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Newspaper
Colac Herald
Location
Colac, Victoria, Australia
Date
Sep 01, 1913
Page
2
A historical market summary outlines barley, wheat, maize, flour, chaff, and potatoes with varying prices and quality notes. It mentions limited demand and heavy supplies, with prime lots fetching higher bids and general dull activity amid fluctuating quotations.
A busy market page lists produce with prices including carrots parsnips leeks and potatoes. It notes changes and offers items such as apples ducks and celery with varying rates and quality references.
An old advertisement touts Wheezer's Cough Linctus as a modern remedy for coughs and colds. It claims relief from throat irritation and soothing effects for the chest, with pricing listed as one and two per bottle and references to weekly dosages.
Colac Herald notes deadlines for alterations to standing advertisements. Submissions must reach the office by 1 a.m. on Tuesdays and Thursdays for the next day, and by Friday for Monday issues.
In loving memory of my dear daughter and sister Mabel who passed away peacefully after life’s unrest. A silver cord was broken and she was called home. Inserted by her mother sisters and brother, with final lines of praise and farewell. Rochester noting Elliminy date and years.
The Colac Herald reports a September 1913 schedule of local happenings. A farewell to Mr McCaffrey at Alvie school, notable performances by the Royal Midships entertainment, veterinary and defence events, road funding debates, and upcoming clay bird shooting trials with Expert traps offered by Nobel’s Explosives Co. Mrs Dobson’s death noted, civic discussions emphasize road upkeep and new continuation classes.
Melbourne report says Rollo Newton Johnson aged 13 and James Ralph Weneley aged 18 were charged with shooting at Ah Hoag a Chinese vendor in Toorak after allegedly stealing a pineapple. A struggle led to three shots injuring Ah Hong. he lies in a precarious condition at Alfred Hospital.
William Pistruce aged 16 was shot dead while rabbit shooting near Werribee on Saturday. The incident is reported by Telegraph.
Sandown Park held a card yesterday featuring trials and handicaps. Winners included Kurreah in the Trial Handicap, Jack Windeor in the Steeplechase, Loru in the Park Handicap, Moriarty in the Sandown Park Plate, Lornez in the Purse, and Gangwas in Jumper’s Flat, with the respective money odds noted.
Victorian aviator H Hawker, after failing to win £5000 for a water plane round Britain, arrives in London and tests a new Admiralty aircraft. He declines a lucrative music hall engagement to narrate his experiences.
Melbourne report outlines Mr Couk's criticism of the Salock Committee chairman in the Hears lie Lorgus case. He denounces the inquiry as scandalous and defends free institutions while demanding clearer evidence before further proceedings.
A reader letter to the Colagan Herald questions last year’s gas company profits and where the funds went. The writer asks how much dividend benefited local shareholders and how much supported local tradespeople while charges paid to the town and material costs are explained.
The column cites harsh abuses in English factories with examples of fines for silence and poor work, long hours from dawn to night, low pay, and dangerous, unsanitary conditions. It notes injuries and illnesses from needle hazards, fumes, and cold workplaces, reflecting distress among female workers in weaving and cotton mills.
Henry Wilcom a 27 year old man was arrested after a shot was fired at James O Connell through a door on Saturday in a house linked to O Connell s sister. The shot hit O Connell s watch preventing serious injury and he remains severely shocked by the incident.
A memorial service at St Andrew’s Church honored Donald MIntyre with hymns sermon and sermon text Acts 14 22 praising his faithful church secretary service and gentle Christian character. The preacher Rev George B Murphy highlighted his loyalty and resignation to God, noting his devoted secretary work and quiet faith.
Beeac locals joined the Friendly Societies for a monster procession and a fancy dress football match to aid Colac Hospital. Despite showers, the event drew crowds with prizewinning costumes, including Bert Turner as a Spanish outlaw chief, and tableaux by the 1.0.R. and Red Cross groups aided by local business leaders.
The Elliminyt procession featured an old fashioned postillion coach with posters and local officials. Debating and Mutual Improvement prizes were awarded, with details on winners and a later decision to defer some actions until early next year.
A powerful typhoon in the Tokyo area has killed scores of people. Seventeen children were among those missing or harmed as climbers searches continue and railways suffer damage. Emergency efforts unfold as the storm disrupts transport and shelters.
Colac defeated Cororooke 6 6 to 1 2 in a hard fought junior match at the showground. Wind aided openings and erratic kicking marked the play with Colac’s goals coming from Stephene Christie Gilbert and others as Cororooke fought back but could not bridge the gap. Umpire Kemp officiated while players Stephens Christie Gilbert, Inglis and McKay stood out for Colac with Sullivan Inglis and McKay among the best for Cororooke.
In a parliament speech Mr Manifold criticizes Labor over promises of cheap land and money, defends white Australia stance, and urges closer settlement. He contrasts early bipartisan relations with current tensions, argues against excessive federal liabilities, and calls for fair land resumption practices.
At Moira Vaucluse Richmond a 70 year diamond jubilee wedding celebrated by Mr and Mrs Powell with visitors and telegrams. The event featured songs by Powell and his daughters and a toast program, reflecting long community ties and family histories in Melbourne and Geelong.
A public meeting in Melbourne discussed Federation goals and the propagation of faith with a focus on global partnerships. Figures show contributions from Ireland Spain Switzerland England and other regions, highlighting social outreach and planned early arrangements for a cricket watch with Melbourne visitors.
A garbled report discusses divorce rates per 200 000, Irish and American figures, and a tense Ulster scene. It cites Sir Edward Carson, Home Rulers, Catholics and Protestants, plus shifts among farmers and tenants in a fragmented British parliamentary context.
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