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Newspaper
Colac Herald
Location
Colac, Victoria, Australia
Date
May 26, 1915
Page
5
A sudden death occurred Sunday afternoon as Mr. W. Webster, a nine teacher, sat by a fire reading a hymn for church use that evening. He fell ill, expired minutes later despite medical aid. he had ongoing treatment and was of eighteen years. His sister resided in South Vora. others nearby were living.
Public events show business proceeding as usual in Camperdown while schools at Blate celebrate with enthusiastic loyalty. Children wear patriotic emblems and display Empire flags adding gaiety to the day. A death is noted in the region as Mrs. Lara, originally from Hamilton, passes away at 32 after a long residence.
The article argues dairy farming offers a stable, less crowded profession vital to national food supply. It contrasts city professions, outlining better moral and financial outcomes for those who stay on farms, and notes structural shifts like farm consolidation and rising costs. It cites opportunities for young people and warns about failed urban moves.
A long report reviews eleven years of field trials showing potash and phosphate fertilization revives worn grazing lands. Potash raises hay yield, improves forage quality, with results varying by soil type from sandy to heavy clay. Trials at multiple sites indicate limestone burning is feasible by farmers using open kiln setups.
A terse summary of the Cobden meeting notes reports tax and tariff discussions. It mentions measures, percentages, and allocations related to butter imports and factory pricing. The text references managers, suppliers, and proposed adjustments with disputed figures.
Mr James Linn of Keilambote has been missing since Thursday morning after camping near the Government Experimental Farm Cobden. He and two companions searched for lost bullocks. four were recovered and a bell heard in the distance. His companions returned to camp while Linn went into rough terrain to find a specific animal and did not return by dinner.
Jame 29th at Vie fore Motel with unclear details from a damaged OCR fragment.
Fragmentary Melbourne area timetable lists trains to forests, towns and intercity stops. Mentions Forrest Birregurra Lorne Gheringhap Woori Wapo Maroona Colac and Cressy with departure around 1.30 pm to 3 pm and arrivals late afternoon to evening.
The timetable lists Melbourne to Port Fairy services with stops including Terang Colac and Moriac. It notes possible alterations or cancellations and that details will be posted at stations. Train times approximate with selective flag stops as needed.
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