Forest Apollo Bay road plan advances despite funding concerns
Deputation to Culac Shire seeks extra rate to fund main roads under the Country Roads Board. Apollo Bay district hopes for improved forest roads to spur expansion, with council agreeing to proceed with Forrest to Harramunga section, while noting finance remains a barrier and government duties to settlers criticized. Heavy rain, local events, and community notices accompany the update.
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Clock competition ad and court fines noted in Colac paper
The Colac Police Court fined J Leone and W Belwood and two others £2 each for failing to attend oral examinations on means of satisfying orders. An ad for Mulder and Co touts touring cars, vehicle care, and a three step driver’s licence guarantee, plus vulcanising services and a Barney Frost vulcaniser.
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By-Election Held for Grampians Vacancy
Federal by election in the Grampians seat saw Liberal candidate Mr Salmon oppose Labor’s Mr J K M'Dougall. Voting was completed yesterday with about 1300 votes yet to be counted.
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British Forces Counter at Ypres Face German Attacks
From London dated Saturday, John French's second despatch notes renewed German activity to the southeast of Ypres. Allied troops exhibit great gallantry in counterattacks as multiple German trench assaults are repelled.
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Victoria South Australia Shipfield Shield Final at Adelaide Oval
In Melbourne Victoria and South Australia continued the final Shipfield Shield match. South Australia scored 91 for 1 in the first innings with Mayne and Tellow not out. Victoria replied with strong batting led by Park and Willamere, totaling 579 for six before declaring. Willsmore and Whitty took multiple wickets as bowlers.
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Torpedoes Sink French Steamer by German Sub
A German submarine without warning torpedoed the French steamer Ionerah, which was en route from Havre to Dunkirk, causing its sinking. The attack was conducted without prior warning.
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Russian Push in Carpathians Reported Near Baladiz
A comm unique states Russian forces have advanced with several fortifications fallen north of Volie and Mikhoff. In Baladiz a Russian battalion seized fortifications and killed all defenders. Two days saw 2000 Austrians and 6 machine guns captured in Waykow as German counterattacks were repulsed with heavy losses.
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Admiral Pyre and Allies Bombard Dardanelles Forts
On Saturday the allied fleet bombarded the Dardanelles and silenced the forts on the European side. Landon reports a strong naval action with the admiralty ammeter in action.
Rabbits Targeted in Forest District Demonstration
The Vermin Destruction Department held a poison field demonstration on Mr Minnes and Mr Hutler properties at Weeaproin to show rabbit control methods. About 2 055 rabbits died on Minnes land and 1 656 on Butler land, prompting plans for a broad suppression drive across the forest area with inspectors appointed and new leagues formed.
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Reopening of the Trajan Chamber of Deputies Sparks War Rally
Hundreds gather in the street to demonstrate in support of Italy joining the war after the Trajan Chamber of Deputies reopened on Thursday. An attempted attack on the Austrian envoy was thwarted as the crowd was dispersed by authorities.
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Thunderstorm disrupts Beeac telegraph and power lines
A Friday thunderstorm struck Beeac causing widespread telephone outages as the main cable at the Post Office fused. An inspector from the Postal Department worked on repairs, but by Saturday evening only three connections were restored. The rain was welcomed for lucerne crops and further showers were anticipated.
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Bowling Match Colac Defeated by Corio at Geelong
In Geelong on Saturday Colac lost to Corio in a bowls match across four rinks with scores 26 14 19 12 and a total for Corio 109 to Colac 82. A pairs tournament on the Colac green followed with Parkes junior and Alexander leading 15 to 7, Parkes senior and Wilmot 15 to 14, Mum and Thomas 15 to 18, Hearle and Langenbacher 16 to 14.
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Speedy Tigers and Cars: Hire Challenges Highlighted
A tiger is described as a speedy animal while a motor car is a fast vehicle. The idea of hiring a tiger is ruled out, but hiring a motor car from CGelee Motor is considered, outlining a contrast between the two speeds and the practical option.
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Germans Mine Fields Near English Coast
The Admiralty say the Carman laid extensive minefields off Scarborough during the recent raid. Sweeping operations have been ongoing and three boats involved in the work were sunk.
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Agricultural Classes Produce Gold Medal Winner
Examination results from the Department of Agriculture show Don Granter winning with 272 marks. J E Hayes second with 29? and R W AM Rke third with 207. Granter plans to compete in the ANA medal exam soon. Enrollment has begun for year schedules in a central building.
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Wicket woes mark tied cricket match amid rain
Wet pitches delayed cricket on Saturday as T and 1 teams played a tied match. Nine batsmen faced the ball after a late arrival, with M'Kenzie starring in bowling for the home side and multiple players contributing to a tight finish.
YACHTING TROPHY RACE AT CLUB MEET
A trophy funded by Mr J Har man for the sixth Joe White Field round was contested Saturday afternoon in a fresh south westerly. Swastika led early and finished fourth in handicap with Beatrice proclaimed winner after handicaps, Harbinger placed third. Next club event with Walton trophy to be decided Friday's issue.
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Irrewillipe Rifle Club hosts stage of gold medal match
The Irrewillipe Rifle Club held another stage of its syllable card competition on Saturday, with the first round of the VRA gold medal at 100 yards. Captwin M. E. Consedine led with 64 of 75, junior shooter J Marker won the club's trophy last week, and a special meeting is called at 1 pm to elect a new captain following resignations.
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Sunshine Tennis Club Edges Cressy In Mixed And Men Matches
Sunshine Tennis Club travelled to Cressy for a friendly with Cressy on Barturda. Outcome favored Cressy in men and mixed events with close scores across several rubbers. Warrion women later beat Ellimington in a windy friendly with several tight sets. Ellimington prepares for Colac Tournament on April 3 5.
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Sporting Notes on Summer Meeting at the Turg
The Summer Meeting of theola Turg will be held tomorrow with fine ground and good fields expected. The first race is set for 1.30 pm. Mr M Kean handles catering while Mr Fever of Melbourne runs the publican’s booth. Motor cars and drays depart Murray Street at 11 am and holiday excursion rail fares apply.
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Boxing Verdict Rouses Melbourne Crowd
In Melbourne at the Stadium Jeff Smith faced Mik King in a middleweight bout. Smith won the match, but the verdict drew an unpopular reaction from the large crowd gathered Sunday night.
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