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Newspaper
Donald Times
Location
Donald, Victoria, Australia
Date
Jun 26, 1917
Page
3
The text presents a garbled mix of names and phrases resembling a wartime period script. Readable elements hint at soldiers and gun terms, with scattered fragments likely from a damaged OCR page. The piece lacks coherent narrative or identifiable events for a fuller summary.
A late 19th century report analyzes the male to female pupil proportion in England, noting fluctuations across quarters and years. It cites shifts in the ratio of male to female births and school-age populations, with periods showing higher male representation and others near parity. The document details quarterly variations and posits factors affecting the sex balance in the observed years.
Fragmented OCR text discusses War Savings bonds and Commonwealth Government issues in Australia. It references stability of government bonds, purchase during wartime, and the idea of citizens supporting the war effort through bonds and savings certificates.
The readable text shows a jumbled collection of numbers dates and names like Maryborougin and Donald. It lacks coherent events or clear subjects making a precise summary impossible from the fragment.
In Maryborough letters reveal a scramble for the Wise vacancy on the Town Council. Mayor Hill is rumored as a possible fit, with candidates including C. He Johmnstone and W. Edwards among others. A motion to table the matter and extend consideration was adopted.
Continuing the series on Germany, Mr. v8. Deter, newly returned from Berlin, reports on radioed policy, press controls, and police methods. Editors attend weekly briefings, censorship is tight, and officials threaten treason penalties for wartime doubt. The piece notes German fear, propaganda, and the fragile home front as Christmas nears.
A report from Mr. Robert G. Carter outlines efforts to curb German VACA snares and nightly temptations for Australian soldiers in London. The piece describes deploying guides to escort soldiers to theatres and churches, emphasizing discreet spiritual outreach and safe passage between venues during service evenings.
The message warns of ongoing danger in the East and the West Front, urging Australians to maintain strong support for the Mother Country. It stresses that the war is not won, calls for continued sacrifice, and questions any man’s reluctance to volunteer, emphasizing national duty and identity.
A trainer and a jockey who joined the Sportsmen's Thousand last Tuesday are named Herufard Johnson, 24, and Arthie Rid, 24, noted for many prior wins on West Australia circuits. Johnson vows self-improvement for the Empire and Rid comments on the Berlay Cup link amid a mix of donations and local notices for charity and supplies, including clothing and household items.
Spies conducted weekly Saturday sales led by Massey Harris Machinery and Wisehet's Manures branding, with agents listing cattle like red steers and roan heifers. The notice invites buyers to attend the central Zar Ibelr sale, promising possible good titles and post rates, while warning owners to bring branded stock details and titles office contact for arrangements.
Properties for sale include a shop and dwelling, land parcels and allotments adjoining Mrs Buchanan’s residence in Wawlst opposite the Times office. Descriptions mention Campbell Street by the Methodist Church, land adjoining the Mediades Institute, and land near Donald Motor Garages and Downlll Cue Palace.
The readable text appears garbled with mixed names and place strings. No coherent event or person actions are discernible to summarize into a factual headline and concise summary.
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