25 May 1904
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Newspaper
Colac Herald
Location
Colac, Victoria, Australia
Date
May 25, 1904
Page
1
Ladies and Moy Queen shoes children felt boots and boots in assorted sizes priced from a shilling to several pence per pair. Men’s waterproof boots special varieties and a few pairs of men’s glace boots. Boots department offers boots leggings and related items.
Fragments describe sewing machines sales with guarantee offers and a report from Colac County Court. William Austin sues for damages over alleged defaming remarks, a verdict issued for £5 in favor of A Hillport, and various local notices about polling places and upcoming events.
Fall Biss padded quilt designed for a double bed. Includes dimensions and care notes. Features a warm outer fabric with a quilted interior for even warmth. Suitable for rustic or traditional bedroom decor.
A fragment describes blankets and yarn items with prices and notes on color reliability and quality. Mentioned are 12 by 4 blankets, yarn quantities, and ladies’ throws with measurements and good rear value. The text references handmade covers and general fabric goods suitable for garments.
A local store advertises a special purchase of Gests waterproof coats and Chesterfields in large sizes. It promises a clear out of small merino socks, described as splendid and sheer, priced at 7d per pair.
A chaotic 19th century column blends court cases, debt actions, and public notices. It mentions Mr Holme and a debt order, propels into a fatal incident at Forteod, and references formal sentences and stock market terms. Names include Mr Aris, Mr Holme, and various firms, with scattered monetary values and dates.
A House of Representatives session featured resignation chatter as the minister and deputy step back amid a major outcry. The Poulmanior General cited Major Custer as a reference point, while officials noted the department’s internal structures and organizational ties.
Fragmented report describes an attack during a political rally with references to labor and naval policy figures. The text includes garbled names and quotes, noting defensive remarks by officials and calls for proper procedure amid the upheaval.
Insolvency notice notes Betome as Honor Jaye Caual with accompanying certificates of bibcharie. Read as a legal public notice indicating claims and dates. Details are fragmentary but identify parties and action.
European Telegrams from London and Washington report on presidential candidates habits and conventions. Delegates for the Republican convention begin to assemble while Democrats weigh favored contenders including Justice Parker and others.
Melbourne crowd decry vacillation in federal parliament as Deskin refrains from action. Absent Sir Gourgn Tuemer due to illness, Deekinites resist joining Reid led amendment plans amid strained party unity.
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