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Newspaper
Colac Herald
Location
Colac, Victoria, Australia
Date
Aug 11, 1913
Page
2
R Morrison reports prices for vegetables and fruits at the Melbourne Produce Market with quotes for cabbages cauliflowers carrots parsnips turnips potatoes and more. The list includes apples pears pineapples lemons oranges with figures in shillings pence and pounds and notes on flour bran and other feeds.
Fragmentary OCR text suggests a local notice mentioning Thom Motel, a prize, and a month. It references a school or prize context with names and numbers, but readable details are limited. The piece appears to be a damaged public notice or small notice column item.
The readable fragments describe a local event where individuals named Slee Vida and Ibots are involved in a dispute or project. The article references weather or line issues and a tightening schedule, with unclear details about location or outcome.
A damaged ad-like fragment touts Wheeler's Cough Linctus as a modern remedy to ease coughs and colds. It claims relief from irritation and phlegm, promising faster easing of symptoms and a soothing effect with multiple bottles available.
Mrs M P Stewart of the Ladies' College of Health announces a traveling clinic for the Orange Lily Treatment in Colac at the Victoria Hotel on August 15 and 16 from 2 pm to 5 pm. Consultation is free, and she warns against imitations of Dr. Coonley’s treatment.
Impounded on the 7th by W. Willie for Mr Harlock from Lrrewillipe a black steer with quarter notch off ear branded V on rump white tail slit ear and circle brand off rump. If not claimed and expenses paid it becomes solid by September 1013.
Colac Shire invites tenders for construction of concrete sheep yards and din. Specifications available at Shire Office Colac. Contract terms set by Shire Secretary David M. Dyncon. Submissions due by August 1.
Notice is given that the Agnzal Election of one councillor for each ward of the Shire of Colac will be held on August 26 1913 Nomination Day is August 3 Nomination forms must be lodged with Deputy Jas M Duncon at the Shire office between 10am and 4pm on or before Nomination Day Returning Officers named for each ward John Fulton Peter Parsons and others at Colac with the notice dated 7 August 1913
A garbled note from C H Johnstone, Coburn, seeks renewal of representation terms and expresses continued service to the riding. The missive requests confidence for another term and emphasizes timely attendance and duty.
The ratepayers of the Webring riding say their councillor's term has expired and offer to appoint a successor. They request a meeting with a representative to discuss continued service and future governance.
Personal letters from M McLennan and E N Thomas announce candidacies for the Corangamite riding. Each pledge to devote effort to local interests and seek support in the forthcoming election dated 7/8/13.
Mrs T H Dunstan expresses sincere thanks to kin and friends for cards telegrams floral tributes and sympathy during her bereavement also thanks Mr Gi James for untiring kindness.
The Colac area promotes the Western District Cooperative Company as a model for dairy reform. Profit returns go to suppliers, prices stabilise, and district wealth grows through organized cooperation, with officials noted for sound management and staff efficiency. Notes recount local meetings, social events, and railway opening impacts on settlement efforts.
Lord Beresford writes to papers condemning the Admiralty for not building six super-Dreadnoughts. He argues three are needed to replace the Bumber ships owned by Mr. W Churchill and three others to replace Canadian vessels, for world-wide defence.
At the Medical Congress in London Dr Beale of Texas presented a report on pellagra describing its spread from Northern Italy to Spain and South France and its emergence in America with about 3000 deaths and 50 000 sufferers mostly housebound women. He outlined early itching in spring followed by digestive issues mood swings and insanity and linked the illness to fungi on corn and maize.
A Colac meeting of the Society Committee welcomes two new members James and Cockerill. The treasurer notes a £2 16s debit at the bank. Correspondence includes donations totalling £180 and letters on electoral reforms and stallion certification.
A Swindon train crashed into a London to Weymouth excursion train at Yeovil station in Somerset. The rear carriages of the stationary train telescoped. Three passengers were killed and many injured.
A letter to the editor condemns Dr M Lennan for using ratepayer money to fund a retiring secretary and challenges the legality of an extra rate for Colac High School. The writer argues electors should vote against incumbents, cites Local Government Act clause 276, and calls the ballot box the proper place to express views.
Racing report from Melbourne notes Amateur Turf Club events with winners: Arkarioga Hurdle winner Foomah, Effervescence second, Chatsworth Corinthian. Australian Steeplechase winner Lullawarra, Vanguard second, Leah Kleshna third. Mala Stakes winner Two Ales, Aleonocer third. Steeplechase Manterae won, Flash Jack second, Dr Jud Hil third. Aubin Welter Culina won, Lord Walla second, Abdicator third.
Metropolitan football results list League games with Fitzroy beating South Melbourne and St Kilda defeating Collingwood. Carlton over Richmond, Geelong defeating Melbourne, and University losing to Footscray. Association matches include Brunswick over North Melbourne and Williamstown over Essendon with several other results.
The column notes multiple transfers and promotions among Beech Forest and Bancroft lines. Ralph Emery moved to Melbourne after two years as conductor, Lourke moved to Gea Lake, Mel Swenney filled his old post, and L L Surtees settled at Gellibrand leasing part of L Raper’s property. The week was rough with the river flowing high on Saturday, promising potential yields from local blackfish.
Rev Father Ryan named spiritual director of the Sacred Heart Sodality in Colac. Miss Gertrude Healy to tour the Western District before Europe studies. new Colac assistant Rev Father M Gloin previously at Ararat. St Mary’s parish notes illness among sisters, Mass announcements, and choir praise. Catholic Federation and local religious activities span Victoria with social aid and school efforts. A farewell banquet for Rev W A Ryan is planned for the 10th.
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