30 Sep 1907
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Newspaper
Colac Herald
Location
Colac, Victoria, Australia
Date
Sep 30, 1907
Page
1
The readable segments present a jumble of names, places, and figures with references to dates and events. The text mentions people such as Pete, Aly, and Bho with stray terms like Titans and VIET, but lacks coherent narrative or verifiable context.
Fragmentary OCR text hints at a brief item from a local newspaper. Readable bits mention a person or event but lack clear names dates or locales. The readable content suggests a small notice or snippet rather than a full article.
Fragmentary Colac court report covers tips of the day including prosecutions for licensed premises breaches. It lists witnesses such as Constable Fenton and Sergeant Usher, details the Mulline case at the Colac Hotel and allied testimonies, and notes a Persians Fund appeal alongside routine notices.
A noisy courtroom heard testimony about an incident where Constable Gorman was accused of striking a man, with multiple witnesses recounting blows and subsequent actions. The proceedings included statements from Danaher, Sewell, and others as the case examined alleged provocation and legality of the restraint. The jury weighed whether a breach of the peace occurred and if the constable acted unlawfully during the incident.
Messrs Johnston and Co with Strettie and Co of Melbourne plan an important horse sale on Saturday October 28 starting at 11 am. About 200 horses will be offered. terms include £100 deposit and instalments over 38 days. Sale proceeds to local buyers with delivery arranged via the railway.
Readable fragments describe anti-Japanese unrest in British Columbia, a court application granted for an appeal, and remarks by officials about labour and political figures. The text mentions Canada, Japan, MPs Mullins, and violent tensions, with references to trials, naval matters, and desertion among soldiers.
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