25 Oct 1915
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Newspaper
Colac Herald
Location
Colac, Victoria, Australia
Date
Oct 25, 1915
Page
1
Fragmentary OCR notes mention prices and items like chee redem, exorbiors, and Cinjons with references to individuals Chowe Carwens, Chowe berger, and Lewer. The text appears garbled, listing monetary values and vague product terms without coherent events or dates.
The piece notes talk of styles and authority from experts. It highlights how both women and men seek new clothing and home improvements this season, stressing the search for reliable stores and value in purchases. It points to a shift toward fashion, furnishings, and related goods.
Colac councillors weigh channel and road work as existing staff struggle to keep new concrete drains clear and free of health hazards. Local military and civic notices follow including deployments, fund drives, and public events amid wartime austerity.
Sanctioned textile sale lists Silk Crepe de Chine and Crepe de Chine varieties in colors including black navy ivory saxe blue and violet. Specials cover weights and finishes from 4/6 to 10/6 per yard with samples offered.
The AWN Uolac branch president Mrs H Brown opened grounds and garden space for a Saturday fundraiser. Members and the public donated generously for stalls, refreshments, crafts, and a flower plant display, with proceeds supporting Red Cross relief activities.
A three range competition at OOLAC on Saturday afternoon for a trophy donated by Mr Babie drew members to the ranges of 300 600 and 600 yards. Seven shots per entry and an eight o’clock wind tested accuracy as scores were tallied with notable performances from J Gange W Holmes and D M’Ilvor among others.
The Pall Mall Gazette portrays Edith Cavell as a brave humane figure killed by German forces. The article condemns the cruelty and inhumanity of the act and honors Cavell as a devoted servant of humanity amid war.
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