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Newspaper

Colac Herald

Location

Colac, Victoria, Australia

Date

Feb 18, 1916

Page

2

The Age of a Larger k 145 pm-B Sunday Class

The notice invites cordial attendance at evening services with subjects on The Reformation in Germany The Renaissance and Talks on the War led by Mr Mudd Public meetings and mission notices are listed with times and speakers. Obituary notices follow for Oliver and Spencer with funeral details and locations.

Germany Mr. Mudd Home Mission Deputation Fr F. Stanley Clark Mr Mudd

Minister to Begin at St Andrew's Presbyterian

The Rev K Forster will commence ministry at St Andrew's Presbyterian Church next Sunday. Morning subject titled We are God's fellow laborers and evening sermon In the Beginning, God. A marriage was celebrated at St Presbyterian Church Gee.

J Pam Bubjeot RK. Forster K. Forster M.A Andrew's Presbyterian Church St. Presbyterian Church Gee

Railway Committees to Inspect District for Proposed Warrion Line

The Railways Standing Committees will visit the district tomorrow to collect evidence on the planned railway to Warrion. They will travel through the rich areas, meet at Lang's Mootres, and inspect Alvie Hall at 2 o'clock. Additional evidence will be heard in Camperdown regarding the Timboon to Port Campbell line and agricultural potential. A serious accident near Pirron Valley injured Mrs Turner when a vehicle capsized on a bridge. she receives medical care. Edwin Cowley, 11, cut his foot at the lake and was treated at Colac Hospital. The Warnesort ladies and helpers plan parish gatherings and talks on the war, with various community notices and recruiting updates. Weather in Colac broke heat records, while public meetings and fundraising events continue for local services and military support.

Connesion Warrion Lang Alvie Hall Railway League Camperdown Timboon Port Campbell Nesses AL Cowley

Death of Mr W A Oliver

Obituary notes the death of W A Oliver at age 32 after a recent illness and operation. He was the eldest son of Walter Oliver formerly of Alvie now at Cootamundra South Wales, served as secretary of the OFA Rory company, and was regarded as a faithful servant with a promising career. The community mourns his loss and funeral arrangements are announced.

Oliver al Celine Beth Feb Walter Alexander Ijueenie Hiver Wo J Emily Oliver Alvie Cootanjundra New South Wales Wi'sen Street Colac Celleders T W Fhariom WA Oliver Walter Liver Cootamundra South Wraies Viner Bps Abelier

Tom Akeyhill and the Anzac Legacy in Australia

Western District native Tom Akeyhill enlisted first and served at Hroxudmeadows, Egypt, Anzac, and Cape Helles before being blinded at Achi Baba. He wrote soldier songs from At mac from the trenches and hospital, whose popular book reflects frontline truth and earned wide circulation.

Noto Vanis Atterrather Ashibier Akeyhill Colar Tom Keyhill Amene Egypt Anzac Cape Helles Achi Baba Airo Astayt At-Home Australia Skeyiill Callipoli Amstrata

World War II naval clash and air raid reported

Fragmentary Reuters copy describes enemy ships and submarines in action, heavy bombardment and aerial attacks. Text mentions Haig and ongoing front assaults with asserts of losses and advances amid a general air raid.

Treacy Haig

Strummitza Attack Report From Salonika Front

A damaged wartime note describes an attack near a Bulgarian town about 36 miles from Salonika where aircraft engaged in bombing and shelling. The report mentions aeroplanes and forces under a commander named Verrodead and notes heavy to severe bombardment.

Salonika

Fragmentary OCR Update on Local Teams and Players

A garbled OCR passage mentions Darmibon and Brenieh and references fans, a Hawt team, and several names including PW Walters. It hints at a game or attack context with vague references to German forces and timelines but remains largely unreadable and inconclusive.

Leu Bharpayd

Restoration of Belgiums Frontiers After War Negotiations

The report outlines efforts by Belgian representatives to restore borders and rebuild the nation following conflict. It mentions meetings, dates, and key figures shaping postwar arrangements and the anticipated status of territories.

Erierium Falls Slavs Take Fortress in Tin

Slavs seize fortress in a tense confrontation described from Metre Moselles Wisi to Avis Hinererey TEP 1. The report notes a bold advance by Hy cay and mentions New York reenforcements and Vetere cnane in the surrounding area.

York

Far Reaching Effects Rapidity of the Armenian Liberation

The report describes far reaching effects and rapidity of Armenian liberation efforts. It notes ongoing pressure and government actions, with trials and public notices listed for Saturday at Warren Park and nearby locations. Names mentioned include Warren Park participants and local figures.

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