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Newspaper

Colac Herald

Location

Colac, Victoria, Australia

Date

Mar 08, 1911

Page

4

Spectacle as women in harem skirt scandalize European crowd

Reports from European cities describe a public uproar when two society women appeared in a harem style skirt at an opera, prompting chants and a halted performance. Other global items include famine in Anhui Kiangsu China, a London murder confession from 1836, and tremors of turmoil in Russia and Germany.

Buxdepesth Opera House Anhui Kiangsu China Benevere F. Bedford Luodun Marry Martin Uste Rorai London Nove-Nikulaievek Russia Germany

Tennis clash Colac defeats Birregurra in tight contest

Local court match sees Birregurra win two rubbers to Colac's one as visitors edge ahead with 47 games to 45. Davies and Murphy secure two wins for Birregurra while Colac's Lowe Hardy and Tearo Blauluum pairups claim a single rubber. Beeac also dominates Camperdown in Mumme Cup play with a handicap win.

Colac Birregurra Tike Lowe Hardy Firth Hamilton Davies Murphy C Tearo Blauluum Murphy BEEAC Camperdown Beego

Young man injured in fall and stormy Monday in Lara

John White suffered back and leg injuries after falling from a beam while at Lara. A severe Monday storm brought heavy rain and heat, with a near-miss at South Geelong when a frightened horse bolted into Moorabool Street, overturning a dray and injuring its driver and a bystander. Community events include a Y.M.C.A. social at the Mentone parish school and church renovations.

John White Lara Geelong Forrest South Geelong Moorabool Street Ryan Hirase Heromd Alex. Pekin Pekin Newminster Park Vekin Youn Men's Ciety 7 Feria Church Wats Bev A. Pus Kinskly J. G. Baker Dollowins Lexie Skene Po Beschrell Neshint

Magnificent Melbourne Dentistry Ad Promoted in Turbulent Ad

An Australian-era advertisement extols artificial teeth and dental services offered across Melbourne and major cities, claiming quick extractions, extensive claims, and a 2000 pound guarantee. It markets beauty, youth, and dramatic facial transformation through new teeth and sets, with the Great Event of the Year noting exhibitions and charity links.

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Self care for sprained ankle with Chamberlain balm

Do not call a doctor for a sprained ankle. Bathe the foot in hot water, rub with Chamberlain's Pain Balm, repeat several times. In two or three days the patient can move about and be cured in less than a week. Sold by Wilson and Co Colac Alvie and Boylan Bros Cororoke.

Colac Motor Hire Offers Fast Flexible Car Runs

The Colac Motor Hiring Co offers a roomy comfortable roadworthy car with a competent chauffeur. They provide services to any part of the Commonwealth on short notice from B J Swayn's Motor Garage Mansers Bath Street Colac.

Colac Motor Hiring Coy Commonwealth B. J. Swayn Mansers Batten Street Colac

Beeac Methodist v Watesons Cricket Drawn Match Summary

Beeac ground last Saturday saw Beeac Methodist and Watesons settle for a draw. Individual scores include E Pink and T Barnard among Methodist batsmen and multiple bowlers such as Mintosh Reid Barnard and Pink among Watesons, with a nine wicket finish and complex bowling figures.

Public Recreation Ground held benefit event for Colac Hospital

At the Public Recreation Ground a complex program raised funds for Colac Hospital. Officers included President A W M'Kenzie and Vice Presidents J W Gardener and others. Many committees and stewards oversaw events, prizes ranged from clothing to cash, with multiple prize categories and entries noted. The document records entries, prizes, and rules for a March event, with extensive names, roles, and contingencies.

Rainfall and floods mark February at Pennyroyval

The report details February rainfall at Pennyroyval with 4 inches on February 4 and heavy downpours through the month. The tropical front extended from the Gulf of Carpentaria into New South Wales and Victoria, bringing record rains for February and causing road damage but little land loss.

Wl Os Gulf of Carpentaria Clink Wuernslit New South Wales Victoria Wittensland Pennyroval

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