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Newspaper
Colac Herald
Location
Colac, Victoria, Australia
Date
Jul 01, 1914
Page
2
The Melbourne sheep market shows good attendance at the yards with firm overall demand though prices varied. Heavy lots sold between £44 and £60, with a broad range for quality and weight, while general demand remained steady and auctioneers noted cautious optimism.
A jumble of phrases and garbled words mentions markets, people, places, numbers, and products. Readable fragments reference Melbourne, Chey, Potata, and medicines like Peppermint Cure. The text weaves disjointed notes without a clear single event or story.
Tenders invited until 12 noon Monday July 6 for erection views and specifications at the office set at the Manse Mirregurra for the erection of a large residence in wood for C. Baker Esq Tertinga Pirrea Yallouk. For sale or to let. For sale LP Brows Mav's Portable Steam Machine, used three seasons for chaff cutting.
The notice lists memorial wreaths and inscriptions across Western District Cemeteries. Mary Patna (Patty) Vourek Mora profile noted. funeral arrangements set for Wednesday afternoon with interment to follow. Local agent WM Hantlett handles orders and deliveries at Clifton Mall Melbourne.
In memoriams for our dear mother recalling her love and a father who died January 13 1908. The family pledges enduring love and remembrance across years as they honor their parents and promise to meet again in a future reunion.
A detailed Colac page reports a fatal accident in Murray street involving horses and a belted vehicle, plus a notice of a forthcoming public sale of land in Pollock street. It also covers arts events at Vietoris Hall featuring Madam Mary Conly and Mr Philip Newbury, and lists academic works on Australia. The item notes mourning for the Morrissey family and outlines familial sympathy.
Rain measurements at the Celiac post office cover the 24 hours to yesterday. Nominations for Pelwarth state electorate close 11th at 6 pm. Colac Town Band names officials for twelve months. A farewell for Pastor Chandler is planned at the Shire Mall. Miss Ney takes three months leave from the Werneth school with community support. Victorian WA potato dispute continues over inspection costs. A traveling rug and umbrella are presented to Mr Dungey before his transfer. Colac and Warrnambool school teams contest football with Colac triumphing 59 to 42. A Colac project plans five building yards for Gog housing.
The public hall hosted a debate between H.A.H.8 and ANA 8 with the question Is reason confined to Man. The ANA team won 114 to 77 amid a reduced turnout due to a bereavement affecting H.10.1.8. Speakers included Lb. Troy J. Carey and W. Clark for ANA. next event is shooting at Oddfellows Hall on July 12. Parishioners plan Augustine's Church spring show arrangements. Beeac postmaster J. Dillon to leave. Hamilton to lead Beeac office temporarily.
The shire engineer visited the Carlisle River district for the new main road plan linking to the railway at Gellibrand, with Mrs. Ferrari present. He inspected mid-route windmill and water supply prospects, and construction and telephone line work will begin once the route is settled.
Arbor Day was celebrated at the State school with a sunny picnic mood. Mr Thomas Balcomb supervised the tree planting and spoke on forest cultivation and timber value. Miss Audrey led the class in recitations and, after work, races and games followed a ladies provided lunch. A large turnout made it one of the most enjoyable social events in Gerangamete.
Professor Berry, holder of the anatomy chair at Melbourne University, will deliver illustrated caplis on 6/1 and in Japan on 4/6. The message mentions Thomson’s watertight device and references to destinations around Gonahe and the Tapers Core.
A special Elliminyt Progress Association meeting finalized fea t arrangements for a social honoring district pioneers with a presentation to Mr T A Scott. The program lists musical items and speeches with invitations issued and a large attendance anticipated as hall work and improvements proceed.
In Port Campbell the Currell Football Trophy show progressed as Fort Campbell defeated Lower Gellibrand 4 goals 11 behinds to 1 goal 5 behinds while Hangers defeated Curdie's River. Rams led 2 behinds to Curdie's 10 behinds as standings show Port Campbell 4 wins 4 losses 8 points, Curdies River 4 wins 2 losses 8 points, Hangers 4 wins 3 losses 8 points, Lower Gellibrand with qa
Measles are widespread in Winchelsea and surrounding township with 174 pupils at the State School and only 84 attending last Thursday. The headmaster has informed health authorities and the local school committee. The Education Department requests a report on the outbreak. Classes are likely to be shut for at least a fortnight as measures are discussed.
Postmortem reports John Miaves formerly of Jee Jong killed near Skipton after being kicked in the face during a horse bolting incident. He was dragged 40 yards and found near his tent with head and facial injuries. Inquest verdict: accidental death caused by a horse kick. Deceased’s brothers live in Geelong.
Beeac traveled from Besar last Saturday to play Hirregurra with equal members and enjoyed a pleasant day. The Birregurra club hosted lunch and Beeac shared tea. the match was well contested with close finishes. Beeac won aces Birregurra 6. An open tournament for trophies funded by Mr and Mrs J A Lang will be held next Saturday with district club players invited and club handicaps due to secretary. Trophies donated by Messrs Belwood and Vass. Final arrangements to be set at the general meeting Wednesday evening.
Coleman led Geelong with four goals as top scorer, while Gellibrand's McCarrick posted 47, Alexander 44, J. C. Trigg 45, Tainford captain 45, and PF Fisker 42 in a high scoring game.
Wesle Gepet Peggemaiet Gera reports ongoing chest complaints in a brief regional notice dated 20. The item notes health concerns among named individuals and lists no further medical details or outcomes.
Labor candidate Mr T Burke spoke at the focal hall outlining his qualifications and views on federation, double dissolution, and unity of labor. He condemned government tactics, defended arbitration, urged unity of employers and workers, and warned of rising living costs while stressing the need for timely elector consultative power.
Dual monarchy heir Archduke Francis Ferdinand and his wife the Duchess of Hohenberg were fatally shot in Sarajevo after two assassination attempts. A bomb wounded several bystanders, and a revolver killed the Archduke and Duchess as they arrived at a city event. An unexploded bomb was later found nearby, indicating a planned third strike.
In the Legislative Assembly Mr Elmslie, Opposition leader, reappeared after illness. The Premier notified a motion to appoint Mr Duff as Chairman of Committees, while Mr Elmslie moved an amendment for appointing Mr Outtrim. Mr J W Billson resumed debates on the Address-in-Reply.
Melbourne Tuesday report from the Federal Treasurer shows revenue for the financial year closing tonight at £2,462,000. After absorbing most of the prior year’s surplus, the carried forward amount this year is estimated at £84,305.
John Redmond's nominees on the National Volunteers committee include four Roman Catholic clergy, three Parliamentarians such as Joseph Devlin, the Lord Mayor of Dublin, several provincial mayors, Nugent of the National Foresters, and two of three Dublin barristers. The association aims to aid and support the volunteers.
Professor W. B. Hottomley of King's College London announces a new plant life stimulant. Tomatoes grown in pure sand with this extract show doubled arum ities and richer flowering. wheat barley and oats also respond strongly. Irish Department tests two tons on potatoes.
The first woman candidate in the current federal election campaign is Mrs D. L. Pool for Cook. Retiring Labour member Mr J Cates and Liberal candidate Rev. 8. DL Yarrington are also named. Mrs Paul is supported by the New Town branch of the International Socialist League and noted as a well known Australian artist.
May imports reached £6,606,219 up from £5,699,063 last May. First five months total £33,207,226 vs £30,940,055. May exports £5,120,425, up from £4,405,621. Five months exports £33,275,540 vs £27,444,809. Wheat export value rose by about £3,000,000. two months total £8,219,571. Wool exports £6,304,513, up about £1,100,000. Lead, beef, hides, skins, and bullion up. butter, copper, tallow, and tin down.
Sir Alexander Peacock stated the Ministry viewed equal pay for women teachers as a policy question. He said no hope for concessions and that further action depends on Parliament during Estimates or Supply Bills discussion. Morrison would not resolve the issue.
The Prime Minister Mr. Cook sent a Saturday letter to Mr. W Hill Secretary of the Olympic Games Aus Fond outlining his views and seeking further guidance on funding and arrangements for the event.
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