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Newspaper
Colac Herald
Location
Colac, Victoria, Australia
Date
Jan 13, 1915
Page
2
Inventory item list shows parcels of clothing and fabrics including calico nightdresses aprons blouses lace trims and knickers. Describes quality Calico Nightdresses daughters and infants garments alongside menswear items such as tweed trousers denim and shirts with sizes and pricing hints.
Fragmented excerpt notes government aims to develop forest area with timber and road lines. References Colac Herald and Colac Observer not clearly connected to a full event. Potential discussion of erosion or destruction caused by development.
Reports detail improvements at Colac Gardens including water channels and taps for picnic areas. The article notes a Vice regal forest tour with planned luncheons and scenic stops, praised for smooth arrangements under Mr Jo G. Johnstone’s supervision, alongside dairy industry updates and remarks from the Commonwealth Prime Minister on naval defence.
The W A C B society held a successful Communion breakfast at St Mary’s Hehoo in Colac with about 100 seated and 34 apologies. Clergy and Catholic societies leaders including Dean Nelan, Fathers Daly, and Mr Glorn were thanked for decades of service, while the Hibernian Society and Ave Maria branches were praised for community work.
The Ave Maria branch and four others in the district show steady growth with 42 members in 1909 rising to 45 in 1990. The best recruiting year was 1912. 1913 saw £80 3 was distributed to sick members. Expenditure in 1914 reached £710 6 3, totaling £582 17 5 over 1913–1914, with funds healthy and management in credit. The young branch notes records of vitality and active service, led by Grand President Bro Grainger. the secretary since 1911 remains in post.
The Marys Branch of the HLA met at Brendan's Church for a quarterly communion service. Treasurer Honan and Warden Keating were mentioned among attendees while sick visitors were noted.
South Australia win by two wickets in a low scoring match. Firet Mayne and Bardsley were dismissed by Steele and Sumnet, while Minnett and Andrews contributed with key wickets. Sundries-Total versus Bowling shows Scott taking 2 for 8 and Kellaway scoring hundreds, with Minnett taking 4 for 14.
Melbourne report chronicles Patrick Carrol a 64 year old laborer being sentenced to six weeks imprisonment at Dandenong for wounding his son during a drunken New Year’s Day incident.
The Assistant Minister of Defence Mr Jensen and Public Works Minister Mr Hagelthorn discussed transport work. Both were reticent. not settled yet. The State Government will stand firm to its decision to give no preference to unionists.
A grand hall event on Wednesday evening features a special film program near the stage and performances by Miss Vera Millar a Kililo singer. The concert benefits the Wittens of St Kilda with assistance from Sir David Hennes Archbishop of Mel- Merde. A dance follows and tickets are available at J M Mahon’s with reserved seats priced 2 shillings.
Melbourne traders report a rise in flour prices as the Flour Millers Association announces an increase to £14 10s per deer. The secretary notes the common men should expect higher costs while wheat futures affect milling margins.
Thousands of sheep from dry regions traverse forests toward more favorable districts near Sydney. Mortality among the starving flock is high with only about a fifth reaching Bat Worst, and it is doubtful half will survive the long journey.
Lord Rosebery told Dalkeith Scots that compulsion would unfairly single out workers at home while volunteers shape victory. He warned millions must be drawn into Britain’s effort and vowed success depended on voluntary enlistment to defeat Germany and sustain the Empire.
During the monthly gathering the group resolved to request a commission to begin work when conditions allow and weather improves. The proposal aims to advance the project as soon as feasible.
A biplane is to be tested for a possible flight to Melbourne. Officials expect favorable conditions for an early start to the campaign and a potential reach to Melbourne within the day.
Obituary notes the death of Mr J L Trefle longtime Labor leader and minister for culture and lands in Western Australia He served in government from 1910 and held multiple portfolios including lands and administration He leaves a wife and two children and was regarded as a respected public figure by the Labor Party and country press community
The report recalls a fierce river crossing against German forces near Tramgorod fortres as Soviet troops push a successful advance. Casualties include nearly a third of the crossing party wounded or killed while German attackers press through the river and into trenches.
January entries due for Camperdown Races and Forres events, with February close dates listed for Cresos Beeac and South Purrumbete meetings. Foundation Day at Colac Tennis Club features a mixed doubles event worth three prizes. entry closes Tuesday January 26. Terang Turf Club reports New Year profits and losses. Geelong Cup nominations include Mint Lane Narberry Kilspindle and others. Cricket notes mention Thens players returning from Sydney tour and local rowing trials planned.
The De Telegraaf reports nightly trains arrive with German dead to Capelle near Antwerp. Bodies are bound in threes with wire and buried in graves tended by locals. The article mentions prices this year and notes unsettled conditions in India causing precautionary measures.
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