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Newspaper

Colac Herald

Location

Colac, Victoria, Australia

Date

Nov 27, 1912

Page

2

Geelong Livestock Market Report Highlights Strong Demand

The Geelong sale shows brighter demand for fat cattle and fat calves with bulls up to 11 10s and cows to 10, fat calves around 71 and prime quality stock in demand. Wethers kors to 19 79, crossbred ewes to 1y, merino ewes to 10, and best fat lambs at 17s 1d. Melbourne dairy prices list flour Bran pollard maize and potatoes with varied per ton and per cwt quotes.

Inierior Clasen Anc Evverall Melbourne

Blood remedy advice prompts cautious selection

A brief business notice urges readers to inquire about a blood remedy and to exercise care in choosing a product. It warns that some remedies may cause stomach upset or overall disturbance and stresses verifying claims before purchase.

Local shop advertises low prices on crisp goods

A storefront highlights sharp deals on crisp goods with emphasis on very low prices. Shoppers are urged to visit for savings on everyday snacks and pantry staples while supplies last.

Obituary and notices from the period paper

Mr A F Johnson late Methodist Client Missionary at Colac and Eskimosyt died aged 26 after a brief illness. He arrived in January 1911, served faithfully, and planned to move to New South Wales as a married man. His death follows a farewell in Mibyt and a step to Stroud and then Coffs Harbour. Sympathy extends to his widow and mother. Also noted are Caledonian Sports entries, a death of Mrs Margaret Skjellerup at Camperdown, and a Regatta Committee meeting with travel plans, daylight fireworks, and amusement arrangements for the upcoming event. Further snippets mention a company’s financials, stock, and profits, and a note on various local matters.

A. F. Johnson Colac Eskimisyt Johnson H. I. Ford Home Mission Society of Victoria New South Wales Mibyt Stroud Xsw Coffs Harbor Sening Developmienta Melbourne Austin Hospital For Heidelberg al Wiis Yeung Caledonian Sports M'Lennan Sperty Margaret Skyrilerup T. Emeny Camperdown Nantwich Cheshire England Teta South Australia Bendigo Skjellerup Camperdatn Emeny On Oye Arthur Skjellerup Glenferroes Frank Clixtup Copetown Myrie Skjelber

Colac News Highlights Local Developments and Fire Brigade News

Local Colac notes report a planned two story building by Mr Jacobs on Murray and Corangamite streets and a push to upgrade Corangamite Street as the main route to the railway station. A Country Fire Brigade Board meeting in Colac praises the town’s water supply and discusses alarm telephones and station staffing. Cadets are warned of a parade. Potatoes thefts rise in the Corerenka district with one arrest and a man seen removing sacks from a wagon.

Colacews Victoria Hall Mr . Jacobs Colac Murray Corangamite Corangamite Street Way Department Gellibrand Street Country Fire Brigade Bhire Hall Thos Lockwood Wallace, Campbell Andrew Bendigo Keilow Marshall Stephen D. C. Duncan Fulton H. Johnstone Colac Brigade Pantain Parkes Wallace C. Cow Corerenka Beck

Methodist Reception Inspires Hope for Methodism’s Future

The Rev. S Adamson addressed Methodists at a reception in the local schoolroom, urged loyalty to the church, spoke of fifty years of faith, and encouraged believers to envision greater works ahead amid the region’s lakes, downs, and fertile soil. He described Methodism as a living reality and called for a bright cheerful faith.

S. Adamson Colnc J. Bo Bradbury W. H. Carrethen For. Allen Trust K Harrison Fiat Ak. Cluttertitch H. Polkinghorne CLE. Society Adamson

Local Cadet Shooting Meet Yields Strong Scores

On Saturday the junior cadets of the local state club competed in distances 100 200 300 yards. One shot and two fighters faced the wind as shooting over the longer range proved strong. Scores were recorded but not fully listed.

Satorday

Beech Forest Rifle Range hosts tough Beech Creek event

A Beech Forest Rifle Range trophy shoot on a rough wet day drew keen entries. H Bittrer won the trophy with a strong display despite foul conditions, while C Pearce led early at 200 yards and H Bitrer claimed victory as a junior contender. The Rifle Club annual ball is slated for Friday November 6 with expectations of a large turnout.

Beech Forest C. Pearce H. Bitrer Pearre AH. Mitchell A. Morrow Rifle Club

Pearce poised for world sculling title in July race

Sporting notes report Harry Pearce nearly matched to challenge for the world sculling crown with a July race in England. Pearce accepts a £10 stipend for expenses and plans three months of training, while club meetings set Keene and District teams and a Colne B side readiness for Saturday fixtures.

Harry Pearce Larry Pears Churopian Pearce Tus Pearce Espense England

Horse Races Results From Monday Events

The report lists multiple races with winners and payoffs. Galaxy beat Mountain Rose in the Sietards Handicap while Loadstar and Nancy fought in the Hawthorn Handicap and Holloway led in the Richmond Plate with Doughboy and Molly among top finishers. Abbotsford Handicap notes Nanny Coria and Destroyer in key positions.

Beauty Sietards Galaxy Mountain Rose Hawthorn

Merit certificate examination at Heem Slate School

A headmaster led a merit certificate examination held Tuesday at Heem Slate school with Rev Yule, Rev Featonby, and Mr A Pink among observers. It introduced headmaster examinations this year approved by the Education Department. A farewell social for Rev Kaneen was held at Besar Hall on 12th instant with Rev Brooke as chair, featuring local musicians and reverent readings from multiple denominations.

Heem Slate School Sir Bullhead Yule Feacomiy A. Pink Fuiren Sclolures Education Department Kaneen Church of England Chergyman Besar Hall Berac Brooke London Lily M'Kenzie Betas Elsie Tera Misa Lily M'Kenzie M'modore Meredith Bros Waleo Dillon Aleo Danaher Craike Featonby Coumeller Homan Catholci Mesere M’renzie F. Mortis Mumme A Salmon Church of Loglands Marshall Neball Trict Kangen Meredith Lana

Port Campbell Lighthouse Plans At Point Hesse Site

A visiting team including Commander Brewis and officials inspected Point Hesse and nearby sites for a lighthouse between Warrnambool and Cape Otway. They noted a 17 mile light radius and a 125 foot sea level point, with a formal ministerial report to follow. The Port Campbell race club held its annual meeting and Miss Cross will transfer to Colac after Christmas.

Beullin C. T. W. Arenis Ti. Walllach Commonwealth Merithouse H. A. Jackson G &. Parnes Warrnambool Cape Otway Brewis Point Hesse Steps London Bridge Timboon Melbourne Port Campbell Miss Cross Wacher Colac Wat Prll Bae Ph Cco Mies Ee

Dairy Show Controversy Over Dairy Test Winner

Correspondent questions who won the dairy test at the recent agricultural show. Claims Mr Thomas Dere’s cow won the champion with a ribbon, while plate was given to another exhibitor. Notes a misprint and calls for review of results. Signed by an interested dairyman dated 26/11/21.

Uolac Herald Thomas Dere Vdge Dairyman

Victorian Cycle Racing Controversy Sparks League Debate

Readers discuss alleged irregularities in Victorian cycling events linked to the League of Victorian Wheelmen. Reports suggest disputes over race results at Dunlop and Warrhampton meets, with coaches and officials involved. Concerns include aroused friction, possible interference, and calls for transparency from the League authorities.

Colac Cricket Club District Controversy Prompts Open Letter

A reader letter to the editor from Colac objects to alleged political misstatements linked to the Colac cricket club. It defends club integrity, denies railway strike ties, and notes a disclaimer from Mr Drysdale while urging public clarity and access to union records.

Twlar Rheatch Colac Cricket Club Wbien Colac Ianeh VORA Poach Kiayit Lnian Tald Romantes Loyalsr Cuoote Oo Wat Drysdale Walsh Railway Department Ceaerinae Oee Murphy Aabeary Vrp

Lord Roberts To Publish Book On Balkan Events

London on Monday the veteran soldier Lord Roberts announces a new book detailing his views on the Balkan crises. He discusses events and potential outcomes, urging attention to developments in the region and their wider implications for Europe.

London Lord Roberts Balkans East Riding

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