Auction cattle and sheep sale yields solid turnout
Messrs J. G. Johnstone and Co report a busy weekly sale yarding 956 head of cattle and 450 sheep with strong but not record prices. Buyers from multiple districts competed, cows and calves and springers proving popular. notable consignors included W. Cale Forrest, Solu Wilein, and J. Dance among others.
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Messza J. G. Johnstone and Co
Windale
Apello
W. Cale
Forrest
Cult
Borane
Alvar
Capliely
Boeke
Agenty the
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Ramey
J. Tore
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Renn
W Smith
J. Wancock
Ad O'Brien
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Hoo Werdser
Ot Wrar
McRae Pros
J. Bone
W Baundere Shepp
Tenis Murch
Enonshee
Yeu
Torsdae
Abel
Mo Flurhawait
Splomvid Con Witten
Laver’s Hill
Nicholin
Cneuste
Ferran Bros
Lair
Beech Forest
Melbourne Livestock Market Report and Notices
Melbourne livestock market report shows fat cattle and calves traded with variable demand and price softness late in the session. Regional consignments from New South Wales, South Gippland, Gippsland, and Western district contributed to mixed quality, with prime bulls and cows easing slightly while light and cattle from various districts sold at steady to lower prices. Also includes notices for Ballarat market sales, local advertising, and memorial notices from local families.
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New South Wales
Soutoheastern
South Gippeland
Gippsland Low
Western
Fembruder
Sherwill
Ben-alla
Bowman
Hethanga Park
Ryan
Moore and Co
Tooloomook
Willocks
Ballarat
Toslay
Esecutora A
Musay
Dunrobin Hstave
Alex
Lang
Grasey Vale
Beeac
M'bosald
Hella Vista
Dairy Farm Competition Entrants Sought in Ballarat
C H Johnstone announces a dairy farm competition with prize money for best managed dairies with 90 to 4 cows. First prizes £10, other places £3 and £2. A separate farm class covers six cows or more with similar prizes. A grand sports programme includes footracing cycling and dancing with £120 prize money. Special trains and fares offered. tickets from 608 Kroger secretary Melbourne.
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Ballarat
Priza Money
Melbourne
Bendigo
Dimboola
Horsham
Stawell
Hamilton
Camperdown
Purehose
Carhy
Kroger
Secretar
Flinders Btrest
Melboune
Beech Forest Athletic Club
Atterauves
Cu- Ing
W. M.keasit
Mesera AR. Southborn
G. Dennis
M’crickard
M'Adam
Accond
Shellington
Measre J
Engleby
John
Adulteration in Trade and the Pure Foods Question
The piece argues against dishonest manufacturing practices that adulterate goods to gain price advantage. It contrasts light fingered theft with broader fraud in food and other products, critiques the Pure Foods Act as weak, and calls for harsher penalties, including imprisonment, to deter adulteration and trusts that raise prices and burden consumers. It notes local events and notices amid this broader critique of commerce and regulation.
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Freud
London
France
Beef Trust
United States
Stara and Stripes
Colac St Patrick's Day events draw district interest
Bowling results list M Kenzis figures 6 for 65 and A Menzis 3 for 24 as Colac hosts St Patrick's Day sports. Norman Conway returns from South Africa for top events alongside E Pink and J Lang. Cycling, dancing, and a large program by Sundries Society plus bands from St Augustine and Camperdown accompany the day with cricket at Alvis tomorrow.
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Colac
Airestiona
Norman Conway
South Africa
Wilson
South
E. Pink
M'Kenzije
Don J. A. Lang
C Whitcombe
A.aldson
M'Kensia
R. M'Leenan
M'Kenzia O
Brenant
J. Carney
K. M‘kenzie
Pink
Manr
G. Lang
Jas. Lang
Kenzie
Bt. Augustine Nova
Geelong
Camperdown
M*kay
Bt. Patrick's
Melbourne
St. Augustine's
Murray Street
Puen Sports
Mexico turmoil as police clash with rebels and riots erupt
A chaotic report describes ongoing confrontations between government forces and rebels in Mexico. Soldiers confront rioters while a political trial unfolds and public unrest grows amid martial law talk.
Colac Yacht Club Race Sees Spirits Claim Trophy
A Colac yacht event features the Spirit and Don competing for the club trophy. Spirits, Kir, and Muir vie for points while other boats like Comet and Pris place in the race. Final standings reflect a close contest with Spirit edging Don for top honors.
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Gwen
Atlin Sen
Fie Grutvires
Ta Collins
F. Merer
Comet
Pris
Don
Wwilnasilas
Melbourne Fig Market Ends Week With Strong Demand
In Melbourne last week fig market activity showed steady demand especially for medium weight porkers and prime grades. Prices for extra prime and improved fats rose with several buyers listing strong interest and several names appearing in sales notes.
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Astra Atrouti Ao
Alipa
Public holiday limits mail delivery and council meeting noted
Today being a public holiday, only morning letter-carrier delivery occurs and counter collection is allowed until 1 pm with a second window from 5 30 pm to 6 pm. The Colac Shire Council will hold its monthly meeting next Monday. A shooting accident killed a young man named Davey during a hunting trip last Sunday. a magisterial inquiry returned an accidental death verdict. Arbor Day observances occurred at Gellibrand River State school with officials present and student participation. An explosion shattered a front window during a gathering at a saloon, injuring no one.
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Colac
Presbyterian Church
Nalangil
C. Buchanan
J P
Gellibrand River State School
F. Tate
Leach
J. Oliphant
Colao Gardena
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Darcy and Co
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Australia
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