Colac District Board Discusses Amalgamation Moves
Western District Operative Produce Company directors met at Terang with full attendance. November expenses totalled £112,008 for cheese and butter payments. Debate covered plant conditions, expansion of use of the sheep separator, and potential amalgamation of factories to meet current needs. Discussions on farm produce handling followed examples from Gippsland Company. The rightward stance favored, but future timing set.
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Horse Racing Meet At Mason City Affects Local Community
A lively Mason City racing day featured heats and handicaps with notable participants including Mr A Sunmunsey as the heat organizer and Mr H. Delahanty among officials. Winners included Mr T J Mulder and Mr G Hooper in open events, with multiple pony and trotting races producing strong crowds and a range of prizes.
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Market Report: Pigs Sheep Wool Prices in Melbourne Ballarat
A historical market column notes pig pens, slaughter demand and varied prices for porkers and baconers, with prime and light weights listed. Sheep and lambs sold readily with crossbred and merino values, while vegetables and farm goods also appear alongside regional price quotes from Melbourne and Ballarat.
Unclear fragment hints at gifting and fragrance storage
Fragmentary line mentions eye tomers and Crysoer Perfumers kept at Sten. Warns against cheap stuff and private use around Christmas. No clear event or persons identified.
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Decide on a Kodak for a Useful Gift
A Kodak offers access to Nature and sharpens artistic tastes. It helps new friendships form and provides many pleasures. Prices from ten to twelve dollars, though not expensive, and a 50 cent option is noted.
Prices for Oilcloths and Linoleums in Advertised List
A historical price list outlines various widths of oilcloths and linoleum with per yard rates ranging from 1s 2d to 4s gd, including 6 feet and 3 feet wide options. It mentions small pieces and special offers such as 12 feet wide linoleums and a single piece covering flour.
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Farm and livestock sale note with land and stock details
An auction and private sale advertisement outlines dairy and wheat land for sale in New South Wales and Colac areas. It lists pheasant poultry and Pekin ducks, plus mentioned breeds and strains, prices per acre and per month, and agents Thomas Baker and Ivan Forbes.
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Sensational Fire Threatens 200 in Pittsburgh Tenement
A sensational Friday blaze in Pittsburgh endangers about 200 residents in a large north side tenement building. A police officer reports efforts underway as crews battle the fire and rescue occupants. The incident highlights urgent safety concerns in densely packed housing.
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Beech Fret Axemen Carnival Opens Hazarday Contest
The Beech Fret Axemen hold their Carnival at Hazarday on Thechle ground with a strong muster of forest residents. Close contests reflect credit on the Western Axemen's Association handicapper W. G. Boyes. officials include President J. W. Gardiner and Secretary H. Smerdon. Logs and heats feature novich gunderhand chop with notable performances from A. Mills and R. Brook among others.
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Geelong District updates on railways water scheme and schools
The report covers Timboon extension hopes, Geelong roads and public works funding, and local meetings. Notes include plans for the Timboon line to Fort Campbell, Geelong Grammar School preparations, and licensing court renewals and transfers. Local regatta news and Warrnambool Boxing Day events are also touched upon.
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Colac Triumph in Triangular Rifle Match on Saturday
Colac defeated Willipe to win the third triangular rifle contest on the Colac range. Carpenter Arnold M Garvae and Johnstone led scoring with 9s and 99 respectively as Pomborne and Colac teams tested wind and glare in a challenging day.
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Elimination of Mr Jamesents Seen at Melbourne Meeting
The Colne Progress Association held a well attended meeting at Melbourne Public Hall chaired by Mr B N Thomas. Members adopted revised rules, pledged support for the association, and enrolled over 20 members. A letter to Colac Shire Council questioned water troughs and lamp removal. Discussion covered widening the racecourse cutting and a past due allocation noted. Next meeting set for January 11 with a ball at the Public Hall on Wednesday to boost funds.
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Malangil Young Men Celebrate banquet and dance
The Malangil Young Men's Social Club closed its winter season with a well attended banquet and dance. Bartlett of Colac catered and Richards of Corcrooke supplied music with capable flair. A large gathering enjoyed a tasteful event presided by Mr A Spiers with a long toast list including The King and The Visitor. The Rev Father Lennon delivered a sermon and the Catholic community welcomed Rev Father Nelan as Dean.
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Colac triumphs in sale match with strong bowling
Colac won easily in a sale cricket match, posting 4.1.8 for total with key performances from H. M Leo and W. Vage. Brown and Laidler shared bowling duties for Colac, while K. Menzie claimed 4 for 22 and Topping 0 for 8.
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