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Newspaper
Colac Herald
Location
Colac, Victoria, Australia
Date
Apr 26, 1911
Page
5
A Colac reader endorses a no vote against Labor backed reforms. The letter argues against Commonwealth interference, warns of monopolies, and urges workers and employers to resolve disputes privately. It cites 1911 context and seeks to sway public opinion ahead of the referendum.
The Cressy Athletic Club held a Plenie race meeting on Monday with a large crowd despite a cold wind. Events included Handicaps for Hack, Maiden Hack, Novice Handicap, Eight Hours Handicap, and a Novelty Pony Race, with winners such as Haughty, Athena, Mingawalla, and Belar, among others.
The Agricultural High School committee met yesterday. Mr Fismmay was elected chairman for twelve months. They agreed to meet on the third Monday of each month at 7 30 p.m. in the High School. The minister of Education may be asked to approve a brick building. W Hamilton, chief inspector, spoke on rights duties and powers. A farm manager, Mr Beecher, will start next week.
A New Zealand article advises beginners on setting up a hill country flock with crossbreeding. It stresses choosing breeding ewes from one flock for uniform type, prioritizing health and constitution, and selecting ram breeds like Lincoln, Romney, or Down varieties based on local pasture. It also covers buying older ewes, inspecting udders, and aligning breed choice with butcher needs.
A dense notice listing multiple public auctions by Algety & Co Limited across Colac Apollo Bay Lismore Colac and other yards. Various cattle sheep horses pigs dairy stock and sundries with dates times and entry details including clearance sales and special sales. The ads announce forthcoming sales at Poynton's Hotel Yards and other venues with entries invited and terms.
The Colac Hospital Treasurer reports Hospital Saturday receipts from a long list of donors and employers including State School Scholars, Bank of Victoria, National Bank, J F Parkmayn, Miss Johannsen, Mrs Anthony, and many Colac firms. The article lists amounts in shillings and pence, recording contributions from individuals, shops, banks, and unions.
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