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Newspaper
Colac Herald
Location
Colac, Victoria, Australia
Date
May 07, 1913
Page
1
Market reports show fat cattle drawn with varied supply, demand irregular but largely unchanged from late figures. Beef and fat calves traded near previous rates while crossbred and shedding stock reached mixed highs, with broad variance across bullocks cows and ewes amid steady to firm bids.
The piece argues state immigration policy is flawed with costly bungling. It cites losses from failed passages and empty berths on ships from London to Victoria, discusses mental health concerns among immigrants, and advocates for closer land settlement and skilled settlers to boost rural industry and employment.
The report lists results from several races including Maiden Plate at Lorenz with Master Bobby and King Kirk as contenders, and Wangoom Handicap showing Heroes Warrain and Miss Gower among top finishers. It also notes Steeplechase and Hopkins Hurdle outcomes with betting odds and winners indicated.
The Mansion House fund committee for Captain Scott and companions who died in Antarctica has begun distributing donations. Of £12,493 allocated to supplement government support, £61,12 goes to liabilities and survivors, with £35,675 balance yet to be decided. Sir Edgar Speyer says Australian gifts may reach at least £... The committee handles fund distribution, not the deceased writers’ estates.
Ries George addressed a large Colac gathering at St Andrew’s Hall urging co operation for the 1917 vote and no license cause. She contrasted 1916 Australia gold with alcohol outlays and urged workers to mobilise swing voters for temperance, with local officers and WTA support.
A Saturday tennis event on Circle Court featured Sunshine Circle defeating Elliminyt in four rubbers with several pairs listed as winners. Weather conditions favored visitors Beeac in Colac doubles, while Colac golf and local sports notes covered silver medals, gun club results, and early hockey club planning by L O R members.
An armed burglar alarmed a Rose Bay home as resident G F Beatie surprised him in an upper room. The intruder fled through a window after Beatie armed himself and others, leaving no trace 20 feet from the house as police searched the area.
Fragmentary report from Sydney on a Tuesday describes a burglary spree by a renter or burglar. The text mentions frightful scenes and involves numerous daily crimes attributed to an offender named Frank Norge or similar, noting South Ules as a location.
Fragmentary text mentions a London scene with baroque style and unclear references to people and items. Readable parts indicate a night setting and potential odd names, suggesting a brief notice or culture snippet. Further details are unreadable.
A farewell evening in Colac honoured Mr Fred Meyer with music, speeches, and gifts. Notables from the Colac Yacht Club Dramatic Society and local choirs praised his four self built yachts, leadership in the regatta, and charity work. A purse and token were presented amid warm tributes before supper and dancing concluded the event.
A farm servant Winifred Mitchell was found murdered near Gussage Dorsetshire. Her grave was found open March 30 by local boys, she disappeared March 31 claiming to go to Canada, later found buried with a wound to the head. Gamekeeper William Catton is detained by police in connection with the case.
A crowded ten party meeting at Mansion House discussed serial defence. It resolved that securing an ample margin of air supremacy over the next strongest naval power is essential.
London reports that Germany has lost fifteen Zeppelins with seven wrecked or dismantled. The casualty tally underscores wartime airship difficulties and ongoing strategic air operations.
Reuters reports in Port au Prince that dignitary Auguste, head of the republic, died Friday triggering faction fighting and gunfire in the capital during his funeral. The crowd panicked in church with injuries reported. Haiti’s Congress elected Michael Wreares as president amid continued fighting surrounding the election.
Correspondence notes Dean Nelan of Colac, a longstanding and popular resident, to celebrate his fiftieth year in the district. Friends are invited to attend a hall anniversary at the Vietrrng Hall on the Wsth dane with a modest gift. Messages of support should be sent to local contacts in Colac.
In letters to the Colac Herald readers discuss a disputed fruit vase incident at the local police court, a protest against Sunday drives past churches, and updates on a Colac residents education and recreation club move. The writers urge fairness, respect for worship, and continued civic improvement efforts.
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