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Newspaper

Geelong Advertiser

Location

Geelong, Victoria, Australia

Date

Aug 19, 1920

Page

3

Geelong News Highlights Rail, School and Public Notices

The fragment describes local events in Geelong including bids and donations tied to a hill project, notices about a dirty school yard and a disrupted ground for assembly, medals for Adelaide schools, relay race plans for a military event, and discussions by the Ladies' Benevolent Society on funding and governance. It also notes road conditions on the Colac road, council elections at Barabool, and shipping movements including wheat cargoes to Melbourne and New South Wales.

Jig Hill Lorne Hirawk Pathe Freres Morow Geelwig Ravens Morley Vr Heckel Maur Maseum Hearlmaster Ashby Busie School Berm Urshia Bert Owle Geelong Robt. Purni Humec Jeoroite Gerne Teetons E.lere

Farewell letter from Prince of Wales to Australia

The Prince of Wales apologizes for leaving Australia and thanks the government and people for the happiness given. He praises Australia as a land where British families will build a nation as great as any and pledges to support their aims. He resists saying goodbye, hoping for another visit. The piece notes no ELOOD war land purchase and mentions Mr Hughes with £2000.

Prince of Wales Australia Autralia Austnralia Proves Elood Mr. Hughes

Prince of Wales Visit to India Postponed

London reports that heavy royal duties will delay the Prince of Wales visit to India. The King plans to send the Duke of Connaught to perform regalist ceremonies in place of the Prince, with hopes for a winter visit next year.

Reuter London Prince of Wales Didia Prince India Duke of Connaught

Wonted Service special Clilde in Ireland

Leodon reports an Irish church dispute involving Dr Mannix amid protests against government actions. The pope and cardinals reportedly disagree on martyr expectations. Mannix rejects Prime Minister influence and says his mother needs no government help. News from Rome and cabled reporters describe the controversy.

Speciel Cilde Leodon Lyth Retne Mannix Ews Rome Corrier

Gala Day plans and military boxing week in Geelong

Geelong braces for Gala Day events and a state boxing championship week for senior cadets. Victorian Forces coordinate demonstrations in Newtown Dell Hall and Cadet contests with entries requiring parental consent.

Victorian Cares Geelong Newtown Dell Hall Beamg Mejor Toekey Cadit Aloued Werribes Pam Willatown Drvedale Thureday AML Chaens Defence Department Melbourne

Wattle Day Celebrations for Kitchener Hospital Appeal

A Geelong letter to the editor promotes Wattle Day events today in support of the Gala Days appeal for Kitchener Memorial Hospital. Over 200 workers from garden groups will join a talking point to boost funds and public awareness, urging broad community cooperation and business support to secure an up to date hospital for Geelong and district.

Man Kitchener Memorial Hospital Geelong de Bret Howard Himtchouck Cluvittnate

Gala Day at Battle Road Festival Hears Catholic Appeal

Gala Day events include street processions,Novelty Fair at Seventhes Hall and a benefit dance at Dalgety s with proceeds for Catholic Relief. Promoters plan stalls cakes and treats while Miss Vo Newman coordinates arrangements for a brisk evening of music and supper.

Tne Dion Mabb Bo Nwalunt Mibiti Lda Battle Madape Lite Wales Fboval Australian Naval Brigade St. Augustine's Wall Poli Hwlec Thas Vo Newman Hall Dalgety's Percy Tones

Gordon College Button Proposal at Garden Meeting

A motion at Gordon College endorsed by Mr Neil Cruipbeil to avoid selling buttons for the Thy LLU effort. Mr A hb Anderson opened the plan, seeking 10 buttons at cost from a manufacturer with Gala Day Executive permission. Engineering students offered to repair and manufacture devices for sale across departments.

Bovehener Methordal Hospital Tevedeu Cautleye Fem A. Hb. Anderson Comaleo Yederuay Neil Cruipbeil Institutec Anderon G. WR. Kingwind W. Austin Shin

Barrabool Shire Plans Large Memorial Hospital Drive

Barrabool Counci l supports a district fund raising effort for a new Memorial Hospital in Geelong and district. Drs Motyr and others propose each district run independent campaigns then combine for a final event at Morice Recreation Reserve. A total £1000 is pledged as seed money with plans for a Shire Hall meeting in September. NEW REGISTRATIONS list details for local clubs and stalls.

Counce Yee Dery Gaby Geelong Prowse M'lntyre Morice Hendy Mann Gundry Anderson Hunt Motyr Simmonds Shire Hall

Public Service Bill and City Teachers Debate

In the Legislative Assembly the Public Service Bill faced amendments as Mr Warde proposed promotions for senior city teachers to move country teachers to better wages. The government lost a key vote on one clause but then survived as the chairman cast the deciding vote for the government. The session saw tense exchanges over pay, transfers, and the bill’s operative period.

Legislative Assembly Farthing Melbourne Warde Faring Faring, Moved A Fresh Om As Follows —Every Cty Ube Mairegor Tina Lai Habe Gall Artim Oppertimi

Coal Conference and War Talk Among Unclear Attendees

An incoherent report from Sydney describes a coalition or conference debate with mixed topics. It mentions names like Vinod and MQuib, references to weapons, and suggested plans or controls, but the details are garbled and difficult to parse into a clear event or outcome.

Sydney Renee Vinod Watts Slater Otumudinler Beaty Bee Stella

Local Geelong Officials and Amateur Sport Honors

Geelong figures including Dr McCann Dr Gundry and Dr Norman McArthur receive retirements and positions within local riding bodies. A Howie Hotel dinner honors Geelong Amateur Athletic Association champions as Major Cunningham praises the sport. Council welcomes Dr Volum after illness and警 Mounts a visit to Woollen Mills and Geelong College.

Ceres Sears Gundry Coast Government Rabbit AL Norman McArthue Geelong Victorian Amateur Athletic Association Dimmer Howie's Dimmities Majors Cunningham Eppy Wo Volum Barrabool Council W. M'Intwee Counciilors Volum Couneillors Bennett Australian Catholic Federation Geelonz Tranch Alle

Editor concerns delayed publication of winter testing results

A shareholder letter criticizes directors and the secretary for not publishing winter test results expected to conclude in July. The writer notes earlier coverage and calls for equal treatment of breeders and flocks, asking why the outcome data has not been released yet.

No Bails of Zens B Willian Remedy Ad

An advertisement urges parents to use a mysterious compound named no bails of Zens B Willian to treat children's cough and cold symptoms. The copy promises a simple, magical preparation that can clear head cold symptoms and cough, with a “magic Price” claim and stack of benefits.

Warsaw Holds Out As Poles Repel Recent Soviet Pressure

Berlin reports indicate Red troops have been reinforced at Warsaw as Soviet forces press the southeast front. Polish lines resist with heavy fortifications and improvised trenches while Allied observers note the Poles gaining local momentum.

Lendon Jihee Peporks Warsaw AC Velegromi Posen Tle Berlin Manchester Steing Joel

Lenin's Plans for Poland Reported Amid Global Tensions

Fragmentary OCR notes describe Lenin era aims regarding Poland and potential consequences for Europe. The text references Poland, Europe, and a years-later timeline, noting military and political concerns and a looming conflict context.

British Laborists Barred in Major Party Shakeup

In a broad political move, British laborists face barring amid a tumultuous reshaping of party leadership and policy. Key figures including Bevan and Beven appear sidelined as debates over unity and strategy intensify, with workers' rights and economic reform at the center of controversy.

Irish News Item Reflects Unclear Events and Figures

An Ireland focused report describes chaotic scenes and unnamed figures amid clashes and a police response. The piece mentions possible actions by artistic groups, court letters, and a debarring matter connected to a throne in a symbolic or political context.

Unclear text on international events and transport

Fragmented report mentions potential U S recognition of the Mexican government, protection of lives and property in South America, and a Klondyke era Yukon demonstration. It cites air routes from New York to Alaska to Yukon, a ship sale on the liner exchange, wool market views in Australia, and Bradford clothing orders. Several phrases are garbled and names uncertain.

Lord Lawits Wlas Buppurt Bield Mari Haigs Barbie Wolean New York Alaska White Horse Yukon Territory Dawson City Couracmy Klondyke Yukon River Nome Aljostee Freate Lin Exchange Yorkshire Observer Arthur Goldfinch al Preent Bradford

O B U Organiser Assaulted in River Murray Incident

Indignation and amusement mix in Adelade as C T Hussie, organizer of the 0.4.0 movement in South Amnt, faced an assault while addressing a gathering near Glaxop Bett on the River Murray a few days ago.

O.B.U Adelade Glaxop Bett Murray C. T. Hussie South Amnt Wes A

Heavy fighting in Crimea reported in wartime dispatch

A garbled Italianate dispatch describes heavy combat in Crimea involving Constantinople, the Korhan Cossacks, and Wrangel forces. It references French naval support, British government caution, and shifting front lines amid Allied efforts to halt hostilities.

Constantinople Wazoo Wrangel Ulet Snmeditels Ghetieral Batiedil Ube Mii Ciena Deer Pets Cine Bersterny Han Seetiie Tin Peerserin Safete Ieeeriett Berbot Wasvagel Bee

Bowling pennant alterations discussed at Geelong meet

A long, garbled report notes bowling pennant alterations under discussion at a Geelong event. It mentions players, clubs, and teams and references championships, singles titles, and a hoped country championship home victory in Geelong next year.

Brasilia Peer Ieee Dart Attethe Sorveyibansies Dompant Tomate Naligon Ameretoien Tsrekwaighlie Miei Ite Mariattom Vance Nspiia Connie Charponeip Laos Dhe Singhe Chamnpavon FA Hood Fo Rowe Rankin Ai Harilton Elaow Weuship Caer Tegm Trapt A. J. Mand Eastern Park H. Mixon A. Hutchineos George T. Casey Hoel Ness Reepo Geelong

Weather Makes Wet Week Tough for Big Hull Scenery

Unfavorable weather hampered photography for the Big Hull project as crews aimed to capture scenes this week. Capt Mirey and Herb Hl from Path Prerea reported scheduling changes and delays while a car incident disrupted late trips. Photographs planned for advertisement will be shown in conjunction with the Ford scheme. Saturday arrivals managed a few usable shots despite muddy tracks.

Hull Eod Une Coubiey Mirey Mir Herb Hl Pathe Prerea Neconsa Henvy

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