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Newspaper
Geelong Advertiser
Location
Geelong, Victoria, Australia
Date
Dec 27, 1923
Page
10
The notice promotes money saving drapery options urging buyers to maximize value when spending. It emphasizes affordable prices and practical deals designed to stretch consumer dollars on window coverings.
The ad lists embroidered ladies handkerchiefs in lace edged and cotton varieties, along with gloves and velvet gloves. It promotes men and boys apparel including fur hats, velour hats, braces, twill fashion shirts, and cheviot serge suits at wholesale or bargain prices. Various prices and makers are mentioned.
A long readable relay covers gardening and beekeeping education, with practical guidance for teachers and students. It outlines hive inspection basics, crop notes, and seed prioritization, plus references to library lending and instructor roles. It mentions hive structure, honey yields, and safety, urging hands on observation and student participation in apiary activities. The piece blends instructional tips with school program logistics and resource notices for Methane education office.
A lengthy court transcript covers an escape attempt from Bendigo Gaol, the ensuing pursuit, and statements by warders and witnesses. Names such as Warder, Laman, Morison, and De Vere appear, detailing the investigation, custody, and security measures following the incident. The report outlines the warders' actions, the response of authorities, and the progress toward a trial or retrial.
In a peculiar report a person named Sidney Wedd is referenced alongside a mention of premature events. Other readable fragments mention a figure or group associated with Rovilishs ohe dee ehh. Details remain unclear due to OCR garbling but the names indicate a local incident or notice involving individuals.
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