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Newspaper
Colac Herald
Location
Colac, Victoria, Australia
Date
Jun 14, 1909
Page
2
A Cheapness focused notice promotes W Stephens as the busy cash man with a wide stock of fencing wire molasses cartridges wire netting pollard seed oats ammunition and more. The ad promises year round purchasing value and urges readers to call phone 31.
W Stephens flagship Keen Busy Store launches a new “Busy Enterprise House” event with 8 am to 9 pm service. Each Saturday features a single deeply discounted item, such as Bacon 6d per lb and Jam 5d per tin, plus a promise of secrecy until 8 am Saturday.
The State Government should push electoral reform to improve voter rolls and parity. A federal roll basis could unify state needs and reduce disfranchisement by ensuring all adults entitled to vote are listed. Introduction of a preferential system, while debated, aims to curb minority representation and ensure strong majorities.
Community notices report overdue accounts at the local treasury and a Burwood Court case where bread loaves were underweight, with fines or imprisonment. Looming events include a Colac LO.R. installation, Rechabite talks in Colac, a Colac Dog and Poultry Society meeting, and a public meeting with Senator Findley and Mr Hughes hosted by Dr Wynne. Flood warnings affect Gippland and surrounding counties. births, deaths, and liquor notices appear in the Gazette. Local clubs, concerts, auctions, and a memory of a workplace accident claim are noted along with skating rink popularity and a Prophyte sale advisory.
Reuters reports London based Labor MPs and wives returned from an Anglo German Friendship Committee tour to demonstrate no quarrel between nations amid Socialist Democrats quarrels over naval limits. The visit, seen as a success, followed by renewed clergy exchanges and anticipated Russian imperial council guests. Berlin reception for clergy noted, while press in St Petersburg praised Anglo Russian harmony.
European telegrams report the French armored cruiser Jules Ferry is missing after returning from Lavant. No news has been received for a fortnight. Also, a Bengal murder tied to a police informer and a submarine explosion injuring four aboard at Portsmouth.
Letters to the editor discuss an open drain planned opposite a residence, urging legal advice before action. A second letter condemns local church disruption and threats, urging firm measures. A third letter critiques the National Liberal League and political alliances, labeling figures as opportunistic and noting calls for defense of England with a battleship.
Colac District Hospital held its monthly meeting with President Selwood and the committee noting resignations and staff changes. They approved a ball fundraiser, discussed education test standards, received a £50 building grant, and reviewed ward tender and drainage plans while reporting admissions and finances.
A brief market listing offers Salt Herrings at 7d per dozen, Choice Dried Apricots at 10d per pound, Choice Dried Peaches at 10d per pound, and Large Raisins at 4d per pound. The notice invites inspection.
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