District News From Beechworth and Wangaratta Tragedies and Triumphs
District news reports court proceedings in Beechworth with mentions of Wardrop and others facing charges, a notable sermon and charitable drive at the Methodist and Anglican churches, and a school milk tasting demonstration. In Wangaratta two boxing show incidents include thefts on the same night, with gate receipts totaling £939 over two days, along with local community events and a charity drive helping the hospital and school programs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wangaratta
Walle
St. Colotian
Milawa
Alexander Cameron
Whitfield
Inab Woek
Backache Kidney Pills Claim Relief from Poor Health
A testimonial from Donn’s Backache Kidney Pills users describe severe backache, kidney trouble, dizziness and fatigue. After taking two bottles, the writer reports renewed health, urges others to try the remedy, and notes price and purchase details in Sydney.
Coursing club finale faces rough runouts and wins
The Ronalla Primpton Coursing Club held its final meeting of the season with a crowded program and meticulous organization. Verdun Quon earned a decisive victory in the Open Stake, while Novice Bracers claimed the top in their heat. multiple dogs and handlers were listed among results with notable performances and close finishes throughout the card.
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Ronalla Primpton
Flaca
Pasavd
Ntl Factory
Soderstrom
Saratory
Chadwick
Jude
Bye
Olipper
Tha Harps
Kille Bung
Pluked
Verdun Qaconi
Narello
Tionale
Winswr
Runugre
Dione Faun
Roya
Heath Bowl
Pringle
Arnatt
Royal Heath
Hanunen
Boeri
Talo
Hammond
Black Heath
Local Golf Sale Highlights Competitive Auction Stock
Saturday auction featured both men and women golf entries with strong bidding. Mr Bakar chaired, Mrs King led prize sections, and top prices beat expectations as buyers from outside the region attended. High yarding values, good competition, and nearly complete sale of stock noted. the sale closed with robust demand and favorable prices for prime lots.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mr. Bakar
Hera
Iwige Norubur
Mre. King
Mande
Sears
A. McKoude
Vellonder
Wwe
Areganawan
BER Go, Ltd
Banallay
Berlin
Nasil Fertnighity
Teton
Live Stock Markets Report from Thwe Wangararin Sale
The two day sale at Thureday and Friday featured prices and results across cattle, sheep, and veal, with notable weights, weights, and buyers. In a detailed balance of bids, Hardie Race and Vleur d’Or attracted attention among horses, while Lord ware’s weight error prompted an official fine to owner Mr James. Farmers are urged to attend next sale on Tuesday the 24th, anticipating strong turnout for offal, beef, and lamb stock.
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Gvorambaa
Phe Hoy
K. Nickolson
Vella Lavelle
Nicholeanne
Bata
Histten
Sonya
Mitchall
Gent
A. ‘Idimson
Batten
Mer
Dias M'Nair
Fotwatibel Crete
S. Ce
Cookfield Hospital
Stoiuur
Me. SN
V. Devito
Bitor
Vleur d'Or
James
Lord Ware
Devlin
Warn
ANGLO/ ta
Grauiers
Tosaday
Diesel
Vs Ia
Chino
Sid
Pang Car
Bewud
H. Brook
Bury
Short
Burva
Soldiers Letters From the Front Describe War and Hardship
A collection of dated letters from soldiers in France and the Near East recounts life at the front. Arch ie Bell from Palestina writes of observing Jerusalem landmarks and the suffering of the poor under occupation. Privates describe air raids by German Zeppelins, troop movements, and stale bread and sparse meals. They note long-range artillery, machine gun battles, and fleas in trenches, with hopes for an end to the war before winter.
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Mrn. Bell
Archie Bell
Palestina
Jace
Elali
Andy
Atrond
Hethlebom
Olesner
Jane
Lesaya
Feld
France
Tuna
Ab Whlott
Mieb Gordy Willis
Bruni Seboles
Wma
the Goode
Clyrmsn
Amd
Wager
Joelbia
Bond
Gongorte Sud
Williymgon
Laneiru
Duke of Connaught
Red Cross Society Masting Noted With Donors and Goods
The Red Cross Society held its monthly gathering on Saturday the 7th with members including Sullivan Bilham Coghill Warren and others. Donations ranged from pillows and clothing to writing pads and oranges, while items from schoolchildren and branches were sent to the central depot. a bag of potatoes raised funds and a sale item was re-sold after return.
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Tstony Red Cross Society
Sullivat Bilham
Coghill
Warren
T. M'Oyal Archer
F. M'Cauly
Mieses Sullivan
Davidson
Bad Worrall
Sullivan
Fenthee Pillow
Old Haw
Hompaon
Tale Doe Hoodkors
Mist ii
Daly
Vin Tanaces
Uwe Handigerchiatu
Roy Hnant
Mks
Amy Minn Bullivin
Ballduven
Mire Coghill
Mra Wallan
Onde Granger
Towonn
Munley
Pkemotin
Mice 'V
Worral
S.boule
Dy Hamilton
Sohnot
Salu Sen
J. Wallace
D. Hamilton
D. Walla
Wallace
Remarkable Home Remedy for Cold and Whooping Cough
A printed recipe claims to cure cold and whooping cough with Hexen and a simple mix. It promises soothing relief by warming a bottle with honey or perfume and following easy directions on the label. The note lists prices, mail order details, and various items offered by an advertiser in Riverton.
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Haims
Pratt
Riverton
Werte Dales
Bonella
Cash Rooke
Nena Street
Appreciation of Red Cross in war effort from Dole field note
In a 21 June 1918 field message from France, a speaker lauds Australian Red Cross work, YMCA, and Comforts Fund. He praises women’s tireless fundraising, soldiers’ gratitude for Red Cross support from the front to Blighty, and calls for continued effort to aid wounded and sustain morale.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Alan
Norane
Volleo- Wong
Poraonia
Rosily
Fed Cross Society
M.C.A
Comforts Fund
R.O
Orvion
Crone Society
Boniall
France
Ball at Taminick honors local residents and visitors
A Friday night ball at the Taminick Comforts League hall drew wide attendance from Theona and Glenrowan. Miss S. McGregor and Joan of Arc costumes won best dressed prizes while Arch Sadler and a Glasgow guest took top gentleman honors. A substantial supper followed with thanks to organizers and piano players. The event included music by local performers and a presentation of a silver mounted bowl to John Dever for services to Taminick.
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Taminick Comforts Leagus
J. B.C. Sadler
Spaciaga
Vlshare
Theona
Glenrowan
Maude Honored For Twenty Years Service At Benalla Club
Benalla Racing Club committee meeting discusses life membership for Mr Maude in recognition of 20 years of service. Motion passed with £20 honorarium. Secretary role changes proposed including appointment by committee and fixed notice terms. Meeting adjourned after finalizing recommendations.
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Bovalia Racing Club
Clah
Mossie
Findlay
Knox
Noousa
Moodie
Turnbull
Crimming
tenBetok
Dragersen
Havenauer
Juffrey
Meadows
Bourke
O'Dow
Dr. M
Hayeenavor
Maube
Jottay
Cartled
Jottray
Maude
Maudw
Yalton
Archie Munrowan
Tkwan
Jeffrey
Biliousness and Nujol Use Advertised in Benalla
An old advertising snippet promotes Nujol by Standard Oil as a remedy for indigestion and constipation. The notice notes Nujol as a bowel lubricant not affecting digestion and claims retailer J. J. Blonnortinssetty Chemist Benalla handles sales. A police constable Wanlke is transferred from Benalla to Melbourne upon request. his sister has not yet been appointed.
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Nujol
Standard Oil Company
New Jurmy
J. J. Blonnortinssetty
Benalla
Ponce Shaxsren
Wanlke Hesd
Melbourne
Melbourne Prices Feature Our Own Special Tea and Sundries
A chaotic list of goods and brands appears in a Melbourne pricing notice including mens and boys clothing ringers drapery boots and shoes drums prints ribbons and wallpaper line cement and sulphur iron for shop tanks and window panes. It references numerous items such as linseed oil pot plants glassware and a range of teas and blends marketed as our own special tea with Melbourne prices featured.
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Moos Sullivan
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Tayei
Liz
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Sydney
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Teansfur
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Exxourume Axn
Lan
Tor Ani Trantas
Eos
John Glabrun
Musningor
UPS
Ryan
Gamp Store
Benalla West
Aloo
Cape Parley Feng Bato Telnet
WU Stool
Benolag
Bonde Raitt Towers
Sal Suldites
Vista of All the Lions
Caines Linseed Oil
Watir
Calantia Castor
Bopaentur
Bridge & Smythe
Minoo
Belgium
Donan
Spriggs & Porter Corner
Buubar & Bu
IXL & Federal Butcheries
R. J. Cooke
Foupla
Blandhart Yuwing von Iy
Orian Stoves
Aostasey
Mérantilile Agency
Ca. Mides
Watsaw
Woot
Cookr
Bridge Street
Boralin
sBenalla Boot Warehouse
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Uhilieon
Prentior
G Arbott
Asp Damrey
Bridge Btrost
Puntey
Evoelye
Ororses
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W. G. Abbodd
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Byrne Stevot
Lemnos Private Hoepital
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MR. Rochlin
Meena
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Rex
Waldiare
M‘lelland Bros
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Remlegs
Nicholson
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Swann
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Korea
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Ck Hing
James Lamexy
Oy Grainger Austral House
Lan Ning
Hanlon
Runskala
E. Fletcher & CO
Tone & Piers
Bridge St. Benalla
Conn and
Inepest
Goode
Fletcher & CO
Baxvanty Gascorous
Henay E. Hiscoer
Standard” Office
Bonalle
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