avnitiwa
Mfivalie
Kevarsleaghiuttin Betuues
Aabye
Serauil
Bisrwwtoess Pai
Fea
Baanplir
Wrytow
Cunairy Larval
Tenia
Howick
Evel Pate Fracas Woll
Demenhy
Avivurvet
Kemi Woah
Lewn
Tervinnat WU
Hugh Bath
Gariteas
Greta Shrow
Chanvraig
Gorveneal
Chane Greatoad
Rower Irnamery
Tassie Frematiaggr
Agervend
Hinde Pomtitions & Haak
Puget Bo Cheap
BRK Works
Vriow
Isims
Huey
Vk Hk Oo
Ory Os
PTL
Oley
Ee Minamaka
Renee Te Aewl Aw Varke
Wee. Turnable & CO
Huw and
Nuts Apacer
Huw
Avan Puppy
KOSH
Winge Steret
H MW
Clarke al Sulicu
STM
Eee Newtiller Meare
PQS
SUNY
Kes Natunal Tru
Vid Goren
Malgolin Conner Lavda Vie Mie
Tos Walt
SLADE
Armes
AWD
LMS
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