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Newspaper
Colac Herald
Location
Colac, Victoria, Australia
Date
Jun 10, 1912
Page
2
Melbourne market quotes list vegetables fruit and grains with prices for cabbages carrots parsnips cauliflower turkeys pumpkins and more. Notices honor Michael Oyray John Trask and James Hayes with funeral details and acknowledgments from families.
An ad promoting a tonic as a tonic made from cod liver oil malt and wild cherry. It claims to boost energy by improving circulation and red blood cell flow, reduces sluggishness, and improves overall vitality with a personal recommendation.
In Colac this afternoon Michael Byrne was present at a football match when he reportedly slipped between a platform and a train. death was instantaneous. An inquiry will be held. A charity or hospitality committee met to discuss Easter Carnival arrangements and the memorial stone ceremony for Colac Agricultural High School. The Minister of Education and other officials will attend, weather permitting, with a public reception and tours of the district. Mr Bampoon Band of Pirron Yallock died aged 78, leaving a widow and children. burial in Colac cemetery noted with committee pallbearers and local clergy. Hon. H. E. Richardson reported railway expansion progress and potential surveys for a Geelong extension. The Euro Producers' Association meeting was postponed due to high demand for services elsewhere. district organizer reported strong wind growth boosting Colac branch membership.
The Victoria Hall Company held its annual meeting with J G Thistone BllA presiding. The report and balance sheet were adopted, a 3 percent dividend declared for payment on the ith, and directors elected to fill vacancies. Letters of condolence sent to families of late Calvert and Hearn. A new secretary and treasurer appointed. improvements committee formed. Also notes on local library and Beec public notices and various society activities.
The Camperdown Chronicle reports Mr and Mrs Morrison plan to move from Carpendale Bracken Bray after forty plus years of service. Mrs Morrison ran the Carpendale post office for decades while Miss Morrison aided church socials. They will relocate to Geelong and Archibald Morrison will manage the Carpendale property.
In London on Saturday rain ruined play at Cambridge after a partial first innings. The wicket proved unplayable as players battled damp conditions and crews attempted to clear the field. Scattered scores showed Cambridge leading before weather halted further action.
The report describes a chaotic session with shots heard in the gallery, protests during the Defence Bill debate, and expulsions from the chamber. It notes opposition leaders and Labour figures pressing charges, calls for protection of workers, and a government response via the Home Office.
In Melbourne on Saturday the feature events drew betting interest as several divisions produced clear winners. Mystic Rose led a third division upset at 12 to 1, while Moonbarra claimed the handicap steeplechase by four lengths. Ludwig surged to victory in the hurdle event at odds of 7 to 1, and the Welter Handicap went to Patristic at even money with a comfortable margin.
Sydney telegraph reports on Warwick Farm races with results for the Hurdle Malt Flag and other events. Also notes a railway update with new ballast works improving access and easing mud problems at the station area. Weather conditions and attendance at the meeting are briefly mentioned.
A Reuters filed report from Rome notes an Italian airship mission over the Turkish camp at Renghaz, dropping bombs during a night demonstration of airships in warfare. The event aims to show the strategic value of aerial bombs in modern conflict.
In Melbourne a coroner's inquiry was held at the morgue into the death of Robert Norman Pettit a three year old who died in Melbourne Hospital on May 28 from scalding injuries. Pettit’s father Vincent Niger of Berwick testified about the incident occurring earlier in May and investigators stated the fatal injuries were accidental.
Washington reports a revolt in the Hegubilia of Gubwds deemed residual. Preparations are under way to despatch United States troops to Gaba as President Jose Gower issues a prodemomin call for facing a national peril. The notice underscores tension and potential military action.
The report lists multiple round by round outcomes with horses like Gentle Tooth Sulity Central Blue Wilvarly Mountain Chief and Astrokan among others winning various heats. It notes stakes at Oaks and other entries including Mr. Donovan's Astrouka and Bamboo, plus matches and administrators.
In Albury district stock inspectors report severe drought with stock conditions low though many are still fed. The Railway Department grants temporary relief and strained stock removals begin, as grazing declines and watering points diminish across the region.
Mr Dirrer of Death orest grows cabbages and Swedes. a Catholic meeting decides on a chapel site behind the hall. Cheese yields from local cows top two tons weekly. Tom Parsons and Tom Crewe announce a big chopping match for Saturday next. James M'Keasie secures a mail contract from Laver's Hill to the Golder settlement past Glen Aire, running twice weekly on Tuesdays and Fridays.
A lively weekend at the links featured 21 players in the Captain's Trophy. Hancock beat Gubbing, Brown defeated Teare, and several other close matches set the stage for a second round draw among Anderson Smith Lane Hancock Treack v Gill Astley J. & Brown Creer v Hetherasl Podger and others.
London reports the Davis Cup first round match began late with the venue and players unsettled. The Great Britain team secured the doubles, as one matchup progressed and a replacement pair was chosen after initial selections.
London report on Wridsy Night notes the Amateur Golf Championship final at Westward Ho. John Ball defeated Abe Mitchell by the 18th hole after a tight match with Wall and Binkal contending mid round.
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