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Newspaper
Colac Herald
Location
Colac, Victoria, Australia
Date
May 13, 1912
Page
2
Saturday market roundups from Colac and Malbourne show prices for vegetables and fruits. Lettuces and pears command high per dozen or per case rates, while potatoes and onions fetch fluctuating figures. flour and wheat futures listed alongside.
An advertisement extols kidney pills to improve health by aiding kidney function and blood cleansing. It claims neglect causes illness and touts a trusted supplier with a long-standing pharmaceutical firm. The copy emphasizes personal endorsement and exclusive selling rights.
A promotional snippet touts a wide selection of clocks and watches suited to humidity and climate, featuring table clocks for various rooms and wrist or ladies watches in gold silver or nonmetal. It highlights prices from 7/6 to 30/ for guaranteed lines and urges visiting Pearson's first for jewellery and electro slate deals.
Notes from the Brigade Station meeting on Saturday for the Hospital vaighar show week in November. Representatives from Becac Forrest Warrion will arrange stalls while Mr Gray and Mr Betheras act as supervising hosts.
The Salford Police Court heard Tom Mann defend himself against charges tied to incitement and mutiny linked to Socialist agitation. Mann claimed he did not identify with the accused writings and would present evidence at the Assizes. Protests outside Parliament opposed his arrest, warning that prison could trigger a transport workers strike.
Melbourne reports racing fans eye the Two Year Old Handicap and feature steeplechase action at the capital course. Football results listed include Essendon over Melbourne and St Kilda defeating Collingwood with notable scores and weekend standings. Community notices cover a church anniversary, a ball at Public Hall, and local civic improvements with remarks on attendees and organizers.
The text protests Liberal government policy on land monopoly and irrigation, arguing it fails to aid settlers and protect timber while critiquing governance. It references large cultivation areas, mineral resources, and urban concentration, noting dissatisfaction with past legislation and calls for action.
Persistent appeals to the public yield a detailed hospital collector report. Mr Wood’s summary shows total receipts of £364 with £113 10s from Hospital Sunday via independent donors. The committee commends his persistent work and votes a testimonial of appreciation.
Woollen mill fire destruction prompts plans for a replacement building. Market notes show weak demand for small slips and suckers, with prices for porkers and baconers largely steady or easing. Prime pigs sold around 28 to 93/5 shillings, with lighter weights weaker and trade cautious.
The Colac Hospital committee reviews accounts showing overdrafts and credit balances, notes shortages in accommodation for nurses and patients, and discusses building fund changes. Residents, staff, and donations are outlined as the panel plans improvements and staff welfare.
The Pall Mall Gazette reports on census results and federation years of Australia. Figures cited by Prime Minister Rishi and others show population increases, with notes on natural growth and comparisons to England, Canada, and other regions. The piece discusses migration, birth rates, and the potential implications for settlement and development.
Nominations for Colac Coursing Club events are due for their upcoming Friday and Saturday meeting. The program includes stakes for dogs aged varied, with 15 dog puppies and eight slut puppies listed, plus a general draw and entries at 2/4 and 12/8. The season also notes yacht club letters and a windward regatta culminating in the Warroombool Cup with a large crowd and showers affecting racing.
The House of Commons approved the Home Rule Bill on its second reading amid party divisions and a closure vote. In Colac, the Dairy Co op board named John Rankin as director class representative and discussed firewood needs and butter production for April with payments to suppliers adjusted by butter prices.
The Danish East Lodin Compant’s motor liner Aglandin arrived at the West India Docks after a rapid crossing from Copenhagen to Bangkos. The 700 ton vessel, largest motor ship to date, is powered by two diesel engines of 200 horsepower plus ten electric auxiliaries and four diesel drives. Its hull lacks funnels and carries exhaust above deck. Length 37th feet, breadth 23 ft, draft 2 ft, with speed of over 20 knots. The ship claims notable fuel efficiency and cargo capacity, saving fuel with a double hull design and oil propulsion.
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