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Newspaper

Geelong Advertiser

Location

Geelong, Victoria, Australia

Date

Jun 16, 1915

Page

4

Williamstown Shire Debates Metropolitan Council Bill

In Bielboure Williamstown the council debates a vast Metropolitan Council plan amid tied franchise issues and hospital provisions. Premier and ministers discuss powers, rates, and absorption of functions as municipal and regional governance shift, with election timing and cost implications noted.

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Legislative Council Debate on Health Minister and Quack Medicines

The Legislative Council heard Mr J Jones air concerns over quack remedies and aging cases. Mr Rees questioned the ministers and urged stronger action under the Health Act while noting safeguards and imperial government ties. The discussion touched on contracts, freight, and the impact on state funds amid claims of improvised cures and public reliance on medical advice.

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Insolvent Contracting Firm During County Court Proceedings

A garbled report from Belong County Court outlines a contractor’s insolvency case involving Tina Waele and others. It details adjournments, examination of Richtee Michael urke, bank ledgers, and creditors claims, noting wages, mortgage matters, and property tied to a farm and several houses. The proceedings mention costs of examination and adjournment of the case to review assets and liabilities.

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Geelong Martyr and Missing Soldier List from War Week

A chaotic wartime page lists wounded missing and dead soldiers from Geelong and surrounding towns. Names include Pte W Stratton and Pte W Devis with statuses and locations Paris Cairo and Belgium referenced amid riotous captions.

Geelong Sid Vady Ferguson Garoln Skinter Jet Helly Aerdtay J Howat Wusded LOCEL STH Pie. Maris Norte Cpelong W. Stratton Geetee W. Dev

Government considers fodder price controls impact on retailers

A fiscal debate centers on limiting retailer margins for fodder sales to protect consumers while preventing small farmers from losing supplies. Deputations urge balanced action to preserve livelihoods, with the government weighing distribution fairness and potential job losses.

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Meat export ban sparks debate amid wartime shortages

An unclear report discusses a meat export prohibition and UK and Australian responses. It cites government actions, shipping holds, and price concerns while noting frozen meat supplies and potential impacts on civilians.

Untitled Old Relief Advice on Sciatica Treatments

A fragmented health column discusses sciatica remedies and cautions against pills. It references human nerves and nerve restoration, warns of misleading patents, and notes that some treatments may worsen conditions. The piece critiques supposed miracle cures and emphasizes cautious self care.

Thursday sale of China ware and fruit bowls

A garbled notice advertises a Thursday sale including china ware sets, fruit bowls, baskets, and related items. It mentions large selections and assorted merchandise but the readable details are limited and the text is fragmented.

Inexpensive Gifts For Your Soldier Friends

The gift guide highlights affordable items from a Git Store including Waterman fountain pens in black or tan, Suede wallets, pocket diaries, and small cases. Prices range from 1/6 to 3/6, with brief product mentions like pencil cases and wallets.

Waterman Fountan

British Army reports German shelling in a French village

An Australian correspondent describes British observations in France during March. Soldiers note German artillery targeting a village, the destruction of a chapel, and the fear that observers may be exposed to enemy fire as shells devastate houses and windows.

Hare Willinwe Mliess Yilks Ypres Ald Nera Denvine Khialst Twolich Bron Ole Yen Dingle Chareh Ativan Lana Vracshia Soraly Perhays Anil Sessurg Grriyan Artillery Momthy Enany Puget Pei Eton Faye Abel Averne Tate Oller Mmanors Tak Forge France Air Service Germains

Life at Ypres Amid War Realities and Ruin

Amid battlefield chaos at Ypres, soldiers endure shelling and crumbling towns. Descriptions of bombardment, smashed streets, and frontline life reveal fear, grit, and perseverance as troops clash with German forces and civilians seek safety in the ruined city.

Fragmented Chronicle of Kauppish War Events

A garbled OCR style account depicts siege warfare with references to artillery, shelling, and various combat actions. Mentions of Krupp, inferring a war setting, describe bombardment, supply pressures, and troop movements, alongside shattered phrases about shelters and ammunition stockpiles amid a tense front.

Harve Tests Air War Tactics Describe Shelling and Safety

Fragmentary text depicts aerial bombardment analysis with references to German targets, British pilots, and shell trajectories. If deciphered, the piece discusses observer challenges, safe distances, and wireless countermeasures, judging from scattered wartime terms and crossfire notes.

Geelong Trades Hall Conference Seeks Unity On Union Strategy

Delegates at Geelong Trades Hall reach a tentative plan to form a united front among building trades and transport workers. The meeting, led by J L Wookey, weighs grouping by craft to strengthen negotiations, while debates focus on representation, costs, and upcoming decisions.

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Trotter's Fancy Goods and Johnson's Table Knives Ad

An aged advertisement lists Trotter's Fancy Goods, Williamson & Sons knives, Johnson's table knives, and a selection of dessert spoons, carving sets, and clocks. It mentions prices like 18/6, 7/6, and 4/8 per item, with various knife types and small alarm clocks highlighted. The faded text references retailers and abbreviations for miscellaneous kitchenware and hardware items.

Trotter Williamson & Sons Able Knives Johnson's BURAD Great Bell

Recruiting Expansions for Imperial Expeditionary Forces

A Victorian recruitment notice seeks volunteers aged 43 to 88 for a lengthy service, offering pay of 2 and 7 pence per day for ranks, plus a range of separation allowances for married recruits and dependents. Benefits include a widow’s pension, child allowances, and other specified stipends, with conditions tied to service duration and entitlements.

Vintodia Requilres Rainferes

Entertainments Variety Show Promises a Busy Week

A fragmentary advert lists a midweek program at a theatre featuring acts by Raventes, a pianist, and other performers. It mentions Charles Chaplin related pieces and film topics, with audiences invited to see a mix of comedy and musical numbers.

Vaudeville at Hig Wlmieystty Theatre to Open Soon

Veiled program at Bis Majesty's Theatre promises a varied vaudeville bill with Nan Mills and Nunn, J Falls Hewis, and Julian Frankenfills, plus performances by Winlet and Davis. The Keelman Company holds exclusive rights for Geelan and Charl Chaplin films, with Charlie's New Job among initial attractions.

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