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Newspaper
Geelong Advertiser
Location
Geelong, Victoria, Australia
Date
Jun 07, 1915
Page
4
The article lists numerous names from Melbourne and surrounding areas amid a heated discussion over government actions. It notes a speaker urging early start to certain measures and criticizes ministerial and unionist positions while mentioning various towns and individuals in Australia and New Zealand. The fragmentary OCR preserves a sense of political tension and cross-country references.
The Australian Patriotic League is formed through the Melbourne branch of the Overseas Club to recognize volunteers rejected for active service. Membership extends to all Australian soldiers and rejected volunteers with a life membership. a badge and special insignia will be issued. Sir Henry Loot Mayor will be the first president, with applications sent to the Australian Patriots League at Over Sea Club Mlindersatreat.
Following a lead from a major university, the Seucte of the Spaner Tak Fority has decided to allow all year students to present themselves confidently rather than the usual casey. Fourth and fifth year students have volunteered for active service. Melbourne University confirms attendance still possible for final exams. A conference between the faculty and the Minister for Defence will consider further concessions next week.
The article reports on military medical issues and deficiencies in soldiers, the impact on duties, and how unfit personnel are identified. It notes statements by Col. Clixcnden about reporting unfit troops, and mentions exposed failures in transport and a small arms factory controversy involving Mr. Took. It references a West Peel Australia incident and related public notices.
Victorian chemists and pharmacists collectively donated substantial sums to patriotic funds and medical efforts. The appeal raised thousands of pounds, with ongoing pledges and subscriptions aiding ambulance services and supplies. The drive highlighted wartime support from firms and individuals across Melbourne and Victoria.
Fragmentary report from Sydney notes a German officer at Camp P with discontent and possible financial issues. The document mentions a bar man and references Army authorities overseeing inquiries into the matter.
Sydney observers note a shift in recruitment efforts amid the ongoing union negotiations. The article references rising payroll costs and fluctuating weekly earnings, with projections showing substantial variance in talent acquisition through the current period.
Fragments report a violent disturbance in Montoros with major chaos as factions clash and residents flee. No clear casualties or organizing groups are named in the unreadable OCR fragment.
Umpire W. Marshall from Groton was struck on the head by a football during a clash between RAGA and Queenschid teams on the clit ground. He was taken to QuigwnechiF hospital after a spectator, Dr. Major Mitchell of the AVM Corps, treated him. Queens clinched victory by five points amid scattered minor injuries to other players.
A visiting Japanese squadron leaders and cadets will be greeted by officials. Rear Admiral Ghikaka and Gov Geners are among those attending a town hall reception. About 200 people expected at the events with Lord Mayor and Lady Honpsesy present. Admiral Chierko will host officers and readers of the visiting ship.
Sidney reports a butter shortage as dealers claim American imports are diverted to other colonies. A shipment to Western Australia is noted, with some surplus allocated to local needs, while industry attention focuses on dairy supply and pricing amid regional disruptions.
A charity bazaar in Narust supported the Bulgin Relief and Red Cross Funds. Attendees included Mrs. Wallivat and Lady Irvin with sisters, noted speeches praised volunteers, and a lively program featured a fashion display, stalls, and refreshments, raising funds toward relief.
A misprinted advertisement claims Chamberlain’s Coin Remedy cures influenza and related symptoms. It asserts it wards off illness by prompt use at first cold symptoms and mentions other products like Chambertin’s Cough Remedy, though the text is garbled and unreliable.
A fragmentary ad lists 150 Corot paintings offered at one shilling each, with bundles of three for six. The item mentions Griffiths Noor and references children friendly works, titled Ave, Charming Children's Ronin, and Metwres. The readable text is incomplete and lacks clear dates or locations.
Fragmentary OCR lists contributors and receipts for a Belgian relief drive. Names include Mrs Lmo Wiis Basten and Moreton, with amounts noted and many scattered references to schools, factories, and workers. The item records donations, payments, and distribution across locations in a postwar relief effort.
A long OCR readout lists donations to a Red Cross Society fund with numerous names and items. The fragment mentions Mrs Hable, Mes Parker, Miss Cubby, Miss Fann Lesh, and Mrs Gray among many others, detailing socks, pillowslips, blankets, washcloths, and assorted clothing and linens as contributors and recipients in a community relief effort.
The government appoints a Royal Commission to investigate wheat and corn supplies following the war outbreak. Premier Ts Ryn supports swift action, with the commission empowered to gather evidence and reverse hinderances, aided by a backstop team.
A motor-car crash on Saynday night near Sydney left seven people dead. The vehicle ran off the road after a tyre blew out while trying to avoid a drier. rescue efforts followed but fatalities were confirmed at the scene.
An irregular report describes Arthur W Hope being re-arrested after escape from Gevton gaol. Police traced him to a residence on Wilding road, uncovering him beneath flooring and structures as officers searched with candles. The investigation involved Sergeant Gray Constables O Gorman Simpson and ACormick, with Hope eventually subdued in a yard confrontation.
Sydney reports a tunnel collapse during water inflow near White Bay power station tied to North Shore electrification. Work crews fled as roof sections fell, excavators and belongings carried to safety by a sudden flood. Project aims to proceed after securing dry access.
A scanned 2004 advertisement fragment promotes Culicura Soap and Calicuva Ointment for facial pimples and dandruff. It features a signed note by Miss Ty Julian May 15 2004, offering a 32 page skin book via mail with product samples and instructions.
Federal Parliament reports a turbulent week with Prime Minister and Attorney General in Adelaide, debates over External Affairs, treasury, and cabinet discipline. Opposition leader Catts and Labor ministers face scrutiny as constitutional powers and parliamentary limits spark heated exchanges and calls for accountability amid looming political shifts.
Fragmentary OCR notes describe a Saturday half holiday and observed timing, mentioning a minister and a town named Wodonga. The text references changes to worker times and a local authority attempting to standardize observance.
Disordered OCR notes indicate Tuesday Assembly plans with Mr Amine asking HM Livingston about education. Mentions a school, a Gem fom night meeting, and concerns over teachers and German parentage. Liquor Restriction Bill to be reviewed in Committee. Legislative Council has 2 minor Bills occupying its time.
Fragmentary report mixes government intents on sugar imports and cabinet meeting timing with a dubious advertisement for a patent medicine claimed to cure children's distress. The text references Mr Hage thorn, sugar supply, and a remedy marketed as a permanent relief, typical of early 20th century patent medicine pages.
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