Geelong News: Local Roads Lighting and Coal Trade
The Geelong public works committee discusses street lighting timing and road lanterns for Newtown Chilwell areas. Geelong coal imports from Moorabool and Newcastle describe supplies for railways factories and waterworks amid wartime demand and rising transport costs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Alves
Geelong
Mooratool
Newcastle
Snather
Wharvestig
Herne Hill
Calane
Grenco
Geelong Relief Fund and Liquor Trades Donations Report
A historic Geelong relief drive reports substantial contributions from multiple local entities. Donations include £76 from Berry Barr ig, £4295 from the Liquor Trades, and numerous individual and business gifts across venues such as hotels, breweries, and shops. The funds support general relief efforts and connected welfare projects as forwarded to the Geelong unit.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Berry Barrig
Imu TE Te Tureen
Hou
Trouenroc
Mir M. Gargan
Ue Nquimiendes
O. Cale
Vehun Brewery
Victoria
Harel
Ein Gule Hove
Solomon
Ste
W. Calounn
Wotgee Brewers Ale
W MacMullen
AL Tulloch
Tastos
M'Seenan Graswayre Forel
St Gavena
Albion Wales
A. Olney
Olney
Bete
T. Dorenis
Eureka
Gyonbball
St Tesote
Py Bailey
Yesic Queen Hotels
Sige
Tremtows
B. Tier. Cremarye
Fihiets WeeRe Willis Yaret
T_ Ryan
Fuctes Altel
Mo Bywy
Fumieus Hotel
Danitall Criterian Boteal
BABIN
Unclear OCR: Aucteor Sale and Names Listed
Fragmented text shows an auction sale with numerous garbled names and items. It mentions E1708 and various proper nouns such as Mr Whee, Greyhind, Godfrey, Kaylee, Mrs Stoley, and Mar Belulior among unclear descriptors. Difficult to extract coherent events or outcomes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Whee
Corr Eecklet
Soblee eRutit
Mar Belulior
Savage Patyen
Godfrey Hire
Howard Fileler Siaiyig
Cloipson
Ah Rania Ebrmekaten
Meet Talde
Faye Bwel
Feigerty
Alley Wank
Ips
Serrica
Goers
Asw
Marwcoog
Corsmiening
Mes Storkford
Nislitta
Wool Sales Chronicle From Byfulure and Tiesto Market
Fragmented notes on wool cataloging and sales show complex pricing and demand hints. Transcribed garble references sales counts, buyer interest, and routine logistics with unclear names and dates.
Fragmented 19th century locality column with mixed notices
A garbled page note recounts diverse items from a local scene, including meeting delays, officials, and parish notices. It mentions a police court, pension talk, a parade or election event, and various vendors and prices. The text reflects a bustling community segment with scattered names and places.
Geelong West Court Sittings On A Midlands Case
A Geelong West Court sitting was held before Messrs Tanner P M G J Searle Jos Hill L Walter and Crawne. The case of the Shire of Corie against Parton for driving traction mine with spiked wheels along the coast saw no appearance by either party.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Geelong West Court
Geslger Weab
Messrs Tanner
P.M
G. J. Searle
Jos, Hill
L. Walter
Crawne
Shire of Corie Agmnet
Parton
Turks Tired Of German Rule In New Allied Drive
Paris dispatch describes Allied advances around Constantinople as exhausted Turkish resistance. French forces storm fortifications near a ravine named Asercevalduns, with a night coup de main replacing costly frontal assaults. Turkish garrison feints and heavy losses accompany the push toward strategic fortifications as Paris notes slower, methodical progress.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Aeutade Trueghane
Daily Chronicle
Ith
Athens
Lauist
Dardanelles
Kurks Seil
Kkyilhin
New Zealand
Improg
Alo
Maidee
Acid Babe
Germany
Constantiniple
Paris
Lille
Kumupenus
Cnight
Emilrjted
Hue
Mio Pueke
Siepring
Asin Minor
Western Front Report Highlights Allied Advances and German Repulse
A western front communique claims Lelgians pushed toward the Yeer Guxel south of Dixmude and destroyed a German blockhouse near the Dizmude Chateau. It notes two strong trench attacks near Notre Dame iia Lorette were repelled while French patrols and artillery inflicted damage east of Lorette and near Quennevieres.
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Pats
Dixmude
Notre Dam
Ile Lurette
Iqua
Souches
Atras
Dombardinadt
Geena
Notre Dame Iia
Lorette
Fev Aise
Non Yi
Almolt
Mebuterne
Thy Aisne
Serrato Marly
Ancmy
Quennevieres
Ty Lorraine
Nieuport
Hie
Eaddenness
Rnshaught
Wrxe
Dine
Brenehies
Tie Sig Eeiaied Aul Nevis
Mis
Whieh Foo Mantle
Bae Boog
Huh
Extendlin
Air 4
Wrembneke
Me Vie Ve desires intervention sparks party triumph
Fragmentary report shows pro war leaning factions amid Greek electoral turmoil. Candidate Me Vie Ve advocates intervention with the Allies, while ML Gnimaris contends for a broader coalition. In the fragmented scene, the Promier appears pressed to secure parliamentary support.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rebiens
Parlin
Promier
Gnimaris
Russia reports major gains on front amid tough resistance
An official dispatch says Russian forces pressed offensives along the western front recovering trenches and pushing toward a key town while repelling counterattacks. General von Mackensen units advanced up to seventy kilometres, with the enemy retreating as Italian and allied lines showed strain.
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Winei
Lantaliawr
Finstee
Rand
Willne
Simdaw
Yridgelent
Naniow
Brokken
von Mackensen
Mowsishar
Russian successes and new front details reported
An official cablegram from the secretary to the governor in Vienna arrives with word of military activity. The report references the Russian front lines, mentions 16,000 troops, and notes movements and casualties in a tense wartime update.
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Borretary
Skate
Vreoloney Ui Roverner
Ronild Munro Parse
Ravson Hye
War headlines claim 950 million in fresh funds
Fragmentary text discusses a large war sum and related financial figures, mentioning 950 million and references to war costs. No clear events, dates, or identifiable names are readable.
Trade secrets and trials linked to Wen firm scandal
A fragmented report mentions Srotenen helping a Krups partnership in a dispute tied to a well known Wen, Tels and Qo firm. The case references a large Iron ore shipment stored in Rotterdam and ties to Mr A Bonne, secretary, and various merchants involved in Glasgow trade circles.
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George Try Gale
Aenre
Wen, Tels and Qo
Boib
St. Vincent, Blac
Glaswow
Masere Brapp
Farany Cermn Armanent
Hich
Rotterdam
A. Bonne Law
Colmes
Sas
Jacke
Offer to Government Sealed in Odd Quasi-Complaint
Fragmented text shows a request or proposal to government authorities. Mentions funding, drilling, planing, war machinery, iron, wiring, and employment terms. Appears as an unusual call for cooperation with government and various unspecified groups. Contains many garbled names and unclear dates or places.
Cure for scalp itch and hair growth claims in 1914 ad
A 1914 advertisement touts Cuticura Soap and Ointment as a cure for an itchy scalp and hair loss. The testimonial says months of irritation disappeared after a week of treatment, noting hair regrowth and final pride in a restored mane. The promotion invites readers to send for Skin Book and order from R Powers & O Dopp in Sydney, NSW.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tabib Ayraha
Dopp
Sydney
Incidents at Sea and War Debates on Vessels and Losses
A chaotic report outlines a string of naval incidents and claims. Key figures include Lloyd Olapiner Layers and Minister Bayan Sounjve, with references to the passenger ship Pontivon, the Swedish steamer Elida, and the submarine actions near Naples. Losses cited approximate 270 deaths aboard a vessel, plus crew casualties in a separate incident near Wales. The piece notes compensation talks, medical staff counts, and the broader wartime context.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
WWE
Thaly
Iis
Deutechor
Lloyd
Naples
Tolonda Jas Wack
Gum
Uaghlad Sims
Bayan Sounjve
Ualign Pareygu
Germany
Malis
Casey
Dismant
Pontivon
Line
Hicks
Paras
Wales
Berlin
Sciaure
Elida
Hull
Vessels valued at eighty thousand pounds in suit
In the Crown Court at Victoria Weare yesterday the case of the enemy ships Altoam White Hineou Loutierinnen Wilfondidesie Hobnet and others appeared for the accused with Mr Lather and the Cres Solicitor. The court heard valuation disputes with proposals for permanent injunctions or purchase at fixed values. The value of the ships was stated as £75,000 though objections were raised to tying up such assets. A decision on valuation was postponed.
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Borllantous
J. Th. Monts
Ours
Ayner
P-L
Ane Densson
Crddihy
Willigees
Wilson
Beir Seins
Tearelny
St. Paul's
Miocman
T.H. A
A. Auaban
Goth
Saloann
Justice Blood
Poine Court
Victoria Weare
Altoam
Hineou
Loutierinnen
Wilfondidesie
Luthar
Sthoirne
Stavie
Melbourne
Elmslie
Reciculture
Hutchinson
Anglise
M.L.C
Thie
Uae
Analise Ind
Tym
von Geliack
Seian
Ylirews Fricke
Sturee
Amy Bunt
Lad
Ant
Lin
Haehinsen
Meekinnon
Taglifinen
Tadht
Trad End Chystoms
Ender Govermment
Tnierin
We ‘Neler
Livernoal
Anestiee
Anphies
Huechinam
Intendien
Ralph Sadam
Mtprumm
Meg Hutchinson
Japanese Allies Honored At Lord Mayor Reception
At Town Hall Sir David Hennessy hosted a reception for Japanese allies and officials including the Prime Minister, Defence Minister, and Rear Admiral. The Lord Mayor praised Japan's ships and sailors, pledged friendship and peace, and noted the guests' contribution to Allied wartime efforts.
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David Heniesee
Sha Welconweid
Scow
Sith
Crismaskip
Sonmene Pearce
Japan
Ainyy
Joie
Clint
Spoo
Milind Start
Fortie Corin
Parkland
Adigivat
Moxandir Beatsol
Hanenis U
Empire Pageant Exposition Opens In Special Building
Fragmented OCR text describes an Empire Pageant event at a France area site with a special building opened. It mentions exhibitions and a ceremonial opening amid industry context and a colonial document. Names and places are garbled. core idea is an empire pageant exhibition opening in a designated site.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ate Institute
France
Ty Held
Aitieseh
Geminaru
Public works tenders totaling 24791 invited by municipalities
The notice states tenders totaling 24791 were accepted for works by the municipalities including Geelong region. Proposals from Messrs Proor and Bladden for rostrming and mataling on the Methment Geelong and the Shire of Werrivee were reviewed under direct board supervision. Pear of napty medicuve is advertised as a medicine for children with Chamberlain's Tablelin promoted for infants and mothers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Methment-Geelong
Shire of
Werrivee
Gunsea
Chamberlain
Ana
Siren
Kesey Chamberlain
Contentions Legislation Debate Across Council
A report on contentious legislation shows the Lerssla Live Council suspending contentious laws and engaging in recruiting. Premier Sonference and Mr Holman discuss bringing States into the Commonwealth, with opinions differing. The debate adjourned for a fortnight amid calls for government decision and possible aid.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Premiara
Hina
New South Wales
Heat Export Trouble from Imperial Supply Shortages
A heated exchange in the assembly revolves around meat exports amid Imperial shortages. Minister Hutchinson explains delays and government plans while detailing shipments and permits tied to the Victorian Government and Anlise Ind shipped meat to Britain to relieve import pressures.
Metropolitan Council Bill and the push for a metropolitan body
The report outlines Sir Alex Pescouk noting the secant reading of a Metropolitan Council Bill. It argues the bill aims to create a metropolitan federal body to coordinate water supply sewerage railways and power, with a 30 member council elected by ratepayers, covering Melbourne and numerous inner suburbs amid debates on franchise expiry and central powers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Alex. Pescouk
Metropolitan Council
Metrnpolis
Melbourne Electric Lighting Company
Melbourne
Elentneal
Brunswick
Camberrail
Caulfield
Collingwood
London
Eileror
Footeray
Hawthorn
Malrarn
Northcote
Prahran
Ithmond
Sot
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EB Guest
Dawn of
Sictars
Defence
Penrte
B.J. Metchae
Massany
Molbarna VinlwoPity
Gud Jonge West Cyineil
Aberdeenstreet
Geelong Wort Public Works
Newtown
Chilvell
Seerly
Lins
Thor
Goolang
Wess
Slic
Tne
Chiwell Coucell
Palrington-strest
Gault
Slhugl
Pheuine
Ekitiroy
Teqnodeiline Sui Jive Beer Dawg
Genlome
Medal Ashby
Swanston-stroy Schwolls
Stulst i
Nori Gevlong
Rane
Finders
Isis
Stoo
South Geelone Schon Bois
Iene
Rasiaen Park
Tient
Howl Praiabip
Firemgn
Puedes Nate
Danen
Piace
Ashi
Tawagi
Dafray
Geviing West Fire
Ipibutionia Namibtea
Leriné-Strent
Inesa
Tihs
Parke-streub
Wilelt
Tavita
Tony
Amian
General Tabor
Tespector of Charity
C. Matwoita
Mui
Tata
Uutur
Etross
Lawnolfierol Wirglee
Majir Purnell
Purandt
Sears
Peelonc AY Gistriot Fund
Lig
Po Seilenn
Astsunteheton
Fig Fhoreig
Ammonite Ree Na Arwat Peevlousy Nckanaalsed Ali
Geelong West
Turther Vallecrons
Dasmione
Nas Turther Protehds
Coer
Chin
Borey
Ron Sersetars
St Paul's Siniag Sosie Sons
Iesrgeane
Bile
Sapien
Dar
Aucteor Sale
Bydlure
Tiesto
Wsluil Wuld Te
Tieslns Wrese Catalogiers
Atdy Sncine Prrenta Briye-Velions
Tivos
Urisbana
Iris Lay
Sua Hope
Satuellay
Pam
Constantinople
Arras
Gerlin
Getwin
Gheece
Russia
Paas
Srotenen
Krupps
Trieste
Thaligny
Datailles
Isles
Unusah
Eaenen
Wrimnisuyg
Caytin Bardon
Smith
Secon Naval Heil
Cayton Theme
Naval Ordnanes
Hans Chick
Ordnantes
Militare
Authnrittes
M'Ray
Telrakon
Couns
Benrtay Murty
Uyabl Ali
Soammonseaith
Sueakion
Avstonling Manuforthrers
Rover
Nustoriers
Amr
Froken Hui
Iran
Luivey Weiton
Turnai
Lavenll
STERS
Punta
Nutarkorsminsters
Ss Pisters
Vba
Samods
Syate
V. Clarks
Mi.c
Thi
Clarke
Roosevelt
Vine Querbureien
Drelarys
Ffalhire
United States
Bague Lwuntalind
Coméry
Poltrannery
Mattre Siulessormes
America
Soan
EAD
Amsterdam
Wilkon and
Mills
Mivsheday
Avora
Weymowth
Dorsatshire
Vivo
Morte
Rhondda
Tord
Cramar
Miimars
Iain
Sunn
Anigues
Chunaberiain
Raina
Lara
High Court
Uunameht
Savie Warhse Aml
Jetariin
Kuhier of
Pastoral
Cieenslang
Frong
Plvinkin Company
Angelianty
Queenstinel
Bower
Valle Properte
Morgan
Legislative Assembly
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