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Newspaper

Colac Herald

Location

Colac, Victoria, Australia

Date

Nov 08, 1916

Page

3

Ondit School Flower Sale and Queen Competition

A successful Ondit School flower sale occurred on Friday to raise funds for the school war effort. President Gerrard opened the fair and announced profits from stalls hosted by Gerrard, Vonaher, Craiyn Shaw, and Janet Gerrard, with competitions for Queen and King, doll ties, and a tenacious bank of gifts. The event featured marquee refreshments, a table competition, and prizes including Queen of Howes and Queen of Peace earning 1194 Wales each, plus King of Hearts winner Edgar Coad with 64 Welsh. The day closed with prizes, speeches, and appreciation for teachers and pupils.

Ondit School M Riday Kuchre Gerrard Vonaher Mises Craiyn Shaw Janet Gerrard Miles Dix Inch Thueen Howes Wales Jack Meckensiec Hearts Edgar Coad Sulier J Danaher Qreen King Johnson Tracher Clichre Shaw Hattras Mike Vera Danaher Nihar

Dairy farmer touts 9 pro gressive deiryman

An advertisement extols a dairy farmer’s product claiming the 9 progressive deiryman improves cow cleanliness, prevents catarrhal discharge, boosts blood quality, tones digestion, and safeguards against fever, asserting it as a tonic rather than purgative.

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Fragmented OCR notes on dates and events across locations

A scrambled OCR page lists multiple places and dates including Winchelsea Mayne Stalker and Vermin Wabigak with scattered percentages and references. It mentions November 10th and several place names such as Mayne Vesti and Arie, but the overall meaning is unclear due to corrupted text and out of order fragments.

Railway Department Forres Fortes Winchelsea Marie Ali Akeery Witheu Mir J .Poncork Shdentina Meorm Hrishiene Orientie Ridgwey Morriges Ciatheata Nancork Pest Verret Taverne Seth Mors Webb Gary

Defective Horse Breeding Imports Prompt Debate

The article discusses controversial decisions surrounding horse breeding imports and associated industry debates. It cites entities such as Benetor Poaree and Aetna with references to conferences, committees, and potential regulatory actions. The readable text hints at a policy discussion involving foundations, genetic work, and procedural steps, though many phrases are garbled.

Benetor Confertafe IB Eitien Andi Saen Legion Jowett Pune Tibet Emilaach Arate Emirate Leene Pagel

Colac P. and A. Society Monthly Meeting Notes

The Colac P. and A. Society held its monthly committee meeting with members present including President Mexam J. Hancock and numerous officers. Topics covered include financial balance, railway timetable inquiries, a proposed public holiday, dairy milk standards concerns, herd management rules, and upcoming club communications.

Mexam J. Hancock W.R. Edgar R. Pricetley J. James H. V. Vaughan J. Meredith May J. Ingtts W. Promer J. 5. Gude W. P. Brisbane J. P. Marrimey J. Ridgeway Fr. F. Bydenham K. F. Guthrie F. Neylon

HEAN'S ESSENCE Mentioned By Nurse Rider Raggard

A historical note discusses mixing sinast quality remedy for colds and bronchial troubles with water and sweetening. Sir Rider Raggard, famed nurse, reports leaving Australia and plans to bring HEAN'S ESSENCE to England. He states it will be available from leading chemists and stores upon return.

Hean Rider Raggad Australia Engla

Shire Proclaims Public Bellway for Colee Show

On November 16 the Shire proclaims a public bellway to run for the Colee show. Officials urge residents to note the event and participate in the planned activities and ceremonies.

Flower Fund Drive Boosts War Relief Effort

The Flower fundraiser drew enthusiastic support to aid the Park Fund for wounded soldiers. Notable donors include Jamie Milne Jennie Hankin Ivy Moore EK Midgeway Marion Hankin and others. Net return covered expenses and head teacher Mr W Wallace organized the effort diligently, with Mrs Wallace assisting Colac Bower staff.

W Wallace Wallace Vallahh Colac Bower

Market Summary of Grelong Live Stock Auction

A mixed report from last week’s sale shows 2 bullocks and 71 cows, with barnyard stock varying from useful to good. Prices indicate a firm market with general demand for heifers, wethers, and ewes, while specific lots fetch varied bids and clearance across locations.

Momda Peta John Jumex Babor G. Huckle AL Turner Ula Leone Crowa Enon

From Millinery Styles to Moderate Prices for Girls

A display of millinery for girls shows artistic designs and reasonable prices, with ready sales anticipated. Potie Weetnessey notes weekly Thursday arrivals.

Potie Weetnessey

Insurance rates for Cleaves of Fire and Live Stock

Transacting boupess in all Cleaves of Fire and Live Stock Insurance at lowest rates. For information communicate with the agency.

World War I battlefield memories and aims voiced by a speaker

An account recalling wartime speeches and observations from a conflict zone. The narrator reflects on locations, enemy movements, and the overall progress of battles, noting shifts in momentum and morale as troops push toward decisive outcomes.

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