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Newspaper
Colac Herald
Location
Colac, Victoria, Australia
Date
Dec 02, 1914
Page
2
The Artisan Parcel lists a range of garments and household items including calico nightdresses knickers blouses and cravats, plus heavy work shirts and towels. It describes parcel contents by item and size with pricing and ordering guidance from U.S. Jeffery, railway station seller.
A Colac Observer summary reports unemployment concerns driving public works plans, local deaths including Mrs Clarke aged 77, and funeral details. It notes Camperdown Turf Club events, a theater show in the city, and social notices alongside community notices and business ads.
A letter from a Colac correspondent warns that delays in a local project threaten jobs and economic harm. The writer argues for timely action, urges ministerial support, and laments potential unemployment if work stalls. The piece reflects community concern over public works and governance.
London correspondents report German assault fading as Allied defenses hold. French and British lines resist with rifles, grenades, mortars, and shelters in trenches while food and clothing aid morale. Progress claimed at some points around Ypres and Arras amid heavy bombardment.
Cryptic report from Telegraat asserts precautions amid fears of a naval attack by the Allies targeting the coast. The piece mentions Amsterdam and possible preparations to safeguard facilities and personnel, with little concrete detail available.
The Petrograd correspondent reports Turkish forces have abandoned positions at Keprikea in Avia Miner and are retreating toward Kier win. Allied forces are closing in as the New York Herald notes Turkish losses and destruction in Palestine.
A dispatch from the Vetregrad bureau in Amsterdam claims the Lodz battle prolongation stems from German delays in bringing up reserves. Estimates cited place German corps in limited quantities and positioned west of the Tehati, with varying numbers reported in the field.
The New South Wales Government completed the sale of 16,000 acres of Mins Estate near Warra, with farms suitable for dairy and grain. Elevation about 1800 feet, rainfall ample, several improvements including a well equipped land and a factory on the property. Offers close settlement terms with 60 per cent deposit and six per cent instalments. plans available in weeks. For details contact H R M William, Moser Settlement Agency, War.
Dispatch from Pretoria reports Sunday action led by Captain van der Venter. A loyalist force engaged, suffering heavy casualties and retreating. About fifty enemy were captured, while several 100 cavalry units fled, with prisoners taken on the field.
The Prit St Pppless Rasrenth edition of the Socialist newspaper Volke Tribune has been suppressed by authorities for appealing to the Relehetag. Reports allege persecution of the Pediieh in Ger nanny and ongoing political repression.
Aeloeran from Thrusset reports that the levy imposed on Belgium by Germany has now been fixed at fifteen million pounds. The adjustment sets the Germany imposed recovery at the stated total.
Maris reports Allied forces struck across multiple front sections near Arras, seizing about six miles of trenches, capturing quick-firers and a large ammunition cache hidden in a hillside. Next day French artillery, guided by aerial reconnaissance, shelled a motor group under a tree clump, destroying several vehicles and wounding four German units.
Reported Mohammedan festival Mohatram held by Mohonwinedate in Persia passed without hostility. Proclamation of day of war by the Turks was ignored. Festival conducted in Lidia in a tranquil manner.
Next Saturday Corio faces Belmont at Corio greens and Colac challenges Eastern Park on its home green. A Colac victory and Belmont loss would leave the local club level with Belmont after the end of the first round. The local club is favored to win based on current form.
Swedish public protests Gerasy warships seizing timber laden vessels. Incensed citizens condemn the seizure of cargoes believed to be Swedish timber and demand a diplomatic response.
An eye witness accounts series of fights in Belgium detailing sniping and outpost actions. The report emphasizes imminent operations and tactical movements observed by a frontline observer.
Authorities in Germany impose taxes on all parcels sent to prisoners interned in German camps drawing on Hague Convention interpretations. The move affects international prisoners and their families seeking post exchanges and packages during wartime.
Official notice reports King’s Sunday departure from England to the British headquarters in France. Captured German letters detail unfield horrors against women and children, including shootings and plunderings in August and September. Letters are opened for public inspection.
Reports from Bucharest state Russia now holds all of Bukovina between Galicia and Roumania. They describe large captures of arms and supplies and note Austrian Catholics in the province fed. A separate note says Dublin area politics are quiet during wartime as by elections are suspended.
Captain Davies of the steamer Hionian, arrived in New York, reports the discovery of contact with Fire Island. He notes Atlantic shipping tracks and the possible trace of ships along the coast.
The document records bids for cows and sheep, noting prime and medium descriptions along with fat content. It mentions Irish lines, firmness disclosures, and prices for crossbred wethers and ewes, with specific figures like 20/2 for extra wethers and 14/7 for intermediate bids, plus a final note on best sheep shorn at 157.
A report notes a patriotic concert held last night in Victoria Hall. Special Xmas numbers featured by Leader and Weekly Times are noted, with promotional ads from Parkinsons and Guardian mentioning domestic servant insurance and accident coverage.
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