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Newspaper
Colac Herald
Location
Colac, Victoria, Australia
Date
Oct 06, 1915
Page
2
Dalgety and Os report a bustling fortnightly pig sale with 1270 pigs yarded, about half baconers, strong demand leaving buyers in short supply. Prices rose over last sale with heavy pigs and baconers achieving top rates, next sale set for Monday 18th with fats at 12.30 and stores to follow.
In Melbourne Western District markets the sale of dairy stock showed beef and dairy cattle mixed results. Prime and good classes sold well for various buyers including Messrs Herd Read South Buckhurst and Freeh, with crossbred sheep and Merino wethers also noted, as prices fluctuated against recent records.
The Colac Herald discusses the Railway Department’s curtailment of train services and fare increases. It argues a state owned system should pursue development over profit, highlighting staff levels, temporary employment, and concerns the department lacks economical efficiency and transparent governance.
Dairymen press testing to replenish herds after drought with estimates of 1096 cows on register and talks at Colac Turf Club meeting about weed control onion weed spread in Hampden Shire. Council considers notifying Agricultural Department for eradication and plans for a Roll of Honour unveiling and local community events.
The Minister for Customs Mr Tudor promised very satisfactory progress on establishing new industries and assured the Australian Protectionist Association that any new venture would receive protection. He could not finalise announcements until the Cabinet is consulted. The policy aims to shield local industries to secure employment and fair wages while preventing a flood of foreign goods after the war. Separately Dalgety and Co. and J E Johnstone and Co. announce a sale of two dairying and agricultural farms at Beeac on Thursday October.
Melbourne lawmakers jammed on a party split as Mr M Leod moved a no confidence motion in the State Liberal Party. Labor discussed strategy but appeared ready to oppose the motion, signaling continued political tension in the assembly.
A large gathering of ladies organized events Thursday to raise funds for the local hospital. Proceeds from the day’s button sales go to charity with luncheon and afternoon tea at Victoria Hall from 11 am to 6 pm for sixpence.
The Colac Church held the Methodist quarterly meeting led by Rev T Collins with J Mellor present. Discussion centered on consolidating six congregations under home missionary H R Garna and separating accounts to track income and expenditure before any change.
An artillery officer recounts a violent bombardment preceding the Brisa advance on a September Saturday. He describes abundant ammunition, rapid shelling, and German repair attempts halted by machine guns. The narrative notes night preparations, heavy gunfire, trenches taken, and a strong capture of prisoners by noon.
A chaotic report from Paris notes German and Bulgarian moves amid war orders. It cites expectations of anti Allied actions, Bulgarian indemnities, and proclamations of mobilization affecting Serbia and the Ottoman front. It mentions renamed city squares and troop movements with limited clarity.
A brief note from a Bucharest bureau describes a Serbian dancer gaining attention abroad. No additional details or dates are provided in the fragment.
London papers focus on the Eastern Europe crisis as attention shifts from Britain’s Western offensive. The Russian ultimatum lapsed at 2 pm Monday, with talk of Bulgaria joining the war. Headlines feature maps and analyses of Balkan strengths and possible outcomes.
An article notes Matinů's report that Allied troops landing at Kalonike is definitively decided if Bulgaria declares war. Italy reacts with elation at the prospect of Bulgaria gaining influence on the Adriatic and Aegean, signaling heightened regional tension.
The Corriere della Sera reports Field Marshal von Mackensen arrived at Timesvar northwest of Belgrade and 100000 Germans moved from Bukowina to the Serbian frontier. It adds Germany withdraws large forces from the Carpathians leaving a nucleus to guard the front. Russia plans to send 20000 troops to aid Serbia.
The Press Bureau quotes a German headquarters statement saying Germany makes no comment on Allied victories in Artois and Champagne aside from noting a division retreat. It claims 25,000 prisoners and 50 guns reported in Paris communique, while French progress continues near Arras and in the Ivry wood. Aerial raids target Metz and railway hubs behind the German lines, and Zeebrugge bombardment fails to prevent Allied advances.
The German High Command says retirements from the front during the recent Allied Western Offensive were not due to British leadership but to a successful surprise attack. Paris estimates French casualties at 190000 and British at 60000, with German losses unnoted in the fragment.
A report notes deteriorating ties as the United States considers actions that could disrupt friendly relations with Turkey and complicate Armenia matters. The threat hinges on shifting regional alignments and potential retaliatory moves.
The Australian War Contingent Association in London formed a sub committee led by Madame Ada Crossley to organize concerts and entertainments for Australian wounded soldiers in London hospitals.
It is alleged that Russian artillery attacks opened a breach while Flussians faced heavy losses as the assault progressed. No independent confirmation available.
On Tuesday a Bulgarian patrol fired 30 shots at Romanian fishermen in Bowmanian waters. German attacks repulsed. Sir John French reports heavy bombardment on Sunday afternoon and repeated assaults against the Hy Ush trenches between the Vermelles and Hulluch road, pressed with determination but repulsed with heavy losses.
A dated communique describes German forces opening heavy fire on Russian positions in occupied trenches near an unnamed sector. Russians counterattacked and reportedly recaptured parts of the front, claiming success against German advances despite heavy fighting and bayonet attempts.
An official communique reports continued artillery exchanges in the Champagne region. The enemy presses the line while our batteries respond in strength to counter their advance.
Fragmentary wartime note references Allied troops and protective measures. Details are unclear, but authorities acknowledge necessity of actions and pledge formal protections amidst ongoing conflict.
The Rheinische Volks-Zeitung reports protests by German Catholics over a song of hate against England. It urges removal of the verses from youth books and condemns the unchristian attacks that fuel hostility. The paper notes the war’s bitterness and warns of consequences if such chants persist.
Melbourne dispatch says a hospital ship departed Suez on September 5 carrying 114 officers and 509 enlisted personnel bound for an Australasian theatre with medical duties aboard.
A collage of domestic hints on using peppers and wines sparingly, preparing sauces, and stain control. It also covers fat and salt balance in soups, carpet freshening with vinegar and water, soda for sink upkeep, and methods to clear clogged drains with quick dousing and pulling domes apart.
The Ath a Berlin Lokal Anzeiger reflects Greek government cautions amid attacks on Crete. Britain mobilizes munitions while Italian press notes Rosas with a large conscript force. Petrograd reports enemy advances and casualties as Russian soldiers suffer in battle near Kotki. London reports nurse deaths in France and Veiljou silence.
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