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Newspaper

Colac Herald

Location

Colac, Victoria, Australia

Date

Dec 20, 1918

Page

2

Tender for Removal of Salt Lands and Right to Salt

Menders will be received for to exclave right to salt from the undermentioned area. Tender details include lots around Lake and Pattah, with terms for to conduct and preserve, and to remit the fee to the Lands Department, Dulbourne. The date is Tuesday, December, with bids to be submitted to the Secretary for Lands.

Menders Tye Somcesaial Bey Landa Obheoure Adtornerl Vlane Tfe & Ween Lands Deparment Dulbourne

Colac Hospital seeks tenders for ward improvements and court works

The Colac hospital invites tenders for a major ward upgrade and new concrete court works. The project includes electrical, painting and related works under the hospital’s redevelopment program.

Jayres Archi Colac Siarior Warda

Farm to Let by Tender in Private Estate Sale

Tender offers invited for a farm estate near Poraborneit half a mile from Cactius Mareh Mile Forward. Include a brick house, outbuildings, well grassed land, and subdivided paddocks. Terms: two to three year lease with option to purchase. Tender deadline December. J G INHLSTONE & CO.

J. G. Inhlstone & CO

Universal Obligation In Re Naval Or Military Training

A historical notice discusses universal obligations tied to naval or military training. It outlines policy context and implications for service expectations and citizen duties during a period of national security concern.

Boxing Day Turf Club Meeting Ad Offers Time and Weights

In Melbourne the Boxing Day turf club announces race entries with weights and allowances. Details include distances of 140 yards to 1400 yards, penalties and incentives for winners, and entry deadlines with weights to carry after declarations.

MANNERS-SUTTON & TREET cuLac inquiry order issued

Court records show an order issued concerning a matter labeled MANNERS-SUTTON and TREET with references to Millet Ete and a request to restrain or direct actions related to twine and sewing twine, indicating a legal filing or injunction process.

Rent-free living through country property sales

An advertisement from J. G. Johnstone & Co promotes buying country or town properties to avoid rising rent. It claims 35 years in business, offers expert advice and transport to inspect listings, and invites couples to own their own home with reasonable terms and full particulars available.

Repatriation Scheme Must Be Freed From Political Influence

A call for a nonpartisan, expert-led repatriation system for returned soldiers urges removal of party politics to ensure stable, long term support. The piece cites delays in land settlement and vocational training, warns of further government trouble, and proposes a representative governing body of business experts to manage the vast, multi year program.

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Colac Herald Correspondence Letter to the Editor

A long editoral correspondence expresses gratitude to pupils and acknowledges their impact on a teacher's life. The writer praises former students for their loyalty and kindness, claiming they broadened the heart and left lasting memories. The letter ends with a warm blessing for all the children.

Colac Herald Amy al the Chideen Walia Nimarabhy

Colac Turf Club Boxing Day Hurdle and Stakes Races

The Colac Turf Club program lists Boxing Day hurdle events and various stakes for December. Notable entries include Tenor 97, Sea Power 72, Tillens Secret, Lady Lonsdale, and Lady Trituck among others in the NOVELTY and Christmas Gip events. Secretary Thomas signs as official.

Ter Haylgre Serr Leite

Political scandal and courtroom testimony in naval plant case

The article chronicles a political scandal with testimony about naval wireless plant deals in Australia. Key figures discuss alleged favoritism, cabinet concealment, and disputes over valuation, with claims of improper influence and questionable payments connected to the Shaw works and related parties.

Demobilisation policies and repatriation concerns span postings

The article discusses government efforts to house returning soldiers, notes expected 100000 applications for War Service Homes loans, and questions how to secure jobs for the vast number of men reentering civilian life. It highlights the need for non political, nationally controlled repatriation administration and cites local notices including a funeral and Red Cross event.

Xmas Fair at Beeac Raises Funds for Red Cross

A Beeac community event features a fundraising booth run by Red Cross volunteers marked by donations of cake provisions and milk offers. Families, local shops, and residents contribute goods from toys to china as excitement builds for Christmas Eve and local festivities.

Kel Truss A J. McLean Messrs Lang and Mercer Joe Gray Collyer E. Mercer Messrs A al Whytcross Aevel Yale Father Xows Morrell and Thurnett A. Chally G. Stephene Senta Cormer Santa Qin Boeac Mra Strechan Mire Mrohoteksengine

Dr Cilruth Attacked in Methoreny Incident

A report states Dr Cilruth was assaulted on a day described as Thursday in a region and was knocked down. The attack involved a group identified as government guardians responsible for maintaining order. A person named Darwin and others are mentioned in connection with the incident.

Roel Pam Vente Divetiers Ab Mort Darwin Wouneway Gil Adi Willetraier Natthowm Vertery

Corangamita Election Counts Reveal Gibson Lead

The partial OCR shows the Corangamita election tally with multiple counts. Gibson builds a substantial lead after transfers, overcoming Leaper and other candidates to secure a decisive majority.

Fragmented World War I Peace Conference Notes

The fragmentary OCR text discusses the peace conference and the possibility of German acceptance, noting tensions between Allied and American viewpoints. It mentions leaders, proposals, and the aim of reaching a reasonable accord while avoiding antagonism.

Tye Belie Hell Abiewine Hh Smh Seis Hoth Singh Germany

Deliverance by Brit Welcomed by PSTHONDASS and Sins

A fragmented report describes British actions and reactions amid a cannengraiale Tie Aanen siege. It mentions stockdike ghivte seat Genito tint Mrvneet Squadron and lane Mantle Gate Hema, plus alleged crimes by a penwainry group. The piece references children and civilians, rifles, and a government treaty awaiting delivery.

Psthondass The Sins Cannengraiale Tie Aanen Ak Stockdike Ghivte Genito Tint Mrvneet Tervend Bylanevike Hema Ab Katiinlerile Teu Brith Mypadesagame

Agreement on Doctors and Societies Across Commonwealth

A lengthy document outlines a global agreement involving doctors Samanty and others, with references to the Friendly Societies Assurance and multiple international orders. It lists membership counts, sums, and the assent of various organizations, noting total figures around 75 725 with mixed support and dissent across groups.

Samanty Bo Accra Ancleek Vriendly Societive Assur Kawi Setthanons Edeepet Tolluwe Ascepting Secyitive Australien Tire Ascontium Mit Order Dewike Cabelfellows, Inc Progestane Alliamew Vriendlysco Warner'y Grand United Onder Giblows Orde Lone Trayperance Lrmb Manet Vally Independent Onder Eit Yatmbers Larlege Tele Order of Mediabites Hiker Awetralostan Cathele Monettt Soeet Vla Anotert Leli Ane Weil Drzanaatione

Local club mourns death of James Curry in town

The town learns of the death of James Curry a highly respected resident. He had been away for nearly three years and his passing shocks many, following the news that reached the area today Wednesday.

Ton Pwesday Doer Geubwuien Abowere O Wil Owes Auer Diponmie Frig Proctor James Co Curry Geom Jumon Curry

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