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Newspaper
Donald Times
Location
Donald, Victoria, Australia
Date
Jun 29, 1917
Page
4
A chaotic OCR page shows an array of ads and notices including household goods, medicines, local services, and street addresses. The jumble mentions peppermint cure, hot baths, billiards, and various suppliers while listing numerous names, streets, and businesses as part of the classifieds.
A local list honors service members believed lost on active duty from Birchip and surrounding shires. Names include Private W. Adams Donald, Private V. Barsy Donald, Trooper A. Weather, Lance Corporal J. Lilburne, Private L. McConachy, Private A. McGredie, Private W. Gilchrist, Private J. Jamies Haare, Private Leslie McConachy, Private A. Guyat Laen, and others. The notice records casualties and memorializes the fallen from the district.
A biased notice promotes the paper as the oldest local publication with wide reach in the district. It claims advertising funds the paper, urges local support, and highlights large circulation and affordable rates to attract clients. It stresses readability and service to the community.
An invitation requests visitors to respond with wishes and greetings and to send the copies as early as possible. The note expresses cordiality and openness to responses from attendees, encouraging prompt engagement and participation in the Tecra event.
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