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Newspaper
Colac Herald
Location
Colac, Victoria, Australia
Date
Sep 15, 1913
Page
2
Market notes describe feeder and bacon hog trades with prices and terms. Prices for porkers and sows vary by quality and weight, with quotations for brags, bell, and prime lots from multiple sellers.
Barnyard notes from Colac and Ballarat markets show dull potato demand but steady to firm prices for wheat and bran. Prices vary by quality and weight with oats and flour holding steady. overall market tone remains cautious as weather impacts supplies and activity.
A garbled early 20th century notice from MRS. PHARMACEUTICAL CHEMIST at Hechr ay Street Colac advertises a bronchial remedy called Bronchial Tovengen. It mentions throat problems and fever and claims to prevent illness.
A modern cough remedy is presented as a superior cure by addressing the cold cause rather than merely silencing the cough. The ad contrasts old methods with a new approach that relieves the cold, soothes symptoms, and offers expectoration and healing effects. Priced at 1 shilling and 2 pence per bottle.
A Cand. CHA 5. Witox presents monumental works at the Colac private residence named Ormond on Skene Street.
Polls open next Thursday for ratepayers to vote on the Colac Shire electric lighting scheme echoed by a public campaign. Local notices promote the Quaker Girl theatre premiere and mourners attend the late Archibald Campbell funeral at Colac cemetery as community events unfold amid civic debates.
A local vote on the electric lighting proposal will occur next Thursday. Supporters argue the Silvertown Company offer is fair and risk free, with no additional charges to ratepayers while enabling installation and operation.
A lengthy discussion advocates electric illumination for shops and streets, highlighting reduced fire risk and better product preservation. It cites health and productivity gains in offices and banks, and features letters urging voters to support electric light over gas and to vote against a proposed municipal water scheme.
Letter to the editor questions the true cost of transmitting power from Gellibrand to Silvertown while criticizing opponents for withholding expense details. It notes the municipality may take over if profits arise and accuses critics of avoiding disclosure.
Hibernicity reports Catholic perspectives on Irish Home Rule, Catholic pro and anti viewpoints among clergy and laity, and comments on empire unity. The piece discusses Population figures in Austria and Europe, Church influence, and Irish American political alignments.
A large Methodist congregation heard Rev. P. N. Knight urge holiness in all life from Zachariah 14 20 21. He argued calling and daily acts including work and home must be sacred, warned against modern theatre and dancing, and urged holiness on every pleasure.
A damaged OCR fragment mentions an incubator agency and various names and places in a confusing sale context. It references Quesn street Colac and Sussex with scattered terms like Red Surrey and Bilver Wyan. The legibility prevents clear facts or events.
A Friday night report notes a heavy toll of fatalities in London over the past week. The article records multiple untimely deaths, reflecting ongoing dangers tied to air incidents and related hazards.
Attendance 43000 and takings of £1518 mark a tense semi final in Melbourne. Elliminyt defeats Gellibrand 2 goals 4 behinds to 2 behinds with standout players Malange Slater Stewart Small Lieven Saveders for Elliminyt and O Dowd Gilbert Arnold Box Ros for Gellibrand. DP Fogarty refereed an otherwise satisfactory match.
In Melbourne on Saturday Mentone race results show in First Division The Beggar Maid won with bets 10 to UD Second Division Moonhria 4 to 1 Lovelace Onega and Camrone 8 etc Camrone listed sharebroker WTS Mebane Cup Pearl King 10 to 1 Mintstone Wise King Third Division Artisan 5 to 2b with Kate Manard Little Tin Welter Yoneda 7 to 4b Pasian Black Twist according to the day’s results.
A large gathering in Beeace paid tribute to Mr Bevan and district volunteers. Presentations included a sovereigns gift and thanks from residents for Bevan and Mrs Bevan's service. Other society items featured tea for Mrs Bevan, musical numbers, and plans for local clubs and the Education Department departure.
Immense crowd attends a benefit concert in Pirion Valloak featuring Miss Healy and her company. The program includes The Wearing of the Green. Costello and Toleman family notices are reported as well. Proceeds go to the Healy fund. other attendees include Miss Mew and Mr S McDoucall.
The weekly meeting of the Blin out association chaired by Mr Hitle discussed debts and future debates with You Le Yaa. October plans include a joint debate and a payment accious. The Elves Association met with S. Thomas presiding and planned bridge repairs and bridge maintenance. Local football club hosts a Public Hall dance next Tuesday and a concert Saturday with proceeds for the Gloria Light, aiming for strong attendance.
A large turnout at Mullock Swamp under the B.A.S.C. auspices enjoyed a well organized social with fine supper and music. Gratitude was expressed to Mrs Glynn and Mrs Threlfall for efforts, with next Monday promising a quot tournament and a trophy.
On a Wednesday afternoon parents and friends of Stonyford pupils gathered at the Little Schoolhouse to thank headmaster W T Parker for four years of service before his move to Jovely Banks School near Geelong. Presentations included a rug, bag, and jacket from the school committee and support from local figures as Parker accepted the tribute graciously.
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