Special Trains as Usual and Help Wanted Ads
A garbled collection of job notices and business offerings from Melbourne area papers. Listings include trappers, servants, cooks, an agent, and a factory manager post at Ellia Street South Yarra, plus a new shop by Mrs Payne offering low prices on clothing and school books.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lawrence Globe Dye Works
I Ellia Street
South Yarra
Melbourne
Payne
Stampa
Buys' Jersays
Ashmead Death On Active Service In France
Family notices mourn the loss of Lieut. C. G. J. Ashmead of Sydney on active service in France. He is named as third son of Mr. and Mrs J. W. Ashmead of Bourne Villa Winton North and brother to several siblings. Also memorials for Fisher, remembered by Norman Fisher and family, noting the loss of his wife on September 14 and the enduring memory in their hearts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Family Circle
Ashmead
Franca
C. G. J. Ashmead
Syd
J. W. Ashmead
Bourne Villa
Winton North
Alber
Reuben
Clarenos
Anerioa
Clifton
Witteworth
M. Corker
Hansonville
Fisher
Wlorcio
Tomory
Norman
Fiehor
Central War Loan tour plans reach rural districts
The Central War Loan committee unveils three model ranks touring country districts during the seventh war loan. Itinerary starts after the town officially opens by Mr Watt, visiting Daylesford Bendigo and Goulburn Valley towns with stops at Yarrawongs Telford Tangamab St James and more before Mansfield. Meetings note receipts and member changes in Benalla and Meenstone.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hein
Sevestt War Loax
Central War Loan Committee
Watt
No. & Tour
Daylesford
Bendigo
Goulburn Valley
Yarrawongs
Telford
Tangamab
St. James
Toowday
Deventah
Benulla
Glenrowan
Waogaratts
Ewt
Baddaginnie
Wiolsttown
Tallarook
Mansfield
Varigay
Meonastea' Iseritute
Kishang
Dhal
Billluedeoom
Library Autheorlphons
Dlecognt
Pho Whrarlan
Kf. K. Williaine
Willis
Mossy
Ldovy
Lawford
Lonnan
M‘lonnan
Benalla
John Nicholls
Kale Ycorlle
M'Lenton
Local Court Proceedings and Upcoming Drill Hall Sale
A report covers multiple court actions including Perry Sraston and others with adjournments, damages awarded to George Lodger against W. F. Rhodes, and a case by Matilda Wincholl regarding child support. The note adds a Drill Hall event Saturday night with refreshments and admission, plus an advertisement teaser for a forthcoming sale led by Mr. P. Ginnivan and Mr. Herbert Ledger handling the event logistics.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George Lodger
Lowers
W. F. Rhdes
Cass
Matilda Wincholl
W. Harris
Ciurl
Brown
Auvin
Wasce
Cusaine Lane
Ginnivan
Herbert Ledger
Gun Club Handicaps At Benalla Meet And Busy Birds
On Wednesday the Benalla Gun Club held a £50 starting handicap. Birds flew well testing shooters to the utmost. After fifth round divisions were settled with Meadows Daphne Stammers Down Cordite and Blackbane receiving £3 each. Subsequent rounds kept Meadows Daphne Stammers Down Cordite. Settled balances were shared by Muldown and Down. Five hundred birds were tapped in the afternoon.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Benalla
Meadows
Daphne
Down
Cordite
Blackbarne
Gordite
Muldown
Bonn “Daphoy
Bleckburne
Stammers
Dunlop
jHearcs
Wangsratts Show Returns With Big Attendance At Wangaratta
The Wangsratts show in Wangaratta ran Tuesday and Wednesday in fine weather with strong attendance including many Bealls visitors. Secretary Halligan and staff organized a smooth program with the Patriotic Law luncheon booth run by Mrs Gallander. Exhibits across classes were numerous and well received, with champions in stallions, mares, and thoroughbreds among G Luckto Federal Prince, H Hayet's Boke of Melton, and D Ricehoos Tsar Singh.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wangsratts
G. Luckto
Federal Prince
W. Cumming
Hold Agitator
Dean Bros
Commander
Stewart & Gaming
D. Ricehoos
Tsar Singh
Wilano
H. ¥. Hayeted
Boke
Melton
Azaine J. Koeeben
MF. Vogstad
PJ. Reid Hiss
Maxwell
A. W.lons Nan
W. Younger
J. R. Ghar
W. Mitchell
de. Henderson
Tn Osttle
M. IE Hyncock
Dv Bi
Busby
HT Skusbsn
Hereford
Payne
O. Bamford
F. Bidgood
Bamford
I. Knight
Lively & Son
Aingle
Tale Rose
Hancook
J. Fogarty and Son
Merinon
J.T. Woods Snd
Lucclny
W. J. Viltia
Romney Marah
W. A. Sherwill
Border Lsbosteys
E. Luckies
Lelowsteys
J. Ty Wants
Wing Stewart & Carn
M. Ki. Hancock
Goodman
J. Mann
Miosrow
W. Emery
M*lean
W. Daynes
J. Shepperd
A. Parry
Dean
W. Park
Hamburgs
W. Bark
Miller
A. Viewy
Plymouth Rocks
Wysndoting
A. J. Parey
KR. Dean
Red Sussex
Mra. M Lean
Rhode Toland Ted
W. Deyoos
G. Dasker
K. Miller
Orpingtons
Mra. M'Gibb
We Emory
Kenoy Togond
Kenny
Burford
Miluwa
J. Essotl
War bulletin from London and Paris fronts report limited artillery, raids, and prisoner gains
A French communique notes artillery tiring at Alsace and Vosges points with little big news. Allied dispatches claim gains near Gossancourt and Toeby with arrests and several prisoners, while British reports describe patrols, outpost advances, and high ground taken near Lafere and Ver mond with Belgian forces noting a four hundred metre advance after a stiff engagement.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
Vka
Gossancourt
Toeby
Daeren
Murulny
Gorasancourt
Epeby
Como
Russia under Bolshevik advance reported in abroad dispatches
A Patrograd message cites Bolshevik advances and muttered massacres as Russian forces push forward. Washington telegraphs that Petroured reports rising violence while Kiel notes a sharp skirmish near Brozilorke with light arms. Former occupants of a village reportedly wipe out a Gormyn garrison.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Taoren
London
Patrograd
Anos
Washington
Corladianla
Trols
Stuckholm
Tay
Tria
Kiel
Anil Gopmans
Villaga
Gormyn
Italian Front Report On British Offensive On Aspis Plateau
An official Italian report describes British success on the Aspisyo Plateau with heavy losses to the enemy and the capture of several prisoners. It also notes enemy counterattacks around Monteansolore and related actions during the front line fighting.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Testis
Asisyo
Monteansolore
Submarine Campaign Report From Vancouver Coast Sinking
An American tanker with 2800 troops aboard was sunk off the Hoglish Coast by Friday. Soldiers and crew were rescued. The Admiralty says the vessel was likely destroyed by enemy action.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Vancouver
Wednwatiay
Hoglish
Byiday
Admiralty
Benalla Livestock Market Prices Improve Amid Strong Demand
Benalla market reports a fair yarding of store cattle and sheep with buyers from multiple districts. Prices showed improvement across fat cattle, vealers, and lambs, led by keen demand for weaners and store stock, with notable activity from Melbourne to regional buyers and a healthy turnout at the St James yard sale.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
WATTS
Turnbull
Uy Corpurstion Yards
Benalla
Wanprrudla
Avinel Dockta
Huby
Mensvid
Melbourne
Atock
Hall
Meer
Dors Bron
Mix Worcex Wade
Atore Wothers
Prines
Jose
St. James
Bonilla
Chin Pice
Ulf
Awetweariers
Bot
Tate
Local store larceny case caps long court transcript
At Bonslle Court John Jot Barns and Arthur Gordon Sprigen faced larceny charges for stealing a varied haul between June 1 and August 24 including clothing, soap, and tools worth about £7 from A. Miller & Co. Catherine Daly faced receiving charges. The proceedings included amended informations and testimonies, with Spriggs and Daly implicated in related acts and bail set.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bonslle Court
A.miller & Go. Tarowey
Catherine Daly
A. Miller & Co
Cartdsan
Onle
Lowers
Carruvan
Daly
Buon
Tohaelig Stalin
Arthur Gordon
Wangaratts
Alexr. M.borald
Packer
A. Milter & Oy
Wangarutts
Bowen Avery
Alen
Ponturle
Piylig
Phatte
Pastor la
Sprigon
India
Cupid
Cynelable Lasford
Faulkhield
Sauda Ulla
Pridood
Hi Hind
Lowees
Hase Dutendany
Buota
Lowore
Roger Maid
Alexander RK
Eabl
Wee
Intervins
API
Lemar
Dofyndant
Huesay
Catharine Daly
Ropeletig
Children’s Ball at St James Showcased Costumes
A Snoorsefal children’s ball at St James Hall Wednesday evening to start the flower show featured prizes for best costumes. Teachers and judges, including Mr Hyunott and Mr Rowood, evaluated entries while youngsters wore a range of new outfits and the froshmen presented by the station.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
St. Junio Pintiohallan
Hyunott
Phurgnel Trotildeen
Burnitt Sud
Tha
Prrey
Alee
Gil
Jean Dean
Faigy Hoyame Vance
pickninh _ Mott
Gortume—Gith
Daley
Unclear Fragmentary Names Reported in Local Notice
Fragmentary OCR text lists numerous names and terms including Willis Richards and Lizzie Maloney, with scattered phrases about prices and weather. No coherent events or actions emerge. readable entities are inconsistent and no clear summary fact is present.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Willis Richards
Carvorow
Costami—Giel
Lizzie Maloney
Separator Case At Banana Cent sued for £519 3s
Hugo Werthelm Proprietary Co sues Mary Cook for goods sold and delivered. Details show disputes over a twenty year supply contract, machine parts, and a faulty separator with complaints of nonfunctional cords and spindles. Court actions, evidence from A G Moldway and Mr Lowers, and potential damages discussed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hugo Werthelm Proprietary Co
Mary Cook
Moosra
Thagers
Sud Hosney
South
J'Sp
Fit Brows
Lowers
Damigus
Cimleach
A. G. Moldway
Mrs. Cool
Sui Meadway
Wm. Ft
Cook
Bilder
Avid
Meadway
Enny
Roll of Honor Died on Service in Action
Defiance department informs Mr Sal Me Ashmead of North Winton that his son Lieut Syd Ashmead aged 25 was killed in action. He was a former absent teacher rising through ranks, popular and newly promoted. Two years ago a farewell was held in Winton Hall. Several other local soldiers were killed or wounded. families mourn as more casualties arrive from the war. The notice lists Private John Bryan and others, with details of their service and deaths.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Defance Department
Mrsal Me
Ashmead
North Winton
Syd
Gfth
Elim
Winton Hall
High Warnock
Silve
Ira Smit
Clem Gamble
Vic Greve
Slater
Tren Tovwitt Awbinesd
S7rh
Rigew
Larg
E. Firyee
Lone Pine
John Bryan
J. N. O'Bryan
Belvare O'Bryan
Thee O'Grady
Shepparton
France
Benalla War Wounded and Missing After Engagements
A Bonalla district report lists Wounded Mr and Mrs W Stredwigk seeking care in Teepel after a skirmish. It notes Ralph, Payne, Moylan, Laird and other locals among those wounded or missing with details from the Dolunca department and hospital transfers.
Military Medal Awarded for Gallantry in France
Borgh Major ay ac wright of Polluobla South has been awarded the Military Medal. Mr Wright, accompanied by Mrs Wood Clark of Corowa, formerly of Bonatly, saw his song Toho promoted to second lieutenant and awarded the military medal for gallantry. His late brother Pia W Clarke died recently after serving with his brother’s company briefly before death.
Benalla Red Cross Society Annual Meeting Report
The Houstly branch of the Red Cross met at Rechabite Hall on Wednesday afternoon with over 70 present. The balance sheet for the year ended August shows receipts and donations from various groups including the War Fund and schools carnival. The report notes wartime relief work, hospital visits, clothing and supplies sent, and expresses gratitude to staff and committees while detailing changes in officers and the resignation of key members.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Red Cross Society
Tua Rey
B. J. Edwarde
Gooly and Mater
Sheewill
Interear Stary
Mra. Kishau
Snrigus Jim
Elsiatg
Sora Mitten
G. Baker
Papa High
Wilpoue
Stun Bail
Australia
Kiet Truss
Haddens
Fonda
Kunall
arsTalung
Walker
Faltawas
Hiv Briaph
Une
Camnsitton
Ted Ullion
Gil
Moiwily
Lie
Miag Young
Elsif
Esdios
Te Ing
Snd
Thora
Hlebangs
Nor Wbsund
A. Apoody
Matton
Mesdamon Koox
O'Toole Ib
Elebuny
Trademen's Association Meeting Notes and Votes
A disordered report of the Traders' Association monthly meeting lists attendees including Mr. L L Showpat Coruldu and secretary Mr. Burs. It records committee motions, the Hockey River water supply issue, election of new members, and progress on internal committees with scattered names and dates.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hanalla Ravigre
Philips
Ae Miikerisie
Peckduswo
C. Storm
We U
Caner
Say
Vallendar
Voull
Mr. Burs
Dapata Agrivalimral Tveletyy Valtiane
Acre
J. Fetty Ami Taeeday
Alnovlay
S.J. Yerlsley
Ubelows
Kluwa
Gerlise
Stoly
Lad Phra
Vewll
Amcciien
Vuslsa
Wood-Chopping Contest at Baddaginnie Saturday
A noisy crowd of about twenty gathered for a wood-chopping contest at Baddaginnie on Saturday afternoon. Winners were Hollingworth and B. Mill with 110 and 10 shillings respectively, while many events including a Huckjumping challenge and novelty feats entertained the audience. proceeds supported the Wangaratta Hospital.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Baddaginnie
Hyrouldonte
C. Hollingeworth
J. Rattray
J. Basher
Rome
Hollingworth
Kockey
Eos
Divny Kulloher
M. T Booond Neat
Hyo Fry
Hollingwierhy
Billote
Mariley
Bo Nicholyont
Pues
Holtoeworth
B. Mill
J. Kate Trays
Airna
O. Hollingworth
Wewanyataka
Malcolm Noholaon
Naiemichy
Virat
Nicholon
Savepubeke
Steny
Mus Tauray
Wangeratte Hospital
Wremard
Hire Biugade and Water Supply US
Fragmentary text references hiring Biugade and water supply issues. Includes garbled, partial phrases about a bridge, carriers, and an inquiry. No clear person dates or events emerge. relies on unreadable OCR.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Biugade
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Thor Ladass
K. J. Blackburne
Soc
Goowalibes School
Ballinting
Gppsland & Northern Co-Operative Selve and
Insuranor Mary Limited
Linn
Haven
Yale
Moetings
Ye Farmers Union
Bonalla
Shire-hall
Boowllay
Busines
J.J. Richardson
Pnapesuppoind
Dayvis
Lima
Esualla Hotel
Meee Shearer
Ime Hed
Gommerford
Memoriam
Avery Thranay
Funny
Skeremann
Sporting
Wangaratta
Alironia
Norsly
Euphy
Yable
Vermond
Lafere
Belgia
Russia
Brek
Tad Tanuls
Bixtane
Gwen
Dwayi Pty
Truud
Children's Ball
W. Stredwigk
May Shedwick
Dolunca
Jamie
Shadwick
Sawyer Woade
Ralph
Phy. W. Payne
Samarie Ead
Sidwertonaly
Fonav
Millary Hospital
England
Ciliour FG
Moylan
Mount Ada
Laird
D. Laird
Boop
L.lpl. Web
Boltod
Forcanely
Yarrawonga
Poo, Inc
Reynalty
Ef Benalls
Wighon Aeignet
Bo Tinnow
Direningham Hospital
Pos
Win
Stevenson
Rmerly
Benalty Kaubtschaol
Ocend Veomton
the Voice of Germany
Belgium
Dhes
Yui Know
Tat Swurter
Ape
Pillage
Love
Traders’ Association
KDI
Atowe
Wilatimor
Leleg Elthim
Phage
Hlibooty
Grand Spring
Weldon
Bridge Street
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