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Newspaper
Colac Herald
Location
Colac, Victoria, Australia
Date
Aug 30, 1915
Page
2
Friday market report notes a special sale of dairy cattle in the Ballarat region with strong attendance and high-quality consignments. Prices ranged with many head selling to premium yields as buyers sought top quality stock. overall value showed uplift from autumn levels and carcase prices indicated positive demand across breeds and ages.
WILLIS on the Sithinet of Colac William dearly beloved husband of Mary E Witte and father to Rev. Father Willis Bernard Eugene Everard Muriel Beatrice. Age 70. RIP Interred at lar cemetery Saturday.
The article reports broad opposition across districts to reduced services and funding cuts in the government rail system. Critics warn cuts could hamper development and efficiency, while supporters argue savings are needed for true economy. The piece notes legislative debate, potential regional impacts, and calls for careful consideration before implementing large-scale abolitions or suspensions.
The Minister for Defense notes men who volunteered for active service have been medically fit and will not be debarred from duty. Training camps will prepare non combatant duties. Polar Motor Center promises full stock of lighting and lamp clothes with orders to be placed by phone.
An elderly Colac resident aged 76, a longtime member of a prominent local family linked to Colac's early history, died at his Colac East residence on Friday. The obituary notes his father John Willis arrived in Australia in 1801, his farming and pastorial work, and the family’s role in local development including the Great Western Motel. The piece also records other local notices, including a death of Mr Richard Thor, a funeral at Colac Cemetery, and community concerns about soldier welfare. The report mentions church and school affiliations, local elections, and infrastructure improvements along with memorial tributes.
A local match at the Tobin Hall pitted Hullock Swamp against Cororooke Hibernians in a Forty-Fives and ribbage contest. The Hullock Swamp won 32 to 20 in ribbage and 25 to 22 in Forty-Fives while the visitors received a banquet afterward. Local figures Mr Geo Anson and Mr J Deca spoke during toasts.
The Coleac Coursing Club opened a two day meet at Kelvia Grove Plumpton on a windy, cold day. President Mr A Heap oversaw events with assistants including Hay, Edger, Clements and Conner. Judge Mr J Shannasey impressed with his judging while secretary Mr Charis Lorimer worked energetically to ensure smooth running.
Reports from Petrograd note Russians retreat from Brest Litovsk and Urodno without heavy resistance as German and Austro forces press eastward. Berlin dispatches claim German offensives around Bausk advance with prisoners taken, while observers warn of a widening clash across the Sechowols front and surrounding regions.
Reuters reports the night march by Australian and New Zealand forces at Sambur near Gallipoli left a mark in history. The attack aimed to prevent Turkish reinforcements and faced brutal resistance as both sides sustained heavy casualties. A Danish coastguard ship later delivered wreaths from the Queen in memory of fallen sailors.
The Nieuwe Courant Rotterdam notes that the last two Prussian casualties list 19 245 names. The total Prussian Jews to date are 1 70.
A brief communique reports Matians launching an effective attack on the Zepree Valley, with unspecified forces achieving early gains. Details are limited and no casualties or exact dates are provided.
Fragmentary text describes an attempted air raid on a World War I frontline area near Nieuport and Arron with references to German trenches and aerial activity. It notes intense, effective bombardment and mentions a child involved in a related event, alongside a Campaiene reference and a German air strike height.
A fragment from Athens reports residents and authorities expressing fierce anti German sentiment. Thousands of wounded Torke arrive daily as officers and citizens declare the moment of German withdrawal is near, reflecting strong public resolve.
Fragmentary report describes German cover attack near Wareaw during a military retreat between Bob and Mryetit. Casualties or outcomes are unclear but the clash is part of ongoing fighting.
British naval bombardment near Zee bruce damaged several vessels and destroyed one submarine. German defenses were hit hard with shells wounding over 200 Germans, according to initial accounts.
Miller and General Joffre sent a message to Grand Duke Nicholas praising the heroic struggle of Kemi and expressing confidence in her final victory. The Grand Duke replied that the Allied agreement between the Allies was a pledge with a glorious end.
The article describes a tense moment in New York on Saturday amid reports that Chermany would seek to induce Great Britain to maintain its blockade. The piece notes Germany’s wartime policies and the U S position as the Arabic crisis deepens.
A dispatch states that European warehoused stations at Yangtze ports are ordered to concentrate at Shanghai to bolster defense and supply lines during the ongoing conflict. The directive impacts regional logistics and regional command posture.
A Daily Telegraph Petrograd scoop says German forces near Vilna from the south and west are shifting. Infantry are replaced by cavalry for a southern push while siege troops move from Kuvnu. Vilna may not be held if unfortified. failure to seize Riga or Vilna could threaten Petrograd. Wounded officers report the siege cost Germans heavily with millions of shells fired since October.
Four German aeroplanes attempted to bomb Paris this morning but were repelled by French aircraft. One enemy plane was destroyed in the engagement near Paris on Sunday.
The Cologne Gazette via Amsterdam reports the Nel Grove was torpedoed by a German submarine. The crew survived. The article notes wartime honors issued, listing numerous awards to princes, generals, officers, and naval leaders with varied ranks and titles.
Italian forces progress in Tyrol capture Bergo 17 miles east of Trent and Mount Menera opposite Panarotia fort and Mount Salubio. They take trenches on Monte Hombon as the prelude to an advance toward the con Pas and the route to Trent.
The Petit Parmien notes a recent fuochet attack where a German brigade was nearly annihilated by advancing forces. Report claims heavy casualties and significant disruption to German positions near Abhas with great impact on the broader engagement.
A French aviator dropped bombs on a gas factory at Heernuch and damaged a station with electric equipment. All machines returned safely, and no lives were lost.
The Admiralty reports a bold air strike near the coast resulting in a German submarine sinking after a decisive engagement. The wrecked submarine lies in the area, with official notes on the effectiveness of the operation and the enemy's loss.
Producers at the Western Petr meeting heard that the price of blue metal was cut immediately amid mixed opinions. Key figures including Mr Ost of Western Distrive Selling Co and Mr Wilton of Santos firm discussed market conditions and potential further reductions. The discussion touched on exports to Australia and local retailer impact, with calls for clearer explanations forwarded to the press.
On a hazy April afternoon the Ola Camp Redows team displayed steady shots at Maturay range, with frequent showers challenging the shooters. Scores ranged with totals around six hundred, as fighters and eight men per side competed, and A HL Campbell led with a 70 point handicap.
Report notes the Colac position and railway progress with 615 miles completed and earthworks totaling 619 miles. It records 57 pawns of rage and mentions Port Augusty line developments with 3x issues and 35 males on the western side.
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