Geelong and District News Highlights Local Incidents
In the Geelong region a series of events are reported, including the death of Lily Bleck at a funeral in Geelong, a serious injury to Chas Walker at Oriental Timber Corp in Milla, a boating accident near Barwon Heads involving Wm Rashleich and family, and the mysterious 14 year old Harold O Mahoney found shot on a Wollaston plantation. Witness details relate to a coroner’s inquiry, with conclusions pointing to accidental gun discharge. Additional notes cover a planned pewter factory and local business efforts to maintain cream processing locally as supply chains are adjusted.
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J. Black
Newtown
Oriental Timber Corporation
Milla
Chas
Walker
Frana Street
Chilwell
Wm. Ruschleich
Geelong
Barwon Heada
Reo Ueman
Rashleich
Theo
Harold Vincent Leo O'Mahoney
O'Mahoney
Wollaston
W. Ferguson
Daeputy
Michael Callaghan
Callaghen
Richard Milverton
Walters. Manifold
Benid
Ioral Businese
British Politics Debate and Insurance Act Clash
London Friday reports hint at an appeal to the country by Mr Asquith and Mr Bonar Law accepting the policy. A government insider predicts the next election will hinge on franchise issues rather than Home Rule. Labour sees both Unionists and Radicals wishing to avoid an election due to internal splits and the National Insurance Act. The Franchise Bill will enter Committee stage in late January. The Home Rule Bill debate in the House of Commons was muted as six clauses were renewed and guillotined and seven government amendments were rejected. Lloyd George addressed the Insurance Act advisory committee noting doctors accept revised terms but balk at lay control, while other professions back administrative lay oversight. he announced steps to address inadequacies in medical panels.
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House of Commons
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Nero
Caesar
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Ilnois
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Teta
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Heidelberg
Lois
Shakespeare
Somerset
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Tous Walton
Edmund Burke
Ant Man
Jim
Mr. Hyde
Monte
Coke
Wille
Will
Door Leonards
Willyn
West
The Resurrection Plant's Curious Life Cycle Described
A malfunctioning plant article details the Resurrection Plant, also called Apostatica or Pha Rose of Jericho, noted for its ability to revive in water. It describes its life cycle, leaves and stalks, and how uprooted specimens survive transport and reanimate after soaking, with discussion of popularity and trade.
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Jericho
Marape
The Eyes That See Differently In Human Color
An article discusses theories on how eye color may influence perception and temperament. It argues that different colored eyes could alter responses to light and mood, comparing this to lunar illumination and social impressions. The piece notes speculative science and urges reserve in conclusions.
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Bus
Juan
Ebelit
Mr Knowall and the Bun Purchase Lesson
Mr Knowall scolds his companion for cleverness in saving money while buying seven buns for sixpence. The scene on a shop counter shows a tense exchange over payment and value as the bun seller hesitates before the sale is completed.
Life of a Banknote Revealed by Gilbert Gray
A detailed look at how Bank of England notes travel from paper to cash and back, describing production, handling, inspection, and destruction. It covers safes, numbering, storage in the maze, purgatory of five years, and the notes' role as legal evidence in court cases, plus notes on forgery training and the daily return volume.
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Gilbert Gray
Bank of Aeens
Jesers Portal
Laverstock
Hants
London
Poe
Bank of England
Messrs Spink
Osborn
Librar
Bank of Fagland
England
Quinton Hege Takes Over Gallo Co Business in Oolac District
L Quinton Hege notifies the public he has taken over GEO Gallo and Co business in Oolac district. He pledges honest work and fair charges to secure support. He plans to offer custom ordered vehicles and solicits trial orders.
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L. Quinton
Oolac and District
GEO. Gallop and CO
Paduats
Powant
Written wills through ancient law and modern practice
A historical survey traces written wills from ancient Egypt and Mesopotamia to modern times, noting how testators arranged property, guardians, and witnesses. It cites Petrie and famous wills from Columbus to Shakespeare, and warns that many private wills fail in plain construction, urging expert guidance.
The Drivers Improbable Invention Parade
A garbled, archaic street scene shows a portly policeman and a shabby cab driver in a tense exchange. The officer, amused by his own authority, contends with the driver’s evasive reply, revealing a moment of comic miscommunication and social clash.
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