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Newspaper
Colac Herald
Location
Colac, Victoria, Australia
Date
Mar 21, 1913
Page
2
The article surveys Easter traditions from Prague to Poland, detailing egg decoration methods with wax and dye, the hot cross bun symbolism, and seasonal foods and rituals. It notes egg distribution in households, pomp at Carnivals, and festive dishes, including fish and sausage contests, plus Polish Easter morning feasts and church rites.
Reuter reports from Salonika that the King of Greece, brother of Queen Alexandra, was fatally shot at close range in Balonika. London and Athens officials confirm the shooting, with Queen Alexandra prostrated by the news.
London reports from Salonika that the King of Greece was walking when he died after meeting his death. Alexander Gobdess and other Greek officers are mentioned amid muttered treachery. A pistol was found in the monarch's possession at arrest as Greek army officers swear fealty to Crown Prince Constantio I.
The Greek King George was fatally shot after a walk in Tal A Balonea. The bullet struck the heart and he died in a military hospital carriage. An assassin, a 40s socialist, confessed as the nation mourns Constantine and Prince Constantine. Athens reels with shock and rumors of abdication.
Reports from Salonika describe the king’s habit of afternoon walks with an equerry, warnings of danger ignored, and four gendarmes later ordered to follow. Sebolaas says sickness and want drove him to desperation after the king refused money. Princess Victoria told Queen Alexandra of the monarch’s death. London notes the king planned to travel to console.
Desires to the Public that the bao started more BUTCHER 4 bie ee ail Brick Bhops and Suite "Duices in Murray Street. On account Mrs Litthle-Herum modioug Houwe in Queen Street, bathroom, pantry, stable, wit buildings, garden, £ 1 per week New roomed House, Colne West, 4 per week PROPERTIES FOR SALE. Five-Roomed House, in perfect over, £ 378, £ 50 deposit, balance as rent. Five-Roomed House (lath and plas ter), stable, very comfortable, £ 330, £ 8) deposit, balance easy. Four-Roomed House at Colac West, £ 200. Four-Roomed House, recently reno vated, good position, £ 440. Other Houses at £ 355, Law, £ 210, £ 350, and others up to £ 100. 36 Acres at Corcrooke, rich land, £ 44 per acre, 198 acres at Nalangil, all improvements, £ 6) up acre. We have a good list of other forms For Sale.
The report lists handicaps and standings for multiple races at Laver's Hall on Thursday March 27. Competitors include Brook, Kelly, Thomas, Ty nil, Ryan, Nolan, Harper, Anderson, Hower, Hill, Birdok, Larsen, O Dwyer, Hill, Brook, Larson, Watson, Barrett, Varden, and Harper. The document shows distances behind winners and special notes on various entries.
The 26th annual sports day will be held at Mr Anson's Padock on Saturday April 5. Events include a race from Sports Ground to Hurlingham corner and back with prizes such as a first prize of £2 second trophy 10s 6d and a special trophy valued at £13 for fastest time Nom 2 Best Horse over Hurdles prize £1 1d 5s and Best Pony over Hurdles with first prize £15. Castles Bros. sponsor second trophy and other nominations are listed.
Local Colac supplier VIK Shokrman thanks the public for liberal support during the Bale. He notes new stock arriving to replace sold out linen at bed rock prices. He emphasizes J M’s trade knowledge from Vopper Tow town and promises customers benefit without extra charge.
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