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Newspaper

Colac Herald

Location

Colac, Victoria, Australia

Date

Jul 19, 1912

Page

2

Weekly stock sale yields brisk cattle and sheep trading

Dalgety yard reports a strong turnout of buyers for the weekly sale. Fat cattle rose from last week’s rates as numerous lots sold including several dairy and forward cows and a fat steer at top prices. Sheep and store stock also attracted brisk competition with crossbred wethers and lambs selling well amid a large yarding and active outside buyers.

Chas E. Woods A. Re. Boren Jas. Chapman John Clarke F. Baker P. Govuan D. Keys J. Stevens J. F. Morrisey F. Methven Danny Catele Jas. Flynn Thos Baker Gunr Nye Coe Jas Joho J White Jax Vaughan Shir Yanling H. We Vaughan J. E. Jehlsen Wren F. Biones F. Stones M. Burke Arcount Jd. BK. Johns Wethers Core Rocke K. M. Hall Mo McLennan Western Creek Mdosali Twa Hyohn Farrell Bullock M. Cahill C. Porntan Leon Commons Clarke Mmornihan Fort Dacka Morsevale Rokewoul Lawson Abe Messrs FP Nelson Cressy Rutland Brox Emeh Colin BR. Tulloh Golar Beech Park River Forest Ernest PP. Hall Besch Forest Messrs J. G. Johnstone and Co Suport John Janie Derrimut Ondit W. Rogers Warrnambe Win Melrose Warrion G. W. Rainbow Carligle Galvert Errevarra Lerme i Wmetcourt Braye Warriz Carlisle Besar R. Z Clydesdale Lnte Shepp Gerlong Melbourne CL. Ferrest Warrowie Gee Head Basin Hanks Picron Val Bbc Warrnambool M A. Rattray Ondine James Hoy Framlingham Richand Beach Dirregnern Callver Bros Yeo Ernse Mersee W. Prosser A. Tigerwood Birregurra Duit Berar R. Doak Aera Mpesis Rankin Bros RW Shields Diag M. Tannis al Doak Flim M'Dotahl Heewre Mr . Talbot Hayes Cururanke Wartheere GAN Press Miss White Sudaupal Lhesham Loti Warrnambodl Janes Murecniria Eomnehiek Cate BN Wei Goddi Iic Airregurra Monthly Bale Mesara Strachan, Murray and Shannon Irregurra Tt. Campbell T. M'dou Acit M. Shanahan Callahan H. A. Brads A. la. Hall Credith J. F. Carey Crosehead Jamce Armantage Yount Edger Mountjoy J. Gilmour GG. Campbell Einselia Jack A. Mayes Amd Wether J. Allen Mount Gooteback Tynes W. Ladeoreood H. J. Wilson Acraent Furqghareon Fot Arreunk Aeeaune Allen Comeharck Ledgerwood Weon H. Vo Biggs Whitchelsea Lange Areiathyce George

Colac Produce Market Busy with High Quality Apples and Brisk Trade

Mr H. fh Thomas reports a naval weekly sale marked by high quality apples and brisk competition. Prices ranged 2/6 to 4/ per case for apples, pears 4/6, potatoes 9/6 to 1/6 bag, and rhubarb 1d. to 1½d. per unit. A furniture sale by Mrs Thomas Stephens occurred amid strong attendance.

H. Fh. Thomas Thos. Stephens Seatia

Local debate on street lighting and gas company entry

A provincial council meeting discusses whether a new electric lighting firm should compete with the existing gas company. Dr Fulton urges protecting gas interests while noting investor capital. others push for open competition and fair access to all street lighting facilities.

W. M. Pearson Ie ‘Gas Company Sims Smether Janopegh Cobae Inn F. A. Alsop Weil Wool Cr Iocal Dairying Company Img Calor Iedl Phe Colac Drilling Company Cras Dairy Company Wdlace Ennidter Ie Sulieet CTW Gescot Suetian Colne Iself Qolac Pas Cy Fulton Fulton Inyview Fatty Tom Bey Rumiell Kat Shire

Winchelsea event notes and local charity show details

A mixed program from Winchelsea includes a parish hall event with songs tableaux and rotations for Clepone fund. A grand sale in Colac promotes Blsons fire sale while Melba picture concerts promise Max Linder and Nick Carter entertainment for Colac locals.

Winchelsea Ho Selurne Janes x Pater Kuenig J. G. Johnstoume Mulla Tom's Parish Hall Clepone Blson Winter Sale Advi Ho Gise Utual Colac Max Linder Nick Carter Ming

Melbourne Livestock Market Sees Strong Demand and Higher Rates

Tuesday sales in Melbourne show robust demand with prices firm to up by 2s to 4s per head across classes. Heavy consignments from South Australia New South Wales Tasmania Gippsland Western district and Northern districts brought improved quotes for prime bullocks cows calves and fat cattle as buyers including butchers from Wodonga Albury and Corowa purchased multiple lots.

Fay Aneep Movain Arne Ien Wodonga Albury Corowa Enora Eatra South Australia New South Wales Tasmenia North-Eastern District Gippeland South Gippsland Western District Tbs

Ballarat Market Fat Cattle Prices Reported

A partial Ballarat market note records cattle prices with fat cattle quoted per head. The fragment mentions top bids and pricing per head, indicating a busy trading session.

Election Notices Presented by Colago Dairyving Company

Shareholders are urged to vote in the board election following the retirement of Mr George Armstrong. A request is made for support to honor the new board member and maintain strong leadership for the company.

THE Colago Dairving Company DI Ane George Armstrong

Death Bell Tolls Over Mead Street Store Mystery

An unclear parcel of text hints at a death or murder inquiry near Mead Street. The damaged OCR mentions Mr Obi Store, a Cole street area, and a final event in a cobar vines setting. The fragmentary lines suggest a local crime or tragedy with vague references to witnesses and locations.

Vierma Bucharest Mathias Tomar Loshin Renore Fred Mead Haba Cobar Obi Moai Street Cole

Memoriam Note On Late Terrell Terrace

An obituary fragment honors Terrell with respect to the late community figure. The text references affection for Maire and mentions Vicar and WF, highlighting a tribute to the individual’s life and influence within the local area.

Crisis in Turkey as Cabinet Resigns and Turkish Forces Surrender

Reports from Constantinople describe political and military unrest with the Cabinet resigning. Albanian revolt advances surround Turkish battalions near Binkovo, forcing 3000 to surrender, with others retreating to Diskovo. wheat exports and a Colac Caledonian Society meeting are also noted amid the upheaval.

Reuters Constantinople Turkey Binkovo Annd Diskovo

Australians Win Rowing Heat at Olympic Games

Reuters from Stockholm reports the rowing events opening with a sea inlet course. Australia led Gothenburg Sweden at 500 metres and won easily in six minutes fifty seven seconds, as Germany defeated France and other heats produced Berlin, New College, and Leander victors.

Reuter Stockholm Germany France Australia Gothenbury Sweden Berlin Hrinrerbi New College Eagland Norway Leander England Canada Toomorrow Henley Thames Regatta

London Strike Sparks Police Crackdown and Losses

A London strike prompted police action after clashes and loot risks. Officials say private talks with Prime Minister amid chaotic events failed to resolve issues. Losses reach £1,256,000 with about 2,500 families left destitute as unrest spreads. Police boarded a train to seize revolvers found among protesters.

Reuter Logsdon Devesport Nioels Deckers London Iikpat

Inter-Society a Tions Results From Bt. Audren’s Dall Evening

A partial tally of inter-society games from Bt Audren’s Hall shows Druids 147 over St Auilren 146 and other matches with varied scores. Teams including Wa, ALS, Bilin, and Langdon appear in the frayed OCR, with several lines unreadable yet indicating close results and a crowded turnout.

Druids St Auilren Al.h St Avilren's ASL Py O Bilin Br. Andrew’s Guishine Witek Sv A. Deans Deans St Riptreu Haersnel Saupe AL Beans Langiloa Hitler Samyo Bitoy St Atition Gamer Langdon Habe Merhad Andreew

Tragic Farmhouse Fire Claims Woman and Child Nearby

In Dunnatown a fatal blaze at a six room weatherboard home destroyed by a quick spreading fire. A well known farmer’s wife perished with her child while a neighbor tried to aid, as the blaze raged in the afternoon near the town.

Stanley Lark Phyilis Agri Uy Rds Paris Ehibl Amd Oyth Norked Truk Kurt

London Wool Sales Report From London Market Night

London wool sales on a wet Wednesday night showed prices firm with demand steady. Traders reported strong interest in New Zealand offerings and a cautious tilt in the market as buyers evaluated competing lines and futures.

London New Zealand

The Luck of Red Gulch at Warrnambool

Warrnambool audiences welcomed Harry Craig’s Australian Company presenting The Luck of Red Gulch at Victoria Hall. Miss Hiltie Howard as Mab shines in a tale of a mine owner murdered by a Mexican cut-throat Diego, with Bert Harte’s drama delivered in strong acting and impressive scenery.

Marry Raig Dramatic Company Rant Aarvel Vietoria Hall Jarvel Advi Linde Geordon Otcharm Craigwall Craig Company Hiltie Howarde Indi Mab OK Smith Diego de Gaul Ger OM Smith Red Gulcb Bert Harte

Elbourne Produce Ket and Transventi Operative Report

An unclear notice references Elbourne Produce Ket and a Transventi operative. The fragment hints at trading or sales activity, with mentions of pricing and new rules affecting vendors. Names and places are imperfectly captured.

Wasteta Wiether Selih

fragmentary OCR winded text about a court document

Reading shows a partial notice referencing a court case or document admission to conterts, circulated through times and weather notes. Names and places are unclear due to garbled OCR.

Illiminyt Weekly Meeting and Debating Society Notes

The weekly meeting of the Illiminyt Debating and Mutual Club addressed resignations and elections with Mr Gamble elected to fill a vacancy. A discussion on the syllabus for the next meeting covered Has the Introduction Machinery Benefited the Works with points for and against. A grand ball is planned at the Public Hall to raise funds for the Irish stall and reports note high seas along the coast and local travel updates.

Bo Mlatrisus Ty Win Gamble A.L.H Cummeer Inter-Societiag Computitul Firth Una Scott I. A. Haa India Scott Katte Hall Bacaa

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