Colac auction reports strong fat cattle and wide market activity
The Colac market scene shows robust fat cattle demand with competitive prices and active yarding of cows and forward sale cattle. Sheep and store stock also feature, with buyers present, varied prices, and extensive notes on individual lots and consignors across Colac and district.
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Cororado
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Therwnedy
Epeesbeed Ooes
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T J. Morrimy
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Fortnightly sale at Selwood and Vage draws large crowd
Selwood and Vage ran a midweek sale, reporting steady yarding of stock and strong demand for store cattle and autumn cows. Prices ranged from modest sums for calves to higher values for fat cows, with favorable buyer turnout and a varied line of hides, skins, and produce including potatoes apples pears and tomatoes.
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Selwood and
Vage
Buvery
Pal Morrie
Grant
Pierce
J. Metaren
H. Salmon
Tucker's Promises Big Surprise for Ladies Line
A large surprise sale is in store for ladies at Tucker's with reports of a huge lucky purchase event. The announcement hints at special offers and notable bargains for shoppers.
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Tucker's
Bishop and Lent Messages at Urch of Sunday Service
Sunday February 21 offers a 1 am on Sunday in Ontario service with The Bishop's Past seal and a 7 am talk on The Meaning of Lent by the Vicar at the church. City readers are invited to attend the Anglican service.
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Oun Poultry
el Otter
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Per
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Fragments From Gellibrand Street Sunday Notices
Sunday notices list names and times for Bibble School and Adult Bible classes. Snippets mention Mr Quinton, Mr Collins, Mr W Chap pel, and Mrs MHeather with unclear roles and fees around 7.90.
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Quinton ' Poai
Hev
T Collins
HL W, Chappel
Pau
Mphew
The Ofac Observer and Dairy Trade Debates
The Colac Herald discusses the Ofac Observer and a lengthy dairy industry debate. It notes industry dissatisfaction with cream grading, potential government action, and the need for farmlevel improvements to ensure first grade quality and fair pricing amid rising costs.
Notices and Events in Local District Meetings
The local Inspector notes new rules under the Par ts and Shops Act effective January 1. Employers must issue certificates of employment and maintain an overtime book with weekly returns. Water supply issues are easing. a report to the trust is expected next month. Community notices cover prices, sales, and upcoming events across Colac and district including concerts, theatre, and fundraisers.
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Austral Library
Collins Street
Melbourne
Mo Wael
CUTOL Promised Remedy At Victoria Hotel Ad
Advert reads CUTOL as a soothing healer tested by Australians at the Victoria Hotel. It notes improvements and mentions innovations in hairdressing and billiard room while promising latest cigar brands and cherettes in stock.
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Victoria Hotel
Co operative Cream Trade Faces Pressure Over Quality
The article argues dairy buyers must pay for cream on a first grade basis to prevent a decline in quality. It warns government objections risk harming co operative efforts, as purchasing inferior cream undermines the industry and the cooperative model.
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Leena Qi
Oetrymnen
le Positon
Australia
London
Osborne
Wester District
Associat Hom
Queer Street
le Hard
Wyatt
ANA Wins Trendly Card Showdown At DOO Hall
Members of HACHS and ANA competed in a Monday night card tournament at DOO Hall with ANA securing 3 to 2 in games. The event drew 44 participants and set plans for a rematch later, while Rev Litter’s Centenary Fund appeal and lantern-view lectures drew a large audience and strong support.
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ANA
Doo Hall
HACBS
Erb
Evethre
M- Toreet
Garin Alycuit
Memibers
Eee Agin Af
Mle Ditternek
Beoac Cn
Litter Madde
Commonwealth
Airrawfont
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Swan Marsh District Ladies Entertainment Draws Crowds
A Monday night event organized by the district ladies in Swan Marsh drew a large crowd. Prominent locals, including Ken Pether M'Glwin, urged generosity, a £31 4s collection was raised, and a tug of war won by the Kervin team. Music by Misses Mo and M. Showdy, plus a hoopla table and dancing until daybreak, marked the lively fundraiser.
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Sue Cose
Ken Pether M
Fwan
T. 4
Sesten
Mathieson
Melbourne Flour Market Prices Fall Across Grades
Melbourne market reports heavy supply of pies and flour with weak demand. Prices show broad decline across tiers from inferior to prime, with lower bids for heavy and light weights and occasional higher quotes for top quality and farmers sets.
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Melbourne
oNte
Tebe
Coursing Club Meets Amid District Reorder and Races
A recent Coursing Club committee meeting chaired by A Heap discussed four vacancies for secretary and representative posts. Delegates from Western Districts including Mortlake Camperdown and Colac arranged district boundaries and set a date to resolve clashes, with final decisions to be referred to the SC. Races and motorcar events are scheduled for tomorrow with entries good and first race at 1:90 PM.
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Chas Lorin
Mortlake
Camperdown
Colac
Hexham
Lismore
Cressy
Penshurst
Casterton
Coram
Korot Field
Cape Clear
J. Mitchell
Old Coursing Club
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Youn
Middleton
Patriotism Fund Reimer Efforts Praised By Committees
The note lists sewing committee activities and donated items including garments, pincushions, handkerchiefs, bags, and cushions. Names such as Miss Wilson Miss Nellie Milow and Mrs A J Miller appear among donors and recipients. The filing mentions Red Cross Degas Teece Committee and various charity items sent to aid a cholera belt.
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Morrell
the Grains Bagel & Sks
War expenditure figures disclosed by Australian minister
The Australian Defence Minister states that total war spending for the financial year will reach about £41,000,000, not including the Third Expeditionary Force of 10,000 men, with total expenditures around £113,000,000.
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Sa' Pearre
No Business Depression Draws Crowds at Stephens Enterprise
Crowd gathers as staff promote shopping savings with claims of unusually low prices. Advert shows customers urged to attend sale highlighting value and money saved per pound versus competitors.
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W. EK. Stephens
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