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Newspaper
Colac Herald
Location
Colac, Victoria, Australia
Date
Aug 31, 1914
Page
4
A fragmented account describes July receipts at the Wobden Butter Factors with totals in gallons and various staff and station reports. It mentions stallion parades, examinations, and honors, plus political references and local agricultural notes.
Two young plumbers John Coghlan and Edgar New Wy employed by Mears and Grelia were repairing tanks on an elevated stage when fumes from a portable stove incapacitated them. Hagar Newling entered the tank to heat coverings and inhaled fumes, trapping him and causing burns and clothing damage. All three were treated for inhalation and burns. Newling remains in care with leg injuries, and witnesses aided by a doctor.
City consultations by appointment only advertised. Mr FW Nunn dentist located at Murray Street Vine Plus 165 Collins Street Melbourne. Figures Colac 34 Melbourne 33 referenced in context of Crome Chet complaint.
The article lists horses and handlers at a regional show, naming entrants such as Highland and Kingsley entries, judges, and venues including the High 20 show. It highlights various foals, mares, and sires, with references to breeds, lineages, and prize notes from the event season.
Local shopper notices highlight Strong's presence in Stark offering numerous bargains. The ad promotes discounts across departments emphasizing value and savings for customers.
A meeting of the Winchelsea Patriotic Ladies League collected funds for the Red Cross Society and other charities. Boxes were opened with donations and cheques sent to each fund. future drives and regular Friday contributions were arranged amid a wedding notice and mentions of local events.
Retail notices urge customers to act quickly to take advantage of exceptional values in silks. Limited stock projected as discounts are announced to attract early buyers.
Fragmentary text describes various farms in Victoria and New South Wales, mentioning dairy and wheat areas, a cheap dairy farm of about 90 acres, and references to rural settings near railways and towns. data is incomplete and hard to confirm due to OCR errors.
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