14 Feb 1912
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Newspaper
Colac Herald
Location
Colac, Victoria, Australia
Date
Feb 14, 1912
Page
1
Fat sheep and lamb sales at Newmarket yards show mixed demand with crossbred ewes and lambs reaching up to 19 shillings and 16 to 11 shillings respectively. Geelong sale notes firm tone with crossbred wethers to 14 shillings 6 pence and lambs mainly in the medium to prime range. prices held against last week with slight hardening late in trade.
An advertisement claims a tonic will end morning fatigue and restore appetite. It promises a clear head after a short course, noting the price as 2/6 and listing L. W. Wieeler as the Colac chemist at Murray Street. The notice is a typical late 19th or early 20th century patent medicine pitch.
An old newspaper ad column touts cures for eczema with Cutos ointment in pots priced 1 shilling 6 pence. It also promotes Hynes kidney pills as a remedy for kidney health and Bullseye Gough mixture with sold prices shown, urging readers to buy for various ailments.
The ad emphasizes appearance in business success and claims superior tailoring. It invites readers to visit or request patterns and self measurement forms to place orders for new suits.
The Irrewillipe Athletic Club hosts its twenty fifth annual sports at Robert Baker's paddock on March 2. President J Baker and committees organize events from boys under 16 to equine races including pony and hack races. Nominations close March 5 with entry fees due, handicaps published later, and officials warning of disqualification for noncompliance.
A fragmentary note reflects a traveler’s sentiment about a journey to Mexico and a sense of relief and satisfaction amid ongoing anxiety. The text hints at broad fears and a strong wish for reassurance.
During tig season I offer a large stock of Massey and Genuine BSA cycles with low prices. New and second hand cycles from £3 onwards, Massey bicycles £20, Genting FSA from £12 10, latest models. Lawson Massey Gyhla and Motor Depot at Gellibrand Street Colac. Clarke and Sons provide plumbing and bath services with estimates.
Public notice describes loans on farms from 50 to 2000 pounds at 44 percent interest and 1 percent principal reduction, with options on Crown Leaseholds able to become Freehold. No mortgage charge. Repayment possible any time, minor early payoff fee, no penalty after five years. Inquiries to The Inspector General of Savings Banks, 29 Market Street, Melbourne. Also a memorial note for Fitzmauriece mother, died February 1907, from her husband and family.
The author argues for fair wages and shorter hours as democracy expands. He notes gains from eight hours a day, factory laws, wages boards, and the Conciliation and Arbitration Court, while warning that industrial disputes and strikes harm families and production. Mr Read Murphy, P.M., receives three weeks’ leave of absence due to illness.
A magisterial inquiry in Colac examined the death of Jozeph O Dowd who was killed at the railway station when a track passed over his leg. The inquest found death from shock and septic infection due to an accident with no blame assigned. Notes on Carlisle Butter Factory outputs and prices followed, then local civic updates and community notices including a funeral, a charity fund, and local society events.
Colac Turf Club lists entries for Saturday with events including Trial Stakes Hurdles and Flying Stakes. Competitors span multiple categories such as Ronge Agnes Coun Tess Hermaley Lord Pyons Shima and many others across novelities and carranballas.
From our Correspondent. An I O R social evening took place in the Methodist Sunday school on the Ethinet. There was no large attendance. The musical programme featured L M'Konvle, Carter, Miss M. Hinder, Mr G Craike, and Mr T Wevas. The evening ended with parlor games and supper, closing with Auld Lang Syne.
Calcutta reports the death of Miss Garnett Orme amid alleged murder by Eva Mount Stephens claimed to have poisoned Orme. The will involved, and the crystal gazing belief linked to the fatal event. In London the Chancellor cites Liberal responsibility for the Insurance Act amid unionist opposition and doctor protests.
Torrential rains burst rivers and triggered landslides burying houses in Guards and other towns. The Tagus rose 60 feet in places while Cadiz suffered ruined wine stores and rail lines. Dozens killed, thousands left homeless as floods stretch from Cordoba to the sea and King Alfonso tours affected districts.
Excise officers on the frontier pursued smugglers carrying a car with about one and a half tons of tobacco into Belgium. Shots were fired, one smuggler was wounded, and the car was captured after a tire burst. The robbers escaped.
In Berlin on Sunday Lord Haldane, British War Minister, left for London after a meeting with Sir Ernest Cassel who previously funded the British German Foundation. He carried a Kaiser bust as a token of Anglo German rapprochement. Churchill’s Glasgow speech on naval supremacy dominates German chatter with Der Deutsche Zeitung and Neueste Nachrichten praising candour. Kreuz Zeitung notes Britain seeks German recognition as world arbiter.
Terrific blast at the Antosein mine in Oppeln Prussian Silesia kills six men. The accident is described as caused by corelessness and ends investigation details. A separate ad offers Speedwell cycles with stock priced from 12 pounds 10 shillings to 20 pounds and repair services at Mat Burns Colac Murray Street.
England defeated Australia by an innings and 225 runs at the Melbourne ground to clinch the fourth test. The scores feature Australia’s innings led by Kelloway and Bordero while England’s bowlers including Foster and Minnett achieved a dominant line. The match included notable performances from Hobbes Gunn Rhodes and Meade, with Warwickshire and Victoria clubs cited in the coverage.
The company announces January payments totaling £20,220 4/1, a new monthly record and £6,582 above the previous January distribution. Butter output reached 183 tons, prices strong in London and Melbourne, and a plan for casein production set for around 1 April 1812. The half year balance sheets have been posted. transfer books run 6–31 February.
Port Campbell hosts Timboon district rifle shoot with Port Campbell scoring two and Timboon one. Timboon marksman J Callaway led for Timboon while O D M Ree starred for Port Campbell. Next match Cape Cobden vs Port Campbell for a 4 trophy event with a gold medal prize donated by Rev. D F Brandt of Woodford. Visitors report good fishing and rough access due to corduroy roads. Threshing ends as forests show results and milk output lags by about 100 gallons daily versus last year.
Early returns from South Australia show Labour losing ground as votes trickle in across electorates including Flinders. With farming districts still counting, Liberal candidates appear likely to gain seats, potentially shifting the balance to Liberals 24 to Labour 10 if current trends hold.
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