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Newspaper
Colac Herald
Location
Colac, Victoria, Australia
Date
Jun 16, 1913
Page
2
A fragmented page lists cabbage prices with details like 6d 2s per unit and carrots at 9d, rhubarb and lemons, apples and oranges pricing, plus a large ad for Woods' Great Peppermint Cure and Hynes Bullseye Cough Cure. It also includes mentions of Ladies' Real Glace Kid Lace Boots and commentary on cures for colds.
Colac society head Mr C F Sydenham was named president on Saturday and pledged to advance welfare work. At Colac Police Court debt orders were issued against several defendants, and oral examination orders were granted against two. Reports described immigrant lads seeking to return home, municipal council discussions on bridges and roads, and obituaries and weddings in the Geelong district.
A Thursday accident on the Forrest line near Henry's mill involved an engine with four trucks crossing a bridge above a deep gully. A truck carrying millowner Mr Henry and foreman McG. Ball derailed. Henry fell, Ball was thrown 30 feet but crawled away. The truck crashed onto the speed below, Henry’s foot reportedly injured.
Colac mourns Donald Duncon a longtime saddler born in Thurso Scotland who settled in Victoria in 1860s. He served Colac Presbyterian Church and local bodies including the Lodge IC O F and School Board of Advice. He leaves four sons and a daughter. funeral at Colac cemetery follows his residence’s afternoon service.
Correspondence warns poultry owners about threats to birds from nearby birds in the vicinity. The writer urges vigilance and mentions potential predation or disease risks, urging owners to take precautions to protect flocks and prevent spread.
The Colac Society held its monthly meeting with officers elected including President G F Sydenham Vice president J Hancock and Secretary C H Johnstone. The meeting approved donations to the Colac Show and discussed veterinary concerns and district re distribution with a small debit balance of £2.
Melbourne league results show Essendon and Beaconsfield winning on goals and behinds, with South Melbourne and University among winners. Association matches list North Melbourne, Williamstown, Brunswick, Footscray, Northcote, and others securing victories. The report notes large crowds at Bilumoyt ground and mentions key players and umpires.
Brief telegraph report from Williamstown notes race day events with recruit details and outside commentary. The piece mentions Williamstown and mentions recruits associated with the event.
The Colac Hospital Committee met last Friday with members including F Parkes and Rev Murphy. They discussed heating upgrades for the operating theatre, adding a probationer to the staff, and an expert lighting report. They approved temporary measures, set radiographer appointment, and debated X-ray treatment logistics and fees alongside financial statements and donations.
The monthly Progress Association meeting was held Saturday evening with speeches and reports. Debating society head announced no opposition to a request, plans for a letter to Mr T A Boott were discussed, and a dance fund report was presented. A youth, James Ludlow, son of Ludlow of Barangarook, died at Sydney Hospital after a brief illness.
Amateur golf results show a tie after the medal round on Saturday with Hancock and J Hancow equal atop the leaderboard. Other reported scores list T W Hand down and various players from 1 down to 11 down, alongside etiquette notes on pace and tee etiquette for players and caddies.
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