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Newspaper
Colac Herald
Location
Colac, Victoria, Australia
Date
Jun 02, 1915
Page
2
The registrar and Mr Wet Plead appear in court as the judicial inquiry probes the death. Witnesses discuss medical evidence and statements to determine the cause, with Mr Pearson announcing a new jewellery assortment and silverware for sale.
The column blends community notices from the Colac area detailing a funeral at the Methodist Chapel, rabies and livestock control efforts in the Shire, musical evenings and lectures, plus a Colac Turf Club winter meeting with weights listed for competitors and local races. It mentions public works, Anglican and educational events, and local civic discussions.
A Melbourne gathering of Victorian cat exporters officials agreed to lower meat prices and limit exports for a time. Frozen meat will reach Victorian retailers at advance rates, with a June price cap for beef at 6d per pound and lamb at 64d per pound.
Mr Ihutehineen announced the conference's outcomes for meat exporters and prices. Arrangements were made to supply cold stores tomorrow as stock in harbour stores was declared sufficient, with debate adjourned to discuss the budget.
The bellman and Lied ee sid Mutual dip cineml Society discussed officers for the ensuing year. Nominations were made for President Messrs Ren at and Woo Ballagh vice presidents, secretary Mr Brose)trea. The committee was eft over. A motion was moved that the night of meeting the Wend from the Monday night. A vote of thanks was recorded to J. Lowe, the late secretary, as he leaves the district.
Community gathering at the Public Hall on Monday showcased lantern slide demonstrations highlighting the work of missionaries in the Lap and Melanesia regions. The event promoted continued support, with subscriptions and donations collected from attendees.
The obituary recalls James Miller born in England and a long Colac figure. He sailed to Australia in 1843 aboard the General Palmer, took up policing duties at Colac, served as watch house keeper and later as valuer and registrar. He helped establish the Methodist Church and served as school superintendent. Miller and his wife died leaving several children. funeral arranged for 4 pm at Colac Cemetery.
The new measures raise stamp duties for receipts and Bills of Exchange drawn and payable in Victoria. Transfers and conveyances of real property incur higher charges beyond the first £50, while cheques drafts and promissory notes gain a two penny duty. Affected stamps and note forms will be available at state offices from June.
Fragmentary report mentions Petrograde utility, Upper Vistula, and a Lubacginka fort with occupation of a monastery. The text lists officers captured or displaced between May 11 and 217, referencing Tsarist forces and a war context. Details are incomplete and names and places are garbled.
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