Sheep Market Sees Strong Demand and Mixed Quality Prices
The auction yard reports firmer demand for prime sheep while second and inferior lots sold at lower rates. Cross bred wethers reach 14 4 to 15 6, crossbred ewes 12 3 to 18 8, with totals around 27 000 penned as buyers pursued top grades and heavier lots.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Amery
Sture
Bo Prommunss
USA
Gould
Morim
Pat Lombs
Spirivel
Hota
Meyers
Irena
Antique Patent Medicine Ad Promises Skin Cure and Relief
An old newspaper fragment markets a wide array of cosmetic and medical products. Claims include skin whitening creams, sunburn remedies, blood purifiers, cholera drops, and herbal tonics. The advertisement lists numerous items with sensational claims and prices.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Thernsid
Diarlina
Cole
Agit Sane
Mhatiles
Company appoints Mir i. UD 1HUMAS as agent for Onlacc District
The above company intends to intimate in Policy Powers that it has appointed Mir i. UD 1HUMAS, Estate Agent, of Alurray Street, Colac, as their representative for Onlacc District and asks continuance of support. New business renewals to receive prompt attention. All classes of risks insured including hay stacks, roping, oreprep, personal, accident, and employers liability insurance. Any cover given at a moment's notice by local agent.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mir i. UD
1HUMAS
Eotate
Alurray Street
Colac
Onlacc
Colac Herald notices and local news items 1910
In Colac and district news from December 1910 the Colac Herald reports on hospital and railway matters, land board proceedings, weather forecasts, and upcoming events. It notes holidays affecting publication, a Colac hospital case, a railway delay dispute, post office schedules over Christmas and New Year, and local cultural and business notices including cinema programs and sales at Colac and nearby towns.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Colac Herald
M. Pearson
Berome
Colne Yenterdas
M. Taylor
Soho
Poreh
Yeagner
ZIC
Lerten Downs
British Elections Report on Government Majority Roughly Outlined
Reuter's dispatch from Luawun notes the government and Chvist parties with a claimed majority in the new Dail as voting progresses. It mentions 6880 government seats and a tally for Unionists, with Redmondite candidates contesting the Witklow seat.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Reuter
Luawun
Laporte
Witklow
Cee
Waratah Inquiry Report on Vessel Stability
London witnesses report on the loss of Lund's Waratah 7000 tons bound for Australia last year. Builders and captain disagree on deck removal, stability, and design flaws while crew safety and voyage plans are debated at the Board of Trade inquiry chaired by Mr John Dickinson.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rauter
London
Board of Trade
Lund
Australia
John Dickinson
PLM
Dhory
Great Loss of Life from Quake Ravages a City
A disaster in Vancouver reports a catastrophic quake causing extensive fatalities. The scene notes a high death toll with official statements confirming extensive loss and widespread damage across the capital region.
Terrible Explosion Kills 14. Power Station Damaged
A blast at a New York gas plant kills 14 and injures many at a central relay station. The explosion apparently started by gas flow and dynamite, with the facility’s weight and dynamite suspected in causing severe damage.
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Ens RD
New York
Midas Sight
Apaches in Paris Clash and Arrests Reported
Disjointed lines describe Apache group actions in Paris with arrests and violence. Fragmentary text mentions police, a confrontation, and unclear outcomes tied to a woman figure in the scene. The garbled report lacks clear dates or names.
Sheep Dipping Debate at Colac Shire Council Meeting
Colac Shire Council discussed Sheep Dipping under the Sheep Dipping Act. A letter urged building dips at about £50 each, but councilors split on funding and priority with roads deemed more essential. An amendment to refer the matter to a committee, chaired by the president, was carried.
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Newpolit
Meligwurne
Thrush
Lamperwuwn
Colac
Cuigerdown
Melbourne
Tom
Seth
Melyourne
Birreurra
Geelong
Camperdown
Wal. M. Pearson
Optician
Messie J.7
Johnstons and
Bhillard
Willie
Funda
Olthy
Werutwort
Uhe
Momuay
Ji Wan
Meuli
Serme
Shire
Jace
Shlight
Ludbrook
A. Bucety
Tr Baker
Lovir
Cottheil
Cr Johnatuns
Dr Baker
Bat
Gr Bath
Lennan
Notin
State Parliament and Factory Acts in Suspense
Melbourne notes the Legislative Council debating extending the Factories Act nationwide and the Assembly accepting the Land Tax Bill. Railway loan and Public Works Loan applications pass, while minimum wage for rail workers is rejected. Also reports Allen Bert Gaine committed for trial on highway robbery charges near Dandenong.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Melbourne
Tusstay
Bert Gaine
Dandenong
Thomas Burden
Methodist Church Celebrates 28th Anniversary
The local Methodist Church marked its 28th anniversary with services on Sunday and Monday, December 11 and 12. Rev J Polkinghorne led the afternoon service, Rev W W Fentonby the evening, and a public meeting filled the church. Mrs Read chaired and hosts offered extensive musical contributions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. Polkinghorne
Leo
W. R. Fentonby
Monady
Thurch
Colac Party
Miss Polkinghorne
Formation of Western District Co operative Factory Company Limited
Delegates meet to form the Western District Co operative Factory Company Limited with proposed capital of £40,000 and 40,000 shares. Key points include supply obligations for pig producers, minimum pig weight, shareholding rules, and initial directors election. Bankers appointed, preliminary expenses fixed, and plans for a Colac yacht race event noted.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Phe Gholeman
Dieuriet Pie Tories Co
H.W. O¢lyorne
Ivy Lacon
Olf
Jie Hourie
Priteapes
Lie Molion
Tic J. Mack
Konkin
Western District Co-operative Factory Company Limited
A. M'Leod
Uncertain Racing Notes Drift Through Local Meeting
A shuffled report from a local club meeting notes plans to buy a racing four, updates on sprinters and horses such as Impetus mare Yilloh, Garens, Futur, and Daisy M, and mentions Ascot races with several near misses and a large turnout. The president H. Clements presided, with a near sound balance sheet and ongoing preparations for January deliveries.
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Lownla Tu Club
Livkl
Theip Bam Ab OG
Abnig
Fas
Lab
Iwele
Eheeledl
Ory
W. Jonge
Sampson
Dremu
Hey
Ald. Coos
McMim
Mohenzie
Don Monard
A. Witheory
Bemaa
Lem
Cray
Murray Deane
A. Dhame
Wood
Mywatti
Bomax
Mi Kenite
LA. Seupin
Perkins
Wilhcowle
Valvert
Tomas
W. Hanemister
C. Craig
Elly Ruffir
Avecote
Billy Rivkin
Neeting
HL. Clements
Yilloh
Furgeo Fireworks
Alin Devon
Garren
Fitzroy
Sherk
Garcisen
Mhnadere
Ascot
James
Future
Daisy M
Bor
Bor Thie Pair, Auraria Bul Cytalh
Pesce
Denny al
Futur
Lynch
Auroraa
Mulater Mere Santiago
Tande Howe
Poudty
Pan
Mike
Council Committee Debates Herdsman Fees and Thistle Management
The council debated increasing the herdsman’s pay to a higher percentage and criticized committee processes. Cr Baker and Dr Johnston protested re discussing in committee and later in open session, urging separate offices and appointments while opposing the committee’s decision. The president’s report was adopted.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mouilayan
Cr Boker
Fultan Oluonse
Comimuttes
Cr Baker
Bath
Johnstonme
Tf Wie Aw
Hale ii
Cr Bath
Baker
Colac Bowling Club sets week of matches vs Camperdown
Colac Bowling Club schedules a morning 10 15 start match on the local treen against Camperdown with Forbes and Dickson as captains and a list of players including Anderson DaView Sullivan Castles Parkes semi and Parkes joined by Sharrow Abercrombie and others. An afternoon 2 90 o'clock game against Camperdown is noted with further player names and captains. Tuesday Belmont visit features a further Colac lineup against focal bats with multiple captains and players listed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Collac
Camperdown
Colac
Forbes
Anderson
Daview
Sullivan
Dickson
Castles
Parkes
Semi
Join
Sharrow
Abercrombie
Aroest
Richmond
Handley
Bears
Miller
Duiee Rer Johnstone
Life's Little Things and Health Maintenance
A fragment discussing how small daily imbalances in diet, routine, or hydration can upset health and prompt a few doses of certain medicines. It notes that wellness depends on balance and mentions sellers Bil aon and Co Calac and lan Bros Oororcoke in the distribution of the product.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bilaon and Co
Calac
Lan Bros. Oororcoke
Advert: Comfort boots and fountain pen sale notice
An old advertisement notes comfortable easy fitting boots on sale at four shillings and rest for weary feet. Another line promotes a New Fountain Pen stock from the English manufactory with latest styles and 14 carat gold nibs priced from eight to ninety shillings.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Adri
Electric Tram Accident Kills Driver and Hurts Passengers
In Oporto a heavy flood damaged the track causing a tram to derail amid city settlements. The driver died instantly while twenty three workers were seriously injured as carriages overturned and flood conditions hindered rescue efforts. The event prompted emergency responses from local authorities and hospital teams.
Remarkable Building Reveals Public Use of Concrete
OCR fragment describes a vast ancient style structure with massive blocks and reinforced walls. It notes the use of stone and concrete methods, scaffolding, and a focus on lasting durability, mentioning builders and techniques while highlighting notable features and aims for permanence.
Moving Theatre Opens Under Philp Lyiten Plan
A moving theatre project led by Mr Philp Lyiten announces a grand opening schedule. The plan includes a compact venue, detailed stage layouts, and projected capacity for metropolitan audiences.
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Ofremey
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Victoria Hall
Alfred Holland
Werry Hank
Lismore
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W. 1. Clements
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National Library of Australia
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Salvaape Republic
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Telegraph
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Victorian
Seaman's Union
Steamship General Federation
Seamen’s Union
Slade
Parkville
Federal Capital
Warrion
Co-Operative Bacom Company
Delous
Avaipewe
Bud
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L. M Lutouye
Weul
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Aurol
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Carley
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Bates
Cliniatt
Loti
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Philp Lyiten
Mamager
Ili
Saturnay Etema
Operin
Philip
Shaw
Clint
Rewins
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