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Newspaper
Colac Herald
Location
Colac, Victoria, Australia
Date
Jun 24, 1912
Page
1
Fragmented report cites Barrington class, Commonwealth list, and local development plans. Mentions rivers, government actions, and public works with scattered names and places, but text is garbled and many details are unreadable.
An advertisement extols Dr Morse Indian Root Pills as a cleansing and toning remedy for digestion. It claims to regulate and strengthen the whole system, prevent stomach troubles, constipation, and indigestion, and attributes growing sales to loyal customers and testimonials from neighbors and friends.
Public notice from Powell and McDouall Colac and District announcing their carriage factory and general vehicle works under Tames Brett and seeking continuance of support. The firm pledges to supply Huggies carts farm wagons and all vehicle descriptions, with address Gow Jenebe Manners UttIon Street.
A 1 year old girl was found murdered near Lockrose six teen miles from Brisbane. The assailant, Joseph Frisby, a labourer, was identified and arrested after confrontation with police. The victim was the daughter of farmer W. E. Walker, a former Hatton Vale teacher, and the incident sparked a large Cumberland County inquiry.
An old advertisement urges immediate treatment of colds with Dr Sheldon’s New Discovery for Coughs and Colds. It promises early use prevents worse illness and claims a quick break up of a cold when started at onset.
A local retailer showcases waterproof footwear and repairs. All weather boots, watertight soles, and school boots priced to suit youngsters. Repair services pitched as best in class with quality materials and expert workmanship.
Gyobac notifies the public that its tender for supply and fixing lead connections to the mains has been accepted by the Water Trust. Work will commence on house connections with hot and cold water laid on. Enamelled baths and wash basins offered. Show rooms open for orders. six months guarantee on all work.
A distorted notice explains publisher rights to suspend delivery for arrears and the liability of subscribers who refuse or neglect to accept papers. Courts may deem uncalled for papers evidence of nonpayment, while readers avoiding payment may still owe the publisher.
A fragmented item references a cafe, price 168, and names such as Walter Stephen and Bilal amid garbled text. The readable bits show a dispute or confusion around a purchase or contest labeled as four conquests.
Publicized postal rate table lists charges for letters under half ounce and per ounce, rates for printed matter, samples, and weight/dimension limits. It includes overseas rates for Australia bound mail, packet handling, and samples in transparent bags. The notice also references Ayer's Sarsaparilla as a tonic and alterative without alcohol.
A fragmented ad lists lines of Royal Mail steamers to Plymouth and Melbourne routes with fares and itineraries to Gibraltar India and Australia. It details passenger classes, single and return fares, carrier agents in Melbourne, and shipping terms including postage rates and telegraph charges.
An advertisement showcases Lanos Fianos and famous Jomanme Schiller pianos offered for sale with agent services and emphasis on selecting a piano model. The snippet mentions lines and FAULL before choosing a Pang.
An early 1900s classified fragment notes a tobacconist and hairdresser on Murray Street with arrivals of hair dyes and washes. The notice mentions ladies’ decorative items and various hair care products amid a halting stream of names and partial phrases.
The notice advertises a winter price list for Lastles Beus and related items. It lists numerous goods such as cow rugs, horse clippers, spray pumps, pottery teapots, water hoses, Ingersoll tools, kebbit nets, traps, drought gear, dog toys, clocks, hot water hoses, boxing gloves, quoit sets, lamps, and large assortments at low prices. It emphasizes discounted prices and assorted items used by clubs and households.
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