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Newspaper
Camperdown Herald
Location
Camperdown, Victoria, Australia
Date
Dec 29, 1917
Page
2
Eyewitnesses recall a peaceful Terang gathering turning chaotic as pro and anti conscription factions clashed. Chairs toppled, uniforms clashed, and a gallant Camperdown rescuer aided a fainting woman while military tried to restore order.
A 850 ton granite block, 70 by 59 by 30 feet, is believed to be a new record moved at Harcourt quarry. Christmas in Camperdown featured cool weather, park outings, toy shops, and a brass band midnight carol recital. Dr Desailly and Mr Greene presided at the local police court, fines for vaccination skeptics were imposed, and the State Government planned 2300 acres at L17 per acre for repatriation. New Year entertainment included The Morals of Hilda, Libary serial, Be lair Topical, and Hoy Wilson. Admiral Jellicoe resigned, with Sir Roslyn Erxine Wemjaa succeeding.
The meeting hailed a large majority against the Federal Government's conscription proposal. W Nicol thanked for campaign leadership and condemned Hughes era politics. A post referendum banquet scheduled at Pirron Yallock hall with speakers from Melbourne Ballarat and beyond.
Monday meeting at Colac drew strong attendance despite late weather. Results included Hurile Ice-Tenargai first over Half Holiday. Tom Hope won the Trial Handicap ahead of Ambula and White Heels. Novelty Pony Race saw Lady Elsy take top card. Footbeat won the Christmas Gift and Flying Stakes with Footbeat again leading the field.
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