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Newspaper
Colac Herald
Location
Colac, Victoria, Australia
Date
Sep 08, 1915
Page
2
The article details a volatile trading period with heavy activity in shares. It notes large share allotments and new issues amid drought concerns and production pressures. Analysts gauge market confidence while management discusses hedging and future allotments amid ongoing confederation assessments.
Readable fragments indicate MeI Boorse Dairy Produce in Melbourne presenting price quotes for cheese and dairy items. The text mentions varying quotation forms, rates per unit, and buyer notes though some lines are garbled.
Sufficient evidence shows urgent need for defence authorities to act on Egypt Red Cross arrangements. Supreme Court inquiry found faults. returning soldiers report grievances while officials defend convalescent care and hospital supplies. Local councils, farmers, and volunteers raise funds and coordinate aid for sick and wounded Australians.
The Colac district reports changes to railway timetables with additional services and cancellations affecting locals in Birregurra Marsh Forrest and Colac. A move to form a statutory alliance for census publicity is urged by the Attorney General. John James of Derrimut resigns from Volare P and A Society position, granted extended leave. Rev G B Murphy retires as minister of St Andrews Presbyterian Church Colac after five years.
In Melrose on Tuesday a case of larceny led to two defendants receiving two year sentences. The jury, led by Mr Justice A. Burkett, noted the fraud involved, praising Mehvense for unraveling the scheme. An appeal could affect future disposition of the case.
The following volunteers have offered for arrival service since the last fiat wan y published: Albert W. Veutman Elliminy Hora Croft Colac Charge M'Kenne Swan Marsh William Dalkey Swan Marsh Thomas Webster Wyelangta John Murphy Warrnambool William Paul Bolton Ballarat Edward Moorcroft Deity England Albert Charles Turner Lovat Jas. Walter Higgins Colac James Victor Speed Colac William Martingell Beeac Edger C. Pierce Beeac Ronald Allen Beecac this centre r ton See tie bec Ge Forres en service.
London reports from a New York source that Mr Poederick raimer has delivered a report claiming German submarines sunk and captured near the British North Sea fleet under Admiral Sir John Jelicoe. British officers allegedly say such wrecks were destroyed by gunfire, with other wartime details noted as unclear. The piece mentions 2200 trawlers and auxiliary boats aiding a blockade from the Humber to Iceland, and notes battleships and seaplanes supporting efforts while denying German claims of Tiger’s sinking.
The Commercial Travellers Choral Party announces a concert in Colac with reserved seats at two shillings and sixpence. The event features three humorous entertainers and Mr Hershally, aiming to raise funds for a charity. a well attended performance is expected in Melbourne.
Veteran Australian actor Julius Knight, famed for his Napoleon portrayal, will appear at the Victoria Hall next Tuesday in a farewell Australasian tour. Reviews praise Knight as a careful, powerful despot and the tour features Nellie Bramley as Josephine in a high profile dramatic presentation.
Reuters reports a message from Amsterdam citing German sources that Austro German casualties on the Ukrainian front in August reached 110000. The figure reflects heavy fighting and significant material losses for the Central Powers.
Twenty members of the Allan liner Hesperian were rescued after an attack by a submarine cart? and the steamer foundered. They were later landed at Queenstown.
In a naval disaster the vessel Thy Mervthal was sunk by a German U-boat. About thirty one crew members were rescued, with six killed and several others missing or injured.
Report from wartime dispatches describes a German warplane said to be ready for testing at a Prussian site after a recent shoot down. Claims include London reach in five hours and carrying weapons. a parallel machine is nearby with about ten more in development and possible noisier operation.
A Franco presh airmentive report claims a French aviator destroyed a German barrack near Dette and Morkange in Lorralie, with details indicating damage to the enemy position. The account cites military observers and local reports from the Lorralie area.
A Teheran report states that British Consul General in Espaten was wounded and others killed during an assault. The outrage is attributed to men who bribed several guards and diverted troops.
Gene reports that Toumnon Premerviets, noted as low domiciled in Switzerland, have been recalled to the army. The item notes ongoing mobilization and relocation implications for these individuals.
The German submarine attacked the Allan Hoe steamer Hesperian, a 10 50 ton vessel, off London on Saturday. The ship was struck but remained afloat and was towed to Queenstown. About twenty crew were aboard at the time and the Liverpool Montreal voyage carried a passenger list with an estimated 700 passengers and crew of about Sh. The disaster caused initial alarm but most of the crew and passengers were saved.
Advices from Constantinople report turmoil as the Young Turks seek German support amid shortages. German aid is cited as the potential turning point, with distress growing in Mitylene and surrounding areas.
Fragmentary report notes a submarine incident in the Sea of Marmorn near Athens with mentions of the Turkle destroyer and a reference to Marmorn waters, unclear details about outcomes or dates. Further readable clues point to a maritime event involving naval units and possible state communications.
Paris reports that forty French aeroplanes bombarded the Burretyue station and adjacent factories in retaliation for Gor Tits throwing bombs. The raid caused considerable damage to the target area and disrupted enterprise activities.
An official communique from Petrograd says fighting continues on the middle six wen. German forces attempt an offensive while the Russians retaliate and hold positions along the front near Lupeh toward Boyne and Puarne.
The Austrian Embassy in Washington faces scrutiny as a disputed letter reveals plans for sending munitions to the Allies. Critics accuse authorities of aiding Allied supply while opponents warn of Austrian workers facing possible conscription if returning home. The controversy echoes broader wartime tensions and press demands for accountability.
A chaotic fragment details Belgian labor movements amid global unrest. Mentions trade unions, May Day style echoes, and calls for solidarity among workers. References to leaders, demonstrations, and a broad labor unity theme without clear event specifics.
Fragmentary OCR depicts a committee meeting note with garbled names and actions. It references a public or poetic committee and discipline or proceedings, with scattered phrases about a session and potential penalties.
A fragmentary wartime notice outlines events at a hall gathering and a Ladies' Committee drive for a Red Cross funeral fund. The obituary reports the death of Fuller former Governor of Vion Bir John after relapse and heart failure.
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