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Newspaper
Corryong Courier
Location
Corryong, Victoria, Australia
Date
Apr 08, 1915
Page
3
War bulletin reports continued Russian successes in the Carpathians and Champagne. Reinforcements are being deployed, with French advances claimed in a Paris communique. A Turkish cruiser Medjidel is sunk in the Black Sea and submarines remain active, including losses and a shipwreck with crew fatalities.
The orfinssy monthly meeting at Gorryang reviewed minutes and business. Reports from Melbourne trade bodies note proposed ten per cent duties on separators while urging company opposition. Manager Tallangatta factory requested ball brew supply. decision: not advisable to supply Tallangatta. Treasurer’s report shows expenditure and receipts for four weeks ending 2 March 2015, with net balance and reduced local output.
The Church of England congregation at All Gaius Church, Gorryong, met on Tuesday evening, March 30, with strong attendance. Aiming to improve church finances, the annual Xmas appeal has risen to just over £50 this year. Officers and wardens were elected, including T. Brown, A Playle, By Tyis as wardens and I H Barber, J Rowe, H Schofield among vestry members. A Playle was reappointed honorary secretary, and T Brown treasurer. The hospital committee was asked to accept gifts of linen as demand for drawing material has fallen.
Honorary seniority and revival of the Bly An Eulige Fund lists additional subscriptions. Amounts include monthly contributions from A. E Lusina and B J Brown, donations from Bruce Auntian and others, with proceeds and fees noted. Details are in an irregular list of names and payments.
A damaged OCR fragment lists numerous contributors and items sent to aid the Belgian fund. It mentions 18 face washes, 2 pairs socks, cushions, lace washers, shirts, pajamas, and other garments from multiple residents including Mrs Waters, Mrs Bury Futon, Mrs Peale, and Mrs Jubusau, along with materials for repairs. The text references Leighshirt, Miss Bingley, and Irvin Meek among participants and donors.
The report covers a sale at Maury municipal yards on 80th ult with 2800 sheep and cattle offered. Prices include bulls to 14/7/57, cows to 28/, crossbred ewes and merino wethers quoted, and lambs at various levels, reflecting strong competition among buyers.
Davis and Mira Campbell defeated Melberg and Ruby Waters 62 in the second round. Roze and M Waters beat ace and Bliss W Waters. Entmale and Mrs Enbwisle won against Bright and Miss Pierce. Peaks and Miss Nott defeated Moore and Nugent with scores later reported as 2-6 and 6-3.
A Red Cross League fundraiser held at Atheneumn Hall Corryong on Saturday featured a Ladies Night program with Rev J C Coulter as chair. The event raised about fjs and showcased pianoforte solos, songs, recitations, and a strong community turnout with calls for more sewing work and volunteers.
The Autumn Meeting of the Cusryong Pony Teasing Club held a Saturday trial. Entries appeared modest but fair with seventeen ponies racing, including several Surbaraiba entrants. Results feature Mudget Handicap with top finishers Amidst tight fields, Mary Alm and Sandy show strong placings, while Open Novelty and Fourteen-Hand Handicap highlight spirited competition and notable performances by local riders and ponies.
A scrambled report covers boxing results with Hans Appel winning the Hemlin Gap and Bratten in second, plus Glatlin and other race outcomes. It also recounts a New York Yre bune follower and a long tale of maritime life, gold, and a novel German military uniform note.
Despite dry weather the annual Tivvality gymkana attracted a large crowd of holidaymakers on Monday. The Fernetinus programme featured lively acts and prize trophies, with notable performances by Betty Brent and Pony Hunts. The event closed with the Ball in Tiny Wildra Hall, offering music by Miss Otty and Mogra Craw, and a reception hosted by J. Mani Agni.
The Our-Patasurt column lists accounts awaiting payment including Cronin W Hariton D P Greenham D F Howe W Rapsey Jas Pato and J C A Schneider Crown Grants for Delivery listing G P Chitty C F Cansdows Louisa Moo crief Ed Smith Leases for Exscution listing W H Care tile W Hodson Leases for Delivery listing Elizbh F Webb E Webb A Williams Reubed T Ganley T Hart Hawley H F Williams Dir Wm Hy MGunneny noted as appointed member of the Corrying State csthoo school committee
A fragment from a London lodging scene recalls quarrels with temperance hotel keepers and stern proprietors. It portrays a tense visit to a house refusing alcohol and offering austere, spartan rooms as visitors seek shelter and honesty amid British lodging etiquette.
March records show March 10 when maternity bonuses were granted and pension totals listed for old age and other funds. A Presbyterian committee meets at Nintuldn tomorrow afternoon as part of the Belgian Fund inquiry.
A listing of fabrics and dress materials in multiple colors and styles. Includes Venetian Cloths, Almeda costume cloths in saxe prey navy brown black, Twill Welton in black navy, Donegal weeds, Rough and Ready Serges, Permo Resilda black navy, Havy Bradford Serge, Wavy Onaviot Serge for ladies costumes, silks velvets, and one piece Donegal Tweed costumes. Also notes goats and skirts in Heather Tweeds and ladies costumes for the new season.
A local shop advertises a complete range of trimmed and tailored hats for ladies and children, exclusive ideas, and extraordinary value in ready-to-wear items. Veilings include white silk shetland and net varieties in violet, brown, navy, and white with bordered ceilings and group spots, highlighting the latest fashions.
Men’s ready-to-wear Sac Suits in winter Tweeds, well cut and finished. Men’s Trousers in strong Tweeds, Gabardine Overcoats with Raglan and Plain sleeves. Men’s Raglan Chesters in dark grey and brown Tweeds.
Boots and Shoes offers a complete selection of the latest footwear styles in all classes, highlighting modern designs and diverse sizes to fit every customer.
The advertisement touts a large stock of groceries highlighting best brands, wines and spirits, and the latest one-fire stoves in three sizes. It notes agency representation for Phoenix Assurance Co, Yates Reliable Seeds, and Quibel's Sheep Dip.
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