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Newspaper
Corryong Courier
Location
Corryong, Victoria, Australia
Date
Jun 01, 1916
Page
3
Reports from Copenhagen Paris Salonika Rome Amsterdam London summarize fires sinks and troop movements across Europe. An aviation shed near Dresden burned with 24 planes lost. Allied advances and German counterattacks described along the Vardar and near Ostend. British and colonial forces hold Nanema and Abercorn area in Africa.
Statement of revenue and expenditure for Presbyterian Church Corryong Scotch Concerts detailing artiste fees, hall rent, printing, advertising, and tickets. Balance and nett profit shown. payments to the church credit union and bank balance noted. The fragment lists costs, takings from ticket sales, and end balance.
A collage of eccentric anecdotes and jokes from a colonial era paper. Landlord scolds hecklers at a Petunia Tavern while war talk draws lines. A Queensland prize asks why a newspaper is like a woman. Civil War reminiscences, Zeppelins, magician jokes, and a wounded soldier scene mix in a breezy, curio-filled summary.
MeL H Sambell Towong Shire engineer reports on proposed storage at the junction of the Mitta and Murray rivers near Bonegilla. He details effects on Upper Murray lands, railways and bridges, noting widespread opposition and the need to consider natural storage sites on both rivers rather than the contested scheme.
A May general committee meeting of the Vic. Division endorsed a benevolent appeal to support sick and wounded, dependents, and repatriation funds. Lady Stanley praised, donations urged through Mr A Morres Williams, with emphasis on continued Red Cross work and wider objectives.
The unital monthly meeting at Athenmum Hall re elected Mr M'Kenzie as tobacconist and discussed Melbourne sales. W B Blackham retained as agent for butter sales. company renews appointment after review. Four week receipts total 1678/0/6 with expenditures totalling a large credit balance. output rose by 19 tons since last season, suppliers thinning but supply should hold through winter amid high butter prices.
Messrs Mathieson and Davis at St Jumneo Loudings Melbourne report fat cattle yarded 2185 with prices up 16 to 26 shillings. Prime pens ranged from £18 17s 6d to £28 with odd beasts to £30 10s. good to £16 17s 6d, light and handy £14 17s 6d to £16 9s 6d, seconds £13 12s 6d, extra £218 5s, odd beasts to £20 15s. fat sheep yarded and market firm at late rates. lambs 8750 penned with prime sorts similar to Graziers’ sorts easier. Fy. Ltd Corryong yards May 26 sale: 412 fat and store cattle, strong turnout, good clearance at ruling rates. bullocks 3-4 years to £13 10s, rising 4 years to £11 6s, steers 18 months to £10 1s 9d, cows with vealers to £15, cows and calves £11 to £13 7s 0d, springing heifers 0 to £11, odd springers £12 12s 6d, best sows light £4 12s 10d.
A garbled critique piece discusses Verdun as a major war event, citing Austrian and English observers on German losses and the broader impact. It mentions Dr Fitobatt as a collector of varied accounts and hints at a forthcoming comprehensive review, with scarce clarity on dates or sources.
A government plan to float a new Commonwealth law seeks 50 million dollars in funding. The article notes advertising and party involvement, with mentions of Wallyville and related campaign activity.
A meeting is planned for the Roth inst to discuss forming a strong Army representing the Victorian Upper Murray to support the Federal Repatriation scheme. An additional gathering is set for next Saturday at 2 pm to recruit neighbors from Corryong Coreyong Walwa and surrounding districts.
Sporting report notes Billy Price tracks to Melbourne with a promising Cesarion progeny, a yearling named failed name Me J. Pweer's brestling. The colt, from Tenquette line, is set for Caulfield under Mr Mitchell. Previous week he rode Byndong to town, leased to Eric Connolly, also bound for Caulfield. Price expresses strong faith in both horses' futures.
A friend recalls temperance hotel visits in London with sharp, comic clashes over rules and comforts. Landlords tout sobriety and strict hours while offering candles and “society rooms,” leaving guests wary of overruns and overlong stays. A brusque matron in a stylish Janus building confirms limited notices and playful warnings about American guests’ habits.
On Fridays in 1492 1499 and 1494 explorers such as Columbus and Hough embarked on voyages shaping world geography. Accounts mention Vinish journeys, early navigations to Spain and Africa, and the 1600s harbor developments at Provincetown tied to colonial undertakings and the forerunner of the American Continent.
A brief appeal highlights J Campbell Store as a place to save money and obtain value and satisfaction in all dealings. The message promises repeated business after a single trial, framing economy as a practical practice.
A local shop announces new stock across tweeds, silks, velvets, and cloths including Saxony shades. Boldly advertised are Velvethens in multiple colors, various wincey and flannelette fabrics, and a line of oilskins and waterproof raglans. Also promoted are ready-to-wear hats and children's hats, plus men and women’s boots and shoes for winter.
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