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Newspaper

Colac Herald

Location

Colac, Victoria, Australia

Date

Apr 28, 1915

Page

2

Liberty Contest Winners Noted In Local Paper Competition

The event honored children for assembling paper collages depicting Liberty. Winners included Jack Hagan and Wilstanley Winstanley among others, with prizes of five shillings each. A charity box raised funds for Helaian children, and Mr Liberty announced further performances and prizes at upcoming dates.

Liberty Liberty Coy Jack Hagan Co Sem Mubhsrs Winchel Weaponarrie Winstanley Alan Helaian

War era drought and political upheaval dominate national events

The article surveys wartime and postwar political developments with emphasis on public speeches, government measures, and trade priorities. It notes electoral tensions, leadership debates, and the influence of drought and wartime privations on policy, including reform proposals and parliamentary actions.

Fragmented OCR on franchise vote and wage debate

A disjointed OCR passage discusses a franchise issue, elections and wage concerns. It mentions democracy, a referendum, candidates, and references to Creethim and Memoereer with blurred names. The text references the need for civic duty and the impact of election outcomes on wages and labor.

Maine Herman Romiery Simsett Watson Mae Thane Tate Ronwaters Jounie Optatan Jon

Notes and Events From The Colac District Page

A wide report of local happenings covers government wheat and butter price discussions, warship troop movements, and public meetings. It notes proposed price measures, parliamentary actions, a railway station scene with soldiers, and a charity concert at Alvie Public Hall plus a new lamp installation at Queen and Murray streets.

Oiminion Kydnes Mn CB Meares Hociesy Ltd Alvie Ard Alvie Linen Guild Calsdonian Colac Boxpital Queen Murray

Handicaps and Novelty Pony Results From Yesterday

Winchelsea Maces reports the day’s racing events with handicaps and novelty pony results. Golden Gulf led the handicap trial while Batimore won at 2 to 1, with Jet and Evens among notable finishes in the various heats and betting figures.

Halt Holiday Batimtore Nest Jack Bret Tango Lady Lonsdale Boing Jet Miraggert Branele Evens Satver Mullet Nitchevo Tallings Messing Wirk Wirk Ner I . Foattt Paster Dan Ec

Warrior Women Honored After Factory Incident

Four women workers at a Norfolk area factory were injured when a mishap occurred near the Warorooke mill. Mae Wells and Mie Cunningham suffered bruises while Mrs Fishernell Mia FP and Mise Weta aided others as they tended wounded colleagues. The group extended thanks to those who assisted and to the community for support.

Aunie Mae Wells Mie Cunningham Barrow Rariape Frumtein

Victoria Hall Concert Showcases Student Talent

A large audience attended an event at Victoria Hall featuring a concetto run by students led by Mr. Chas Myrna. The programme blended humor and song with pieces like A Tunes Meet PME and Hall Smiling Morn, including solos, duets, dialogue, and a patriotic tableau The students and staff performed in period style with strong student participation and community support.

Victoria Hall Chas Myrna Pineau F.tetens Ming Atealion Trutuy Antony Eulo Ste Hernan Newth Johnstone Quartens Hiudenta Aketen Chanen Frank Chester Will Wheat Madge Trevearne M’kean Dentint Jesse’s Brean Atlan JM 'Donald England Mr. Fehmatone Guls C Hernan ¢Oncore the Allien

Community Meeting Plans Monday Holiday Celebrations

A local meeting of volunteers approved moving public holiday ceremonies to Monday with a procession from the Public Library to the Recreation Grounds. Attendees signed on for parade roles, address delivery, and related entertainments, while noting adjustments to timings and attendance.

Empire Dog Committee Ange Mundas Indore Mic Fe Turner Mustial Texas Renotved Musk Atom J Burner T Stephens Baris Sur Caminiviens Siete Nia Smtewrs Murrian Merton W. Fink Chatdenn Wernan Turner Barbelio Frente Torudilla

Community volunteers honor Bee Beehas at yearly event

Local supporters lauded volunteers for their service and pledged to uphold Beeae's reputation during a ceremony. Refreshments followed as attendees enjoyed songs and speeches by community figures while plans for future projects were announced.

Soiuateurs Beeae Tlck Eddy G. Morrim Beet Graye Wan Hong Graysone Mion Misa Lily M'Kengie Reanuntona Alee Busch Amelaaon Zoe Rotten Susviapl

Correspondence and motions on stock law and labor party stance

A long correspondence discusses appeals against a stock inspector decision and outlines proposed government actions to enforce stock laws. It notes Labor Party positions at a conference, mentions Catholic federation ties, and reflects on historical labor issues and rhetoric.

Tannets Thetis WS Collier Vietfl Ahrer Catholic Federation Erpeetia Theanine Sherubeat Cathy Benjamin Howpias Melbourne Warrhamboot Thair Lass Ergland Hell Dua

Local Names Mentioned In A Dense Victorian Style Note

A fragmented list of names and places appears in a dated style, mentioning schools, towns, and individuals such as G Baker, Hall Not Sein Wirt Sian Heatowinnt, Hanoi, Shaan weebel uit, Spivey, and more. The text blends obscure references to locales and people with scattered phrases, offering little narrative or clear event.

Lawes Rowe Hanoi Sive Thiliet Spivey Atte Dean Warpalie Bt Hawt Halintore Maren Trev Thoawe Glyn Wanboput Parmer Kure Abessiinwr Airownn Starniel Austeriey Manvticup Shuerier Eer Ateah Noll Ceterier Line Wodbird Mise Moma Awe Aya Whitm Arma Glastonbury Shormaine Mise ‘Tres Fia Dap Mise Bokewind Meer Hite Hip Lady Maul The WILR Laperty Xuvelts Pony Tawi Joe Litho Sethe Glastonture de Nor Lady Lonbdile Thin Taw Wihuaion AG Pritay Tango Joruary

Belgian button scheme report hints at political pressure

The article outlines a scheme involving Molbnurnn and Mayors pushing to extend the plan, with delegation considering extending the scheme before the next meeting. It notes concerns about aid and the need for assistance, with the worded report adjourned as officials promise follow up.

Prvsk Suether

Melbourne Butter Market Trims Prices in Tepid Trade

Market report from Melbourne shows butter prices easing as buyers hold back amid unsettled market sentiment. Trade activity remains light with several producers delaying orders and awaiting clearer price signals from overseas markets.

Charley Cheer A Farewell Social Attracts Community Attendees

A farewell social for Charley Cheer drew friends and neighbors on Friday in Sharrow. The event featured a purse of sovereigns, with a draw won by Rokertwm of Kawarren as donations supported local causes and the Belgian fund.

Mrouke W. G. Clare W Mudie Monere G. Selway Mdo Rudd W. Wool F. Awanborough Johnson Hrna Volunterin Heone Sind Methodiat Churchen Patriotic Committee H.F. Ponte C. Angwin TG. Mephens Burack Warrion Guerts Gharrow Sharrow Ula Tucker Atshing Danenina Mies Mokwee Rokertwm Kawarren

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