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Newspaper
Hamilton Spectator
Location
Hamilton, Victoria, Australia
Date
Dec 22, 1881
Page
4
An article details a Portland College assembly in Mayne Hall where pupils presented exhibits of work in dressmaking, knitting, crochet, and various crafts. Prize distribution followed speeches by Mr Charles and Mr J S Charles, with gifts and recognitions highlighting progress and the school’s aim to establish a high class institution.
The article reports a school prize ceremony led by Miss Nellie Biawars and Mr. Charles, noting public recognition of achievements in Form 4 to Form 1 across Boys and Girls divisions. It lists winners in subjects including Arithmetic, Algebra, Latin, and Scripture, with specific names such as Williams, Cumming, and Cooper receiving prizes, and mentions prize amounts and average scores.
The town mourns Mrs W Meldrum who died of consumption leaving a husband and large family. Her remains were laid to rest in the Mering cemetery after a large procession. The Digby AOP marked their lodge anniversary with a march to Mering and a substantial, music filled demonstration through town followed by a ball and supper.
On Hamilton ground Saturday Wickliffe beat Hawks by three wickets in a tight match. Earle delivered a strong display with the bat, supported by Beano and Heron in a late innings push. O Leary bowled effectively for Wickliffe, while Dickens and Ford contributed solid fielding and captaincy for Wickliffe's victory.
Branzholme hosted a cricket match on Saturday with a tight contest. Berun 1 wicket, 21 runs, and key innings from Mecuilat 66 wickets and 1¢ fame marked the action. Detailed scores list players like Rippon, Mason, See Seville, Cameron, Price, and Gough as bowlers and batsmen, with notable leg and seam bowling contributions shaping the result.
The text describes a sewing equipment clash at a Melbourne clothing firm on Flinders Lane, mentioning the Kiss and workers praised for speed and efficiency. The fragment hints at improving workmanship and pace in production. No clear event dates or outcomes are provided in the OCR.
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