27 Jun 1876
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Newspaper
Colac Herald
Location
Colac, Victoria, Australia
Date
Jun 27, 1876
Page
1
Fragmentary OCR shows a late 1900s style public notice mix referencing Colac Shire and the M1001 district. It mentions education, travel, local trials, hotel audits, and timings around July, with scattered place names and lists of venues and rates, but core details are unreadable.
A Colac Herald column discusses political tension and police protection measures amid parliamentary battles. It criticizes government actions, calls for stronger local policing, and urges the Shire Council to address security ahead of elections. It references Sir James McCulloch and Mr. Jour, with concern over liberties and public order.
A meeting of the Colac ward for the Board of Advice is planned at the Shire Hall. Four candidates are named for the panel, with names including Menarn Zoeper Duncan and Tullo. The event begins in the morning, with attendees urged to attend and participate in the selection for the Board of Advice.
Fragmented minutes recount treasury items and subscriptions for a library fund, noting payments to A William the treasurer and W Tate. scrutiny of charges for kerosene and a chair item. committee votes to end proceedings and close accounts. Named individuals include Mr. Chapman Chapin Jennings and Mr. Mintonh, with references to the Loyal Colac Lodge and a February/March time frame.
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