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Newspaper

Colac Herald

Location

Colac, Victoria, Australia

Date

Aug 13, 1913

Page

2

Trade and Market Notes from Saturday Auction Listings

The report covers the Commercial Market entries with notes on cal urweks and prime ore bread wethers prices, assorted cattle and sheep lots, and mover prices across commodities. Specifics include wheat, oats, potatoes, hay, flour, and cabinet furniture sale results, with details on quality and demand observed by agents and auctioneers.

Torstar Abeen Eteecda Ballabat Chas Vaughan UBS Fran Pollard G. F. Anketell Saturnia

Far Chronic Chest Complainte Ad Uses Peppermint Cure Claims

A blurred business notice advertises a new product line claiming peppermint cure for chronic chest ailments. It references men’s clothing and high class attire, with lines suggesting lines of merchandise and advertisements.

Firth

Modern Cough Cure Promises Relief Without Removing the Cause

An old battle over cough cures is recast as Wheeler's Cough Linctus presented as a modern remedy. It claims to treat the cold and cough by acting on affected parts, relieving expectoration and soothing symptoms. Sold at 1 and 2 per bottle.

Wheeler

Bottles 2 Throat Troubles This Winter

N. W. Wheeler notes throat troubles this winter blocked use of bronchial lozenges. When throat is sore, obtain a remedy from Exemas hot water bottles Morse and cattle medicine milk fever syringes all kept in stock.

Steck

Death of Florence Ellen Walsh at Benalla aged 26

Florence Ellen Walsh beloved wife of Wales Walsh and second daughter of Mr and Mrs Clarke of Ondit died aged 26. Funeral at Benalla cemetery this day.

Walsh Benalla Florence Ellen Wales Walsh MM O Clarke Ondit John Clarke Ondi W. Walsh South Porrumbete Henalla Fry

Government urged to boost country land settlement and railways

The State Government faces calls to shift focus from urban projects to country districts. Editors argue for open grazing lands, expanded railway development, and a vigorous land policy to spread benefits beyond cities. They warn of slow progress and urge landowners to sell to aid settlement while critiquing immigration impacts on the labor market.

Harber Reien Beim Thaded Gheringhap-Maroona Cme Vietona Ile Ulus Linth Ilea

Council approves Silverton street lighting contract shift

Colac Shire Council, after debate at July meeting, accepted the Silverton Company offer for street lighting, replacing the Provincial bid. The agreement awaits final signing and ratepayer submission, with assurances that a two year option protects ratepayer interests. Notables D O'Brien and Dr Me Quindan seek re election as council terms end.

Oles Bhire Bilverton Company Silverton Company TE Wes Gill Cn D. O'Brien North East Minhmnite Coun Lod Dr Me Quindan Ist Sule Elay Ia Cie Ga Khan Bisa Ts Lin de Sy 'Yi Dae Lyea Chay Wae Cran Lia i Ebadi Edo

Reform of Electoral Law Aims in Government Policy

Melbourne dispatch reports the House of Representatives reopening after recess as Prime Minister Cook outlines the ministry's policy for the coming session. Proposals include restoring the postal vote, simplifying absent voting, curbing public discussion restrictions, and aligning Commonwealth and State electoral purposes while maintaining merit in public service.

Melbourne House of Representatives Mr Cook Commonwealth Asf Sister Dominsons Pacific Admiral Henderson Fiterey Port Auguste Balgowrhe Australia Murray General Works Department Norfolk

Coriander riding council tussle and oil search notes

A local council debate faults a retiring councillor over two charges while praising the councillor M Lennan for road and infrastructure work. The article also reports on Western District oil exploration, noting bore tests near Portland and Surry River with uncertain prospects and costs.

Western District Vieit J. Whaley Sdst Angiette Warroombool A. Herman Geological Buggsy Minca Portland Botanical Gardens Abel Surry River

Local temperance meeting in Methodist schoolroom

A drawing room gathering linked to Joe Wawi U held in the Methodist schoolroom on a Wednesday afternoon with the president in chair. Guests, a recitation, songs, and readings followed by afternoon tea, decorated by Union members. later a public temperance meeting under the W C U and local Independent Order of temperance held in the same room with speeches and songs.

Joe Wawi Mreeatenhy Bongs Misees BE A. Pint Misa Derg Mesdames Hall Uiray Aink Ip Tha Evjenine W.C 7'.U Independent Order of “Techabites W. R. Fentonby J. Gray M. Chal- Us A. Pink Mr. H. Pink Dora Pink Addresea Geo Kate Uy Leann

Local Football Match on Bat Ground Ends Amid Rough Play

A Wyelangta game on the Bat local ground ended in a friendly but physical encounter. The heavy ground and mudgy conditions caused rusping marks and gave players a testing surface. Te g el and WF were noted for key moments.

Tegel

Milan Strike Deepens as Troops Guard Key Areas

Reuters reports workers walk out triggering a general strike in Milan amid mass tensions. Police guard strategic sites to isolate strikers and prevent spread as authorities move to restore order and protect critical infrastructure.

Rabbit Destruction Advice From Lands Department Notice

The Beech Forest area is targeted for rabbit destruction under the Vermin Destruction Act 1890. Inspectors urge landowners to destroy or trap rabbits and make rabbit proof fences while warning that poor fencing leads to reinfestation and higher costs. Trapping is discouraged as a sole solution. burrow work and temporary relocation are noted as costly and often ineffective long term.

Ratihita Niin Frank Allen Bava

Electric light scheme for Colac accepted by council

Colac town council special meeting discussed installing electric lighting for Colac. The Silverton Company plan was reviewed, with price changes and conditions. A motion rescinded a previous company name and inserted Silverton as the preferred supplier, pending subcommittee reasons for approval.

Tictela Shore Uplac Folewirge Cre Duncan Hancock Fulton Meredith Bath MM Leanan Thury Johnstooe Parsons Cockrill Silverton Company Colacatt Teeing Silverton Counity Comet Plani Counic Swower R. Cockerill Colac Dragredith Ign

Family poisoning shocks Wellington household

Mrs Katherine Hines and husband lived with their family when she kept a poison in the teapot. Members of the household fell ill. Mrs Hines died from the poison, while Mr Hines and one child recovered and another remained in critical condition.

Wellington N.Z Katherine Hines Leen Muiering Hynes Hanes

Cheque Transactions and Sentencing for Hartog

A malformed report describes Hartog facing multiple charges in the Western District after posing as a settler to obtain land and cashes a valueless cheque. He received four months in prison and was ordered to pay four pounds in costs.

Bugus Lans Humel Coure Rico de Dmtiow Nomubary Destreee Gmialapel Clarry Mertre Wae Vaseen Martha Cugnini Okotel Rochester Svidente Whale England Hartog Papua Hartop

Lilydale Murder Mystery Focusing on Knight Case

Detective investigates the Lilydale death of Milhard Knight found near the village with a shattered head. A single breech-loading gun was found four yards from the body, possibly used by an assailant. Knight, prosperous yet untroubled, carried money. theft rumors surfaced after seven pounds vanished from his hut. The hut shows a recent ball entry and a missing hat key pair fuels speculation of foul play.

Kelly Te Lilydale Gleathoof Milhard Knight Fleetabed Romo Posmer Knight Tia Pockete Artin

Funeral of F Cody draws 100000 at London ceremony

Thousands witnessed the funeral of the famous aviator Mrs. F Cody in London on Monday night. Seven hundred troops from all units took part and every aviation organization was represented. The Aeronautical League sent a wreath in honor of a brave man who served the Empire well.

Reyper London F. Cody Allerahot Unite Aeris

AUTOMATIC STABILITY FLIGHT ACROSS THE CHANNEL

A new aeroplane by Lieutenant Dunne demonstrates pediodomatic stability and flies across the Channel with minimal control gear manipulation. The trial shows the craft maintaining balance amidst a crosswind while the pilot remains almost hands free.

London Dunne Channel Ita

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