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Newspaper
Donald Times
Location
Donald, Victoria, Australia
Date
Jun 15, 1917
Page
3
The article recounts a lengthy, fragmented account of troopship arrivals in London and public receptions. It mentions officials and civic leaders welcoming sailors, efforts by charities, and social notes about gatherings, beverages, and community responses. Names and places are scattered through the murky text.
The obituary notes Patrick Hickey J P of Kilmore who died after a long illness. A former schoolboy fan of Timelist he pursued journalism, joining Kilmore Ete Press and rising to editor. In 1880s he and his brother in law bought the Timed paper. burial occurred at Arnand cemetery with Catholic rites by G Doyle and J J Manning.
Private H J Perry of Corack East, recently killed in action, sent a message home a short time before his death. He describes marching and fighting near the front, notes heavy shelling, guns, and a comrade Jacky who lost his left foot. He mentions stretcher bearers, dressing stations, and hopes to see his family soon if he returns.
Fragmented wartime note recounts death of Jer Phowas in France during a bombardment. Message from Cavanagh of Walchem describes injuries and care, with personal reflections on officers and comrades. Includes stray lines on duties, sympathy, and Army routine amid war’s toll.
The market for 15401 skins and 15 4010 stieppe skins saw a general decline in prices across all weight classes. Competition was restrained, prime values fell, and buyers favored lower grade lots at auction, with several lots substituted and prices adjusted downward at the weekly sale.
Fragmented notices describe sales and auctions including property, machinery, and livestock across multiple locales. Items listed include wine, gas plants, engines, battery equipment, stores, and household goods with dates such as Saturday June 16 and references to Royal George Hotel meetings.
W. H. Gray and Son acting against RowSLIS Lowe Muth announce further particulars of fees and costs. Messrs Oakley and Thompson are named as solicitors to the estate, with details to follow.
Delegates from Agricultural Societies across the State will attend the Farmers Convention in Bendigo in July to discuss co operative marketing schemes for the Australian wheat industry. Papers will cover pest control, dairy bottling, poultry farming, and agricultural education with officials and ministers among those expected to attend.
A scrambled report notes vast crop and water issues across regions. It cites heavy rainfall damage, supply shortages, and strain on agricultural states while authorities face shortages and rising relief needs. Affected areas confront economic strain and ongoing efforts to mitigate flood and drought consequences.
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