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Fragmentary text references teams and individuals with garbled names and places. Readable bits mention Victoria and an event with a team. details, dates, and precise entities are not recoverable.
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Newspaper
Colac Herald
Location
Colac, Victoria, Australia
Date
Jan 12, 1914
Page
2
Friendly Societies Excursion to Queenscliffe
Fragmentary OCR notes describe a friendly societies excursion to Queenscliffe with mentions of Marmant, Bauer, Mester and Thibee Viele. Scattered lines refer to panels, committees, and local organizers, plus a possible march or event schedule and civic group names.
Blood Remedy and Local Notices in Colac Advertisement
An OCR fragment shows a 1904 Colac district page with medical remedy mentions, farm and veterinary ads, and government tender notices. It references blood remedy claims, pharmacy items, plants, and auctions, with names like G and Connor and Sydney area addresses and dates in 1904.
Noted Notorain Bab Excursion to Geelong From Port Fairy
Tramers report a Friday excursion by rail from Port Fairy to Geelong with all stations included. Fares listed for various stops and times, with tickets available through the secretary of the excursion committee. Details given for multiple stations and dates, including January 4.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Meteearu
Port Fairy
Geelomz
Ted Hass
Feramy
Camperdewy
Ierton
Particwlers
EB. Jones
Artin
Court hears address at Colac Police Court hearing
The Colac Police Court session includes testimonies and remarks from Sir Walter Belmal JP and DC Duncan ALP with residents of Yea present. The gathering acknowledges service and expresses gratitude for residents' support, noting approval of the terms and showing respect for local officials.
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Borktown
Tom K ' Marsho
Moo
Rapti
Dae Co Suewty
Slin Memientin
Fuilen
Kutvvelay
Enterprise Hour
An Taran
Colac Pulie Cours
Walter Belvmal
Hergeant Seddon
Belwood
Yea
Snood
Beryrant Beddon
Bin
Unclear Text Describes Watery Scheme and Town Meeting
Fragmentary notes report agitation by Winchelars ratepayers over a water supply scheme. Mentions meetings, a pastor speech, and a public notice about an upcoming auction or sale. Several garbled names and dates appear, amid references to advertising and local concerns.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tomorrex
Tosades
E'Ehauk
Coler
Winchelars
Piranerst
Fire at Prahran Turbulent Night Affects Homes
A large blaze in Prahran disrupted residents and caused smoke visible across the area. Fire crews battled flames for hours, with surrounding streets evacuated and several properties damaged. No injuries reported, authorities probe the cause and timeline.
Camperdown Triumph In Low-Scoring Cup Clash
Camperdown and Colac battled to a 0 goal 19 behinds final as Keith Calvert opened scoring early and the game stayed even at the start of the second quarter. Bransmor and Ramoy contributed key plays but no additional goals were tallied.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Colac Comperdows
VNI Aks
Soliman Taymort Kobe
Canyon
Tha Reumne
Kean
Net
Mag
Camperdown
Balinep
Stansmore
Horto
Camperton
Keith Calvert
Weingine
Compordass
Lake Colag Rowing Club Race Recap
Lake Colag Rowing Club held serateh trials on Saturday with three crews competing. The first heat featured P Parkes stroke, R Andean four, H Boutes two, F Taylor bow, and additional rowers HH.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lake Colag Rowing Club
Serateh
P. Parkes
R. Andean
H. Boutes
F. Taylor Bow
Fragmented 19th Century Scriptural Echoes and Public Notices
A garbled OCR passage blends biblical references with 19th century civic life. It mentions Vigorous speeches, a Ven. JA Pareete rallying audiences, and discussions around societal roles, education, and public works. The text also cites theaterlike imagery, Stenwing, and historical names amid scattered European and American-place hints.
Catholic Church Notes and Local Community News
Local church notes recount past clergy and parish histories, including Father Cail and Rev ther Calall. The piece covers community meetings, elections to the Colac ACF council, Ave Maria branch activities, and a church social event with attendance and fundraising details.
Unclear racing results amid jumble of names and ponies
A chaotic OCR page lists horses, owners, and handlers for pony races and handicaps, naming many individuals and stables. It references events like NOVELTY PONY RACE and HANDICAP PONY TROT with numerous entries and betting notes, though the text is fragmented and hard to parse.
Colac sermon draws crowd as Melbourne preacher speaks
The Rev. Dr. W. H. Fitchett from Melbourne led morning services at Colac Metropolis Church and delivered an afternoon lecture. He urged viewers to seek wisdom beyond material gain and praised imagination and vision, sharing anecdotes about William Elloit and other figures.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. H. Fiteleut
Melbourne
Colac
Ficchete
the Meyer
Wien
Abe
Newian
Ie Wien
Eld
Boeken
Messrs
Mya Cistle
Mies
Cobden District Meeting Debates City Hall Plans
The Cobden district reports a deputation protesting Geelong Grammar School’s conversion into the city hall. Residents call for a ratepayer referendum at the next meeting while authorities pursue municipal matters and review local projects. Wheat shipments rise as rail traffic increases and Percy Jones conducts the municipal band.
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Mt Geelong
Geelong Grammar School
le Wimmera
Mallee
Percy Jones
Hag Heen
Ays
Bydney Bani
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