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Newspaper
Colac Herald
Location
Colac, Victoria, Australia
Date
Mar 22, 1911
Page
2
Fat sheep demand remained strong with prices advancing about 6d per bead on late rates. Merino wethers and ewes sold well, lambs topped at 18s 1d with good quality offerings. Fat cattle and store stock were taken at fair rates as buyers remained active and keen, with prices firm into the close.
The Che Colac Herald reports on Colac Shire Council discussions about market square improvements funded by ratepayers. Debates center on funding levels, potential new structures, and balancing costs with public works, with fears of limited future funds and prioritizing urgent projects.
Colac Shire Council meets as cattle wander at night and a water trust motion seeks action against negligent contractors. The subcommittee backs a sheep dip project while a man charged with no visible means of support is discharged to leave the town. An advertisement for Landbrook's millinery closes the item.
Weather outlook for Colac district shows overcast to fine with possible misty showers on hills and a tendency to warmer temperatures. Dr Brown reports 272 births and 77 deaths in 1910 for Colac. typhoid outbreaks have subsided. emphasis on sanitary improvements and waste management. Funeral of Telite Me Henry Clarke noted with local contingents and bands. retail and drapery notices follow.
Misa Vida Goldstein of Melbourne says Australian women favor militant suffrage tactics in Britain. London papers report her remarks after her invitation by the suffragettes to discuss votes for women.
From PetersburG Monday the council debated an Electoral Bill to redraw constituencies by nationalities. It aimed to shift power from Poles to Russians. The council rejected the bill and Premier Stolypin offered resignation to the Czar, who refused to accept it and kept Stolypin in office.
Berlin reports a suspected espionage ring at Hamburg shipyards involved in warship construction. Police detained several workers and clerks, while a missing English traveler remains sought for questioning. The case points to a planned leak of technical details to foreign agents.
An agricultural trial with eighteen cows compared alfalfa hay to Timothy hay over sixteen weeks. Milk output rose 9 percent on alfalfa in one group and 24 percent in another, driven by higher protein. Economics show alfalfa added about $9.40 per ton in milk value and could yield substantial gains if continued, with alfalfa costing more per ton but offering stronger production and protein content.
Frank Woods, 30, charged with criminal assault on a girl in Footermy Melbourne. Found guilty and sentenced to death. Colac Shire Council debates referenda with strong opposition to federal land nationalisation and urges voters to say No to the questions. Local officials warn of impacts on land values and municipal rights.
A fragmented look at individuals judged by near successes and near triumphs. The piece notes people almost skilled, almost religious, almost happy, and the danger of the word almost in daily life. It also mentions a sporting event between Norman Conway and Harold Wilson for £25 a side with bets and a race at 3 o clock, plus a tour of Jack Donaldson aiming for a record time.
A Colac Hospital committee met to discuss a new operating theatre, seeking funds and public support. A £200 pledge from the treasurer was noted, with total costs estimated around £500 to £1,000 depending on work. A public meeting and fundraising bazaar were proposed to raise funds and address current unsafe lighting and space.
ARON YALLOAK reports a Me thodial church concert held at the real public hall on Thursday evening. Proceeds fund erizea for Sunday school children. Rev Mr Polkingholm presided as performers included Miss James, Miss Hosking, Messrs Hassett Carr Bassett, Miss Spiers, Miss Bitlington, Miss Bradshaw and others in solos and quartets. Supper followed and thanks were extended to all helpers.
At a Colac shire council meeting a debate over improving Market Square dominated discussion. Some members urged funds for filling and beautification with expert advice from Catani, while others argued no report was needed and funds were unavailable. The row highlighted rural governance and ongoing plans to beautify the square amid reservations over permanent land use.
Fragmented text describes a community meeting with references to individuals like J. O'Brien and Mr. Alaver and mentions a performance with Dwyer as conductor. It also notes bicycle prices and repairs at Speedwell Cycles, plus a list of local attendees and plans.
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