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Newspaper
Colac Herald
Location
Colac, Victoria, Australia
Date
Dec 13, 1909
Page
3
Reuters reports in Lusdon that Lloyd George warned Wales and Ireland cannot gain rights except through Parliament. Blatchford criticizes Britain's defense and war readiness, referencing his political writings and the Labour League.
London dispatch reports Western Canada policy on rail projects. The piece notes a restraint on further expenditure and outlines totals under consideration. It mentions 500,000 in construction potential and 26,000,000 in related fiscal figures, indicating a cautious funding stance amid policy debate.
The hospital staff and daily attendance were debated at a Victoria committee session. Members clashed over nurse shortages, cost trends, and whether staff increases matched patient needs as hospital size and services expanded.
The report discusses government quarantines in Beech Forest parishes over Irish blight in potatoes and the impact on local growers. A social for Colne Hospital at Lardner's Junction Hall drew many visitors, aiding fundraising and community spirit amidst harsh winter conditions and rough forest roads.
Carlisle River correspondent notes better outlook after heavy rains. Shareholders met where Mr Sydenham praised the Carlisle River butter factory, claiming it is better managed than Up-tordate and highlighting directors J. Silk, Forbes of Colac, and secretary Mr Clark for their upkeep of the plant.
A Tuesday evening event at Stonyford State School honored Mrs J B Steel on her departure from the district. Friends, parents, and Sunday school children presented a silver hairbrush and flowers to Mrs Steel and Mrs J E Hayes, with Mr Albert Swan presiding. Music, recitations, and a piano performance filled the program as attendees declared their gratitude for their teachers.
Mr M Donal d, long time Nat ional Bank manager at Wongerrip now reassigned to Western Australia, receives a generous grant. Mr Clark succeeds him. Dan Vaughan of Laver’s Hill sells property to Mr Nerta who plans a sawmill. Beech Forest and Crowe’s railway earthworks employ 110 workers with three miles completed. Megara Delaney Bros sell timber to Strain for £1000 milling. 25 hillock teams and horse teams haul timber. A mill hand injured by a cut finger, treated by Dr Giggs in Colac.
In New South Wales the legislative assembly heard Mr Lee state that the government is negotiating by cable for large coal imports, aiming for about 50 000 tons with potential for more. Railways will be kept supplied, first shipments due in the first week of January, with wider deliveries to follow.
In Sydney the Wharf Laborers' meeting at Oddfellows Hall voted by a clear majority to continue work and not strike in sympathy with Newcastle miners. The decision followed persuasive arguments by Mr Hughes MHR who supported keeping the docks operating.
Beeac Bazaar presents a list of prize items and winners including a box of perfume, wedding cake, handbags, and various cushions. Notable names include Nelly Feyvau Firicie- di, Miss Darry, Mrs Marrissy, Mr Campbell, and Mies Adams among others. The event features a range of small gifts such as dolls, bangles, carvers, toys, and edible goods.
Executors announce probate of the late Samuel Hordern of Bydney with estate valued at £4,925,924 including real estate, bank deposits, debentures, and business stock. Stamp duty at 10 percent estimated £292,593. Also tender notices issued for forage supply in Victoria and various public works contracts with details in the Government Gazette.
Immense assortment from England and the Continent features Xmas Cards Gift Books Post Cards Calendars Leather Goods Silver Goods Toys Games Dolls Chinaware and Novelties All descriptions. The Original Doll Guessing Competition closes on Xmas Eve with prizes for top three. A Boys Own Annual contest invites guess of a number inside a book. Gifts for all ages at all prices. Public not pressed to purchase. 1910 diaries also available.
Auction notices list cattle cows sheep and dairy stock at Tilton and Weering yards with dates in December and January, inviting entries for prime bulls cows lambs and dairy cattle. Special sales feature horses pigs skins and hides, with multiple firms including Algety Co Limited and J G Johnstone & Co arranging sales across Colac and western districts.
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