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Newspaper
Colac Herald
Location
Colac, Victoria, Australia
Date
Dec 27, 1912
Page
2
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The notice catalogs prices for wide oilcloths linoleums and tapestries by yard and piece. Items include 6 feet wide oilcloths at 2s 2d per yard 6 feet linoleums from 6d to 4s 3d per yard with various widths, plus tapestry carpets drapers and heavy rugs. Also offered are lace curtains lace applique curtains table covers mohair covers blinds linings and trunk travel requisites.
Notes from Colac Herald December 27 1912 report ongoing discussions led by Mr Thomas Minister for External Affairs on ensuring Australian butter is sold under its true name in Britain. He plans to meet cooperative butter factory managers next month to discuss actions and possible arrangements.
The Kew congregation held a farewell social for Mr and Mrs Barnaby with tributes from the canara, the Presbytery and churches. Presentations valued their work at Kew and a purse of 100 pounds was given to Mr Barnaby. The couple were long associated with Colac and their severance was felt with sincerity.
Constantinople reports the Balkan Allies demand vast territorial cessions east of Hodosto and Marmora, Bay of Malataa, and the Turkish islands in the Aegean, with Crete rights abandoned. Albanian questions left to the Powers. The Turkish government deems the terms unacceptable without preserving the Adrianople pact.
All Turkish officers on leave have been ordered back to the Tehataldja lines within four hours. Authorities fear a new outbreak of hostilities as Enver Bey visits the officers and urges them to abandon factional ties.
A Dun doopearly warehouse fire destroyed the building and caused 210000 in damages. A wall collapse buried the bodies of four children whose stockings had been filled by their mother for Christmas. Firemen rescued the mother as crews fought the blaze through the night.
A violent assault on the Viceroy of India provokes widespread condemnation. Reports say the attacker, linked to a Miya ru y faction, was captured and punished as crowds seek justice. Protests erupt across cities, with European and native communities criticizing the act and demanding improvements in security. The Pope expressed horror at the attempted assassination, praising Britain’s work in India.
Yesterday's event drew a large crowd at Winchelsea as the first gathering under new management. Recap of winners includes Maiden Plate J M Fraser. stepping the Abamn Richmond Bros tied at 86 feet. Bhaffield Handicap Wileon Woodhouse Fraser. Judge Tossing Caber Alex Anderson McDonald. Friendly Societies Handicap Geo Worland. Rheal Tossing F Stokes R Bennet. Ladies Race A Richmond E Richmond. Putting the Stone Alex Anderson Gascoine. 220 Yards Handican Woodhouse Wilson Dwyer. High Jump Aimet Gost. 440 Yards Bandicap Wilson Gost Dwyer. District Trot O Connell's Ret. Old Doffer's Rare Schiltenborger.
A shooting party near Camperdown ends in tragedy when a boy named William Gatcoe dies after a firearm malfunction. Dr Ross and Senior-Constable Arthur assisted, moving the injured youth to Camperdown Hospital before he passed at 9 o'clock. An inquest will be held.
Colac Town hosted a well attended meeting with steady racing and orderly conduct. Officials included Stewards Hancock Neylon Wilson James Hayes Talbot, Judges Murray Leod, Starter Hancock, Clerk Talbot, Treasurer Dare, Timekeeper Smith, Handicapper Bendall, and Medical Officer Wynne. The program featured trials, pony and hurdle races, a Christmas Gift sprint, and a lively novelty pony event with Fortuna, Nujee, and Arion among the notable entrants. Winnings and placings were noted across multiple races, with Fortuna winning the Trial Stakes and Paxski securing the Hurdle.
The article describes a Melbourne Thursday cricket match between Victoria and New South Wales with detailed scorelines, players, and dismissals. It also covers a two day Colac Show Grounds fixture between clubs including innings, bowlers, and totals, plus a dental ad and Keating's powder insecticide note.
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